A strong earthquake measuring Magnitude 6.0 struck near the coast of Bengkulu Province, Sumatra, Indonesia, at 19:52 UTC on May 22, 2025 (02:52 local time, May 23). The quake caused significant structural damage across several regencies, affecting at least 206 buildings, including 140 residential homes. Earthquake Details The Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics […]
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“The ongoing conflict and displacement, in addition to fragile health infrastructure and limited access to affected populations, pose a risk of mass disease transmission,” the UN health agency said in a report issued Tuesday, urging immediate support to sustain surveillance, bolster outbreak response and preserve lifesaving health services. Since civil war erupted in April 2023, 14.5 […]
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United Nations experts on Monday expressed deep concern over the ongoing detention of Azerbaijani human rights defender Anar Mammadli, who has been held for over a year on what many observers allege are politically motivated charges. The group of UN special rapporteurs urged Azerbaijani authorities to uphold Mammadli’s fundamental rights, including access to a fair […]
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Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged the Qatari government to halt what it describes as decades-long, state-led discrimination against the country’s Baha’i community. In a statement released Sunday, the organization condemned the ongoing marginalization, deportations, and legal harassment targeting members of the religious minority. “The Baha’i community of Qatar has endured decades of government discrimination […]
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Telus Corporation, a leading Canadian telecommunications company, announced on Tuesday a substantial investment exceeding C$70 billion (approximately US$50.88 billion) over the next five years. This initiative aims to enhance Canada’s digital infrastructure, focusing on expanding network capabilities, advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, and fostering economic growth.(Newswire) Strategic Investment in Network Expansion A significant portion of […]
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Each and every EU citizen deserves the very best in cancer care. As we mark the European Week Against Cancer (25-31 May), the European Commission reaffirms its commitment to achieve a European health union that delivers high-quality healthcare for all. Already through its Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan, the Commission has provided support to millions […]
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French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, will embark on a state visit to the United Kingdom from Tuesday, July 8 to Thursday, July 10, 2025. This visit, at the invitation of King Charles III, marks President Macron’s first official state visit to the UK. The couple will be hosted at Windsor Castle, […]
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After more than a decade of conflict and severe economic stagnation, lifting the punitive measures will encourage long-term recovery and peacebuilding in Syria, Amy Pope, IOM Director-General, said in a statement. “The lifting of sanctions sends a powerful message of hope to millions of displaced Syrians, both within the country and across the region,” she said. […]
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To prepare for the increased wildfire risk during the upcoming summer months, the EU has put together teams of firefighters and aircraft to help European countries affected by wildfires. To quickly support local fire brigades, throughout July and August, almost 650 firefighters from 14 European countries will be strategically positioned in key high-risk locations in […]
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Controlled Rollout in Line with Cultural Values and Tourism Goals Saudi Arabia will allow alcohol consumption in 600 designated tourist zones by 2026, in a tightly controlled policy shift aligned with Vision 2030 — the Kingdom’s national strategy to diversify its economy and boost tourism. The initiative, confirmed by sources aligned with the Saudi Ministry […]
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