Orthodox Christians around the World celebrate Christmas
Over 200m Orthodox Christians around the World are celebrating Christmas today following the Julian calendar. People are holding ceremonies throughout the World to commemorate Christ’s birthday. Unlike other Christian denominations that follow the Gregorian calendar, Orthodox Christians follow the Julian calendar where Christmas falls on January 07. The majority of… Continue reading Orthodox Christians around the World celebrate Christmas
Russian strike kills 11 in Ukraine
A Russian missile strike has killed at least 11 people, including five children in Pokrovsk, Ukraine, according to reports coming from the region. The alleged Russian attack comes on Orthodox Christmas Eve. Eight people were also injured in the attack and are being treated. Pokrovsk was a town of just… Continue reading Russian strike kills 11 in Ukraine
Israel assassinates senior Hamas leader Saleh al-Arouri in Beirut
Israel has allegedly assassinated senior Hamas leader, Saleh al-Arouri, in a drone strike in Beirut, Lebanon. An explosion was reported in Beirut’s Dahiyeh neighborhood that is known for its support for Hamas-ally Hezbollah. Local Lebanese media claimed it was an Israeli drone strike that targeted a Hamas office. Initial reports… Continue reading Israel assassinates senior Hamas leader Saleh al-Arouri in Beirut
All 379 people survive Japan Airlines crash; 5 coastguards dead
Update: Original: All 379 passengers and crew onboard the Japan Airlines flight that collided with a coastguard plane have survived, according to the Airline. Five coastguard members however, have died in the crash, with only the captain surviving with severe injuries. The coastguard plane was on its way to deliver… Continue reading All 379 people survive Japan Airlines crash; 5 coastguards dead
Israel Supreme Court throws out Judicial reforms
In an 8-7 verdict, the Israel Supreme Court has thrown out the Netanyahu government’s controversial Judicial reforms that sparked nationwide protests last year. The law would have clipped the Supreme Court’s powers of striking down government decisions. Critics of the Netanyahu government and the law are ecstatic even at the… Continue reading Israel Supreme Court throws out Judicial reforms
The US should abandon Ukraine and Nato after Macron comments
The US should just abandon Ukraine and Nato after the comments made by French President Emmanuel Macron after his China visit. The French President said Europe should not be caught in “crises that are not ours” and that France is an ally of the US not a “vassal.” With that… Continue reading The US should abandon Ukraine and Nato after Macron comments
Death toll from Turkey-Syria earthquakes reaches 22,000
The death toll from Monday’s deadly earthquakes that hit Turkey and Syria has reached 22,000. Over 18,800 people have died in Turkey as per local reports and over 3,200 deaths have been reported in bordering Syria. Rescue efforts have been underway since Monday but Turkish President Erdogan has admitted his… Continue reading Death toll from Turkey-Syria earthquakes reaches 22,000
Taliban’s Ban on Women’s Higher Education in Afghanistan
The Taliban have banned women from Afghan universities. “You all are informed to implement the mentioned order of suspending education of females until further notice,” said the minister for higher education, Neda Mohammad Nadeem, in a letter issued to all government and private sector universities. The Taliban’s rule in Afghanistan… Continue reading Taliban’s Ban on Women’s Higher Education in Afghanistan
India bridge collapse kills 141
A hundred-year old pedestrian bridge that collapsed in India’s Gujarat state has killed 141 people with many still missing, according to officials. The 754ft bridge on the Machchu river, built during the British Raj, failed to withstand the weight of the massive crowd that gathered to celebrate Diwali. The pedestrian… Continue reading India bridge collapse kills 141
Seoul Halloween crush takes 151 lives
Seoul Halloween crush has taken 151 lives, and injured over 80 people among a large crowd of 100,000 people celebrating Halloween. South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has announced a period of national grief after Saturday’s tragic incident left over 150 people dead. Over 335 missing reports have been filed and… Continue reading Seoul Halloween crush takes 151 lives
