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Myanmar army air strike kills dozens in Rakhine state
Myanmar’s military conducted an air strike near a market in Rakhine state on Monday, killing at least 33 people and wounding 36 others, according to rebel groups and rescue officials.
Italian court convicts three Egyptian agents for kidnap of Giulio Regeni
An Italian court has convicted three Egyptian security officials of kidnapping student Giulio Regeni, who was later found dead. They received 10-year sentences in a trial held in absentia.
NFL asks US Homeland Security to remove video with former star player
The NFL has requested the Department of Homeland Security remove a social media video featuring retired player Brian Dawkins that the agency used to promote border security messaging.
Mapping Israel’s 300 checkpoints: Where they are and how they work
Israel has sealed the occupied West Bank for a week during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, tightening restrictions at more than 300 checkpoints that already severely limit Palestinian movement and access to employment.
Russia strikes at heart of Ukraine’s digital economy with attacks on ISPs and datacentres
Russia conducted major strikes on Ukrainian internet infrastructure this week, including datacentres and providers in Kyiv, causing temporary outages affecting approximately 100,000 households.
5 arrested near a U.K. air base used by U.S. on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford in England on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act involving three suspicious vehicles traveling toward the U.S.-operated air base.
Israel’s Smotrich calls for ‘war’ in West Bank: Rhetoric or real threat?
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for conducting a full-scale military campaign in the West Bank using tactics deployed in Gaza, while also advocating for territorial annexation in the region.
Yemen’s health system could collapse in some areas, minister warns
Yemen’s health minister warns that some areas could lose all health services if funding declines continue, with 19.3 million people needing assistance but only 17 percent of required funds available.
Lime bike profits double as rider numbers surge in England
Lime’s UK profits more than doubled to £4.7m in 2025 as monthly users surged 31% to nearly 700,000, driven by expansion into new cities and fleet growth.
Man shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler dies
Jim Copenhaver, 76, died from complications of injuries sustained when a gunman opened fire at a 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he was shot twice.
Trump hails ‘very productive’ talks with China’s Xi Jinping
Trump characterized talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a three-day state visit as “very productive,” with discussions covering artificial intelligence and the Iran conflict.
Trump faces tough choices as Iran dangles deal to reopen Hormuz before US midterms
Iran has proposed a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks, requiring Trump to lift sanctions, permit oil exports, and pressure Israel to end attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon.
More than 55,000 Sudanese refugees flee to Chad as UN calls for funding
More than 55,000 Sudanese refugees have arrived in Chad this year as the UN warns of deteriorating humanitarian conditions and calls for significantly increased international funding.
Israeli shelling continues as Lebanon’s PM demands withdrawal in UN speech
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called for Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and enforcement of the ceasefire at the UN, while Israeli shelling and demolitions continue on the ground.
Poland boosts air defence after ‘Russian provocations’ amid Ukraine war
Poland has heightened air defence following alleged Russian airspace incursions, with the Defence Minister announcing expanded protection measures including increased F-16 and helicopter patrols.
Trump’s plans for massive arch move ahead
President Trump’s plans to construct a 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery are advancing after a federal council ended required historic preservation consultations, despite growing opposition from Democratic lawmakers.
Iraqi airports halt Iranian flights after new US aviation sanctions
Four Iraqi airports suspended all flights to and from Iran following new US aviation sanctions on companies conducting business with Iranian airlines announced earlier this month.
UN expands list of firms involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities
The UN human rights office expanded its database of businesses linked to illegal Israeli settlements, adding 61 companies to bring the total to 214 firms across 11 countries.
Rick Wakeman performs piano concert to 150 rescued moon bears in Vietnam
Rick Wakeman performed a piano concert for 150 rescued moon bears at a Vietnamese sanctuary, raising awareness of bears kept in cruel conditions for bile extraction used in traditional medicine.
At least 41 die as boat capsizes in DRC’s Lake Tanganyika
At least 41 people died and 49 were rescued after a boat capsized on Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with search operations ongoing for remaining passengers.
Tata v Tata: What’s behind India’s big boardroom brawl?
A power struggle has erupted at India’s Tata Group, with the board of Tata Sons backing Chairman Chandrasekaran’s reappointment and a potential public listing, while majority shareholder Tata Trusts opposes the moves.
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UNESCO MGIEP discusses future of education, using core ideologies of Mahatma Gandhi to celebrate the International Day of Education
Father of the nation brought to life through 3D hologram New Delhi, January 27, 2020: In celebration of the International Day of Education, the UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) hosted ‘A Dialogue with Gandhi’...
Clive Palmer’s Waratah Coal Applies for Mining Lease Despite Environmental Concerns and Misgovernance Allegations
Waratah Coal, a Clive Palmer entity, has applied for a mining lease and environmental authority approval to build a coalmine in the Galilee Basin in Queensland, Australia. The project, which has been in discussions for years under the name “China First”, has now been...
5 ways to attract long-stay business travelers to your luxury hotel
There are many types of travelers in the world: family, corporate, leisure, group, and backpackers. Business travelers represent the most important segment for luxury hotels. They are easy to manage and are prone to spending significantly more on additional services...
3 Arguments for Cannabis Legalization
Cannabis legalization is a hot topic, with several American states and many countries around the world choosing to permit the plant for medical or recreational use. Colorado was the first US state to legalize recreationally in 2014, while Canada became the first...