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Armed men kidnap dozens in attacks on Nigerian villages

Armed men kidnap dozens in attacks on Nigerian villages **Mass Kidnapping Incident Shocks Niger State as Villages Targeted** **MINNA, NIGERIA** – A wave of terror has swept through central Niger State following a series of coordinated attacks on several villages and a mosque, resulting in the... read more »

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Swedish police identify 17-year-old girl as victim in school sword attack

Swedish police identify 17-year-old girl as victim in school sword attack ## Tragedy Strikes Swedish School as Teenager Identified in Fatal Sword Attack **GÖTEBORG, SWEDEN** – A profound sense of shock and sorrow has enveloped the community surrounding Brinell School in Gränna, Sweden,... read more »

Israel, Turkiye and the new regional reo...

Israel, Turkiye and the new regional reordering

Israel, Turkiye and the new regional reordering ### Shifting Sands: Israel’s Syrian Standoff Amidst Evolving Regional Dynamics The complex geopolitical landscape of Syria has once again become a focal point of international attention, highlighting a notable divergence in strategic interests... read more »

Carney: Canada will enact retaliatory US...

Carney: Canada will enact retaliatory US tariffs starting September 8

Carney: Canada will enact retaliatory US tariffs starting September 8 **Canada to Implement Retaliatory Tariffs in Response to U.S. Trade Action** **Ottawa, Canada** – In a significant escalation of trade tensions, Canada has announced its intention to implement retaliatory tariffs on a range of... read more »

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Ban seeks South Sudan parties' cooperation to solve crisis

Ban Ki-moon calls for end to hostilities in South Sudan

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon demanded an end to growing civil conflict in South Sudan and called on all parties Sunday to negotiate a political solution to the crisis. “I demand... read more »

Morsi to face third criminal trial over 2011 jail ...

London – Ousted Egyptian president Mohammed Morsi will face a third criminal trial on charges of organizing prison breaks during the 2011... read more »

‘Mandela needs to be re-invoked’

New Delhi – Nelson Mandela, the world’s anti-apartheid icon and South Africa’s first non-white president who died earlier this month, need... read more »

Nelson Mandela memorial interpreter admitted to psychia...

London – The interpreter at Nelson Mandela’s funeral, who was accused of making up sign language, has been admitted to a psychiatric... read more »

Mandela `long walk` to freedom recreated in shrine

Johannesburg – Former South African President Nelson Mandela’s shrine has been designed with a winding path to recreate his “long walk” to... read more »

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Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupts, sends volcanic ash 1...

East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia — October 15, 2025: Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted violently early Wednesday morning, sending a towering column of volcanic ash 10 kilometers into the... read more »

Israel and Hamas Reach Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

In a significant development, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire aimed at ending the 15-month-long conflict in Gaza. The agreement, brokered... read more »

Bashar Al-Assad’s Fall After 14 Years of Civil Wa...

Damascus : The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad after 14 years of a devastating civil war marks a turning point in the nation’s tumultuous history... read more »

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant: R...

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant,... read more »

Israel Attacks Iran, Explosions Echo Near Tehran

In a major escalation, Israel launched targeted strikes on “military targets” in Iran, characterizing them as retaliation for Iran’s prolonged support... read more »

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China

Chinese dictator Mao’s painting sold for Rs 77 crore

Beijing . Chinese dictator Mao Zedong made of this painting was auctioned for Rs 77 crore . The price is 18 times the value found in the previous auction . Sothebi Ruby ‘s London house... read more »

China’s defense budget increase by 12 per ce...

Beijing – The government announced the first day of the annual session of parliament . People’s Liberation Army of China’s military... read more »

10 killed in bus accident in China

At least 10 people were killed and several others injured, including four in critical condition, after a passenger bus overturned on an expressway in northwest... read more »

Chinese police bust four major baby trafficking rings r...

Hundreds of babies have been rescued by police in China after a crackdown was launched on trafficking infants. The nationwide bust saw 1,094 people arrested as... read more »

Chinese Man litigate His Polluted Hometown for Cost of ...

A man in northern China filed a lawsuit against his smog-enshrouded city’s environmental protection bureau, saying it owed him for the money he spent on an... read more »

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Far East

South Korea mourns Nelson Mandela’s death

Seoul – South Korean President Park Geun-hye Friday condoled the passing away of former South African President Nelson Mandela, describing him a “great statesman” who peacefully... read more »

Kim Jong Un’s uncle ousted from leadership r...

Sydney – North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un’s uncle has apparently been purged and two associates executed. The move is seen as the most... read more »

‘Air-defence zone not to affect freedom of overfl...

China slams Japan for slandering its air defence zone in international forum

Beijing – China Wednesday said its Air Defence Identification Zone over the East China Sea is not a “no-fly zone” and will not affect the... read more »

Thailand protesters storm army headquarters

Protesters in Thailand stormed into the national Army headquarters on Friday, breaking into their latest high-profile target in a bid to topple Prime Minister... read more »

North Korea n-reactor may be in use again: IAEA

Vienna – The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Thursday that it has evidence of suspicious activity coming from North Korea’s Yongbyon... read more »

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Middle East

Tragic Incident in Gaza: Over 100 Killed in Israeli Airstrike on ...

In a devastating incident today, an Israeli airstrike targeted a school in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of over 100 people and injuring many others¹². The school, which was sheltering displaced... read more »

Air India Suspends All Flights to and from Israel ...

New Delhi, August 9, 2024 – In a significant development, Air India has announced the indefinite suspension of all flights to and from Israel,... read more »

Hamas Appoints Yahya Sinwar as New Leader, Signaling Sh...

In a significant development, Hamas has announced Yahya Sinwar as its new leader, replacing Ismail Haniyeh. Sinwar, a prominent figure in the Hamas,... read more »

Indian Embassy in Israel Issues Advisory to Stay Vigila...

The Indian Embassy in Israel has issued an advisory for Indian nationals living in the country, urging them to stay vigilant and adhere to safety protocols... read more »

Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh Assassinated in Tehran

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated early Wednesday morning in Tehran, Iran, according to statements from Hamas and Iranian officials. Haniyeh, 62,... read more »

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South Asia

Nepal’s Maoist party not to join government

Kathmandu – Nepal’s third largest party, the (UCPN-Maoist), said Saturday that it will not join the coalition government but will join the constituent assembly for the sake of the... read more »

Musharraf lawyers urge UN to intervene into ‘...

Islamabad – Lawyers of Pakistan’s ex-President Pervez Musharraf have reportedly urged the United Nations to intervene in the... read more »

Indian dam will affect Neelum-Jhelum project: Pakistan

Islamabad – The construction of the Kishanganga project by India in Jammu and Kashmir will result in 14 percent decrease in the flow of water for... read more »

Pakistani troops violate LoC ceasefire in Jammu

Indian Army lodges protest with Pakistan over ceasefire violations

Jammu – After almost two months of peace along the LoC, Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire Friday, targeting an Indian army posts in Jammu district... read more »

US law enforcers should be mindful of global realities:...

Against the backdrop of the arrest and humiliating treatment meted out to a senior Indian diplomat, a former Pakistani diplomat to the U.S. has cautioned the... read more »

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Europe

Plot to Attack Taylor Swift’s Vienna Concert Thwarted, Susp...

Vienna, August 8, 2024— A major crisis was averted in Vienna last night as local authorities successfully intercepted a planned suicide attack at the highly anticipated Taylor Swift concert. The... read more »

The 10 Most Breathtaking Attractions Of Sweden You...

How can anyone forget the country that introduced the world to Vikings, noble peace prize, Volvo, IKEA….and the list goes on. Well, you might have... read more »

French family of 11 believed to have left for Syria jih...

PARIS: Eleven members of the same family from the French city of Nice are believed to have left for Syria, with some suspected of planning to fight alongside... read more »

Federal court overturns ban on same-sex marriages in fi...

A federal court has struck down gay marriage bans in several western US states, effectively raising the number of states in which same-sex couples can marry... read more »

First French Ebola victim to be flown home from Liberia

PARIS: The first French Ebola patient was set to be flown home on Thursday, as the World Bank warned the spiralling epidemic is threatening economic... read more »

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North America

Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris: Highlights from the First Presiden...

The first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, featuring Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, captivated audiences and set the stage for a heated race. Both candidates showcased contrasting... read more »

Boeing Starliner Lands Safely Without Astronauts A...

Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft made a successful landing on September 7, 2024, but without its intended crew—astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch... read more »

Breaking News: Sunita Williams Faces Critical Oxygen Sh...

In a startling development, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams may be facing a life-threatening situation aboard her spacecraft. Reports indicate that she has... read more »

Kamala Harris Gains Strong Endorsements from Barack and...

At the recent Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris received major endorsements as she gears up to lead the party in the 2024 election.... read more »

Trump Hints at Cabinet Position for Elon Musk, Democrat...

Washington, D.C. – August 20, 2024— In a surprising development on the campaign trail, former President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of... read more »

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United States

Elon Musk’s Support for Trump Drives Tesla Customers Away; EV Sal...

In a surprising turn of events, Tesla, the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has seen a significant decline in its market share, with EV sales dropping below 50% for the first... read more »

Paraguay Demands U.S. Ambassador’s Departure Amid ...

Asunción, August 9, 2024 – Paraguay has called for the U.S. ambassador, Marc Ostfield, to leave the country, marking a significant escalation in... read more »

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