World Watch

A pilot has died following the crash of an Indian fighter jet during a display at the Dubai Airshow, officials confirmed. The Indian Air Force (IAF) expressed its condolences in a statement, highlighting their support for the pilot’s family during this difficult time. They have initiated a court of inquiry to investigate the cause of […]

South African women’s rights organizations are organizing nationwide protests to demand that gender-based violence (GBV) be classified as a national disaster. This initiative, which gained momentum through social media, is set to culminate in a “shutdown” event on Friday, prior to the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. In an environment where GBV is prevalent, participants, including

Questions are arising regarding the variety of armed groups that have surfaced in Gaza as they mobilize against Hamas in the recent months. These groups include those formed from family clans, criminal organizations, and newer militias, some of which reportedly have backing from Israel, as acknowledged by the Israeli Prime Minister. The Palestinian Authority (PA),

Armed men have abducted an unspecified number of pupils from St Mary’s School in Papiri, Niger state, Nigeria, marking a second school kidnapping within a week. This incident follows the recent kidnapping of 25 schoolgirls from a boarding school in Kebbi state on Monday. In response to increasing security threats, authorities had previously ordered the

Kirill Dmitriev, age 50, serves as the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund and is noted for his diplomatic engagements, particularly in relation to the United States. Having spent considerable time in the US for his education and work, Dmitriev has developed a unique understanding of the intricacies of US-Russian relations. His recent discussions

Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch, was crowned the new Miss Universe in Thailand on Friday, concluding a tumultuous pageant season characterized by controversies. The 25-year-old contestant had previously walked out of a pre-pageant event after being publicly reprimanded by an official who threatened disqualification for those who supported her. This incident led to the resignation of

Raccoons are showing signs of adapting to urban life, leading to discussions about their potential as future pets. A recent study analyzed nearly 20,000 photographs and noted physical changes in urban raccoons, specifically a “clear reduction in snout length” compared to their rural counterparts. This change resembles the early stages of domestication seen in pets

Twitch has been included in Australia’s social media ban aimed at users under the age of 16, which will commence on December 10. This addition aligns Twitch with other platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, which must ensure that users below this age are unable to create accounts, and that existing accounts for

A recent study reveals that a significant swarm of earthquakes near the Greek island of Santorini earlier this year was caused by the movement of molten rock through an underground channel. Over three months, more than 25,000 recorded earthquakes, some exceeding magnitude 5.0, created concern among locals and tourists alike, as the region is historically

Relentless rains and flooding in central Vietnam have resulted in the deaths of at least 41 individuals, with nine people still reported missing, according to state media. The floods have affected over 52,000 homes, leaving approximately half a million households without power. Recent rainfall in some areas has exceeded 1.5 meters, surpassing the height of