EU, Tunisia forge “Strategic” partnership to address migration, boost economy
The European Union (EU) and Tunisia have signed a memorandum of understanding, marking a "strategic and comprehensive partnership" focused on...
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Ukraine launches waterborne drone attack on Crimea bridge, disrupting vital supply route
Ukraine's security services have claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on the Kerch bridge, the sole connection between Russia and...
US climate envoy John Kerry holds productive talks in Beijing to address climate crisis
US climate envoy John Kerry engaged in four hours of talks with his Chinese counterpart in Beijing on Monday. The...
Sudan army returns to Saudi Arabia for talks as war enters fourth month
Sudanese army representatives have traveled back to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to engage in negotiations with the rebel group Rapid Support...
Massive protests erupt in Israel as judicial reform advances, threatening democracy
Tens of thousands of Israelis flooded the streets of Tel Aviv and other cities on Saturday to protest against the...
Tragedy strikes South Korea as heavy rains, flooding claim 33 lives
South Korea is grappling with the aftermath of heavy rains and flooding that have resulted in the loss of 33...
Heat, drought pose threat to Iraq’s honey production
The central Iraqi province of Babylon is grappling with scorching heat and persistent drought, adversely impacting bees and honey production...
Ukraine aid essential for global economy, US Treasury Secretary affirms—Yellen
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized that increasing support for war-torn Ukraine is the most effective measure to bolster the...
Bangladesh stuns Afghanistan in thrilling T20 match despite Janat’s hat-trick
Bangladesh emerged victorious over Afghanistan in the first T20 international, securing a thrilling two-wicket win with just one ball remaining....
Alleged Russian agent extradited from Estonia taken into US custody
The United States successfully took custody of a suspected Russian intelligence agent on Friday. Vadim Konoshchenok, who had been arrested...
Tunisia faces urgent plea for aid, shelter as migrant crisis deepens
Tunisian rights groups have issued a fervent appeal for immediate assistance and shelter for migrants left stranded after being expelled...
UN expresses concern over unacceptable conditions set by Damascus for cross-border aid
The United Nations (UN) has raised concerns about the "unacceptable conditions" imposed by Damascus for the facilitation of aid through...
Erdogan confident in extending Ukraine grain deal to alleviate global food crisis
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed confidence in the extension of the crucial Ukraine grain deal, aiming to address the...
UN security council urges support for Haiti police amidst escalating crises
In response to the deepening crises in Haiti, the UN Security Council issued an appeal on Friday, calling on the...
MTA implements platform decals to enhance conductor safety
New York City's Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has initiated a trial run of platform decals near the conductor's window at...
Tunisian judge orders release of two leading opponents of President Saied
A Tunisian judge has ordered the release of two prominent political opponents of President Kais Saied, who were arrested nearly...
New York redistricting court ruling spurs divisions between Democrats, Republicans
New York Democrats and Republicans have expressed contrasting views regarding the redistricting of congressional maps in the state. The outcome...
Solomon Islands expands security partnerships, welcomes Chinese assistance in policing, cybersecurity
The Solomon Islands government has responded to concerns raised by Australia and other countries regarding its policing deal with China....
US, Chinese diplomats hold second meeting amid rising tensions over hacking allegations
In a bid to manage escalating tensions triggered by alleged Chinese hacking, top diplomats from the United States and China...
Legendary US racism debate comes alive in Avignon, France, reminding world of lingering issues
Avignon, France - Nearly 60 years after the historic debate on racism in the United States, the clash of two...
Biden to meets Fnnish leader in Helsinki
US President Joe Biden is set to meet with the President of Finland, Sauli Niinisto, on Thursday in Helsinki, following...
UK doctors stage historic walkout, raising concerns for patient safety
Hospital doctors in England initiated the largest walkout ever witnessed in the state-funded National Health Service (NHS) on Thursday, sparking...
North Korea tests solid-fuel ICBM, Kim Jong Un overseeing launch
North Korea announced that it has conducted a successful test of its latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), with Supreme Leader...
Biden to hold meeting with finnish leader following NATO summit
In the aftermath of the NATO summit where G7 powers pledged unwavering support to Ukraine against Russian aggression, US President...
UN court set to issue verdict on Colombia-Nicaragua sea dispute
The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the highest court of the United Nations, is poised to announce its decision on...
ASEAN struggles to reach consensus on Myanmar crisis
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) foreign ministers continue to grapple with finding a unified stance on the Myanmar...
Eric Adams’ Community Op Ed: Keeping Our Communities Safe: One Young Person at a Time
The old saying, ‘Prevention is better than cure’ is truer than ever today. There are many problems that we face...
South Korea’s jobless rate rises unexpectedly to 2.6%
South Korea’s unemployment rate increased unexpectedly in June, though marginally, the data from Statistics Korea showed on Wednesday. The unemployment...
Governor Hochul takes action against hate crimes, allocates record funding for security grants
Governor Hochul addressed the disturbing surge in bias crimes across New York State. With a heavy heart, she revealed that...
Japan launches extensive campaign to promote safety of Fukushima wastewater release
In an effort to address public skepticism surrounding the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the tsunami-damaged Fukushima plant into...
Chinese air force, navy conduct large-scale drill near Taiwan, heightening tensions
China's air force and navy have initiated a significant drill involving fighter jets, bombers, and warships near the southern and...
Russian drones launch multiple attacks on Kyiv amidst NATO summit
Russia carried out a series of drone attacks on Kyiv and other regions for the second consecutive night, coinciding with...
NATO leaders debate Ukraine’s membership bid at summit near Russia’s borders
Lithuania, NATO's eastern flank and a former Russian-occupied land, becomes the stage for intense discussions on Ukraine's aspirations for NATO...
Israel parliament advances contentious judicial overhaul amidst protests
Israel's parliament has approved a key clause of a controversial bill aimed at limiting the powers of the court. The...
Sudan army declines peace talks in Ethiopia, accusing Kenya of bias
Sudan's government has refused to participate in a regional meeting held in Ethiopia aimed at resolving the nearly three-month-long violent...
Sudan army declines peace talks in Ethiopia, accusing Kenya of bias
Sudan's government has refused to participate in a regional meeting held in Ethiopia aimed at resolving the nearly three-month-long violent...
Courage is Hard: A Review of Ishaq Lakin Akintola’s “My Jihad”
By Prof. Mahfouz A. Adedimeji, Text of the Book Review Read at the Book Launch/ Retirement Programme of Prof. Ishaq...
Flooding in NY prompts road closures, triggers state of emergency
New York's Hudson Valley region experienced catastrophic flooding as heavy rain engulfed the area, claiming the life of one individual...
North Korea condemns US deployment of nuclear submarines to Korean peninsula
North Korea has criticized the United States' plan to deploy a nuclear missile submarine near the Korean peninsula, cautioning that...
Joe Biden embarks on three-nation tour, starting with UK visit ahead of NATO summit
United States President Joe Biden has embarked on a three-nation tour, with the highlight being the NATO summit focused on...
Cuban mothers turn advocates as sons face imprisonment
Marta Perdomo and Liset Fonseca, once unassuming Cuban women with no interest in politics or social media presence, have become...
Uzbekistan holds presidential election to secure president’s extended rule
Uzbekistan has conducted its presidential election on Sunday, signaling a likely third term for incumbent President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who has...
US Treasury Secretary Yellen concludes visit, works to strengthen US-China ties
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen concluded her four-day trip to China on Sunday, emphasizing the importance of healthy economic competition...
Austria’s hydropower sector grapples with climate change impact
In the face of diminishing water resources caused by climate change, Austria, heavily reliant on hydropower for its electricity production,...
Angola, DRC grant concession for iconic rail revamp to meet global mineral demands
Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have awarded a 30-year concession to a group of investors for the...
Jordan’s beekeepers thrive as honey demand skyrockets amidst COVID-19 challenges
Amidst the devastating blow dealt to Jordan's tourism industry by the Covid-19 pandemic, a silver lining emerges for the nation's...
Yemeni American Community elder fatally shot in New York City
Tragic news emerged from New York City as a member of the Yemeni American Community (YAC) was fatally shot. Yahey...
Texas man sentenced to 90 consecutive life sentences for 2019 mass shooting at Walmart
A Texas man has been sentenced to 90 consecutive life sentences in prison for carrying out a mass shooting at...
UN Secretary-General stands firm on condemnation of Israel’s Jenin raid
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations has urged UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to retract his condemnation of Israeli forces for...
MSF urges immediate resumption of food aid in Ethiopia
Médecins sans Frontières (MSF), an international non-governmental organization, has demanded the "immediate" resumption of food aid distribution in Ethiopia. This...
Canada’s new Ambassador to Saudi Arabia presents credentials in Riyadh ceremony
Jean-Philippe Linteau, Canada's newly appointed Ambassador-designate to Saudi Arabia, presented his credentials to an official of the Ministry of Foreign...
Senate report exposes intelligence ‘Failures’ in Capitol riot response
In a recent Senate report, US intelligence agencies were accused of receiving multiple early warnings about the attack on the...
Syrian refugee takes office as mayor of German town
A Syrian refugee has been sworn in as the mayor of a German town. Ryyan Alshebl, who fled the war-torn...
Russian missile attack devastates Ukraine, claiming lives, causing widespread injuries
A tragic Russian missile attack targeting a residential apartment block has resulted in the loss of at least four lives...
Iranian court orders seizure of tanker following collision with Iranian vessel
An Iranian court has issued an order to seize a tanker that was involved in a collision with an Iranian...
Gas leak tragedy claims 16 lives, including 3 children, in Johannesburg’s outskirts
Johannesburg's outskirts were struck by a devastating tragedy when a toxic nitrate gas leak, employed by illegal miners for gold...
Russian frigates arrive in China, signaling strong cooperation between nations
Two Russian navy frigates have made their first port visit to China in three years. The arrival of the Cold...
Approval granted for creation of new regional state in Ethiopia
In a significant development, the upper house of parliament in Ethiopia has given its approval for the establishment of a...
Former Nissan Chief Ghosn faces second French arrest warrant
IFrench investigators have issued a second international arrest warrant against Carlos Ghosn, the former chief of Renault-Nissan, as reported by...
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir commits to holding country’s first election in 2024
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir announced on Tuesday his commitment to conducting the country's long-awaited elections, scheduled to take place...