Romania and Bulgaria partially join Europe's Schengen travel zone, but checks at land borders remain March 30, 2024 at 11:01PM

Romania and Bulgaria partially joined the Schengen area, integrating with the EU. Free access for air and sea travelers, with land border checks due to Austria's opposition. Concerns exist about long queues at EU land borders.

US President Joe Biden's election campaign launches ad targeting Nikky Haley voters March 30, 2024 at 12:20AM

Israeli airstrike targets UN observers in southern Lebanon March 29, 2024 at 11:25PM

Israeli airstrike hits UN observers' vehicle near Rmeish, southern Lebanon, as they monitor the Blue Line border. UNIFIL yet to respond. Security sources confirm the incident.

'Colossal asteroid strike on Mars leaves behind two billion craters' March 28, 2024 at 11:16PM

Groundbreaking discovery of massive asteroid impact on Mars in Elysium Planitia, creating Corinto crater and vast secondary craters. Rare event reshaping the Martian landscape reveals insights into cosmic events and volcanic activity, advancing understanding of Mars's history but also offering insights into the planet's volcanic activity and hydrological past.

Sweden Quran burner says he will go to Norway March 27, 2024 at 08:03PM

Christian Iraqi Salwan Momika left Sweden for Norway after his residency permit was revoked due to Quran burnings. Criticized Sweden for lack of respect and persecution, highlighting international outrage and freedom of expression issues.

French lawmakers are weighing a bill banning all types of hair discrimination March 27, 2024 at 11:09PM

French lawmakers debate groundbreaking bill to ban hair discrimination, facing opposition but supported by President Macron's party. The law, proposed by Olivier Serva, aims to address race-based discrimination, potentially making France a global pioneer in the fight against hair discrimination.

Why Russia finds it 'hard to believe' that Isis attacked Moscow March 27, 2024 at 04:50AM

Pakistan to conduct DNA test of bomber who killed 5 Chinese nationals March 27, 2024 at 01:08AM

Pakistani authorities plan DNA testing on remains of suicide bomber in Shangla district attack that killed 5 Chinese nationals and a local driver. The area is crucial for China-Pakistan Economic Corridor with workers on projects like Dasu Dam. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assured a prompt resolution during discussions with the Chinese ambassador Jiang Zaidong.

Thousands protest against Hungary's Orban after former insider leaks graft case tape March 26, 2024 at 11:15PM

Protesters gathered in Budapest near parliament, demanding the resignation of Chief Prosecutor and Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The call for resignation came after a former government insider alleged that a senior aide to Orban attempted to interfere in a corruption case. Chanting "Resign, resign," the protesters marched from the chief prosecutor's office towards parliament, many holding torches.

Judge issues gag order barring Donald Trump from commenting on witnesses, others in hush money case March 26, 2024 at 11:09AM

'Isis issues fresh threat to Putin, Russia' March 26, 2024 at 03:03AM

A new threat against Russia has surfaced on social media in the form of an Islamic State (IS) poster. This comes shortly after the group claimed responsibility for an attack on Moscow's concert center. The poster, attributed to IS-Khorasan's propaganda network Al Azaim, features a masked figure holding a knife with a threatening message aimed at Russia and Putin.

The origin of 'Big Bang': Unraveling the true story March 26, 2024 at 02:33AM

UK court delays decision on Assange's last-ditch extradition appeal bid March 26, 2024 at 01:42AM

The British High Court handed down a partial victory to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Tuesday, saying he can't be immediately extradited to the United States on espionage charges and will be able to appeal against it. Two judges from the High Court have said that they will allow Julian Assange to pursue a new appeal unless US authorities provide additional assurances.

Russia escalates attack as multiple explosions, power shortage rock Ukraine March 25, 2024 at 12:20AM

US, Japan plan to strengthen security pact inked over 60 years ago March 24, 2024 at 11:21PM

Russia violates Poland's air space in attack on Ukraine, Poland's armed forces say March 23, 2024 at 11:16PM

Poland's armed forces reported that Russia violated its airspace early on Sunday with a cruise missile launched at targets in western Ukraine. "On March 24 at 4:23 am, there was a violation of Polish airspace by one of the cruise missiles launched overnight by long-range aviation of the Russian Federation," the armed forces said on the social media platform X.

Kamala Harris to tour blood-stained building where 2018 Florida school massacre happened March 22, 2024 at 11:33PM

Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday is expected to tour the blood-stained classroom building where the 2018 Parkland high school massacre happened, accompanied by some victims' family members who are pushing for stricter gun laws and improved school safety. Harris' visit will be the latest by elected officials and law enforcement and education leaders in recent months.

US-Mexico border witnesses record high migrant encounter in Feb March 22, 2024 at 11:17PM

According to most recent Customs and Border Patrol figures, US' southern border set record for migrant interactions in February, with 1,89,922 attempted crossings. It exceed previous February record of 1,56,000 in same month last year. It includes Border Patrol concerns and interactions at formal ports of entry, but do not include an estimate of how many migrants cross the southern border undetected.

Turkey says it hits 12 Kurdish militants in northern Iraq March 22, 2024 at 11:02PM

Turkey said on Saturday it had "neutralised" 12 members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in northern Iraq's Metina region as part of a cross-border military campaign that it has warned could expand in coming months. The defence ministry's use of the term "neutralised" commonly means killed. The PKK is designated a terrorist group by Turkey, the United States and the European Union.

Pakistan court sentences 40-year-old woman to life for burning pages of Quran March 22, 2024 at 02:23AM

American Airlines passenger hurls anti-Semitic slur at flight attendant, forced off plane March 22, 2024 at 12:12AM

British explorer Chris Brown becomes first person to reach Earth's remotest place point Nemo March 22, 2024 at 01:23AM

Who are the candidates running in the 2024 US presidential election? March 22, 2024 at 01:11AM

President Joe Biden and Donald Trump prepare for a divisive U.S. presidential election. Trump faces legal challenges and retribution-seeking, while Biden focuses on defending American liberties and combating low approval ratings.

The Great Successor? Who is North Korea's Kim Ju Ae March 20, 2024 at 11:02PM

She oversees military drills with her father, a military marshal knelt before her, state media use leader-level honorifics to describe her -- a fresh slew of signals indicate Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter Ju Ae could be North Korea's next ruler. At a military parade marking the 75th anniversary of the country's founding, Marshal Pak Jong Chon, one of the most powerful military officials in the North, was seen kneeling by Ju Ae.

Biden cancels $6 billion in student loan debt for 78,000 public service workers March 20, 2024 at 11:04PM

EU leaders to discuss using profits from Russian assets to arm Ukraine March 20, 2024 at 10:58PM

Afghanistan's school year starts without more than 1 million girls barred from education by Taliban March 19, 2024 at 10:57PM

Mainland Chinese surge into Hong Kong property after stamp duties scrapped March 18, 2024 at 11:02PM

Mainland Chinese drive surge in Hong Kong home purchases post-stamp duty removal, impacting market dynamics. Confidence falters in mainland housing market. Prices remain low with transaction volumes expected to recover moderately.

Pak cenbank keeps interest rate at 22% amid alarming inflation surge March 18, 2024 at 01:10AM

Pakistan's inflation rate reached an alarming 32.89% on Friday, prompting the central bank to keep key interest rates at 22% for the sixth consecutive term. "Inflation warrants a cautious approach, requires continuity of current monetary stance to bring inflation down to target range of 5 – 7% by Sept 2025", the central bank said.

Kate Middleton spotted with Prince William at local farm shop in UK March 18, 2024 at 12:47AM

Nasa's cosmic communication challenge: Will astronauts one day video call from Mars? March 17, 2024 at 11:27PM

Challenges of Earth-Mars communication for video calls are tackled by DSOC technology, addressing latency, power constraints, and atmospheric interference. Future advancements include an interplanetary internet and higher bandwidth tech for effective data transmission.

Blinken arrives in South Korea to attend democracy summit March 16, 2024 at 11:23PM

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived Sunday in South Korea on the first stop of a brief Asia tour also including the Philippines, as Washington moves to reinforce ties with two key regional allies. Blinken landed Sunday afternoon ahead of the third Summit for Democracy on Monday, an initiative of US President Joe Biden, which Seoul is hosting this week.

South Sudan shutters all schools as it prepares for an extreme heat wave March 16, 2024 at 11:12PM

South Sudan closes schools for 2 weeks due to extreme heat, advising parents to keep children indoors to avoid 45C temperatures. The ministries said they "will continue to monitor the situation and inform the public accordingly."Peter Garang, a resident who lives in the capital said that, "schools should be connected to the electricity grid" to enable the installation of air conditioners.

Russians cast ballots in an election preordained to extend President Vladimir Putin's rule March 16, 2024 at 05:43AM

Russia says Ukrainian shelling killed 2 in a border city while it thwarted an incursion March 16, 2024 at 03:40AM

Gaza truce efforts revived as first sea aid unloaded March 16, 2024 at 03:31AM

'Arty one': Prince William breaks silence on Kate Middleton photoshop row March 16, 2024 at 03:27AM

Prince William praises Kate Middleton's artistic flair at a charity event, emphasizing the importance of charity work at the Diana Awards' 25th-anniversary celebration. Kate's photo controversy on Mother's Day, post-surgery, led to her apology for edits, revealing her passion for amateur photography. The royal couple remains dedicated to charity and community engagement.

Russia behind 'widespread and systematic' torture in Ukraine: UN March 15, 2024 at 03:59AM

UN report exposes Russia's war crimes in Ukraine, including torture, rape, and looting cultural objects. The Commission of Inquiry investigates violations of international laws with concern over harm to civilians and prisoners of war.

14 killed, 46 wounded in Ukraine in Russian missile strike: Official March 15, 2024 at 03:56AM

14 killed, 46 injured in Russian missile attack in Odesa, Ukraine. Houses, gas pipeline, and rescue vehicles damaged. Odesa targeted due to terminated UN grain deal. Emergency services battled fires caused by long-range drones in Belgorod Region.

EU Commission gives 500 million euros to firms to boost ammunition production capacity March 15, 2024 at 01:30AM

European Commission grants 500 million euros for ammunition production under ASAP scheme to support Ukraine and EU. Companies like Rheinmetall, Nammo, Chemring Nobel, Hellenic Defence Systems, Eurenco involved, with a target of 2 million shells by 2025.

Al-Shabaab overnight siege of Mogadishu hotel ends March 14, 2024 at 11:43PM

A siege by Al-Shabaab Islamist militants at a popular hotel near the presidential palace in the Somali capital Mogadishu ended on Friday after more than 13 hours with all the gunmen killed, a police officer told AFP. Armed fighters had stormed the SYL hotel in a hail of bullets late on Thursday, with Al-Shabaab claiming responsibility in a brief statement.

Pakistan: Sindh's 13-member cabinet sworn in with only one woman included March 13, 2024 at 11:26PM

Sindh's 13-member cabinet saw only one woman securing a spot, highlighting a significant gender imbalance, as per Dawn. Nine cabinet members, many from CM Syed Murad Ali Shah's previous tenure, took oath at the Governor House. Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori oversaw the ceremony attended by the CM and senior bureaucrats. This time, the provincial cabinet included just one woman, as per Dawn's report.

Turkey to discuss 'common understanding' on security with Iraq: Report March 13, 2024 at 11:19PM

Turkish officials led by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will engage in talks with Iraqi counterparts in Baghdad on Thursday to address security concerns, focusing on Turkey's operations against the PKK in Iraq. This "security summit" will also include Defence Minister Yasar Guler and intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin. Ankara has ramped up cross-border operations against the PKK which is based in northern Iraq's mountainous regions.

'Assault on Navalny aide likely organised by Russia' March 13, 2024 at 12:27AM

Leonid Volkov, a key aide to Alexei Navalny, was assaulted in Lithuania. The attack, orchestrated by Russia, involved tear gas and a hammer. The assault is likely linked to the Russian President election. Volkov posted images of his injuries and the vehicle damage on Telegram. The investigation is ongoing.

Nepal PM Prachanda wins vote of confidence in Parliament March 13, 2024 at 12:33AM

After Ukraine controversy, Pope again condemns 'madness of war' March 12, 2024 at 11:29PM

8 children and a woman dies after consuming sea turtle meat March 12, 2024 at 12:10AM

Japan's push for North Korea summit 'very important', IAEA chief says March 11, 2024 at 11:26PM

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief supports Japan's summit talks and efforts to secure abducted citizens. Raised concerns about nuclear advances and treated waste water release. China's ban on Japanese seafood was a political decision. Independent testing confirmed safety. Open to discussing China's request to strengthen monitoring of water release.

Ramadan begins in Gaza with hunger worsening and no end to the war in sight March 11, 2024 at 11:18PM

"The war between Israel and Hamas began on October 7, resulting in the deaths of around 1,200 people and the taking of hostages. Hamas still holds around 100 captives and the remains of 30 others. The conflict has forced 80% of Gaza's population, totaling 2.3 million people, from their homes and pushed them to the brink of famine.

UK lawmaker, suspended by PM Sunak, joins right-wing Reform UK Party March 11, 2024 at 12:57AM

Former Conservative deputy chairman Lee Anderson's defection to right-wing Reform UK party threatens Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's re-election bid. Anderson supports capital punishment, tough immigration laws, and criticized London's Muslim mayor. The move comes amid tensions over the Israel-Hamas war and immigration legislation.

China passes law granting Communist Party more control over cabinet March 11, 2024 at 12:32AM

China's parliament has approved changes to a law that will give the Communist Party more control over the country's cabinet, the State Council. This move comes after the premier's post-parliament news conference was canceled for the first time in 30 years. The amended State Council Organic Law was passed with a majority of delegate votes during the National People's Congress in Beijing.