Florida cruise launches 4-year 'skip forward' tour for those looking to avoid Trump's second presidential term November 17, 2024 at 01:16AM

A Florida-based cruise line, Villa Vie Residences, has launched a four-year cruise package called "Skip Forward." Unveiled shortly after Donald Trump's presidential election victory, the package, starting at £40,000 annually, allows travelers to embark on a continuous global journey, visiting various ports over the four-year duration.

Pakistan air pollution: Toxic smog sends over 1.9 million to hospitals in a month November 17, 2024 at 12:02AM

Toxic smog is overwhelming hospitals in Pakistan's Punjab province, with over 1.91 million respiratory illness cases reported in the past month. Lahore, the worst-hit city, is grappling with hazardous air quality, forcing school closures and lockdowns. The crisis, fueled by industrial emissions and agricultural practices, has left residents struggling to breathe and healthcare workers overwhelmed.

8 dead, 17 hurt in knife attack at Chinese school November 16, 2024 at 07:55AM

Eight people were killed and 17 injured after a former student attacked individuals at the Wuxi Vocational Institute of Arts and Technology in eastern China. The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Xu, was apprehended and confessed to the crime, attributing his actions to anger over failing exams and dissatisfaction with his internship pay.