A tragic shark attack off Egypt's Red Sea coast has resulted in the death of a tourist and injuries to another, authorities reported on Sunday. Both victims have been identified as Italian nationals, according to a source from the Italian foreign ministry. The incident occurred in the northern Marsa Alam area,
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Taliban bans windows overlooking women’s areas in new Decree
The Taliban's supreme leader has issued a controversial order prohibiting the construction of windows in residential buildings that overlook areas typically used by Afghan women. The decree, released late Saturday by government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, states that new buildings must not have windows that allow views into courtyards, kitchens, or
Former and 39th US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100
Former President Jimmy Carter, the only Georgian to ever occupy the White House, died on Sunday, December 29, 2024, after spending over a year in hospice care. US President Joe Biden has eulogised Carter saying America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian. "Over six decades, Jill
Rights groups decry forced displacement in Benghazi Libya
The Solidarity for Human Rights Organization expressed its concern over the escalation of forced evictions and home demolitions in the Libyan city of Benghazi. It accused in a recently issued report Haftar's forces, which it described as the de facto authorities, of carrying out forced evictions and home demolitions, which
Trump backs H-1B Visa program amid Immigration debate
President-elect Donald Trump has publicly supported the H-1B visa program, which brings skilled workers to the U.S., aligning himself with tech leaders Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. In an interview with the New York Post, Trump stated he "always liked" the H-1B visas and had previously hired guest workers under
179 feared dead in worst South Korean plane crash in decades
A devastating plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea has resulted in at least 179 fatalities, according to the country's fire service. The aircraft, operated by Jeju Air, was carrying 181 individuals, including 175 passengers and six crew members, returning from Bangkok, Thailand. So far only two crew
Prosecutors say suspended South Korean President Yoon ordered use of force
South Korean prosecutors have accused suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol of authorizing the military to use force, including potentially firing weapons, to enter parliament during his failed attempt to impose martial law. This allegation comes from a report shared with the media, detailing Yoon's actions during the political turmoil that
Trump ssks Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban ahead of Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump has requested the Supreme Court to halt a law that would either ban TikTok or force its sale just a day before his inauguration on January 20. He aims to “negotiate a resolution” to address national security concerns surrounding the popular social media platform. In a court brief
Shofco expands development initiatives in Homa Bay
Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) is intensifying its development programs in Homa Bay County, with plans to construct safe houses aimed at combating the rising cases of gender-based violence. The ground-breaking for the first safe house is scheduled for January 2025, following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the
Parliament votes to impeach South Korea’s acting President Han Duck
South Korea's National Assembly has voted to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo, just two weeks after lawmakers impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. A total of 192 lawmakers supported the impeachment, surpassing the 151 votes required for it to pass. Han Duck-soo, who assumed the presidency following Yoon's impeachment due to his