MOSCOW, Nov. 18 — Prominent Russian lawmaker Maria Butina has voiced strong criticism of the Biden administration’s reported decision to permit Ukraine to conduct long-range strikes within Russian territory using U.S.-made missiles. She warned that this move could provoke a devastating global conflict. Speaking in Moscow, Butina accused the United States of recklessness, claiming their … Read more
Abuja, Nov 17 – In a historic meeting, Nigeria and India have pledged to strengthen their partnership in maritime security and counter-terrorism efforts. This significant development came during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Nigeria, marking the first visit by an Indian premier in nearly two decades. The visit, initiated at the request of … Read more
On November 16, Russia’s state-run gas giant Gazprom took a significant step in its ongoing energy dispute with Europe, halting its natural gas supplies to Austria. The decision comes after Austria’s energy company, OMV, was awarded damages in an arbitration case over unfulfilled gas deliveries from Gazprom, prompting Vienna to announce the termination of gas … Read more
LONDON, Nov 15 – A rare artifact from Roman Britain, a knife handle shaped like a gladiator, is set to make its public debut in 2025. This unique find, discovered near Hadrian’s Wall in northern England, provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and cultural symbols of an empire that stretched across continents. An Extraordinary Find … Read more
In a dramatic moment of high-stakes bidding, a diamond necklace believed to have links to Marie Antoinette sold for an astonishing $4.8 million at an auction in Geneva. The glittering Georgian-era piece, composed of 300 carats of diamonds, far surpassed its original valuation of 2 million Swiss francs, captivating collectors with its blend of history … Read more
In a significant development for the tech industry, Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has been ordered to face a trial in a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which claims that the company’s acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were aimed at stifling competition within the social media landscape. The trial, … Read more
In a strongly worded statement, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has expressed concerns over what he perceives as Europe’s efforts to intensify the ongoing Ukraine conflict following the re-election of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Medvedev, who now holds a prominent position in Russia’s security apparatus, took to Telegram on November 12 to accuse European … Read more
On November 11, a series of Israeli airstrikes in Gaza led to the deaths of at least 37 individuals, with the latest fatalities reported late on Monday at a café near Khan Younis in southern Gaza. The airstrike, which killed seven people, marked the deadliest day of an escalating conflict that has ravaged the Gaza … Read more
OTTAWA, Nov 9 – Canada has reported its first presumptive human case of H5 bird flu, involving a teenager from British Columbia. Health authorities confirmed the individual likely contracted the virus through contact with an infected bird or animal. The teenager is currently receiving care at a children’s hospital, and health officials are actively investigating … Read more
A devastating bomb blast at a railway station in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province in southwestern Pakistan, has left at least 24 people dead and more than 40 others injured. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday morning when the station, typically bustling with activity, was targeted in a brutal attack. Among the casualties, 16 … Read more