E-visa resumes in Ukraine for 45 countries, including India
Ukraine has resumed issuing e-visas to citizens of approximately 45 countries, including India, Bhutan, Maldives, and Nepal. As of February 19, 2025, the General...
Iran carries out at least 975 executions in 2024
Iran carried out at least 975 executions last year, marking a significant rise in its use of capital punishment, according to two human rights...
100 years on, Egypt discovers tomb of ancient king Thutmose II
Egyptian officials announced on Tuesday the discovery of King Thutmose II’s tomb, previously thought to belong to a wife of a former king. This...
Southwest Airlines’ to lose 15% jobs in first-ever layoffs
Southwest Airlines is set to cut approximately 1,750 jobs in leadership roles, marking the first layoffs in its history as part of a cost-cutting...
Clean energy contributed 10% to China’s GDP in 2024
In 2024, clean energy accounted for a record 10% of China’s gross domestic product (GDP), according to an analysis.With sales and investments totaling 13.6...
Uganda’s iconic crested crane now in ‘extinction’ list
The crested crane, with its golden crown, red throat pouch, and slender black legs, is a cherished symbol in Uganda, appearing on the national...
Japan’s economy grows with strong exports
Japan's economy expanded at an annual rate of 2.8% in October-December, surpassing expectations, driven by stable exports and moderate consumer spending.On a quarter-to-quarter basis,...
Delta Air Lines jet flips upside down at Toronto airport; 15 passengers injured
A Delta Air Lines jet carrying 80 people crash-landed at Toronto’s airport on Monday, flipping upside down and injuring at least 15 passengers, though...
‘Everyone must go’: NZ’s tourism slogan irks locals
New Zealand’s latest tourism slogan, “Everyone Must Go!” has sparked mixed reactions, with some seeing it as a friendly invitation for tourists while others...