Recap: June 15-June 21

International Affairs

Sudan president leaves South Africa, Evading arrest for Genocide

“Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has left South Africa despite attempts to keep him there as he faces an international arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Darfur. His departure defied a court order to remain in South Africa as the International Criminal Court seeks to try him for crimes including genocide.”.

Suicide attempt kills 27 in Chad capital

Suicide bombers are suspected to be part of Nigerian Terrorist group Boko Haram. In the past, Chad had not experienced such attacks.

People protest in Nicaragua over construction of a canal

A 50$ billion canal that is to replace the Panama Canal has stirred controversy among Nicaraguans since it could displace more than 120,000 people.

Russia to add 40 ballistic missiles to Nuclear arsenal

Russia’s move to build its wesaponry came just days after the pentagon discussed plans to increase its weaponry through the placement of military tanks in Europe.

Pope Francis calls for urgent action concerning climate change

Pope Francis warns his followers to take climate change seriously and protect the environment.

Domestic Affairs

Los Angeles becomes largest city to enact $15 /hr minimum wage

The minimum wage will start at 10.50$/hr in July and will continue to rise until it reaches $15/hr in 2020.

“Kayaktivists” Block departure of Artctic-bound Shell oil rig

“The oil giant Shell is on its way to the Arctic, but not before a final showdown with environmental activists in kayaks. On Tuesday, dozens of “kayaktivists” were arrested after paddling up to a Shell drilling rig and preventing it from leaving the Port of Seattle. “.

Colorado court rules workers can be fired for using legal medical marijuana

“The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled employers can fire workers for using medical marijuana — even if they do so outside of work hours, and even though it is legal.”.

South Carolina massacre suspect arrested

“The suspect in the massacre at a historic black South Carolina church has been arrested as the nation mourns the killing of nine victims. Twenty-one-year-old Dylann Roof was detained Thursday morning during a traffic stop in North Carolina. “.