Ukraine planned attack on Moscow that could have triggered WW3

Earlier this year, Ukraine had planned a significant strike on the Russian capital. However, the plan was abandoned after receiving a warning from the US government. According to a leaked Pentagon report, the head of Ukraine’s military intelligence (HUR) had instructed agents to prepare for “massive strikes” using all available resources to commemorate the first anniversary of the outbreak of war on February 24th. After … Continue reading Ukraine planned attack on Moscow that could have triggered WW3

UN: India to surpass China as world’s most populous country by end of month

According to the United Nations, India will surpass China as the world’s most populous country by the end of this month. This milestone has led to discussions on whether India will be able to emulate China’s economic triumphs that have made it a significant global power and the centerpiece of the world’s economy, the Associated Press reported. This news comes as India is projecting itself … Continue reading UN: India to surpass China as world’s most populous country by end of month

On Island South of Taiwan, U.S. Prepares for Conflict With China

US troops from the Marines and Army found themselves without their MV-22 Osprey aircraft armed with Javelin and Stinger missile launchers on a rugged and blustery island located just over 100 miles south of Taiwan. They set up camp near a watermelon field. On the island’s opposite side, a Himars rocket launcher was deployed on Monday from an amphibious landing craft. This system could enable … Continue reading On Island South of Taiwan, U.S. Prepares for Conflict With China

Diplomats flee Sudan fighting as citizens struggle to escape

As rival generals continued to clash for a ninth consecutive day with no indication of a truce that had been declared for a major Muslim holiday, foreign governments evacuated their diplomats, staff, and other personnel from Sudan on Sunday. While nations such as the U.S. and Britain airlifted their diplomats from Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, local citizens sought to escape the turmoil. Despite the … Continue reading Diplomats flee Sudan fighting as citizens struggle to escape

Bandits steal two tons of gold from Toronto Airport

Thieves executed an audacious heist reminiscent of the movie Ocean’s 11, stealing a container filled with bullion worth a staggering £12 million from Canada’s busiest airport on Monday. Canadian authorities are now working to recover the stolen gold. The daring heist that took place at Toronto Pearson International Airport is being compared to a Hollywood movie, and is one of the boldest thefts in the … Continue reading Bandits steal two tons of gold from Toronto Airport

Global Militaries Converge on Sudan as Violence Escalates

The conflict in Sudan between General Mohammad Fattah al-Burhan’s Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and General Mohamed Mamdan Dagalo’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has escalated, with tens of thousands of fighters involved in the battle for control of the country’s capital, Khartoum. The ongoing conflict follows a military coup that overthrew the country’s prime minister 18 months ago. As the situation worsens, global military powers, including … Continue reading Global Militaries Converge on Sudan as Violence Escalates

AP: US military prepares for possible Sudan embassy evacuation

To prepare for a possible evacuation of U.S. Embassy personnel from Sudan due to the current uncertain situation and fighting between two warring factions, the Pentagon is deploying additional troops and equipment to Camp Lemmonier in Djibouti. Biden administration officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed the deployment and the necessity of the move. Planning for a potential evacuation began after a U.S. Embassy convoy … Continue reading AP: US military prepares for possible Sudan embassy evacuation

NATO Chief Visits Ukraine; War Accelerates

On Thursday, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg made an unanticipated visit to Kyiv ahead of a summit meeting focused on the future of the Ukraine war. He joins a growing list of officials who have recently traveled to the region in an effort to sway the momentum as the conflict enters a new phase, US News reported. In a recent visit to Kyiv, NATO Secretary-General Jens … Continue reading NATO Chief Visits Ukraine; War Accelerates

Hospital fire in Beijing kills at least 21 people

On Tuesday, state media CCTV reported that a fire broke out in the inpatient department of Changfeng Hospital, located in China’s capital city, Beijing, resulting in the unfortunate deaths of at least 21 people. Amateur video footage showed individuals attempting to escape the blaze by hanging from the building’s facade, CNN reported. The fire started at approximately 1 p.m. local time (1 a.m. ET), and … Continue reading Hospital fire in Beijing kills at least 21 people

T. rex skeleton sells for more than $5M at auction

At an auction in Switzerland on Tuesday, a T. rex skeleton made up of nearly 300 bones from three sites in the United States was sold for 4.8 million francs ($5.3 million), falling short of the expected price. The composite skeleton, which measures 11.6 meters long (38 feet) and 3.9 meters high (12.8 feet), was crafted in an open-mouth pose and was estimated to sell … Continue reading T. rex skeleton sells for more than $5M at auction

Iran warns will destroy Tel Aviv, Haifa at slightest action

During an Army Day speech on Tuesday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi cautioned that Iran would annihilate Haifa and Tel Aviv if Israel made “even the slightest move” against it. The Iranian Tasnim media agency reported his warning. Raisi also stated that “extra-regional and American forces” must exit the region quickly, as it is in their and the region’s best interests. Raisi said that Iran’s army … Continue reading Iran warns will destroy Tel Aviv, Haifa at slightest action

AP: Sudan’s generals battle for 3rd day; death toll soars to 185

Amidst the deafening sounds of explosions and gunfire outside, Sudanese citizens in Khartoum and other cities remained barricaded inside their homes on Monday, for the third consecutive day, as the army and a formidable rival group engaged in a power struggle across the country’s streets. According to U.N. envoy Volker Perthes, at least 185 people have lost their lives, and over 1,800 have suffered injuries … Continue reading AP: Sudan’s generals battle for 3rd day; death toll soars to 185

Couple decapitate selves with home-made guillotine in ritualistic sacrifice

Police have reported that a couple in India, identified as Hemubhai Makwana (38) and his wife Hansaben (35), took their own lives by decapitation with a homemade guillotine. Their motive for doing so was reportedly to offer their heads as a sacrifice in a ritual ceremony in Vinchhiya, Gujarat, the Daily Mail reported. The ‘guillotine-like mechanism’ was used to sever their heads, which were then … Continue reading Couple decapitate selves with home-made guillotine in ritualistic sacrifice

Former Indian MP shot dead live on TV

In a shocking incident that occurred in Prayagraj, also known as Allahabad, a former Indian politician, Atiq Ahmed, who had been convicted of kidnapping, was shot dead live on television along with his brother. Ahmed was under police escort and was speaking to reporters when a gun was suddenly pulled up to his head, and shots were fired on Saturday night. Three individuals who had … Continue reading Former Indian MP shot dead live on TV

AP: Dozens killed as army, rivals battle for control of Sudan

The Sudanese military and a powerful paramilitary group continued their battle for control of the country on Sunday, indicating their unwillingness to halt hostilities despite growing diplomatic pressure to cease fire. The fighting, which involved armored vehicles, truck-mounted machine guns, and warplanes, raged heavily in Khartoum, the capital, as well as in the adjacent city of Omdurman and flashpoints throughout the nation. It is believed … Continue reading AP: Dozens killed as army, rivals battle for control of Sudan

Vatican will probe ‘mystical phenomena’ around world

A new Vatican observatory, established by the Pontifical Mariana International Academy (PAMI), is scheduled to investigate “mystical phenomena” worldwide, including instances of stigmata, sightings of ghosts, and “weeping” statues of the Virgin Mary. The PAMI describes itself as a scientific organization of the Holy See and intends to identify and analyze roughly one hundred ongoing mystical events in Italy alone, the Daily Mail reported. According … Continue reading Vatican will probe ‘mystical phenomena’ around world

RT: Russia places Pacific fleet on ‘high alert’

Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu announced that the Pacific Navy fleet of Russia has transitioned to full combat readiness mode as part of an unexpected assessment. Shoigu stated that drills will be conducted with the aim of preventing hostile forces from invading Sakhalin Island and the southern coastline of the Kuril Islands, RT reported. During his address to Russia’s top military officials, Shoigu revealed that the … Continue reading RT: Russia places Pacific fleet on ‘high alert’

North Korea says it tested new solid-fuel long-range missile

On Friday, North Korea announced that it had successfully test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile utilizing solid propellants. If confirmed, this development could provide the country with a more difficult-to-detect weapon capable of targeting the continental United States, the Associated Press reported. The announcement from North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency came after neighboring countries detected the launch from an area near Pyongyang. This … Continue reading North Korea says it tested new solid-fuel long-range missile

Holy Land Christians say attacks rising in Israel

In an interview, the Vatican-appointed Latin Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa, who heads the Roman Catholic Church in the Holy Land, cautioned that the ascent of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right government has resulted in a deteriorating situation for Christians in the birthplace of Christianity. Pizzaballa stated to The Associated Press that the 2,000-year-old Christian community in the region has been increasingly targeted, with the most extreme … Continue reading Holy Land Christians say attacks rising in Israel

North Korea fires ballistic missile, South Korea says

North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the waters off its eastern coast on Thursday. The launch prompted an evacuation order that was later lifted in northern Japan, CNN reported. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff announced on Thursday morning local time that North Korea had fired at least one unidentified ballistic missile into the waters off the east coast of the Korean Peninsula. Initially, … Continue reading North Korea fires ballistic missile, South Korea says

Ukraine’s outrage grows over video seeming to show beheading

On Wednesday, Ukraine initiated an investigation into a disturbing video that allegedly depicts the beheading of a Ukrainian soldier, marking the latest accusation of Russia committing atrocities since its invasion in February 2022. The video quickly spread online and elicited condemnation from officials in Kyiv, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as well as international organizations, the Associated Press reported. The Kremlin denounced the footage as “horrific” … Continue reading Ukraine’s outrage grows over video seeming to show beheading

AP: Volcano spews ash cloud for 2nd day on Russia’s Kamchatka

For the second consecutive day on Wednesday, a volcano on Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula erupted, ejecting clouds of ash high into the sky and blanketing vast areas, the Associated Press is reporting. Shiveluch, one of Kamchatka’s most active volcanoes, commenced its eruption early Tuesday, releasing dust over 500 kilometers (over 300 miles) northwest and smothering several towns in grey volcanic ash, marking the largest … Continue reading AP: Volcano spews ash cloud for 2nd day on Russia’s Kamchatka

Leak shows Western special forces on the ground in Ukraine

As per one of the several leaked documents available online, it has been confirmed that the UK is among a group of nations whose military special forces are presently operating within Ukraine. This information has been a topic of hushed speculation for more than a year, the BBC reported. These leaked files, including some marked “top secret”, provide a comprehensive view of the conflict in … Continue reading Leak shows Western special forces on the ground in Ukraine

Massive volcanic eruption in Russia

An ash cloud spreading for hundreds of miles caused day to turn into dark night in eastern Russia following a major eruption of the Shiveluch volcano in the Kamchatka region. Videos depict a doomsday-like scenario, where the snow turned black due to the outpouring, the Mirror reported. According to reports, the ash plume from the eruption rose 12 miles into the sky, resulting in a … Continue reading Massive volcanic eruption in Russia

Police Attacked with Petrol Bombs in Northern Ireland

On Monday, Northern Ireland celebrated the 25th anniversary of its historic 1998 peace accords. However, the fragility of the province’s truce was highlighted as masked youths hurled petrol bombs at police vehicles during sectarian unrest. While no significant public events were scheduled for the day, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden are set to arrive on Tuesday to kick off a … Continue reading Police Attacked with Petrol Bombs in Northern Ireland