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Gaza Strip — One year into Israel’s war against Hamas, Gaza Strip has been reduced to a landscape of destruction. Israeli airstrikes and ground operations, which began on October 8, 2023, in retaliation for Hamas attacks day prior, have left more than 70% of Gaza’s housing, businesses, and public infrastructure damaged or destroyed. Hospitals, schools, […]
In a landmark moment for South Korean literature, Han Kang, the acclaimed author best known for her surreal and poignant novel ” Vegetarian,” was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature on Thursday. This accolade makes her first writer from South Korea to receive this prestigious honor. Announcement was made by Mats Malm,  permanent secretary of
In his most prominent public address since taking office earlier this year, Taiwan’s President William Lai reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the island’s self-governing status, sending a clear message to Beijing as tensions simmer across the Taiwan Strait. Speaking during Taiwan’s National Day celebrations in Taipei, Lai made a pointed reference to China’s claim over
In early October, Najia Malaka and her husband, Hammam, were eagerly awaiting the arrival of ir new baby. Living in Gaza City, our lives were far from easy, but I had planned for the birth of a child with a sense of hope and anticipation. The baby was due any day, and life was expected
October 10, 2024 — Israeli airstrikes killed two senior Hezbollah commanders in Lebanon on Thursday, marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and regional militant groups.  Israel Defense Forces (IDF) identified commanders as Ahmad Moustafa al-Haj Ali and Mohammad Ali Hamdan, both involved in recent missile attacks targeting north Israel. The Israeli
The death toll from a violent gang attack on the small town of Pont-Sondé in central Haiti last week has risen to 115, according to local authorities. Myriam Fièvre, mayor of the nearby city of Saint-Marc, confirmed the updated figure on Wednesday, noting that more bodies are likely to be found as searches continue in
MUMBAI, India — Tributes from across the globe poured in following the death of Ratan Tata,  former chairman of Tata Sons, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86. Widely regarded as one of India’s greatest business leaders, Tata’s influence extended far beyond the corporate world, with leaders from various sectors expressing deep
Former President Donald Trump’s alleged personal communications with Russian President Vladimir Putin have triggered new concerns about potential violations of U.S. law. As reports surface just weeks before the 2024 presidential election, questions have been raised about where Trump, as a private citizen, breached the Logan Act, which prohibits unauthorized negotiations with foreign governments in
The City of Saint-Marc in Haiti is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as more than 750 displaced people, forced to flee gang violence, are now taking refuge in churches, schools, and public plazas. This displacement follows violent attacks by the notorious Gran Grif gang, which has been expanding its influence into nearby communities, including Pont-Sondé,
On Tuesday, Hezbollah executed its most significant rocket attack on Haifa, a north Israeli port city, since the beginning of the ongoing conflict, escalating tensions between the Lebanese militant group and Israel. More than 100 rockets were launched within approximately half an hour, targeting various neighborhoods in Haifa and its surrounding suburbs. While the Iron
