Tensions have flared as China issued a stern warning in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for NATO nations to slap hefty tariffs on Chinese goods and cease purchasing Russian oil. The move is seen as an attempt to pressure China into influencing Russia to negotiate an end...
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At the annual Peace Bell ceremony held at UN Headquarters in New York, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the transformative power of peace, declaring, “Peace remains the greatest catalyst for a brighter tomorrow.” Speaking on Friday, Guterres highlighted the urgency of fostering peace in a world increasingly torn by...
In Nepal, a wave of youth-led protests, sparked by a controversial social media ban, has plunged the nation into turmoil, exposing deep-rooted frustrations with governance and economic challenges. The unrest, driven largely by Generation Z, has led to widespread arson, looting, and deadly clashes, destabilizing the Himalayan nation’s fragile...
President Donald Trump revealed on Friday that authorities have apprehended a suspect in the shocking assassination of conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk, following a sprawling manhunt that gripped the nation. The 31-year-old activist, known for galvanizing young supporters for Trump’s movement, was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah...
In a historic ruling, Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has sentenced former President Jair Bolsonaro to over 27 years in prison for orchestrating an attempted coup. The decision, announced by a majority of the STF’s five-member chamber, marks the first time a former Brazilian president has faced conviction for...
United Nations (UN) on Thursday commemorated the 24th anniversary of the devastating 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, reflecting on the tragedy that struck its host city, New York. The UN, headquartered in New York for nearly eight decades, expressed unwavering support for the city’s residents. “For nearly...
European Union (EU) has disbursed 1 billion euro (approximately 1.17 billion dollars) in additional financial aid to Ukraine, the European Commission announced on Thursday. The money is provided as a loan, to be repaid using interest income generated from frozen Russian state assets held within the EU. With this...
More than 720,000 people commit suicide every year and many more attempt it, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said. The Director-General of WHO Tedros Ghebreyesus is calling for “shifting the narrative” on the issue “to challenge harmful myths, reduce stigma and foster compassionate conversations.” Speaking on the World...
In 2024, global military expenditure skyrocketed to an all-time high of $2.7 trillion, driven by escalating conflicts and geopolitical tensions, according to a new report highlighted by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Speaking at a press briefing, Guterres emphasized the imbalance in global priorities, stating, “The world is spending far...
Nepal’s Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, has stepped down on Tuesday following a violent crackdown on youth-led anti-corruption protests, as the United Nations issued urgent calls for restraint and dialogue to quell the escalating crisis. At least 19 people have lost their lives, and over 100 others have been...
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to accept Prime Minister Francois Bayrou’s resignation on Tuesday following a decisive no-confidence vote that ousted Bayrou’s government, prompting an urgent search for a new prime minister to avert a deepening political crisis. The French presidency confirmed in a statement that Macron “has...
French’s parliament on Monday ousted the government of Prime Minister Francois Bayrou after just nine months in office, leaving President Emmanuel Macron scrambling to find a successor and plunging the country into a new political crisis. Bayrou, who has been in the job for just nine months, had blindsided...
On Saturday, Ghanaian President John Mahama equipped the Buzstop Boys, a dedicated sanitation group, with a major donation of tools. The contribution includes hundreds of wheelbarrows, shovels, brooms, gloves, and brushes to bolster their cleanup efforts nationwide, with a special focus on maintaining cleanliness in the capital city...
President Donald Trump has enacted a bold executive order aimed at safeguarding American citizens from unlawful detention overseas, signaling a tough stance against nations that exploit U.S. nationals. On Friday, the U.S. Department of State announced that the executive order introduces stringent measures for entities labeled as “State Sponsors...
Italian fashion icon Giorgio Armani has died at 91, his company confirmed in an Instagram post on Thursday. His passing marks the end of an era. The Armani Group wrote: “With infinite condolences, the Armani group announces the passing of its inventor, founder and tireless engine: Giorgio Armani.” It...
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that the ongoing war with Ukraine will persist unless a diplomatic agreement is reached with Kyiv. Speaking at a press conference concluding his four-day visit to China, Putin stated, “Should negotiations with Ukraine fail, we will pursue our objectives through military means.” He expressed...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed willingness to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, provided the meeting is well-prepared and poised to yield tangible results. Speaking at a press conference in Beijing on Wednesday, following a four-day state visit to China, Putin addressed the possibility of direct talks to address...
Kremlin on Wednesday sharply criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz for branding Russian President Vladimir Putin a “war criminal” over Russia’s ongoing military actions in Ukraine. Speaking on the sidelines of Putin’s four-day state visit to Beijing, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed Merz’s remarks as inflammatory. “Chancellor Merz has recently...
A catastrophic 6.0-magnitude earthquake rocked eastern Afghanistan on Sunday night, claiming at least 1,124 lives and injuring 3,251, according to the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS). The disaster, centered in Kunar province, obliterated over 8,000 homes, leaving countless families in despair. “Rescue operations are underway, with many still trapped...
A court in Equatorial Guinea has convicted Ruslan Obiang Nsue, son of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, for the unauthorized sale of a national airline plane. According to Supreme Court press director Hilario Mitogo, the ruling on Tuesday mandates a six-year prison sentence unless Obiang Nsue compensates the state...