World Watch

New Delhi, India — Meghna Gupta, now 29, had ambitions of obtaining a master’s degree by 23 and migrating to the United States before turning 30. Despite putting in extensive hours at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT firm, her plans have been disrupted by changes to the H-1B visa program initiated by the […]

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui recently held discussions in Beijing, focusing on mutual cooperation and strategic alignment in international matters. This meeting occurred shortly after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s visit to China for an event commemorating Japan’s defeat in World War II. During their talks,

The New Zealand falcon, known as the kārearea in Māori, has been declared the winner of the country’s annual Bird of the Year competition, securing 21% of valid votes. This species is recognized for its impressive speed, capable of diving at 200km/h, making it an effective predator in New Zealand’s forests. However, the falcon is

The Allahabad High Court, one of India’s oldest and most significant judicial institutions, is facing a significant backlog, with over one million cases pending. This situation affects a wide array of legal matters, including criminal trials, property disputes, and family cases, often leaving individuals in Uttar Pradesh, the country’s most populous state, in prolonged legal

A U.S. citizen held by the Taliban in Afghanistan for nine months has been released following negotiations facilitated by Qatari mediators, according to officials. The individual, identified as Amir Amiry, is the fifth American to be liberated from detention in Afghanistan this year, and he is currently traveling back to the United States. U.S. Secretary

Moldova held parliamentary elections that are considered significant for the nation’s potential alignment with the European Union. Concerns regarding alleged “massive Russian interference” emerged prior to the vote, as mentioned by both authorities and President Maia Sandu. She emphasized the vulnerability of Moldova’s democracy and suggested that national stability is at risk. Preliminary results from

Namibia is deploying helicopters and hundreds of soldiers to combat a fire that has affected approximately one-third of Etosha National Park, a significant nature reserve. Known for its extensive salt pan, which is visible from space, Etosha is one of southern Africa’s prominent tourist destinations and serves as a habitat for critically endangered black rhinos.

Several individuals were injured following a shooting and a fire that occurred at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Sunday morning. This town is located approximately 60 miles (96 km) northwest of Detroit. Local police reported an active shooter situation at the church, noting that there are multiple

China has opened the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, which is recognized as the highest bridge in the world. This bridge stands at 625 meters (2,050 feet) above a gorge located in Guizhou province. According to officials, the bridge significantly reduces travel time between the two sides of the canyon, decreasing it from two hours to

Swiss voters have approved a plan to introduce electronic identity cards, with 50.4% of voters in favor and 49.6% against the proposal. This result is notable due to its narrow margin, given that opinion polls had previously indicated that up to 60% of respondents supported digital IDs. The proposal also received backing from the Swiss