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On the 10th anniversary of the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, a Boeing 777 that vanished while on a routine flight to Beijing with 239 people on board, efforts to continue the search are being renewed. The Malaysian government is in talks with an American underwater surveillance company to resume the search, which was…

President Joe Biden delivered a forceful State of the Union address, underscoring the significance of democracy and freedom, which he claimed were under unprecedented threat. He criticized former President Donald Trump’s comments on NATO, defended his administration’s economic recovery efforts post-COVID, and vowed to protect reproductive rights. Biden also highlighted the necessity of supporting Ukraine…

An ex-Google engineer of Chinese descent has been accused of stealing artificial intelligence secrets from the tech company, as reported by the Financial Times. The engineer was employed at Google in 2019 and is now facing serious legal repercussions, highlighting the intense competition between the US and China in the AI sector. This case underlines…

During President Joe Biden’s high-stakes State of the Union address, he is set to energize and reassure Democrats by outlining his agenda for the next four years amidst concerns about his age and the uncertain times the nation faces. The delivery of his speech, aiming to demonstrate coherence, command, and energy, will be as closely…

Over 100 school students aged between 8 and 15 have been kidnapped in the Northwestern state of Kaduna, Nigeria, as armed bandits on motorcycles stormed their school assembly. This event follows another recent abduction in the Northeastern state of Borno, where suspected Boko Haram fighters kidnapped around 200 internally displaced persons, predominantly women and children.…

February 2024 has been recorded as the warmest February on record, with temperatures reaching 1.77 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, according to the EU’s climate service. This spike in temperatures coincides with a substantial rise in CO2 concentrations and is partially attributed to the effects of El Niño. The past 12 months have seen global…

Sweden has formally joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), becoming the 32nd member of the military alliance, a move driven by the security challenges posed by Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Both the Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken have highlighted the historic nature of this accession. Blinken…

The recent attacks by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea have escalated, resulting in the first reported fatalities with three crew members killed on a Liberian-owned cargo ship. The Indian Navy conducted a rescue operation for other crew members. Despite attempts by the US and UK to curb Houthi military capabilities, attacks on shipping have…

Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high, a phenomenon partly attributed to an upcoming event in the cryptocurrency’s lifecycle known as “halvening.” This event has historically led to price increases. The digital currency was originally created as a countermeasure to government monetary policies that increase money supply. Recently, traditional financial institutions have increased their investments…

As Russian forces advance in eastern Ukraine, residents are being forced to evacuate under the threat of occupation and violence. The situation is particularly dire in the Donetsk region, where several villages, including the town of Lyman, have been captured. The city of Kostiantynivka, once a place of relative safety, is now at increasing risk…

The United States has called on Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry to expedite the transition of power, aiming to facilitate free and fair elections amidst escalating tensions and violence in the country. The U.S. State Department has also advised American citizens to leave Haiti due to safety concerns. Tensions have been fueled by threats from…

Three crew members have died following a missile attack by the Houthi group on a Liberian-owned cargo ship off the southern coast of Yemen. The strike is the latest in a series of maritime attacks attributed to the Houthis, who have been targeting shipping routes in the Red Sea. The attack on the MV True…

An Australian man has been charged with aggravated assault after allegedly using cable ties to restrain three young indigenous children in Broome, Western Australia. The incident, which was captured on video, showed community members demanding the release of two of the children, while a third had already escaped. Western Australian Premier commented on the confronting…

A woman named Anne Hughes has inadvertently gained TikTok fame after a video of her dangling from the shutters of a shop in Ton went viral. Caught on CCTV, the incident occurred as shop owner Ahmed unknowingly raised the shutters while Anne’s coat was snagged, lifting her off the ground. The clip, shared by her…

The latest budget announcement has introduced changes that will potentially put more money into consumers’ pockets, according to financial expert Martin Lewis. The budget features a significant cut in National Insurance, dropping 4% from January to April, and an adjustment to the child benefit system. The latter is a response to the unfairness faced by…

In Thailand, a significant health crisis has emerged due to deteriorating air quality, with 10 million individuals seeking treatment for pollution-related illnesses in 2023. The country experienced a drastic increase in air pollution, particularly in the northern regions, with Bangkok recording only 31 days of clean air throughout the year. Despite efforts to address the…

In the latest budget announcement, UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has introduced measures aimed at encouraging long-term growth and offering permanent tax cuts. National Insurance will be reduced, Child Benefit thresholds increased, and fuel and alcohol duties frozen. The budget, which could be the last before the general election, also includes a new tax on vaping…

Nikki Haley has announced the suspension of her campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. In her speech, Haley emphasized the importance of a smaller federal government, the danger of national debt, the need for term limits, and the moral imperative of supporting allies like Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. She highlighted the need for unity and…

Nikki Haley is expected to withdraw from the race for the Republican party’s nomination for President of the United States following the Super Tuesday results. The former South Carolina governor trailed significantly behind the favorite, Donald Trump, who is nearing the required delegate count to secure the nomination. Joe Biden is also close to securing…

The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a warning that the ongoing conflict in Sudan risks escalating into the world’s largest hunger crisis if the fighting does not cease. With over ten months of clashes between rival military factions, thousands have been killed and more than 8 million people displaced. The WFP’s concerns are compounded…

Haiti’s political turmoil escalates as Prime Minister Ariel Henry is barred from landing in the country amid rising gang violence. The Prime Minister was diverted to Puerto Rico following a gang attack on the Haitian airport and the recent mass jailbreak in the capital, Port-au-Prince. The situation raises concerns about Haiti’s stability and governance as…

The Super Tuesday primaries have concluded, with both Donald Trump and Joe Biden dominating their respective party primaries across 15 US states and one territory. This positions them as the likely candidates to contest in the upcoming November presidential election. The results indicate key issues for the electorate, including immigration and the Israel-Gaza conflict, signaling…

Former President Donald Trump delivered a speech on Super Tuesday, launching a series of critiques against President Joe Biden and discussing various national issues. Trump accused Biden of being the “worst president in the history of our country” and blamed his administration for the current state of inflation, border security, and energy policies. Throughout his…

Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high, surpassing the $69,000 mark, amidst a backdrop of controversy and skepticism within the cryptocurrency industry. The surge is attributed to a combination of factors, including increased mainstream investment opportunities in the United States, anticipation of the upcoming “halving” event that limits the issuance of new Bitcoins, and the…

A new satellite has been launched to monitor methane levels in Earth’s atmosphere, a gas that significantly contributes to global warming. The satellite, which will orbit the planet 15 times a day, aims to track methane emissions from oil and gas facilities worldwide. The data collected will be publicly available, enabling companies to spot and…

Super Tuesday is underway in the United States, marking a significant juncture in the 2024 presidential race as millions of voters in 15 states and one territory head to the polls. While the event is a pivotal point in the electoral process, it’s anticipated that President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will likely…

At least 35 individuals, including 22 children, have lost their lives due to unexpected heavy snowfall and rain in Pakistan. The severe weather caused landslides and structural damage across the northern and western regions, disrupting roads and cutting off vital supply lines. The extreme conditions are a manifestation of climate change’s impact on the country,…