Trump Allies Face Backlash for Backing H1-B Visa Expansion
Prominent Trump allies face backlash for supporting a controversial visa expansion, sparking criticism from immigration hardliners.
EU’s Common Charger Directive Marks a Milestone in Reducing E-Waste
The EU's Common Charger Directive, effective from 28 December 2024, mandates USB-C ports for all small and medium-sized portable electronic devices, significantly reducing e-waste and improving consumer convenience.
Israel Violates Lebanon Ceasefire Over 300 Times Within First Month
Despite a ceasefire agreement, Israel continues to violate Lebanese territory, undermining peace efforts and escalating tensions with Hezbollah and the Lebanese Army.
U.S. Forces Retraction of Gaza Famine Report to Shield Israel
The U.S. pressured a global famine monitoring group to retract its report warning of an imminent famine in Gaza, citing inaccuracies and aiming to protect Israel from international condemnation.
World’s biggest hydropower dam approved by China
China approves world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo, raising concerns over displacement, environment, and geopolitics.
Germany set for snap election in February
Germany calls a snap election for February 23 after Scholz's coalition collapse, focusing on immigration, economy, and Ukraine.
Khan Academy introduces AI learning tool in Pakistan
Khan Academy Pakistan launches Khanmigo, an AI tool offering personalized, localized education to address key educational challenges.
Bird flu mutations detected in U.S. and Canada
Rare H5N1 mutations found in U.S. and Canada raise concerns, but experts say the risk of widespread transmission remains low.
NASA Probe makes historic approach to the Sun
The Parker Solar Probe has completed 21 orbits of the Sun since its launch, using flybys of Venus to adjust its trajectory.
The Woman Who Survived a Decade of Rape and Abuse by 83 Men, Including Her Husband
Gisèle Pelicot’s extraordinary courage in confronting unimaginable betrayal and leading a public fight against sexual violence has inspired global change.
Pakistan government, opposition begin talks to defuse political tension
1st meeting of representatives from ruling alliance, opposition Tehreek-e-Insaf held in capital Islamabad
Former Indian PM and architect of economic reforms dies
Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92