World Watch

NASA astronaut Zena Cardman observed the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, from the International Space Station on November 17. During her experience, she noted that while she has not seen the aurora from the ground, it is a regular occurrence from her vantage point in space. Cardman is currently serving as the commander of NASA’s […]

The recent COP30 conference in Belém, Brazil, has been described as one of the most contentious gatherings focused on global warming. Many nations expressed dissatisfaction when the conference concluded without addressing fossil fuels, a topic some countries felt should have been prioritized. The event reflected a significant disjunction in global consensus on climate action. Key

While tensions between Nicolás Maduro’s government and the U.S. escalate, many Venezuelans express more immediate concerns about daily survival than military intervention. In Caracas’s Quinta Crespo market, local residents focus on budgeting for meals rather than geopolitical developments. Alejandro Orellano, a vendor, emphasizes that the rising value of the dollar poses a greater challenge than

Aishat Baimuradova, a 23-year-old woman from Chechnya, was recently found dead in Armenia under suspicious circumstances. She had fled her conservative Muslim homeland in search of personal freedom, reportedly cutting her hair, abandoning her headscarf, and sharing selfies on social media. According to police, Aishat was murdered, and witnesses noted that two individuals were seen

The recent UN climate summit COP30 in Belém, Brazil concluded without a direct reference to fossil fuels, despite significant pressure from over 80 countries, including the UK and EU, advocating for a more expedited phase-out of oil, coal, and gas usage. Oil-producing nations maintained their stance, emphasizing the need to utilize fossil fuels to bolster

At least 22 Palestinians have reportedly been killed in recent Israeli air strikes across northern and central Gaza, as stated by Hamas medical and civil defense officials. They noted that five sites, including residential homes, were targeted, with a senior Hamas commander among the deceased according to local accounts. The Israeli military indicated it conducted

Marjorie Taylor Greene, initially a strong supporter of Donald Trump, has experienced a significant shift in her political stance since her swearing-in shortly before the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack. Over the five years since, her relationship with Trump has soured, culminating in her labeling as a “traitor” by the former president. Greene’s break from

Paul Costelloe, an influential Irish fashion designer, has passed away in London at the age of 80. Known for his significant contributions to British and Irish fashion, Costelloe was a personal designer for Diana, Princess of Wales, from 1983 until her death in 1997. His family reported that he died after a brief illness, surrounded

Three individuals were arrested in India following a robbery involving 70 million rupees (approximately $800,000 or £600,000), where armed men impersonating central bank officials targeted an ATM cash transport van. The incident occurred in broad daylight in the Lalbagh area of Bengaluru. Local police announced on Saturday that they had made progress in the investigation

Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, has been taken into custody after being declared a “concrete flight risk” while under house arrest. This decision follows his conviction for plotting a military coup in September, for which he was sentenced to more than 27 years in prison. Despite his conviction, he remains under house arrest