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Harry and Meghan’s Lagos Trip Showcases Nigeria’s Fashion and Dancing Styles

13 May 2024 09:40 AM IST

During their three-day visit to Nigeria, Prince Harry and Meghan immersed themselves in the vibrant culture and community spirit of Lagos. The visit, initiated by the Nigerian military to promote mental health awareness among soldiers and empower young people, provided a platform to showcase Nigeria’s rich traditions in fashion and

UN Secy General Guterres Urges ‘Humanitarian Ceasefire’ in Gaza, Release of Hostages

13 May 2024 00:33 AM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the urgent need for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and increased humanitarian assistance to Gaza, as reported by The Times of Israel. Speaking at a donors’ conference in Kuwait via video, he reiterated the global call for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, and a

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Officials Prepare for Controlled Demolition of the Bridge’s Wreckage on Dali

12 May 2024 23:12 PM IST

Teams are gearing up to use controlled explosives to demolish a significant part of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge resting atop the cargo vessel Dali in Baltimore. Since March, the vessel has been stranded with its crew of 20 Indians and one Sri Lankan after colliding with the bridge.

What Did Meghan Markle Say About Her Relationship with Prince Harry

12 May 2024 22:50 PM IST

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle embarked on a three-day journey in Nigeria, commencing on May 10 with a visit to a school in Abuja, the capital city, where they participated in a mental health summit. Welcomed warmly by the Igbo ethnic group with vibrant drum performances, the Duke and Duchess

Xi Urges Ideological Education Integration In Chinese Schools: Report

12 May 2024 19:54 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged the incorporation of ideological-political courses into school curricula to enhance their relevance and appeal, as reported by Hong Kong-based publication The Standard. He stressed the Chinese Communist Party’s (CPC) commitment to strengthening ideological education in schools, underscoring the party’s leadership in this domain. Xi

Northern Afghanistan Hit by Deadly Flash Floods, Hundreds Dead or Missing

12 May 2024 19:47 PM IST

Upon receiving news of flash floods engulfing the outskirts of a provincial capital in northern Afghanistan, shopkeeper Nazer Mohammad hurried back home. Upon arrival, he discovered that everything, including his family of five, had been swept away by the floods. “Everything happened just all of a sudden. I came home,

Russia Discovers Oil & Gas Reserves In British’s Antarctic Territory

12 May 2024 18:23 PM IST

Russia has recently discovered huge oil & gas reserves in the Antarctic, whose most area is claimed by the UK. As per Russian research ships, reserves totaling 511bn barrels of oil are reportedly found. Which is 10 times the North Sea’s entire 50-year output. Just last week, the evidence was

UN Chief Calls For ‘Immediate’ Gaza Ceasefire, Hostage Release

12 May 2024 17:00 PM IST

Secretary-General of UN Antonio Guterres called for the immediate halt to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, hostage release, and provision of humanitarian aid for the besieged Palestine territories on Sunday. While addressing a video conference at international donors’ conference (organized by International Islamic Charitable Organization (IICO) and the UN’s humanitarian

How Solar Storms Cause Colourful Auroras On Earth

12 May 2024 16:59 PM IST

From northern Europe to Australia’s Tasmania, the sky-gazers last night witnessed stunning auroras that painted the skies in pink, green, and purple hues. Auroras light up the skies across many regions on Saturday. This was the second time in a row on May 11, this was the second time auroras

Saudi Arabia: Mandatory Vaccination Registration On Sehaty App Before Arrival In Mecca

12 May 2024 16:34 PM IST

Saudi Arabia has advised domestic pilgrims to ensure they have completed all necessary vaccinations ahead of the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage to protect the health of all participants. Both Saudi citizens and foreign residents registered for the pilgrimage in and around Mecca must have received COVID-19, seasonal influenza, and meningitis vaccinations

British-Israeli Hostage Nadav Popplewell Dies from Injuries in Gaza Captivity

12 May 2024 14:35 PM IST

British-Israeli hostage Nadav Popplewell, who was held by the Hamas militant group following the October 7 attack on Israel, succumbed to injuries sustained in an Israeli air strike, as reported by Al Jazeera citing Hamas’s armed wing, the Qassam Brigades. This revelation followed the group’s announcement just hours after releasing

Pak: Ceiling Fan Falls on Teacher’s Head In Classroom

12 May 2024 14:00 PM IST

A teacher at a government school in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) was injured when a ceiling fan fell on her during a class session, as reported by ARY News. The incident, captured on video, took place at Government Girls Primary School in Peshawar’s Chugal Pura area while the teacher was teaching.