Justin Trudeau, Canada’s prime minister for the past nine years, officially announced his resignation as both the country’s leader and the head of the governing Liberal Party. His decision revealed during an emotional speech outside his Rideau Cottage residence in Ottawa on Monday, marks the end of a transformative chapter in Canadian politics. Speaking in […]
In a shocking turn of events, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as premier and Liberal Party leader. The shocking move by Trudeau now begs the question of who will replace him and what it means for the future of the Liberal Party, particularly with a federal election looming. Canadian Prime Minister […]
On 24 December, Pakistan’s airstrikes in the Burmal district of Paktika province reportedly killed forty-seven people, most of which, according to Pakistan authorities, belonged to the Tehreek Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The strikes took place at a training facility and a media centre. The strike came after the TTP, using Afghan territory, attacked a couple of […]
New Year 2025 in Gaza portrayed a different picture while the rest of the world celebrated with fireworks and festivities. Gaza experienced nothing of the sort. Instead of fireworks and festivities, Gaza endured yet another day of tragedy as Israeli airstrikes and artillery bombardments killed at least 17 Palestinians in the northern Jabalia refugee camp […]
As the midnight hour passed all over the world, every continent saw 2025 dawn in its unique flavor. Whether it was dazzling fireworks or ancient rituals, hope and unity united the world to welcome and celebrate the New Year 2025. Let’s explore in pictures and videos how each of the seven continents ushered in the […]
South Korea is battling its deadliest aviation disaster at a time of unprecedented political crisis. A Jeju Air flight carrying 181 passengers and crew crashed at Muan International Airport on Sunday, with 179 feared dead. The crash comes at a time of unprecedented political instability, with the nation’s leadership in disarray. The ill-fated flight from […]
The Israel-Gaza conflict has seen Palestinian media and news sites face unprecedented challenges on social media. An investigation by the BBC showed that engagement of Facebook pages from Gaza and the West Bank had dramatically declined since October 2023. The drop came despite the fact that the platforms were the most important in communicating updates […]
The Gaza War has been catastrophic as the territory’s Health Ministry has confirmed that over 45,000 Palestinians have died since the conflict began on October 7, 2023. Within the last 24 hours alone, airstrikes from Israel have killed 52 Palestinians and injured 203. The latest attacks included a bombing that killed 20, including children, in […]
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, the global icon of Indian classical music, died on Sunday. The legendary percussionist, known for his virtuosity and innovation, died due to heart and lung ailments in the United States. Hussain was 73 years old and had been critically ill for two weeks. Hussain, son of tabla maestro Ustad Allah Rakha, […]
The engagement of Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco has become a global sensation, not just for their romantic announcement but also for the buzz surrounding their significant financial disparity. While both are immensely successful in their respective fields, comparisons of their net worth have added another layer of intrigue to their love story. Selena Gomez, […]
At least 22 Palestinians were killed on Saturday during Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, according to medical sources. The Israeli military said it targeted armed militants operating from civilian shelters and aid depots. In one of the deadliest incidents, at least 10 people lost their lives near the municipality building in Deir Al-Balah, where crowds had […]
Russia carried out a devastating attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, targeting the country for the 12th time this year. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that in the strikes, 93 missiles and more than 200 drones were launched, while Ukrainian defenses intercepted as many as 81 of the missiles. Energy facilities in several western regions, including […]
King Charles has recently revealed a beautiful memory of his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and how she uniquely prepared for her coronation in 1953. He narrated the memories to a group of Canadian women who had attended the historic event. King Charles revealed that, as children, he and Princess Anne used to have bath […]
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called on Bangladeshi Foreign Adviser Mohammad Touhid Hossain in Dhaka today and discussed several pressing issues. During the high-level discussion, Mr. Misri raised New Delhi’s concerns over recent attacks in Dhaka against minority communities. He termed the incidents related to religious and cultural sites as “regrettable” and called for concrete action […]
Following significant unrest in Syria and the decline of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, local residents were seen entering the presidential palaces in cities like Aleppo and Damascus. These palatial buildings, which were once symbols of power and privilege, were reportedly stripped of valuable furniture, ornaments, and personal items as a display of anger and triumph over […]
The political atmosphere in South Korea remains tense following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s apology for declaring martial law, a move that has sparked widespread public and political outrage. President Yoon justified the declaration as necessary to counter “anti-state forces,” though critics labeled it a self-coup aimed at consolidating power. His decision has drawn harsh criticism […]
A wave of panic has swept through Homs, Syria’s third-largest city, as tens of thousands of residents flee the face of an advancing rebel offensive. The Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, led by Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani, warned residents with a declaration: “Your time has come.” The rebel forces have launched their swiftest offensive since Syria’s […]
Bitcoin reaches all-time high on Thursday as the currency passed $100,000 in value for the first time in history. It went as high as $103,619 in early Asian trading on news of the appointment of pro-crypto advocate Paul Atkins by President-elect Donald Trump as the chief of the Securities and Exchange Commission, settling eventually at […]
Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, bringing to music fans the possibility of reliving favorite tunes and moments from the year. The much-awaited annual feature breaks down users’ top artists, tracks, genres, and even podcasts for a look into their listening habits. Taylor Swift has been the most-streamed artist in the world for the second year […]
Israel launched fresh airstrikes in Lebanon on Tuesday despite an uneasy ceasefire with Hezbollah. It said its military targeted a “terrorist cell” in the Bekaa region, as accusations of ceasefire violations mount against both sides. But despite the ceasefire with Hezbollah stopping full-scale warfare, skirmishes continue. Israel has carried out several operations within Lebanon, while […]
