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A devastating fire at the Maharani Lakshmibai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, claimed the lives of 10 newborns late Friday night. Officials rescued 39 infants from the blaze, reportedly caused by a faulty oxygen machine. The fire erupted at around 10:30 PM in the hospital’s neonatal unit, located 450 kilometers from New Delhi. Charred …
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Super Typhoon Man-yi has made a destructive landfall in the Philippines, unleashing catastrophic winds, towering waves, and torrential rain. The storm, packing sustained winds of 195 km/h (121 mph), hit Catanduanes island late Saturday, threatening the central and northern regions with life-threatening impacts. Authorities have implemented large-scale evacuations, with over 180,000 people relocated to safety. …
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The leaders of the United States, South Korea, and Japan have united to condemn the escalating Russia-North Korea military alliance, warning of its global security implications. Meeting on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Lima, Peru, U.S. President Joe Biden, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba called this alliance …
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Florida: US President-elect Donald Trump vowed to work tirelessly to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict during a gala event at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Florida on Thursday. Speaking at the America First Policy Institute’s event, Trump stated that the ongoing war needed to come to an end, expressing concern over the rising death toll. “We’re going to …
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Billionaire Elon Musk, a close adviser to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, met with Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, on Monday, according to The New York Times. The meeting aimed to explore ways to ease tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The meeting, which lasted over an hour, took place at a …
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Antony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, spoke with Israel’s newly appointed Foreign Minister, Gideon Saar, marking their first official conversation. In Thursday’s call, Blinken congratulated Saar on his new role, emphasizing the significance of US-Israel relations amidst ongoing regional challenges. Saar assumed office on November 5 after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu replaced Israel …
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King Charles celebrates his 76th birthday, navigating his role as monarch while managing health challenges, including a recent cancer diagnosis. Despite medical advice to rest, the King is reportedly motivated to resume his duties, finding a renewed purpose in his role. Finding Strength in Duty Royal insiders reveal Charles’s frustration with the need to slow …
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In Sri Lanka’s 2024 parliamentary elections, significant changes are at stake as President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a Marxist-leaning leader, seeks a supportive parliament to realize his reformist agenda. Following Sri Lanka’s economic collapse in 2022, the public’s demand for change has risen. Dissanayake’s National People’s Power (NPP) party is at the forefront, appealing to voters …
As air pollution intensifies, New Delhi has closed all primary schools, moved classes online, and banned non-essential construction. In a city where winter smog severely impacts public health, officials are intensifying measures to reduce exposure. Toxic air, worsened by PM2.5 particles, has blanketed northern India, including landmarks like the Taj Mahal, with visibility near zero. …
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President-elect Donald Trump and President Joe Biden met at the White House on Wednesday. This was their first meeting since Trump reclaimed the presidency in last week’s election. Both men promised a smooth transfer of power in January, despite their long history as rivals. The two leaders sat side by side in the Oval Office, …
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At the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, President Ilham Aliyev sharply criticized France, accusing it of colonial injustices in New Caledonia. Aliyev’s remarks led French Ecology Minister Agnes Pannier-Runacher to withdraw from the summit, calling his statements “unacceptable.” Aliyev accused France of human rights abuses, referencing recent protests in New Caledonia, and denounced French …
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In a significant shift in Senate Republican leadership, South Dakota’s John Thune was elected Senate GOP leader on Wednesday. Thune replaces Mitch McConnell, who stepped down after 17 years as the longest-serving Senate leader. Thune, previously the Senate Republican Whip, secured the leadership with 29 votes in the second round against Senator John Cornyn of …
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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to co-lead a new Department of Government Efficiency. Announced on Tuesday, this department aims to streamline government operations and curb bureaucratic waste. Trump said that Musk and Ramaswamy would focus on “dismantling bureaucracy, slashing regulations, and restructuring federal agencies.” This new …
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A U.S. federal jury has ordered Virginia-based defense contractor CACI to pay $42 million in damages to three Iraqi men tortured at Abu Ghraib prison. The verdict ends a 15-year legal fight, holding CACI liable for the abusive actions that took place at the infamous Iraqi prison, where its employees worked as civilian contractors. …
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The sunken WWII destroyer, USS Edsall, has been located over eight decades after it was lost to Japanese forces in the Indian Ocean. The Royal Australian Navy’s discovery was announced on November 11, aligning with Veteran’s Day and Remembrance Day. The shipwreck, resting at the ocean’s bottom, serves as a powerful reminder of sacrifice for …
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Haiti’s critical Toussaint Louverture International Airport faces closure after gunfire from gang-related violence struck two US commercial planes, hitting a Spirit Airlines and a JetBlue flight. With the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) banning US flights to Haiti for 30 days, the country risks becoming isolated from international travel. The FAA cited concerns over passenger …
Saudi military chief, Fayyad al-Ruwaili, arrived in Tehran on Sunday for talks with Iranian leaders. The visit marks a significant step in the thawing relations between the two nations, following their agreement to restore diplomatic ties last year. Al-Ruwaili, the chief of staff of the Saudi armed forces, met with General Mohammad Bagheri, Iran’s military …
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Donald Trump, who won the US presidential election last week, has already urged Russian President Vladimir Putin not to escalate the war in Ukraine. According to The Washington Post, the two leaders held a phone conversation on Thursday, which reportedly included a discussion on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump used the call to …
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Archbishop Justin Welby, the top cleric in the Church of England, faces growing calls to resign. The pressure follows accusations that he failed to act against John Smyth, a known child abuser. A report released on November 7 reveals details of the abuse. It claims the Church covered up Smyth’s actions for decades. It also …
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Derrick Evans, a former West Virginia lawmaker, is among those hoping for a pardon from President-elect Donald Trump following his conviction for participating in the January 6th Capitol riot. Evans, who pleaded guilty to civil disorder and spent three months in federal prison in 2022, believes a pardon would be “life changing.” He was part …
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a significant military operation in Russia’s Kursk region. He stated that Ukrainian forces are now engaging and holding down approximately 50,000 Russian troops. This operation, according to Zelensky, aims to reduce Moscow’s capacity to launch attacks within Ukraine’s borders. In his daily address, Zelensky emphasized the purpose of this ongoing …
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As COP29 unfolds in Baku, Azerbaijan, global leaders are focusing on strategies to tackle the escalating climate crisis. Hosted in a region heavily reliant on fossil fuels, the event has drawn criticism from activists like Greta Thunberg, who labeled it a “greenwash conference.” Despite these critiques, pressing issues are on the agenda, with “climate finance” …
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Elon Musk, a prominent backer of Donald Trump, is shaping up to be an influential figure in Trump’s presidential transition efforts. Since the election, Elon Musk has regularly visited Mar-a-Lago, reportedly advising on critical appointments and policies that align with his vision for government downsizing. Musk’s active involvement highlights his commitment to impacting the political …
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