New laws in Japan: Cyclists on phones can face jail
In Japan, new regulations introduced on Friday impose stringent penalties on cyclists who use mobile phones while riding, potentially resulting in up to six...
2 dozen countries at high risk of acute hunger: UN
Food insecurity is projected to worsen in Sudan and nearly two dozen other conflict-affected regions over the next six months, largely due to ongoing...
Air pollution reaches hazardous levels in Delhi, Lahore
As air pollution reaches hazardous levels, a proposal has emerged for a “smog diplomacy” initiative between Pakistan's Lahore and India.As reported by Shah Meer...
Pakistan struggles with mass exodus of skilled talent
Pakistan’s economic instability is driving away valuable talent and skills that, if recognized and utilized, could have contributed significantly to national growth.One notable example...
Japan’s iconic Hello Kitty goes under transformation
Hello Kitty, widely considered Japan's most beloved creation, is marking her 50th anniversary. However, Sanrio, the company behind her, has experienced significant financial ups...
Europe: Income gap grows wider in biggest-smallest farms
A media analysis of agricultural income data reveals that the income gap between Europe’s largest and smallest farms has doubled over the past 15...
US: What is Harris, Trump’s view on climate change?
As the U.S. presidential election nears, the candidates' positions on climate change showcase a stark contrast.Democratic candidate Kamala Harris calls climate change an "existential...
30k Hindus in Bangladesh demand protection from attacks
Tens of thousands of Hindu minority members rallied on Friday, urging the interim government in Muslim-majority Bangladesh to protect them from a recent surge...
Starbucks drops olive oil coffees from new menu
Starbucks is discontinuing its much-publicized line of olive oil-infused coffees in the U.S. and Canada starting in early November.The announcement follows new CEO Brian...