Monday, September 9, 2024

September’s full harvest moon: What to expect, viewing tips, and best places to watch September 08, 2024 at 11:35PM

The Full Harvest Moon on September 17 promises an extraordinary celestial event with both a supermoon and a partial lunar eclipse. This spectacle will be visible across various regions including North America and Europe. The peak of the eclipse will occur at 10:44pm EDT for observers in the Eastern US time zone.

48 killed in fuel tanker collision in Nigeria September 08, 2024 at 11:14PM

A tragic collision between a fuel tanker and another truck in Nigeria's Niger state led to an explosion, killing at least 48 people and burning alive 50 cattle. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing. The state's governor has called for calm among residents and emphasized the importance of adhering to road traffic regulations for safety.

UN rights chief warns world risks 'dystopian future' September 08, 2024 at 11:05PM

UN rights chief Volker Turk warned that the world needs to change its current path to avoid a future filled with military escalation, repression, disinformation, inequality, and climate change. Speaking at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, he urged voters to focus on human rights issues in elections and be cautious of simplistic solutions.