Russian Legacy Still Visible in Alaska’s Culture and Communities ANCHORAGE, ALASKA – On the far northwest edge of North America, just a short distance from Russia, traces of the state’s former colonial ruler remain woven into local life. Alaska, once a Russian colony, entered the pages of history in 1728 when Danish explorer Vitus Bering […]
Australia Backs Palestinian Statehood, Urges Lasting Peace CANBERRA – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that his country will formally recognise the right of Palestinians to establish their state, calling it a necessary step toward lasting peace in the Middle East. “Until Israeli and Palestinian statehood is permanent, peace can only be temporary,” Albanese […]
Fake International Police Bureau Busted in Noida NOIDA – Police have dismantled a bogus “International Police and Crime Investigation Bureau” operating from an office in Noida that was styled to resemble a legitimate law enforcement agency. According to a police statement released late Sunday, the suspects forged documents and certificates, ran a website, and solicited […]
Al Jazeera Journalist Anas Al Sharif Killed in Gaza Strike GAZA CITY – Al Jazeera journalist Anas Al Sharif, 28, was among five people killed when a strike hit a tent near Shifa Hospital in eastern Gaza City, Gaza health officials and the network confirmed. According to hospital officials, two others also died in the […]
Kuwait Eases Tourist Visa Rules for GCC Residents KUWAIT CITY – Kuwait has announced a major change to its tourist visa policy, allowing easier entry for millions of foreign residents across the Gulf. According to a decision published in the official gazette, Kuwait Al-Youm on Sunday, the new rules take effect immediately. Tourist visas will […]
Apple to Unveil iPhone 17 Series and New Devices at September Event CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA – Apple is set to host its next major product launch at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino, where it is expected to reveal the iPhone 17 lineup alongside several other new devices and software updates. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, […]
Man Falls Ill After Following ChatGPT’s Harmful Diet Advice A man who sought to reduce his sodium intake has fallen seriously ill after following ChatGPT’s dietary suggestion to replace table salt (sodium chloride) with sodium bromide — a compound once used in early 20th-century medicines but now known to be harmful in high doses. Without […]
Families of October 7 Victims Call Nationwide Strike to Demand Hostage Release TEL AVIV – Families of victims and hostages from Hamas’s October 7 attack have announced a nationwide strike for Sunday, urging Israelis to halt daily life in a bid to pressure the government over its military strategy in Gaza. The protest, organized by […]
Murree Restricts Mall Road Access Ahead of Independence Day Celebrations MURREE – With Pakistan’s Independence Day approaching on August 14, authorities in Murree have rolled out special safety measures to manage the expected influx of visitors to the popular hill station. The district administration announced that access to Mall Road will remain restricted for three […]
Rawal Dam Spillways Opened After Monsoon Rains ISLAMABAD – The recent spell of monsoon rains has significantly raised the water level in Rawal Dam, prompting authorities to open its spillways. Assistant Commissioner Nilore oversaw the operation to release excess water from the reservoir. Rescue, security, and medical teams have been stationed at key points — […]
