Jun 21, 2024, at 11:11 pm
Foreign direct investment (FDI) fell by two per cent to $1.3 trillion in 2023 amid global economic slowdown and rising geopolitical tensions, according to a report released on Thursday by the UN trade and development body, UNCTAD.
UN chief warns of ‘cyber mercenaries’ amid spike in weaponising digital tools
Jun 21, 2024, at 10:31 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday highlighted the dual-edged nature of cyberspace, stressing its potential for both immense benefits and significant risks when misused.
Putin, Kim Jong Un enjoy Russia-built Aurus limousine drive, video goes viral
Jun 21, 2024, at 10:26 pm
A video has gone viral where Russian President Vladimir Putin could be seen driving a Russia-built Aurus limousine with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sitting beside him.
Israel Defense Forces eliminates Hamas 'terrorist' Ahmed Hassan Salame Alsauarka
Jun 21, 2024, at 08:15 pm
The Israel Defense Forces on Thursday announced they have eliminated Hamas 'terrorist' Ahmed Hassan Salame Alsauarka amid the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
Scorching heat, visible signs of wasting and heavy fighting in Gaza
Jun 21, 2024, at 08:05 pm
Desperate shortages of essentials in Gaza have left the enclave’s most vulnerable individuals struggling to carry on amid stifling heat, heavy fighting, disease spread and a breakdown in law and order, UN humanitarians warned on Thursday.
90 Indians among over 1000 Hajj pilgrims dead in Mecca as intense heat takes toll
Jun 20, 2024, at 10:09 pm
Mecca: Over 1,000 pilgrims have died during this year's hajj as of Thursday due to extreme heat in Saudi Arabia' pilgrim town Mecca, according to AFP.
Joining the chorus: Australian media’s support for Khalistani extremism
Jun 20, 2024, at 06:51 am
Australia, known for its multicultural fabric and inclusivity, is home to one of the fastest-growing Indian diasporas in the world.
Jun 20, 2024, at 06:12 am
A Nepali investigative journalism platform has claimed Ukraine is a 'victim' of Western defence contractors who want to add new countries into NATO for profits.
Fourteen Jordanian Hajj pilgrims die due to excessive heat
Jun 17, 2024, at 03:06 pm
At least 14 Jordanian nationals died during Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, media reports said.
Axe-wielding man shot by police in Hamburg ahead of Euro 2024 football match
Jun 17, 2024, at 12:02 am
An operation is currently ongoing in Hamburg city of Germany after a man threatened cops with an axe, media reports said.
Jun 16, 2024, at 05:21 am
London: Princess of Wales Kate Middleton, who is currently undergoing cancer treatment, made her first public appearance on Saturday since her diagnosis in January.
War in Ukraine should not be ‘new normal’, say humanitarians
Jun 16, 2024, at 01:04 am
A surge of attacks by Russian forces on the Kharkiv area of Ukraine is causing significant civilian casualties, as well as the destruction of homes and crucial infrastructure, the top UN official in Ukraine said today, in a plea not to “normalize” the dire conditions for Ukrainian civilians.
Genocide prevention adviser warns of global threat posed by hate speech
Jun 16, 2024, at 12:52 am
The UN’s top genocide prevention official warned on Friday that hate speech remains a significant threat to global peace and security, often targeting society’s most vulnerable.
Climate change triggers tensions in Nigeria
Jun 16, 2024, at 12:47 am
Despite its huge potential, Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, continues to grapple with a host of challenges which are impacting people’s lives and triggering conflict over key resources, a senior UN official in the country said on Friday.
‘Better late than never’: Gazans react to Security Council ceasefire resolution
Jun 15, 2024, at 10:51 pm
A cautious welcome was given by civilians in Gaza to this week’s Security Council resolution endorsing a ceasefire for hostages deal - mixed with frustration that the fighting continues with both Hamas and the Israeli Government signalling that the three phase plan falls short.
G7 leaders sing 'Happy Birthday' to greet German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during Italy Summit
Jun 15, 2024, at 02:55 pm
A heart-warming moment was caught on camera when world leaders sang 'Happy Birthday' to wish German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Italy where they had assembled to attend the G7 meeting.
Kate Middleton is 'making good progress' with cancer treatment, to take up public engagements soon
Jun 15, 2024, at 07:30 am
London/IBNS: Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, has said she is making good progress as she is undergoing preventative chemotherapy but is "not out of the woods" ahead of her first public appearance on Saturday since her surgery revealed cancer.
2 Indians, recruited by Russian army, killed in Ukraine war
Jun 12, 2024, at 07:45 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Two Indians who were recruited by the Russian Army have been killed in the ongoing Russia- Ukraine conflict, media reports said.
Malawi's vice-president dies in plane crash
Jun 11, 2024, at 11:27 pm
The wreck of a plane that was carrying Malawi's vice-president has been recovered with no survivors in it, media reports said.
Jun 11, 2024, at 02:43 pm
The UN Security Council on Monday adopted a resolution aimed at reaching a comprehensive ceasefire deal in three phases to end the war in Gaza, with US Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield telling members "today, we voted for peace."
Aircraft carrying Malawi's Vice President goes missing, search ordered: Report
Jun 11, 2024, at 05:38 am
Lilongwe, Malawi/IBNS: A military aircraft carrying Malawi's vice president Saulos Chilima has been reported missing after it failed to make a landing Monday morning, the government said.
Jun 10, 2024, at 09:46 pm
Two cargo ships caught fire after they were hit by projectiles off Yemen's Aden, media reports said.
Macron dissolves Parliament as exit polls predict historic French far-right surge in EU polls
Jun 10, 2024, at 05:46 pm
Far-right parties are expected to win a significant number of the seats in the European Parliament following three days of voting.
UAE's longest day will last nearly 14 hours
Jun 09, 2024, at 11:33 pm
The UAE is set to experience its longest day of the year, or summer solstice, from June 21 to June 22, media reports said.
IDF shares footage of moments when Israeli hostages were rescued from Hamas captivity
Jun 09, 2024, at 10:23 pm
The Israeli Defense Forces has released video footage of the operation conducted by its personnel to rescue four hostages from Hamas captivity in Gaza.
Italy PM Giorgia Meloni cast vote in EU Parliament election
Jun 09, 2024, at 04:27 pm
Italy became the first heavyweight nation to cast votes for the EU's next parliament on Saturday, in a test of far-right leader Giorgia Meloni's strength at home.
Israel-Hamas conflict: IDF says four hostages recovered from Gaza
Jun 09, 2024, at 12:27 am
The Israel Defense Forces on Saturday said four hostages were rescued alive from Hamas captivity while conducting a daylight operation in Gaza.
UK: Woman driver jailed after she kills scooter rider while clicking winking selfie
Jun 08, 2024, at 08:43 pm
A British woman who ploughed into the back of a motorcyclist killing the rider moments after she zoomed in on a selfie on her mobile phone has been jailed.
Copenhagen: Danish PM Mette Frederiksen attacked by man
Jun 08, 2024, at 02:39 pm
A man has been arrested for allegedly attacking Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen in Copenhagen.
Children now work to ensure families can survive amid Gaza war, says ILO
Jun 08, 2024, at 01:43 am
Eight months to the day since the Israel-Hamas war erupted in Gaza, the UN labour agency, ILO, warned on Friday that families there now send their children to work just to survive, as unemployment nears a staggering 80 per cent.