Category: Global News
India begins counting its population in historic census
India has begun counting its around 1.4 billion population in the world’s largest census, its first since 2011.
Burundi says at least 13 killed, dozens injured in military base blast
Army spokesperson says houses, buildings, vehicles and military equipment were destroyed in ammunition depot blast.
‘Hits close to home’: US Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship case
Case could determine future of century-old practice of infants being born in US automatically being granted citizenship.
Ecuador claims 28% drop in homicides amid concerns over anti-crime campaign
President Daniel Noboa has led a hardline effort against local criminal networks, including military operations with US.
‘Which interests being served by war?’ Iran’s Pezeshkian asks US public
In open letter, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urges Americans to see beyond 'flood of distortions' as war rages.
What are the consequences of Israel’s death penalty law for Palestinians?
Israel has become the first country to vote in favour of capital punishment in the 21st century.
‘This is an apartheid regime’: Critics decry Israel’s new death penalty law
Celebrations in the Israeli parliament mark the passing of legislation intended to apply to Palestinians only.
Iran authorities await war ‘victory’ as supporters mark 1979 anniversary
Officials, government supporters take to streets to mark Islamic Republic Day, even as US, Israel continue bombing.
Iraq coach says World Cup can help ‘change perception’ of country
Over those past four decades, Iraq has faced a number of crises, including wars and separatist movements.
Why Iran says its universities are being targeted
Iran reportedly follows through on threat on American universities, after attacks on two Iranian research universities.