World Watch

A bronze statue of General Robert E. Lee, previously a controversial monument in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been melted down and is now displayed in a museum in Los Angeles, alongside toxic byproducts of the melting process. This statue and others, including those of Confederate General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson, have become focal points in ongoing discussions […]

Millions of people in India are observing Diwali, known as the festival of lights and one of the most significant celebrations in Hinduism. This festival typically involves the illumination of homes and streets with lamps and firecrackers, but it also raises concerns regarding air pollution, particularly in northern India where air quality tends to deteriorate

In his first year as Indonesia’s president, Prabowo Subianto aimed to promote economic growth and social reform. However, his administration has faced significant challenges amid economic realities. A wave of protests erupted in August 2023, largely driven by the rising cost of living, corruption, and inequality, pressuring the government to retract benefits for politicians that

Virginia Giuffre’s memoir, titled Nobody’s Girl, reveals her experiences with Jeffrey Epstein and his associates, including allegations of forced sexual encounters with Prince Andrew. In the book, Giuffre recounts living in fear of Epstein, detailing her experiences of abuse and the traumatic environment she endured. The memoir, which is set to be published soon, includes

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga was laid to rest in western Kenya following a memorial service attended by thousands on Sunday. His son, Raila Odinga Jr., remarked by his father’s casket, which was draped in the Kenyan flag, that “Now finally Baba is home.” Odinga passed away on Wednesday at the age of 80

The Metropolitan Police have initiated an inquiry into media reports alleging that Prince Andrew attempted to gather personal information about Virginia Giuffre, one of his accusers, using his police protection officers. The police stated they are “aware of media reporting and are actively looking into the claims made.” Giuffre, who took her own life earlier

Pakistan and the Taliban government of Afghanistan have reached an agreement for an “immediate ceasefire” following more than a week of intense fighting. Qatar’s foreign ministry, which facilitated discussions with Turkey, indicated that both parties have committed to creating frameworks aimed at achieving enduring peace and stability. Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesman for the Taliban, remarked

Former national security adviser John Bolton has been indicted on federal charges related to the alleged mishandling of classified information. This indictment comes at a time when President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to see his critics investigated. Bolton’s situation is unique compared to those involving other figures like former FBI Director James Comey

The Louvre Museum in Paris has been closed due to a reported robbery, according to France’s culture minister, Rachida Dati. She mentioned on X that the incident occurred on Sunday morning as the museum was opening, and she was present at the scene where police are conducting an investigation. The museum issued a statement confirming

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will return two survivors of a recent strike on a vessel he described as a “drug-carrying submarine” to their home countries, Ecuador and Colombia. Trump claimed that the strike, which occurred on Thursday, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and was confirmed by U.S. intelligence to