For several decades, human development indicators showed a steady, upward curve and UN researchers predicted that by 2030, a high level of development would be enjoyed by the global population. Those hopes have been dashed in recent years following a period of exceptional crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic – and progress has stalled across […]
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged a forceful response after a Houthi-fired missile struck near Ben Gurion Airport, Israel’s busiest international hub. The attack, launched from Yemen by the Iran-backed Houthis, briefly halted air traffic and injured six people, according to Israeli emergency services. Missile Strike and Immediate Fallout The missile landed near the […]
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The White House has unveiled plans to slash $491 million from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) budget, framing the move as a refocusing effort to eliminate inefficiencies and alleged political weaponization. The proposal, sent to Congress, aims to streamline CISA’s operations while reinforcing its core mission of cyber defense. Justification for the Budget […]
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The UK Court of Appeal has upheld a ruling declaring 2023 protest regulations unlawful, delivering a significant blow to legislation that civil liberties groups argued undermined the right to protest and bypassed Parliament’s authority. Legal Challenge and Court Ruling The case, brought by Liberty, challenged the secondary legislation introduced by then Home Secretary Suella Braverman, […]
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British counter-terrorism police have arrested eight men, including seven Iranian nationals, in two separate operations described as among the most significant in recent years. The arrests come amid growing concerns over Iran-linked activities in the UK, with officials warning of an increase in Tehran-backed plots. Major Counter-Terrorism Raids The first operation, conducted on Saturday, led […]
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A series of intense sandstorms swept through Saudi Arabia and Iraq on May 4 and 5, 2025, severely impacting visibility, transportation, and public health. Saudi Arabia: Widespread Disruption On May 4, sandstorms engulfed several regions in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Al Qassim, Hail, and parts of Mecca and Medina. In Riyadh, visibility dropped to near […]
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FMD is a highly contagious viral disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, and various wild species. Europe is currently facing its worst outbreak so far this century at the same time as an exotic viral strain has been introduced in Iraq and other countries in the Near East. Concern for potential spread […]
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Mr. Shahada lost his leg due to a severe injury he suffered in Nuseirat in central Gaza in April 2024, but he picked up his camera and returned to document the tragic events that have been unfolding in Gaza. He will not let his disability stop him from working. “It is impossible for me to […]
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South African police have rescued 44 Ethiopian nationals, including 17 minors, who were being held against their will in an upscale Johannesburg neighborhood. The discovery was made on May 1, 2025, after officers responded to screams emanating from a residence in Sandton. Upon investigation, authorities found the individuals locked in rooms, prompting immediate action to […]
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to strengthen their strategic partnership during Xi’s visit to Moscow from May 7–10, coinciding with Victory Day celebrations. The leaders will sign a series of bilateral agreements, reinforcing economic and political cooperation between their nations at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions. Strengthening Economic […]
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