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After the floods, hunger: Mozambique’s second disaster
Months after devastating floods swept through Mozambique, survivors face a second crisis as food prices surge and agricultural livelihoods collapse across affected provinces.
Brazil formally accuses 16 people over 2024 Voepass deadly plane crash
Brazil’s federal police have formally accused 16 current and former Voepass airline employees in connection with an August 2024 crash that killed 62 people, citing negligence and maintenance failures.
Israeli raid in West Bank’s Qalandiya injures 51 Palestinians
An Israeli raid in the Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank injured at least 51 Palestinians on Thursday, with forces demolishing shops and imposing curfews on nearby areas.
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.
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.
US seeks extradition of Filipino church leader accused of fraud, sex crimes
The US has requested the Philippines extradite church leader Apollo Quiboloy to face trial for child sex trafficking and fraud charges. Quiboloy was arrested in 2024 and remains detained while Philippine courts continue proceedings.
Argentina won’t retaliate after Brazil downgrades diplomatic ties
Argentina says it will not retaliate after Brazil downgraded diplomatic ties over President Milei’s recent criticism of Brazilian President Lula da Silva.
Eight countries denounce Israeli violations, attacks on healthcare in Gaza
Eight Arab and Muslim nations condemned Israeli violations in Gaza, particularly targeting of healthcare facilities and attacks on civilians, calling them grave breaches of international humanitarian law.
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The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
Initially launched in 2015 to address the problem of homelessness in our country, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or PMAY list of benefits is pretty extensive. It includes affordable housing for all urban classes at subsidised home loan interest rates, eco-friendly...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...