What went right in 2023? Here’s some good news | In Pictures
The past year was dominated by global conflicts that continue to cause devastation, death and despair, deep political divisions and extreme climate events, but it…
The role of the Chinese Navy fleet in evacuating Chinese nationals from Sudan
The Chinese Ministry of Defense announced the sending of warships to Sudan to evacuate its nationals due to the crisis it is currently witnessing due…
Man-bun replaces combover as best baldness-hiding hairstyle
THE man-bun is now the most popular hairstyle choice for desperate men who are fighting a losing battle with baldness. After several decades of unconvincingly…
‘We can’t tell her the truth’: Gaza’s hospitals filling with lone orphans | Israel-Palestine conflict News
When nine-year-old Razan Shabet was brought to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital one month ago, she was unconscious with a severe head injury, a brain haemorrhage and…
Deadly snake halts play at Australia tennis tournament | Tennis News
Austrian Dominic Thiem’s match suspended for 40 minutes after reptile slithered its way courtside. He won the qualifier. Former US Open champion Dominic Thiem had…
US prosecutors opt out of second trial for crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried | Crypto News
Prosecutors cite ‘strong public interest’ for resolving major case against disgraced crypto exchange founder. United States prosecutors have chosen not to pursue a second trial…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 675 | Russia-Ukraine war News
As the war enters its 675th day, these are the main developments. Here is the situation on Saturday, December 30, 2023. Fighting and human impact…
Biden administration bypasses Congress on weapons sales to Israel | Israel-Palestine conflict News
The administration of United States President Joe Biden has once again bypassed Congress to greenlight an emergency weapons sale to Israel, which has only intensified…
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 85 | Israel-Palestine conflict News
South Africa files case of genocide against Israel, as attacks on Gaza, occupied West Bank and southern Lebanon continue – here is the latest. Here’s…
Saturday 30 December Tamu Lhosar in Sikkim
Tamu Lhosar is the main festival of the Gurung community. It marks the beginning of the Gurung New Year which falls on the 15th day of Pusa,…
Indonesia urged to protect refugees following mob attack
The UN refugee agency, UNHCR, has appealed for action in the wake of a mob attack against refugees in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, on Wednesday.Hundreds of…
US opioid crisis: Hope for new approach as naloxone machines spread in 2023 | Drugs News
Washington, DC – It was a hot summer day in July when Shekita McBroom received a phone call from a local hair salon. The stylist…
Palestinians perform Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa amid tight Israeli curbs | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Israeli authorities barred Palestinians from entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem for the 12th consecutive Friday. According to Anadolu Agency, the Israeli police set up…
What’s behind recent coups in Africa? | TV Shows
Overthrow of leaders in Niger and Gabon has been met by international condemnation but celebrations at home. Two more coups in Africa during the past…
South Africa files case at ICJ accusing Israel of ‘genocidal acts’ in Gaza | Israel-Palestine conflict News
South Africa has filed an application instituting proceedings against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of crimes of genocide against Palestinians…
Poland says Russian missile briefly entered its airspace | Russia-Ukraine war News
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says organisation is ‘monitoring the situation’ as Poland says it has confirmed incident. Polish military authorities have said that a Russian…
The guardrails that once prevented wars are failing
Wars are no longer black-swan events. They are a regular occurrence, representing the most significant transformation in global affairs since 9/11. The Israel-Hamas war is…
India formally asks Pakistan to extradite Mumbai attack suspect Hafiz Saeed | Politics News
Saeed is accused by India and the US of being involved in the 2008 attacks, which killed 166 people. India has formally requested that Pakistan…
Turkey arrests ISIL suspects as detention drive continues | ISIL/ISIS News
The suspects were allegedly planning to carry out attacks on synagogues and churches. Turkey has announced it has detained dozens of people suspected of having…
China appoints former navy chief Dong Jun as new defence minister | Politics News
Dong replaces Li Shangfu, who was fired and disappeared from public view four months ago. China has appointed former navy chief Dong Jun as the…