Global rainforest continues to suffer loss
The relentless destruction of the world's most pristine rainforest persisted unabated in 2023, despite notable declines in forest loss observed in the Brazilian and...
9 dead, 900 injured in Taiwan earthquake
The most powerful earthquake Taiwan has experienced in 25 years has resulted in the loss of nine lives and left over 900 individuals injured....
Zimbabwe: State of disaster declared as drought worsens
Zimbabwe has officially declared a national disaster due to a severe drought induced by the climatic phenomenon El Niño. President Emmerson Mnangagwa emphasized the...
Sam Mostyn is new Australian governor
Anthony Albanese has announced that Sam Mostyn will assume the role of Australia's next governor general, following King Charles' acceptance of the prime minister's...
NASA to create lunar-centric time reference system
The White House has directed NASA to develop a lunar timekeeping system to address the unique temporal challenges of the moon. The memo, issued...
Taiwan hit by worst earthquake in 25 years
Taiwan recently experienced its most powerful earthquake in a quarter-century, claiming the lives of four individuals and injuring at least 50 others. The quake,...
Botswana threatens Germany of sending 20,000 elephants
Botswana's president has issued a warning of potentially sending 20,000 elephants to Germany amidst a disagreement regarding the importation of hunting trophies. Earlier this...
Shein doubles profits, surpasses $2 billion mark
Shein, the Chinese-based online retailer specializing in fast fashion, has experienced a remarkable surge in profits, surpassing $2 billion (£1.6 billion) and is currently...
Japan citizens to share same family name unless marriage law changed
A recent study has suggested that unless married couples are allowed to use separate surnames, all Japanese citizens will share the same family name...