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Escalation in Gaza: Death Toll Rises Amid Ongoing Bombardments
At least 82 people have been killed in Israeli strikes and shelling on Gaza since dawn, according to the rescuers. ...
Dengue and Chikungunya Threat Looms Over Europe as Tiger Mosquitoes Expand Northward
The feverish diseases dengue and chikungunya could soon become endemic in Europe as the tiger mosquitoes that transmit these viruses spread farther north due to ...
Zelenskyy Critiques Russian Delegation as 'Theatre Prop' Ahead of Istanbul Talks
Volodymyr Zelenskyy challenged Putin to meet him in person in Istanbul, but the Russian president will skip the talks ...
Trump Proposes 'Freedom Zone' for Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict
Deaths reported on Thursday morning follow Wednesday’s toll of more than 70 killed in attacks ...
Georgia Woman Kept on Life Support Due to State's Abortion Law
Despite no chance of recovery, the 30-year-old has been kept alive for more than 90 days so she can carry her baby to full term. ...
Polio Outbreak Confirmed in Papua New Guinea, Urgent Vaccination Campaign Launched
The World Health Organization says the PNG outbreak is linked to strains circulating in Indonesia, posing a serious risk to other countries in the region. ...
Trump's Acceptance of Qatari Jet Raises Ethical Concerns Amidst Allegations of Corruption
The US President argues that the plane would be for the country, not him personally. Read more at straitstimes.com. ...
US and Russian Leaders Will Not Attend Major Peace Talks in Istanbul
WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin will not attend what could be the first direct peace talks between M ...
Climate Change Fuels Worrying Spread of Fungal Infections, Study Reveals
The setup for The Last of Us video game and TV series involves a fungus that evolves due to climate change to infect swathes of the human population, turning pe ...
Why India Could Not Stop IMF Bailout to Pakistan
As one of 25 member groups on the IMF board, India's influence at the fund is limited, say experts. ...
Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Hospital Raise Controversy Over Medical Facilities in Conflict
Aid groups and U.N. investigations have accused Israel of aiming to destroy Gaza’s health infrastructure. Israel says it is forced to strike hospitals it says ...
World Health Organization Announces Significant Cuts Amid U.S. Funding Reductions
Washington never paid its 2024 dues and is not expected to pay in 2025. ...
Israeli Airstrikes Claim Lives of Dozens in Northern Gaza Amid Escalating Conflict
Israel on Wednesday ordered residents to flee parts of Gaza City ahead of more attacks. ...
Tragic Death of Young Influencer Valeria Márquez Highlights Mexico's Ongoing Gender Violence Crisis
Death of Valeria Márquez, 23, being investigated as femicide, says Jalisco state prosecutor ...
Trump and Putin Remain Non-Committal Ahead of Ukrainian Peace Talks
The Russian president, who first suggested talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, has not yet responded to Volodymyr Zelenskyy's offer to meet face-to-face to discuss ...
UN Aid Chief Urges Action to Prevent Genocide in Gaza Amid Escalating Violence
Tom Fletcher, a top UN aid chief, accused Israel of "deliberately" and "unashamedly" imposing inhumane conditions on civilians in Gaza — something which Israe ...
Groundbreaking Research Suggests Human Body Emits Faint Glow Until Death
Our bodies emit faint light that stops when we die, according to shocking new research from Canadian scientists. ...
Kemi Badenoch's Team Admits Flaws in Post-Brexit Migration Plan
In response tonight, the Tories insisted that Chris Philp was not saying the Tories did not have a plan for how to handle asylum seekers post Brexit. ...
Coalition of 52 U.S. Organizations Calls for Reauthorization of Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act
The law’s expiration in September could jeopardize a wide range of information-sharing partnerships that have helped catch and thwart cyberattacks in the U.S. ...
Intensifying Israeli Airstrikes Result in High Casualty Rates in Gaza Amid Trump's Middle East Visit
Israeli military strikes killed at least 70 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, local health authorities said, in an intensification of the bombard ...
Exploring Hydrogen Reservoirs in Earth's Crust for a Sustainable Energy Future
Researchers have compiled a list of "ingredients" that could help resource exploration companies locate huge reservoirs of clean hydrogen, a critical element in ...
Violence Claims 13 Lives Ahead of May 2025 Midterm Elections in the Philippines
A total of 13 people died in 49 validated election-related incidents since the start of the election period on January 12 for the May 2025 midterm polls, the Ph ...
Historic Meeting Between US President Trump and Syria's Interim Leader
US President Donald Trump has met face-to-face with Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the first meeting between US and Syrian leaders in 25 years. ...
Tragic Air Strikes in Gaza Kill Dozens, Including Children Amid Ongoing Conflicts
Netanyahu says there is ‘no way’ Israel will halt its war in Gaza ...
U.S. President Trump Meets Syrian Leader Amid Sanctions Lift
Saudi Arabia and Turkey's leaders played a key role in convincing Trump to lift sanctions on Syria and meet with al-Sharaa. ...
Philippines Condemns North Korea's Ballistic Missile Launches
The Philippines on Wednesday condemned North Korea's firing of multiple ballistic short-range missiles, calling it an act of provocation that undermines regiona ...
Increasing Cases of Blackwater Fever Among Children in Rural Uganda Raise Alarms
A dangerous complication of malaria turns urine dark with blood – but only affects some young patients in rural areas and not others. Puzzled experts are tryi ...
US and China Agree to Temporary Tariff Reductions Amid Ongoing Trade Tensions
BEIJING: The United States and China slashed sweeping tariffs on each other's goods for 90 days on Wednesday (May 14), after a temporary ceasefire in a brutal t ...
Global Electric Vehicle Sales Projected to Exceed 40% Market Share by 2030, IEA Report Reveals
More than one in four cars sold worldwide this year is set to be electric as EV sales continue to grow - News from the International Energy Agency ...
Escalation in Gaza: Israel Targets Hospitals in Air Strikes, Claims Attempted Assassination of Hamas Leader
Israel has launched air strikes at two hospitals in Gaza, reportedly attempting to assassinate Hamas chief. ...
Erik and Lyle Menendez Granted Parole Eligibility After 35 Years Behind Bars
A judge’s decision means the brothers, who have spent 35 years in prison for the 1989 murders of their parents, are now eligible for parole. ...
Lockheed Martin's Potential Deal with Saudi Arabia Raises Questions
RIYADH: The United States agreed on Tuesday (May 13) to sell Saudi Arabia an arms package worth nearly US$142 billion, according to a White House fact sheet tha ...
Tsunami Alert Issued Following 5.9 Magnitude Earthquake off the Coast of Greece
People are warned to stay away from parts of Crete in Greece, following the magnitude 5.9 earthquake - and emergency services there remain on high alert this mo ...
The Looming Threat of Nuclear Conflict Between India and Pakistan
Recent hostilities were a reminder of how easily a crisis could escalate into catastrophe. ...
Energy Australia Faces Landmark Legal Action Over Greenwashing Allegations
Climate group alleges energy giant misled 400,000 customers about ‘Go Neutral’ product, arguing that carbon offsets don’t actually remove emissions ...
Macron Discusses Sanctions and Nuclear Umbrella for European Allies
The president addressed numerous issues, including questions about France’s country’s nuclear arsenal, in a TV interview on Tuesday. ...
Donald Trump to Accept $400 Million Luxury Plane Gift from Qatar
A $400 million plane gifted from the Qatari royal family could be the next Air Force One aircraft responsible for transporting the president of the United State ...
Historic $142 Billion Arms Deal Between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia Marks a New Era in Diplomatic Relations
White House touts deal made on first stop of US president’s four-day diplomatic tour to Gulf states ...
Trump's Potential Acceptance of $400 Million Gift from Qatar Raises Legal Concerns
The US leader has faced criticism over his plan to accept a plane from Qatar worth an estimated $400m. ...
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Global Electric Vehicle Sales Projected to Exceed 40% Market Share by 2030, IEA Report Reveals
More than one in four cars sold worldwide this year is set to be electric as EV sales continue to grow - News from the International Energy Agency ...
Energy Australia Faces Landmark Legal Action Over Greenwashing Allegations
Climate group alleges energy giant misled 400,000 customers about ‘Go Neutral’ product, arguing that carbon offsets don’t actually remove emissions ...
Dengue and Chikungunya Threat Looms Over Europe as Tiger Mosquitoes Expand Northward
The feverish diseases dengue and chikungunya could soon become endemic in Europe as the tiger mosquitoes that transmit these viruses spread farther north due to ...
Georgia Woman Kept on Life Support Due to State's Abortion Law
Despite no chance of recovery, the 30-year-old has been kept alive for more than 90 days so she can carry her baby to full term. ...
Polio Outbreak Confirmed in Papua New Guinea, Urgent Vaccination Campaign Launched
The World Health Organization says the PNG outbreak is linked to strains circulating in Indonesia, posing a serious risk to other countries in the region. ...
Trump Proposes 'Freedom Zone' for Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict
Deaths reported on Thursday morning follow Wednesday’s toll of more than 70 killed in attacks ...
US and Russian Leaders Will Not Attend Major Peace Talks in Istanbul
WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin will not attend what could be the first direct peace talks between M ...
Violence Claims 13 Lives Ahead of May 2025 Midterm Elections in the Philippines
A total of 13 people died in 49 validated election-related incidents since the start of the election period on January 12 for the May 2025 midterm polls, the Ph ...
Groundbreaking Research Suggests Human Body Emits Faint Glow Until Death
Our bodies emit faint light that stops when we die, according to shocking new research from Canadian scientists. ...
Exploring Hydrogen Reservoirs in Earth's Crust for a Sustainable Energy Future
Researchers have compiled a list of "ingredients" that could help resource exploration companies locate huge reservoirs of clean hydrogen, a critical element in ...
Coalition of 52 U.S. Organizations Calls for Reauthorization of Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act
The law’s expiration in September could jeopardize a wide range of information-sharing partnerships that have helped catch and thwart cyberattacks in the U.S. ...
Outrage in Balochistan Following Discovery of Student's Body Amidst Systematic Violence
The killing of Fahad Lehri, a young Baloch student, has sparked grief and outrage across Balochistan, highlighting Pakistan's continued use of enforced disappea ...
Escalation in Gaza: Death Toll Rises Amid Ongoing Bombardments
At least 82 people have been killed in Israeli strikes and shelling on Gaza since dawn, according to the rescuers. ...
Zelenskyy Critiques Russian Delegation as 'Theatre Prop' Ahead of Istanbul Talks
Volodymyr Zelenskyy challenged Putin to meet him in person in Istanbul, but the Russian president will skip the talks ...