PALESTINE – At least 18 Palestinians were on Tuesday killed and others sustained injuries from Israeli attacks in Gaza according to medic reports. In Khan Younis, two Palestinians, including a young girl, were killed when Israeli forces struck a tent sheltering displaced families near the University College. Four more Palestinians were killed and several others […]
What we Know About the Coal Cargo Ship Explosion in Baltimore
USA – A coal cargo ship explosion in Baltimore was reported late Monday by local authorities. The blast on the vessel W-Sapphire occurred around 6.30 pm (2230GMT) as it traveled outbound in the Patapsco River, said Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Matthew West, according to NBC News’ report. “The vessel was showing signs of […]
Australia’s TPG Telecom Suffers Data Breach After a Cyber Attack
AUSTRALIA – On Tuesday, Australia’s TPG Telecom – the second-largest internet provider in the country – confirmed a data breach after a cyber attack. In a statement, TPG said preliminary investigations indicate the unauthorized access was gained through the stolen account credentials of one employee. “The list contained around 280,000 active iiNet email addresses and […]
Wildfires Break Out in Morocco
MOROCCO – Wildfires broke out in Morocco on Monday amid soaring temperatures. The blaze erupted in al-Ghararsa forest in Taounate, according to an official from Morocco’s National Agency for Waters and Forests (ANEF). Morocco’s state broadcaster 2M reported that the flames also spread to farmers’ fields in Bani Qora in the same province, though no […]
Ukrainian Attack on a Russian Pipeline Halts Oil Delivery to Hungary
HUNGARY – The Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on Monday said that a Ukrainian attack on a Russian pipeline had resulted to a halt in oil delivery. “Ukraine has once again attacked the oil pipeline leading to Hungary, cutting off supplies. This latest strike against our energy security is outrageous and unacceptable!” Szijjarto said in […]
Iran to Resume Talks with IAEA in Coming Days
IRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei on Monday said that Tehran will resume talks with IAEA in coming days, following a visit by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Deputy Director General Massimo Aparo to Tehran last week. Baqaei said Aparo’s visit was meant to “examine how Iran and the agency interacted” after […]
Russian Drone Attack on Kharkiv Kills 7
UKRAINE – At least 5 people were killed after a Russian drone attack on Kharkiv city according to local governor Oleh Synyehubov on Monday. Kharkiv Governor Oleh Synyehubov said in a statement on Telegram that seven deaths were reported in total in the region’s administrative center after the body of another person was recovered from […]
At Least 17 Killed in Israeli Attacks Across Gaza Strip
PALESTINE – At least 17 Palestinians were killed and others injured by Israeli attacks across Gaza Strip on Monday. Medical sources said that three people, including a little girl, were killed in an Israeli strike on a building sheltering displaced civilians in eastern Gaza City. The Israeli army struck another building across from the Al-Shifa […]
Over 40 Missing After Passenger Boat Capsizes in Nigeria’s Sokoto State
NIGERIA – At least 40 people are missing after a passenger boat capsized in Sokoto State, Nigeria. “About 10 persons have been rescued, while more than 40 passengers remain missing,” the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said in a statement. The boat was reportedly en route to Goronyo Market when it overturned. NEMA Director-General Zubaida […]
Mass Shooting in Ecuador Leaves 7 Dead
ECUADOR – At least 7 people were killed in a mass shooting in Ecuador when armed gunmen opened fire in a pool hall on Sunday. According to local reports, several gunmen wearing black masks opened fire at the entrance of the pool hall in the city of Santo Domingo, about 150 kilometers (93 miles) west […]
Gaza Death Toll Today at 61,944 as Israel Continues Attacks
PALESTINE – The Palestinian Health Ministry said that Gaza death toll today (Sunday) is at least 61,944 since Oct. 2023. A ministry statement said that 47 bodies were brought to hospitals in the last 24 hours, while 226 people were injured, taking the number of injuries to 155,886 in the Israeli onslaught. “Many victims are […]
Mass Shooting in New York City Lounge Leaves 3 Dead
USA – At least 3 people were killed and 8 others injured in a mass shooting in New York City lounge early Sunday after multiple shooters opened fire inside the premise. New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police responded to reports of a shooting at the Taste of the City Lounge on Franklin […]
7 Palestinians Killed by Israeli Drone Strike on Gaza City
PALESTINE – At least 7 Palestinians were killed and others injured by an Israeli drone strike on Gaza City on Sunday. Witnesses said the strike targeted a group of civilians gathered in the courtyard of Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in the city. Israel has killed nearly 61,900 Palestinians in Gaza since October 2023. The military campaign […]
Flash Floods in Northern China Kill 8
CHINA – At least 8 people died after a wild camping site was swept by flash floods in northern China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Saturday. 4 people remain missing. The disaster took place around 10 pm (1400GMT) on Saturday in the upstream area of a river in Urad Rear Banner, Bayannur City, leaving 13 […]
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Hit Sulawesi Indonesia, 29 Injured
INDONESIA – At least 29 people were injured after a magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit Sulawesi Indonesia early Sunday, according to local reports. The quake occurred at 0.38 local time (2238GMT Saturday) at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles) and affected the Poso Regency, with tremors felt in nearby regions. Among the injured, two individuals […]