Early Saturday morning, a bus carrying 45 passengers collided with a truck, resulting in a fire and the deaths of over 30 people, according to the Fire Department.Following the recovery of all victims from a major highway near Teofilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, the state's Fire Department confirmed 38 fatalities, including…
The U.S. military confirmed airstrikes in Yemen targeting a Houthi rebel missile storage facility and command center. These strikes, announced by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) on Saturday, aimed to weaken Houthi operations.CENTCOM stated that the strikes were designed to counter Houthi attacks against U.S. naval vessels and merchant ships in…
Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced Friday that the government has agreed to a new "no find, no fee" arrangement with Ocean Infinity, a Texas-based marine robotics company, to resume the search for flight MH370. The Cabinet approved the proposal last week.The search will focus on a new 15,000-square-kilometer area…
Israeli officials reported that a projectile fired from Yemen landed in Tel Aviv early Saturday, causing minor injuries to sixteen individuals.Following air raid sirens in central Israel, the Israeli military confirmed that a projectile launched from Yemen had been detected, but interception efforts were unsuccessful.The military's Telegram post stated: "Following…
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces imminent removal from office early next year after a key ally declared his intention to trigger a no-confidence vote and subsequent election.Jagmeet Singh, whose party has been supporting Trudeau's minority government, announced he will formally table a no-confidence motion upon the House of Commons'…
Chaos erupted at a Magdeburg Christmas market Friday when a car plowed into a crowd, prompting a suspected terrorist investigation.A local rescue service spokesperson, as cited by AFP, reported between 60 and 80 injuries. Officials are investigating.Several injuries are critical; reports from German public broadcaster MDR indicate at least two…
A 19-year-old former student attacked Precko Elementary School in Zagreb, Croatia on Friday morning, resulting in the death of a 7-year-old student and injuries to three other children and a teacher. The attack occurred at approximately 9:50 a.m.Authorities apprehended the attacker, who also inflicted self-harm, preventing a suicide attempt. The…
Singapore's annual Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay celebrates its 11th year with spectacular light installations.Among the many dazzling displays, the Spalliera light installation is particularly impressive, extending 20 meters (over 65 feet) into the sky.Inspired by Italy's Orvieto Cathedral, this year's Spalliera features a new design illuminated by…
Iran continues its pursuit of nuclear weapons, not only accumulating near-weapons-grade enriched uranium but also expanding its covert weaponization efforts.Information from sources within the Iranian regime, provided to the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), suggests renewed efforts to develop nuclear detonation capabilities.The NCRI identifies METFAZ (Center for Research…
A U.S. delegation, including Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs Roger Carstens, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf, and Senior Adviser Daniel Rubinstein, is in Damascus for the first time in over a decade. Their primary goals include gathering information on missing American citizens and engaging with…
The Department of Defense has revealed that the number of US troops deployed in Syria is actually 2,000, significantly more than the previously reported figure of approximately 900.Pentagon Press Secretary Brig. Gen. Ryder acknowledged the discrepancy during a Thursday press briefing, stating that the higher number reflects recently discovered information.…
Following a letter from Austin Tice's mother requesting assistance, Russian President Vladimir Putin pledged during a press conference to ask former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for help in locating the missing American journalist and veteran. While acknowledging the complexities of the situation given the 12-year-old conflict, Putin expressed his intention…
At least 13 people died when an Indian navy speedboat collided with a passenger ferry carrying more than 100 people to a popular tourist spot on Wednesday, the navy reported.According to a navy statement, 99 ferry passengers were rescued. The ferry, "Neelkamal," was en route to Elephanta Island when the…
In his annual Q&A session, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated his willingness to compromise with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on the Ukraine conflict. He asserted he had no preconditions for initiating talks with Ukrainian authorities.President-elect Trump, known for his deal-making skills, has pledged a swift resolution to the conflict, though…
The Palestinian Authority (PA) faces significant challenges in Jenin, where its ongoing operation against Iranian-backed militant groups has triggered violent clashes and deepened the divide with local communities.Mohammad Daraghmeh, Asharq News bureau chief in Ramallah, explains that Iran's funding of militants prompted the PA's crackdown, aiming to disrupt financial flows…
A French court has found 72-year-old Dominique Pelicot guilty of drugging his wife of 50 years and facilitating her rape by strangers. Judge Roger Arata of the Avignon court handed down the maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment.Pelicot confessed to years of drugging his wife, Gisèle, to enable himself and…
While the U.S. government strengthens its defenses against Chinese interference, Beijing is circumventing these efforts by leveraging the separation of powers between federal and state governments.Recent federal initiatives to counter potential Chinese threats, such as restricting investments in U.S. farmland, haven't fully addressed China's primary influence tactic.A new Foundation for…
Israeli airstrikes hit the Houthi-controlled Yemeni capital of Sanaa early Thursday, causing fires at energy facilities and the Red Sea port of Hodeida.An Israeli military statement claimed the targeted sites were used by Houthi forces for military purposes, asserting the strikes weakened the Houthi regime and prevented its use of…
During a FIBA Basketball Champions League game between Israel's Hapoel Holon and France's Nanterre 92, a disruption occurred when several protesters carrying Palestinian flags rushed onto the court, causing a disturbance among spectators.This incident took place in the third quarter of the match and provoked strong reactions from the many…
France's highest court has affirmed a lower court's guilty verdict against Nicolas Sarkozy on charges of corruption and influence peddling during his presidency.The 69-year-old Sarkozy faces a one-year prison sentence, though he's expected to request home confinement with an electronic monitoring device, an option available for sentences under two years.Both…