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Footage Raises Questions Over Israeli Claim of Self-Defense in Gaza Medic Deaths
A video has emerged showing the final moments of over a dozen Palestinian emergency workers shot dead by Israeli troops in Gaza last month. The footage appears to contradict the Israeli military's claim that the vehicles were moving suspiciously without lights, as the video shows a convoy of clearly marked ambulances with headlights and flashing emergency lights on. Read the full story here
Frosty Fallout: Iranian Leader Axes Deputy Over Opulent Odyssey to Antarctica
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has fired his deputy, Shahram Dabiri, for taking a lavish trip to Antarctica with his wife during Nowruz, the Persian new year. The president's office described the trip as unjustifiable and unacceptable given Iran's ongoing economic challenges, with an unemployment rate of 8.4% and an annual inflation rate of 29.5%. Read the full story here
Global Trade Teeters on Brink of Chaos as US Tariffs Spark Fears of Escalating Conflict
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warned that the recent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump could lead to a global trade war if other countries retaliate. PM Wong advised Singaporeans to brace themselves for more shocks ahead, as the global economy becomes increasingly unpredictable, and emphasized the importance of protecting the country's values and systems, including its meritocratic society and solidarity. Read the full story here
Elon Musk Envisions Tariff-Free Future as US and Europe Explore Zero-Barriers Trade Alliance
Elon Musk expressed his desire for the US and Europe to establish a zero-tariff free trade zone. He believes this would promote economic growth and cooperation between the two regions. The proposed free trade agreement would eliminate tariffs and other trade barriers, allowing for increased trade and investment between the US and Europe, potentially boosting economic development and job creation. Read the full story here
American Traveler Detained for Illegally Approaching Mysterious Island Tribesmen
An American tourist, Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, 24, has been arrested for attempting to contact the Sentinelese tribe on North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal. Polyakov allegedly traveled to the island, which is prohibited by Indian law, to protect the tribe from outside diseases and maintain their way of life, and has been detained by Indian police, with his phone, GoPro, and other items seized, and may face charges for his reckless actions. Read…
Deadly Blast Rocks Zelenskyy’s Hometown: 18 Lives Lost in Devastating Russian Missile Attack
A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih has resulted in the deaths of 18 people, including nine children, and injured 61 others, according to a Ukrainian official. The attack, which damaged residential buildings and a playground, has been condemned by Ukrainian and international leaders, with Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling for increased pressure on Russia to end the war and urging allies to bolster Ukraine's air defenses. Read the full story…
Death Toll Mounts: Russian Strike on Zelensky’s Hometown Leaves 19 Dead, Including 9 Innocent Children
A Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih killed at least 19 people, including nine children, and injured 72, with a baby as young as three months old among the wounded. The attack, which was carried out with a ballistic missile with a cluster warhead, damaged dozens of apartment buildings and six education institutes, and was widely condemned by European officials, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offering his condolences to the families…
Green Harvests: How Renewable Energy is Revolutionizing Farming in Africa
Africa is turning to solar-powered irrigation systems to boost agricultural productivity and food security. The World Resources Institute is supporting the integration of clean energy in the smallholder agriculture sector, aiming to enhance energy access and productivity. In Rwanda, solar-powered irrigation systems are being adopted by smallholder farmers, increasing crop yields and reducing reliance on diesel-powered generators. The initiative aims to promote sustainable agricultural practices and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with the goal of irrigating…
Nimrud Revival: Iraq Launches Ambitious Plan to Restore Ancient Assyrian Metropolis
The Iraqi government has unveiled a plan to restore the ancient city of Nimrud, a historic site dating back to the Assyrian Empire (1250–610 BCE). Heritage Minister Ahmed Fakak al-Badrani announced the discovery of 35,000 archaeological artifacts to undergo advanced restoration. The city, located 360 km north of Baghdad, suffered extensive destruction in 2015 at the hands of the Islamic State (ISIS), but the Iraqi government is now working to rebuild and recover its lost…
US Orders Abrupt Departure for Ukrainian Refugees, Then Quickly Retracts Amid Chaos
The Trump administration sent emails to some Ukrainian refugees stating their legal status was being revoked and they needed to leave the US immediately. However, the administration later said the message was sent in error and the Uniting for Ukraine program has not been terminated. A second email was sent to recipients retracting the initial notice, informing them that no action will be taken regarding their parole status. The number of Ukrainians who received the…