World Watch

The U.S. State Department has issued a statement regarding “credible reports” indicating that Hamas may be planning an imminent attack on civilians in Gaza. This potential action is described as a violation of the ongoing ceasefire agreement. The State Department asserts that such an attack would represent a significant breach of the ceasefire, undermining progress […]

The town of Terrassa in north-eastern Catalonia has implemented a temporary ban on the adoption of black cats from local animal shelters, effective from October 6 to November 10. This measure aims to protect the cats from potential harm or misuse during Halloween, a time when requests for adopting these animals typically increase, according to

In July 2025, an all-staff meeting took place at Build a Rocket Boy, a video game studio in Edinburgh, shortly after the launch of its first game, MindsEye, which was reported to have faced significant issues. The game reportedly received negative feedback from critics and players, being labeled as “broken” and “buggy.” Leslie Benzies, the

Tteokbokki, a sweet and spicy dish made from chewy rice cakes, is considered soul food in South Korea, cherished across generations. It is a significant part of the country’s street food culture and is often consumed by students after long days at school and by adults seeking comfort after work. In 2018, the book I

Singer D4vd, known for his hit “Romantic Homicide,” performed for a sold-out crowd in Minneapolis the day after a body was discovered in the trunk of his Tesla. The body, which was identified as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, was found in a severely decomposed state on September 8. Rivas Hernandez was reported missing by her

Ayish Younis, now 89 years old, recounts the traumatic experience of fleeing his village of Barbara during the first Arab-Israeli war in 1948. At the age of 12, he vividly remembers riding away on a camel with his grandmother, leaving behind a place known for its abundant agriculture. As fears for their safety increased, Younis

Lombok, an Indonesian island near Bali, is gaining attention as a potential tourist destination, reminiscent of Bali’s established allure. Historically less frequented by Western travelers, Lombok offers scenic beauty with its azure beaches and hiking opportunities, notably at Mount Rinjani. The Indonesian government aims to transform Lombok into a substantial tourist hub, termed “Balification,” a

Significant crowds gathered in various cities across the United States, including New York, Washington DC, Chicago, and Miami, to protest against President Donald Trump’s policies. The No Kings coalition, composed of approximately 300 groups, became prominent in June when it organized nationwide demonstrations coinciding with Trump’s birthday, an event that the organizers claimed attracted millions

The Red Cross has received two bodies purportedly belonging to hostages, according to statements from the Israeli military. These remains, recovered in Gaza, are set to be transported to Israel for formal identification. Earlier, Hamas reported that these bodies were retrieved amid rubble caused by Israeli attacks. Prior to this recent development, the remains of

Subramanyam “Subu” Vedam has recently been exonerated after serving 43 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. New evidence led authorities to clear him of the 1980 murder of his former roommate, Tom Kinser, whose body was found with a bullet wound in a wooded area. Vedam, who had asked Kinser for