New York— A harrowing report from UN Women and the UN Office on Drugs and Crime has identified the home as the most perilous place for women and girls globally, with intimate partners and family members responsible for a devastating number of murders each year. The report, released on the International Day for the Elimination […]
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In a dramatic escalation of Pakistan’s political tensions, supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan rallied toward Islamabad over the weekend, demanding his release from prison and the resignation of the current government. These developments, marked by violent clashes, numerous arrests, and an unprecedented security lockdown in the capital, underscore the deepening divisions within the […]
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The bodies of at least eight people, including six children, have been recovered after a migrant boat sank off the Greek island of Samos, the coastguard has said. Around 40 people were rescued by authorities during an operation in the Aegean Sea involving aircraft and vessels, authorities said. Strong winds have been complicating rescue efforts. […]
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In Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal district, violent clashes erupted following a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, leaving three dead and over a dozen injured, including 16 police officers. The conflict was triggered by allegations from Hindu plaintiffs claiming the 16th-century mosque was built atop a demolished Hindu temple. The survey, initiated on November 20, […]
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Iran’s leadership has signaled an imminent response to Israel’s recent military strikes, with top officials and allies in the region issuing stern warnings. On November 22, Ali Larijani, a senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, emphasized that military and government authorities are finalizing plans to address what Tehran views as “Israeli aggression.” The […]
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Austria’s Freedom Party (FPÖ) has clinched a historic victory in Styria’s regional elections, seizing 34.8% of the vote and ending decades of dominance by traditional parties. This is the FPÖ’s third consecutive electoral win under Mario Kunasek’s leadership, further bolstering their national momentum. The ruling Austrian People’s Party (ÖVP) suffered a steep decline to 26.8%, […]
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A huge explosion is heard in central Israel as Hezbollah launches 200 drones and rockets with the Lebanese group vowing “a blow in the heart of Beirut equals a blow in Tel Aviv”. Israel tanks and troops are forced to retreat from a strategic hilltop position in southern Lebanon’s al-Bayada area as Hezbollah pounds it […]
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Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung concluded a strategic European visit, emphasizing economic and defense cooperation. Lin met with European Parliament members and advanced Taiwan-Lithuania partnerships by signing drone technology agreements, bolstering Taiwan’s defense capabilities amid rising tensions with China. The trip also targeted economic diversification, expanding ties beyond semiconductors to include drone development. Lithuania, central […]
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Islamabad is under a virtual lockdown as thousands of Imran Khan’s supporters march towards the capital, demanding his release. Authorities have fortified key routes with shipping containers, sealed highways, and deployed heavily armed police and paramilitary units. Mobile and internet services remain suspended in sensitive areas. Convoys led by PTI leaders, including Ali Amin Gandapur, […]
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President-elect Donald Trump’s push for large-scale deportations of undocumented immigrants could significantly harm the U.S. economy, experts warn. Industries like agriculture, construction, and hospitality, which heavily rely on undocumented workers, face potential labor shortages. Deporting millions of undocumented workers could shrink the workforce by up to 5% and slow GDP growth, with a projected reduction […]
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