Middle East

Final Chance for Truce? Blinken’s 24-Hour Visit to Israel Highlights Urgency in Gaza Negotiations

20 Aug 2024 02:04 AM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel has highlighted the urgency of the current ceasefire negotiations in the ongoing Gaza conflict, which has lasted for 10 months. This trip, marking Blinken’s ninth visit since the war began, was characterized as possibly the final chance to broker a meaningful

Israel Takes Down 1.5 km Tunnel In Khan Yunis

20 Aug 2024 00:21 AM IST

Israeli combat engineers dismantled a 1.5 km-long tunnel in Khan Yunis, the Israel Defense Forces said. The 603rd Battalion and Yahalom unit of the IDF found an operational Hamas facility, complete with weapons and long-term supplies, inside the tunnel. The terrorists fled the tunnel as the soldiers entered it. Meanwhile,

Flash Floods Strike Southern Pakistan As Monsoon Toll Rises To 209

19 Aug 2024 17:28 PM IST

Flash floods in Pakistan have inundated southern streets and blocked a key northern highway, leading to 209 deaths since July 1. Heavy rains are expected to continue, impacting Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Sindh provinces. Over 2,200 homes have been damaged, with relief efforts underway.

Islamic Jihad And Hamas Claim Tel Aviv Bombing Amid Ceasefire Push

19 Aug 2024 16:56 PM IST

Hamas and Islamic Jihad claimed a Tel Aviv synagogue bombing, which killed the bomber and injured a passerby. The attack follows ongoing conflict in Gaza and comes as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken seeks a ceasefire. Concerns about regional escalation persist, especially after Iran’s threats.

China And Vietnam Forge 14 New Deals To Boost Trade And Ties

19 Aug 2024 16:23 PM IST

China and Vietnam inked 14 deals, covering rail upgrades and various sectors like finance and health, following a meeting between Xi Jinping and Vietnam’s leader To Lam. The agreements aim to strengthen bilateral ties and boost economic growth.

Unlocking Citizenship: How DNA Tests Are Changing Lives Globally

19 Aug 2024 15:49 PM IST

Over 40 million people have used DNA tests for ancestry, and now many are leveraging these results to apply for citizenship. Experts predict this trend will continue, with notable cases including Richard Sayers and Sarah Claxton, who found new opportunities through their genetic heritage.

South Korea-US Launch Joint Military Drills Amid North Korean Tensions

19 Aug 2024 15:10 PM IST

South Korea and the U.S. launched their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises to enhance defense against North Korea's threats. Running until August 29, the drills will address missile threats, GPS jamming, and cyberattacks. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stressed readiness amid North Korea’s nuclear advancements.

Prince William Shares the One Issue That Would Have ‘Disappointed’ Princess Diana If She Were Alive

19 Aug 2024 14:49 PM IST

Prince William recently expressed that his mother, Princess Diana, would have been deeply disappointed by the ongoing stigma surrounding homelessness if she were alive today. Known for her humanitarian efforts, Princess Diana’s legacy lives on through William, who continues her work advocating for the homeless. Diana tragically passed away in

Democrats Unite In Chicago As Kamala Harris Begins White House Bid

19 Aug 2024 14:43 PM IST

Democratic National Convention in Chicago supports Kamala Harris’ presidential bid and honors President Biden’s withdrawal. Protests against Biden’s Gaza stance are expected. Meanwhile, Donald Trump campaigns in battleground states and faces criticism for his response to recent hate demonstrations. Key speeches include Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.

“Code Red” In Russia After Volcano Eruption, Braces For Potential 9.0 Quake

19 Aug 2024 14:15 PM IST

Russia's Shiveluch volcano erupted after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake, sending ash 5 kilometers into the sky. Scientists warn of a potential 9.0 quake within 24 hours. The eruption briefly triggered a "code red" aviation alert, though no flights were disrupted. The Kamchatka region remains on high alert.

Prince William Reportedly Prefers Prince Harry To Miss His Future Coronation

19 Aug 2024 13:27 PM IST

Prince William reportedly prefers that Prince Harry not attend his future coronation due to their strained relationship. Friends say the brothers haven’t spoken in nearly two years, and tensions remain high following Harry’s public criticism of the royal family. King Charles, however, still hopes for reconciliation.

Trump May ‘Miss’ Biden After His Exit, Faces Emotional Void in Election Battle, Says Psychologist

19 Aug 2024 13:25 PM IST

Donald Trump might actually “miss” Joe Biden after the president’s exit from the race, according to psychologist Mark Seglin. Seglin suggests that the former president’s intense drive to win the election could be diminishing, fueled by feelings of being “cheated” by Biden and a desire for a second term as