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Blame game as Brussels builds ‘Europe’s largest frying pan’ instead of shady square
Brussels abandoned its ambitious plan for a shaded steel canopy atop Schuman Square, leaving what critics call Europe’s largest frying pan—a bare concrete expanse lacking greenery.
Israel announces tender for 627 settler units in occupied West Bank
Israeli authorities issued a tender for 627 housing units in the Kochav Yaakov settlement in the occupied West Bank, with a construction deadline set for November 30.
Flight cancellations, evacuations as China braces for Typhoon Dolphin
China has cancelled over 1,600 flights and evacuated roughly 500,000 people as Typhoon Dolphin approaches its eastern coast. The country issued its most severe typhoon warning ahead of the storm’s expected landfall overnight on Sunday.
Daniel Kinahan: Suspected crime boss returning to Ireland amid tight security
Daniel Kinahan, a 49-year-old suspected crime boss, has been extradited from the UAE to Ireland on a government jet to face charges of directing a criminal organization.
Child among three dead in Russian nightly strikes near Kyiv
At least three people, including a child, were killed in overnight Russian ballistic missile strikes near Kyiv, as Ukraine faces critical shortages of Western-donated air defense interceptors.
Todd Blanche, Trump’s ex-lawyer, narrowly confirmed as attorney general
Trump’s former lawyer Todd Blanche has been narrowly confirmed as U.S. attorney general in a 50-49 Senate vote, with two Republicans joining all Democrats in opposition.
US offers $1bn to Colombia on new right-wing president’s first day of office
The US pledged $1 billion to Colombia on its new right-wing president’s inauguration day, as he vowed an aggressive crackdown on drug cartels and criminal organizations.
UAE says Iran targeted ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties
The UAE accused Iran of striking an ADNOC tanker with a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, drawing condemnation from Gulf and Arab governments. The company reported 15 vessels attacked since the conflict began.
Lebanon ‘detains’ former al-Assad-era general, weighs handing him to Syria
Lebanese authorities have arrested a former Syrian general who served under ousted President Bashar al-Assad, with officials considering whether to extradite him to Syria to face charges.
Houthi strikes kill dozens in Yemen, officials say, as Saudi Arabia warns of further attacks
Houthi attacks on Yemeni military camps killed at least 30 troops on Thursday, while the Iran-aligned group also targeted Saudi civilian areas, escalating tensions in the Middle East conflict.
Anti-Muslim US Congressman Andy Ogles loses Republican primary
Republican Congressman Andy Ogles, known for anti-Muslim rhetoric, lost his Tennessee primary to Charlie Hatcher despite President Trump’s endorsement, marking a rare failure for Trump’s backing in a GOP race.
Turkiye’s Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia: What to expect
Turkish President Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia on Friday for a one-day working visit, expected to hold trilateral talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Extreme heat breaks temperature records in central and eastern Europe
Multiple central and eastern European countries have set temperature records amid extreme heat driving power plant shutdowns, wildfires, and thousands of heat-related deaths across the continent.
Student kills at least 6 in a shooting at a high school in Thailand, authorities say
A student opened fire at a high school in Thailand’s Nonthaburi province on Friday, killing at least six people and wounding several others, according to police statements.
Friday briefing: What the Jason Arday row reveals about equality in modern Britain
British sociologist Jason Arday resigned after facing allegations of plagiarism in his PhD thesis and embellishments regarding his personal achievements, sparking broader debates about diversity initiatives in academia.
‘Still searching for truth’: Daughter of Sikh activist killed 30 years ago
Jaswant Singh Khalra, a human rights activist, was killed 30 years ago after investigating thousands of disappearances by Indian security forces. His daughter reflects on his legacy and ongoing fight for justice.
How AI is changing jobs in the Philippines’ outsourcing industry
The Philippines’ massive outsourcing industry, which employs 1.9 million people, faces disruption as multinational companies increasingly adopt AI technology, potentially displacing workers in a sector that has historically driven economic growth.
Pakistan’s ruling party leads in Kashmir vote despite boycott call by banned group
Pakistan’s ruling Muslim League-N party won 24 of 34 seats in first two phases of Kashmir assembly elections despite boycott calls from a banned protest group demanding abolition of refugee seats.
Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory
Ukraine struck two Russian oil refineries deep inside Russian territory using drones and vessels, targeting fuel revenues Moscow uses to finance its war operations.
Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace issues first building contract – for a military base
Trump’s Board of Peace has awarded its first construction contract in Gaza for a military outpost to house Moroccan troops, marking the first concrete project from the reconstruction board established in January.
Saudi Arabia names commander for maritime defence coalition
Saudi Arabia appointed Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Salem Al-Shehri as commander of a newly established multinational maritime defence coalition to protect shipping lanes through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
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3 Critical Facts About Hate Crimes in America
At the beginning of this year, 22 individuals lost their lives in El Paso, Texas on account of an individual who had hatred towards immigrants and Latinos. Another gun violence also occurred in Gilroy, California, which resulted in the death of three people and is...
What Is the Impact of Wildfires on Climate?
Wildfires are a natural part of the lifecycles of many forested areas. There are some species of conifers — pine and other evergreen trees — that won't release their seeds unless their pinecones burn, literally rising from the ashes. However, intense droughts around...
Problems Persist As Moon Decides to Uphold Japan-Korea Agreement On ‘Comfort Women’ Issue
Since his candidacy for the presidency of South Korea, President Moon Jae-in has been critical of the standing agreement with Japan that would provide restitution for the surviving "comfort women" in his country. President Moon's predecessor, Park Geun-hye was locked...
US And South Korean Relations Could Be Cooling After Court Case
The Republic of Korea has always had harmonious relations with the United States, beginning when US troops occupied the newly independent nation after the surrender of Japan in 1945. It willingly took on the role of subordinate to Washington. After all, the two...