World Watch

US President Donald Trump announced “the war is over” while en route to Israel to facilitate the release of hostages from Gaza, following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. During his comments aboard Air Force One, Trump expressed optimism about the ceasefire and indicated that a “Board of Peace” would be established swiftly to […]

In Martinsburg, West Virginia, Jonathan Giba has been residing in temporary housing for homeless veterans within a military hospital for three months. He is awaiting medical and dental consultations due to previous medications that have significantly affected his health. With the recent government shutdown, Giba anticipates further delays in receiving care. The U.S. Veterans Affairs

In South Africa, psychedelic drugs remain illegal, yet various self-identified healers and shamans in Cape Town are promoting their use in therapeutic contexts. Under current laws, individuals convicted for the commercial use of these substances may face hefty fines or prison sentences of up to 25 years. Despite these prohibitions, some individuals, like photographer Stuart

Clashes in Gaza City between Hamas security forces and armed members of the Dughmush family have resulted in at least 27 fatalities, marking one of the most significant internal confrontations since major Israeli operations ceased in the region. Witnesses reported that the fighting, which involved masked Hamas gunmen, occurred near the Jordanian Hospital. A senior

In Bucksnort, Tennessee, community members held a candlelit vigil outside the Maple Valley Baptist Church for the 16 people presumed dead following an explosion at the Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) factory. Attendees gathered to show support for the victims’ families, reflecting on the profound impact of this incident in a small town where such losses

A significant fire has resulted in the destruction of more than a dozen homes in the San Juan de Miraflores neighborhood of Lima. Local media reports indicate that, so far, no casualties have been reported in connection with the incident. Authorities suspect that the fire may have originated from an illegal warehouse used for storing

Mali has announced that U.S. nationals visiting the country will need to post a bond of up to $10,000 (£7,500) for business and tourist visas. This requirement is a response to a similar policy instituted by the previous U.S. administration. According to the U.S. embassy in Mali, this measure aims to reinforce the commitment to

Drone footage has surfaced depicting a fire that has impacted the Bernaga Monastery, a historic site in Italy. Founded in 1628, the monastery is situated in La Valletta Brianza, approximately 30 kilometers (19 miles) east of Milan. Reports indicate that all 22 cloistered nuns residing at the monastery were safely evacuated from the premises. The

Patrick Herminie has been declared the winner of the presidential elections in Seychelles, defeating incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan in a runoff vote, as per official results from the electoral commission. Herminie secured 52.7% of the votes compared to Ramkalawan’s 47.3%. In his acceptance speech, Herminie pledged to address issues such as the cost of living, enhance

The office of Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has reported an ongoing attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally in the country. This announcement follows a claim by an army unit known as CAPSAT, which stated that it has taken over the leadership of the military command and assumed control of all armed forces, including land,