Millions of fish found dead in Australian river

According to government officials, a large number of fish have perished in an Australian river as a result of critically low oxygen levels in the water resulting from the receding flood waters. The agency reported that the majority of the deceased fish, which included bony herring, murray cod, golden perch, silver perch, and carp, were discovered in an “ongoing” incident in the vicinity of Menindee, … Continue reading Millions of fish found dead in Australian river

Slovakia giving fighter jets to Ukraine

The Prime Minister of Slovakia, Eduard Heger, has declared that his nation will provide Ukraine with 13 decommissioned Mikoyan MiG-29 fighter jets, in a show of support for the country’s efforts to resist the Russian invasion. “Promises must be kept,” Heger said in a tweet on Friday, adding that Slovakia’s military aid was designed to help Ukraine defend itself and “entire Europe against Russia,” the … Continue reading Slovakia giving fighter jets to Ukraine

Australian surfs for 40 hours to smash world record

On Friday, Australian surfer Blake Johnston shattered the world record for the longest surfing session by riding hundreds of waves for 40 grueling hours, while also maneuvering past hordes of jellyfish. After surpassing the previous record of 30 hours and 11 minutes held by South African Josh Enslin, the 40-year-old former professional surfer Blake Johnston broke down in tears, France 24 reported. Johnston received an … Continue reading Australian surfs for 40 hours to smash world record

AP: Protests erupt in France over Macron’s retirement age push

On Friday, agitated demonstrators commandeered the streets of Paris, aiming to coerce legislators into toppling the government of French President Emmanuel Macron and thwarting his unpopular proposal to raise the retirement age without a vote in the National Assembly, the Associated Press reported. One day following Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne’s utilization of a unique constitutional authority to sidestep a vote in the tumultuous lower house, … Continue reading AP: Protests erupt in France over Macron’s retirement age push

Israeli president warns of civil war as Netanyahu rejects judicial compromise

Israel’s President, Isaac Herzog, had proposed a compromise on contentious legislative modifications, which has been dismissed by the ruling coalition. This has brought an abrupt halt to the expectation that the political crisis in the country can be swiftly resolved. During a televised speech to the nation on Wednesday night, Herzog disclosed what he referred to as “the people’s directive.” This directive was intended to … Continue reading Israeli president warns of civil war as Netanyahu rejects judicial compromise

Russian agencies report one fatality in explosion at FSB center in Russia

Officials cited by Russian news agencies have reported that a blast and fire at a building belonging to Russia’s FSB security service in the southern city of Rostov-on-Don have resulted in at least one fatality and two injuries. On Thursday, Reuters recorded footage of thick black smoke rising into the sky close to residential buildings and a shopping center in Rostov. The city is the … Continue reading Russian agencies report one fatality in explosion at FSB center in Russia

Pentagon releases video from Russian fighter jet crash with drone

The US military has made public footage that shows part of the encounter between two Russian fighter pilots and a US drone on Tuesday, which resulted in the drone being forced to land. A video that was recently declassified and released early on Thursday by US European Command shows crucial moments from the midair incident that led to the U.S. Air Force MQ-9 drone being … Continue reading Pentagon releases video from Russian fighter jet crash with drone

Another 2,000 gang members land in El Salvador mega-prison

On Wednesday, the government of El Salvador transferred 2,000 additional suspects to a newly constructed, vast prison designed specifically for gang members, with the justice minister affirming that “they will never return” to the streets. This firm statement was made as President Nayib Bukele’s administration requested yet another extension of anti-gang emergency measures, extending the crackdown into its 13th month, the Associated Press reported. During … Continue reading Another 2,000 gang members land in El Salvador mega-prison

Poland to send four fighter jets to Ukraine ‘in coming days’

Poland is set to dispatch four Mig fighter jets of Soviet-era vintage to Ukraine, marking the first instance of a Nato country sending planes to the conflict zone since Russia’s invasion last year. According to Polish President Andrzej Duda, the fighter jets will be dispatched in the next few days, while additional planes will be delivered in the future, BBC reported. While the additional fighter … Continue reading Poland to send four fighter jets to Ukraine ‘in coming days’

Politico: Chinese companies are shipping rifles, body armor to Russia

According to trade and customs data obtained by POLITICO, Chinese firms, including one linked to the Beijing government, have shipped 1,000 assault rifles and various other items with potential military applications, such as drone components and body armor, to Russian entities. Customs data aggregator ImportGenius has provided data indicating that the shipments occurred between June and December 2022. China North Industries Group Corporation Limited, which … Continue reading Politico: Chinese companies are shipping rifles, body armor to Russia

WSJ: U.S. to Keep Flying Drones, Undeterred by ‘Reckless’ Russian Jets

The United States vowed to persist with its aerial surveillance operations in international airspace and condemned the actions of Russian fighter pilots who collided with an American drone, prompting concerns about the possibility of increased tensions between Washington and Moscow regarding Ukraine. In addition, it aimed to convey its displeasure with Russia. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Army General Mark Milley, the Chairman of … Continue reading WSJ: U.S. to Keep Flying Drones, Undeterred by ‘Reckless’ Russian Jets

Garbage Mounts in Odorous Last Stand Against France’s Pension Reform

Mountains of food waste stacked within sight of the Eiffel Tower. Narrow cobblestone roads flanked by overflowing garbage containers. The Seine riverbank bordered by piles of rubbish. In various French cities, sanitation workers have been on strike for over a week in objection to President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal to raise the age for receiving a government pension for most employees from 62 to 64, DNYUZ … Continue reading Garbage Mounts in Odorous Last Stand Against France’s Pension Reform

Russia cautions U.S. to halt “hostile” flights following drone crash in Black Sea

Following the dramatic incident involving an American drone over the Black Sea, Russia has issued a warning to the United States to discontinue any “hostile” actions near its border. On Wednesday, Ukraine stated that the recent incident – which marks the first documented face-to-face clash between the two major powers since the war began last year – demonstrates the Kremlin’s intent to escalate the conflict, … Continue reading Russia cautions U.S. to halt “hostile” flights following drone crash in Black Sea

American spy stabbed by alleged terrorist in UK

It can now be revealed that an American spy, who was working on secondment with GCHQ, was stabbed by an alleged terrorist just three miles away from the headquarters, this is according to an exclusive article that was published by the Daily Mail. According to the police, a knifeman targeted a woman employed by US intelligence in an alleged terrorist attack outside a leisure center … Continue reading American spy stabbed by alleged terrorist in UK

Russian fighter jet collides with US surveillance drone

In international airspace over the Black Sea, a Russian fighter jet has collided with a US ‘Reaper’ drone, Metro reported. According to a statement by the US military, a Russian aircraft intercepted and struck the drone, resulting in its destruction. John Kirby, the national security spokesman for the White House, stated that Joe Biden has been informed about the incident and has denounced it as … Continue reading Russian fighter jet collides with US surveillance drone

Middle Eastern Islamic council declares ‘fatwa’ against Hamas

An Islamic legislative body in the Arab world made a historic decision on Thursday by issuing a “fatwa,” which is a legal opinion, against the Islamist militant group Hamas. The ruling described Hamas’ treatment of the millions of Palestinians residing under its rule in the Gaza Strip as “inhumane.” It urged the terrorist organization and its supporters to lay down their arms, come to the … Continue reading Middle Eastern Islamic council declares ‘fatwa’ against Hamas

Iran announces deal to purchase Russian fighter jets

According to state media reports, Iran has completed negotiations to procure Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets from Russia, indicating a strengthening of defense collaboration between the two nations. Iran’s air force, impacted by economic sanctions, possesses an outdated fleet of planes and has encountered difficulties in obtaining replacement components to maintain its military aircraft, as reported by Breitbart News. In a communication to the United Nations, … Continue reading Iran announces deal to purchase Russian fighter jets

Italy predicts up to 680,000 migrants could cross the sea from Libya

According to a lawmaker from Premier Giorgia Meloni’s far-right party, intelligence reports suggest that almost 700,000 migrants are present in Libya, waiting for an opportunity to embark on a sea journey towards Italy. However, a UN migration official has dismissed this figure, claiming it to be unreliable. In an interview with Tgcom24, Tommaso Foti, who serves as the lower parliamentary house whip for the Brothers … Continue reading Italy predicts up to 680,000 migrants could cross the sea from Libya

Suspected extremists kill at least 19 people in Congo

Authorities reported on Sunday that rebels in eastern Congo had killed a minimum of 19 individuals and set ablaze a health center and several houses. Carly Nzanzu, the ex-governor of North Kivu province, stated in an interview with state media that armed individuals, believed to be members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militia that has connections to the Islamic State group, assaulted civilians in … Continue reading Suspected extremists kill at least 19 people in Congo

North Korea launches missiles from sub as US and S. Korea hold drills

On Monday, the South Korean and U.S. armed forces commenced their most extensive joint military maneuvers in years, while North Korea claimed to have conducted a trial of submarine-launched cruise missiles in what seems to be a demonstration against the exercises that it perceives as a mock invasion. The missile tests carried out by North Korea on Sunday suggest that the nation is inclined to … Continue reading North Korea launches missiles from sub as US and S. Korea hold drills

Power Supply Restored as Ukraine Recovers from Russian Barrage

Officials reported on Friday that the majority of power supply in Ukraine’s capital has been restored, following the country’s prompt and resolute response to the recent Russian missile and drone attack aimed at crucial infrastructure. As has been the case since early October, the Russian military employed a well-known tactic on Thursday, launching attacks on Ukraine from a distance, while the ground battles in the … Continue reading Power Supply Restored as Ukraine Recovers from Russian Barrage

Arch-rivals Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to revive ties

Iran and Saudi Arabia, who have been regional adversaries for a long time, have declared their intention to restore diplomatic ties and re-establish embassies in each other’s countries after negotiations led by China in Beijing. Both governments made the announcement through their respective state media agencies. “As a result of the talks, Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed to resume diplomatic relations and re-open embassies … … Continue reading Arch-rivals Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to revive ties

Hours after West Bank raid, three injured in Tel Aviv shooting incident

Late on Thursday, a Palestinian gunman fired on a bustling street in central Tel Aviv, injuring three people before being shot and killed, according to Israeli authorities. The shooting followed an Israeli military operation in the occupied West Bank earlier in the day that resulted in the deaths of three Palestinian militants, the Associated Press reported. These events are the most recent instances of the … Continue reading Hours after West Bank raid, three injured in Tel Aviv shooting incident

3 Greek rail officials accused of involvement in fatal train crash that killed 57 are charged

As demonstrations persisted and the government pledged to revamp rail safety, three additional Greek rail officials were charged on Thursday in connection with a train accident that resulted in the deaths of 57 individuals. According to a senior official involved in the investigation who spoke to the Associated Press on the condition of anonymity due to judicial policy, two station managers and a supervisor were … Continue reading 3 Greek rail officials accused of involvement in fatal train crash that killed 57 are charged

Massive protests prompt Georgia to repeal foreign agents law

On Thursday, Georgia’s ruling party announced that it would retract proposed legislation that had the potential to stifle dissent and limit media freedom, which had drawn criticism from opponents and resulted in tens of thousands of protesters swarming the capital. Many had expressed concerns that the proposed law would introduce Russian-style repression in the country, the Associated Press reported. The proposed legislation would have mandated … Continue reading Massive protests prompt Georgia to repeal foreign agents law