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The leader of arguably the world's largest drug cartel, based in Mexico, Sinaloa has been arrested in Texas. Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada was tricked into boarding a flight that he believed was going to inspect clandestine airfields in Mexico, but turned out to fly to Texas where he was apprehended by police.

Last week, the European Parliament re-elected Ursula Von der Leyen as president of the European Commission. For a second 5-year-term, the German conservative politician will hold the one post that is considered the most powerful in Europe. On Powerpoints today, we will why the commission president is said to have that much power and what Ursula von der Leyen stands for. Photo: European Union 2024 - EP

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has signed a bill this week that bans bullfights. The ban was only approved after months of heated debates in the parliament. The legislation will allow for a transition period of three years after which the ban will fully take effect and bullrings will be turned into cultural and sporting venues.

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For years, residents of Bascharage have been opposing the plans of the commune to build a bypass road. The municipality argues that the bypass would keep drive-through traffic out of the city centre. Residents however fear that the road will destroy local forests. Now, they took their fight to court. On Local Matters, Patrizia Arendt, president of the citizens' initiative Bigs, explains why they oppose the infrastructure works.

Germany's government has come up with a plan to reinforce the constitutional court against extremism. The plan should prevent the country's highest court from potential future constitutional changes by extremist politicians.

Rare photos have been shared of uncontacted Amazon tribes. The photos show tribes people pointing sticks and arrows at the airplane.

In the United Kingdom, a study has found that sugar consumption from soft drinks among children reduced by half in the three years. Get all the details on today's "What's right with the world". Photo: Lilszeto via flickr

Steichen wasn't just focused on the American scene; he had an international lens on his artistic microscope. He organised shows and made crucial acquisitions from Europe and Latin America, sometimes even hopping on a plane to do so. Under his reign, the Department published three books, including the famous "The Family of Man". Find out more at www.bourgmeisterin.com!

South Korea's top court has upheld a landmark ruling that a same-sex partner is eligible for spousal benefits from the state health insurance. The move is a huge win for the LGBTQ rights.