The UK led international calls Tuesday for a swift end to the devastating war in Sudan, hosting a gathering of world officials with fresh pledges of humanitarian aid as the conflict which has cost thousands of lives entered its third year. France also announced an extra 50 million euros in humanitarian aid this year.

The Maldives government has officially banned Israeli citizens from entering the country, citing Israel's actions in Gaza as "atrocities and ongoing acts of genocide." This decision follows a unanimous vote in the Maldives parliament.

Somalia on Tuesday launched voter registration in the capital Mogadishu for the first time in over 50 years, a step towards universal suffrage ahead of presidential elections scheduled for 2026 in the volatile nation. The east African country is due to hold local elections in June, using the one-person one-vote model, ahead of presidential polls that have ...

Amidst escalating tensions, a second U.S. aircraft carrier, the USS Carl Vinson, has entered Mideast waters as the US and Iran prepare for further nuclear talks. Concurrently, suspected US airstrikes targeted Houthi rebels in Yemen. While Iran shows cautious optimism regarding the talks, the US seeks verifiable limits on Iran's uranium enrichment, ...

More than 10 percent of the Afghan population could be deprived of healthcare by the end of the year due to the termination of US aid, the World Health Organization warned Tuesday. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) this month urged international donors to continue supporting the 22.9 million Afghans in need of aid this year.

South Korea's military faces a leadership crisis after political turmoil. A former officer cites disrespect from politicians and public criticism after the martial law declaration. He points to unrealistic training standards and accidents. Experts worry about politicization and betrayal of junior soldiers. Despite challenges, faith remains in the frontline ...

Bloach rebels hijacked Pakistan's Jaffar Express last month. They used US weapons. These weapons were left in Afghanistan in 2021. The BLA attacked the train in Balochistan. The train was traveling to Peshawar. Security forces launched a rescue operation. Twenty-one passengers died in the attack. The terrorists contacted supporters in Afghanistan. ...

In a shocking revelation, US-made weapons were used in the Jaffar Express attack in Balochistan, according to a Washington Post report. The assault on the Peshawar-bound train, carrying 440 passengers, resulted in numerous hostages and a two-day security operation. An M4A1 carbine rifle, traced back to US forces in Afghanistan, was among the recovered ...

Amid trade tensions with the US, China has reportedly instructed its airlines to halt further Boeing aircraft deliveries and U.S. parts purchases following retaliatory tariffs. This move puts Boeing in a precarious position within a crucial market, where China is projected to represent 20% of global aircraft demand.

China on Tuesday rejected what it called "manipulation and hype" around two of its nationals captured in Ukraine after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Moscow of dragging Beijing into its invasion. Beijing urged "relevant parties to accurately understand China's objective and impartial stance, and to refrain from political manipulation and ...

Senior international officials gather in London on Tuesday aiming to chart a pathway to peace for Sudan on the second anniversary of its brutal civil conflict, but without the presence of the warring parties. French foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot pledged 50 million euros in aid, underlining the aims of the conference to mobilise the international ...

Katy Perry journeyed to space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard, marking its 11th human spaceflight and first all-female crewed mission. The pop star, along with Gayle King and others, experienced weightlessness and crossed the Krmn line. Perry described the emotional trip as second only to motherhood, expressing gratitude for the experience and her return ...

Jack Dorsey and Elon Musk advocate abolishing IP laws, sparking debate amid AI copyright concerns. Publishers are criticising AI's use of copyrighted material, leading to lawsuits against AI companies for unauthorised content access. While AI companies argue that limiting data access hinders innovation, courts are taking a tougher stance on AI-generated ...

Chinese authorities have accused three US National Security Agency (NSA) agents of orchestrating cyberattacks on critical infrastructure during the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin. The alleged operatives, reportedly from the NSA's Office of Tailored Access Operations, targeted systems for information release, entry-exit management, and card payments.

A recent study challenges the notion of 'digital dementia,' finding that technology use among older adults is linked to a lower risk of cognitive decline. Analyzing data from over 411,000 adults, researchers discovered that using computers, smartphones, and the internet may offer cognitive benefits comparable to physical activity or maintaining healthy ...

The number of Japanese nationals living in the country saw a record year-on-year fall of 898,000 people to 120.3 million as of October 2024, official data showed Monday. It was the largest fall on record for Japanese nationals since the government began collecting comparable data in 1950, according to the internal affairs ministry.

Global diplomats and aid officials convene in London to address Sudan's escalating humanitarian crisis, stemming from a two-year conflict. The war has displaced millions and triggered famine. Hosted by several nations and organizations, the conference aims to provide relief, focusing on aid delivery. Despite the severity, neither the Sudanese government nor ...

Hamas has proposed releasing all Israeli hostages in exchange for a comprehensive prisoner swap, the end of the Gaza war, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces. A senior Hamas official blamed Israel for obstructing ceasefire progress. Efforts to establish a new truce have stalled due to disagreements over the number of hostages to be released, while Hamas ...

Former Malaysian prime minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, who promised reforms after taking over from his iron-fisted predecessor Mahathir Mohamad but was criticised for lacklustre leadership, has died, his family said. Affectionately known as "Pak Lah" or Uncle Lah, Abdullah became prime minister in 2003, succeeding Mahathir, the sharp-tongued authoritarian ...

Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule soared to space. It carried an all-women crew, including Katy Perry and others. The sub-orbital flight reached over 100 kilometers. The crew experienced weightlessness before a smooth landing in West Texas. This mission marks a milestone for women in space exploration. The capsule soared at three times the speed of sound.

Katy Perry joined an all-female Blue Origin spaceflight. Space tourism remains expensive. Blue Origin requests a $150,000 deposit. Seats have cost millions. Celebrities sometimes fly free. Virgin Galactic seats cost around $450,000. A SpaceX civilian mission cost $220 million. Space travel is currently for the wealthy. More private companies may lower costs ...

Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty to new federal sex trafficking and prostitution charges, as prosecutors expand the racketeering case against him. Accused of abusing and coercing women for two decades, Combs faces five criminal counts. The trial is set for May 5, but a delay is possible due to new evidence. Combs has been incarcerated since September ...

During a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in Southern California, a herd of African elephants at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park displayed remarkable protective behavior. Instinctively, the matriarchs, Ndlula, Umngani, and Khosi, formed a tight defensive huddle around the calves, Zuli and Mkhaya, as the ground trembled.

Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, was detained by ICE agents in March over alleged antisemitism. Ozturk describes the detention facility as inhumane, citing unsanitary conditions, inadequate medical care, and mistreatment, including a nurse forcibly removing her hijab. While the department of homeland Security claims she ...

Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University activist, was detained by immigration agents during his citizenship interview in Vermont. His arrest followed his vocal participation in anti-Israel protests, raising concerns about politically motivated targeting.