Saturday, December 14, 2024

Why Pakistani journalists and vloggers are under radar of country's federal agency December 13, 2024 at 11:30PM

Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) is cracking down on alleged misinformation spread about a recent protest. Over 150 individuals, including journalists like Harmeet Singh, are facing charges for criticizing the state's response to the November 26th PTI demonstration. The FIA alleges they falsely reported protestor deaths, while the government denies excessive force.

One dies after boat capsizes off Greek island, many feared missing December 13, 2024 at 11:13PM

Greek authorities recovered one body and rescued 39 migrants after their boat capsized off Gavdos. Many remain missing, prompting a search operation. Separately, two vessels rescued 135 more migrants from boats near Gavdos, believed to have departed Libya. These incidents highlight the increasing frequency of migrant boat emergencies in the area.

Former soccer star set to become Georgia's president in a blow to country's EU aspirations December 13, 2024 at 10:56PM

Georgia's ruling party, Georgian Dream, is poised to install former soccer star Mikheil Kavelashvili as president, solidifying its power after a contested election. The opposition, boycotting parliament and demanding new elections, views this as hindering Georgia's European aspirations and benefiting Russia. The move follows protests sparked by the government's suspension of EU accession talks.