California parents and teachers who oppose school vaccine mandates are planning a statewide walkout Monday, according to reports.

IATSE had called for higher pay, larger contributions to health and pension plans, meal breaks and improved rest periods.

Afghan teenager Amena saw dozens of classmates killed when her girls' school was targeted by an Islamic State bomb attack in May, but she was determined to continue her education. "Innocent girls were killed," Amena said, her eyes welling up.

Haiti is experiencing a surge in gang violence, with gangs controlling half of Port-au-Prince, The New York Times reported.

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