A boat carrying nearly 500 passengers capsized and caught fire on the Congo River in Equateur Province, Congo, resulting in at least 107 deaths and 146 missing. This is the second deadly boat accident in the region this week, following another incident on Wednesday that killed 86 people. The...
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned that Russian President Putin aims to occupy all of Ukraine, despite failed US mediation efforts. Zelenskyy urged China's intervention. NATO launched 'Eastern Sentry' to protect its eastern flank following Russian drone incursions into Polish airspace. Trump expressed impatience with Putin, while the Kremlin...
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the third film in the series, offers a more satisfying conclusion than its predecessor. Set in 1930, it follows the Crawley family as they navigate succession challenges, financial woes, and social upheaval. Lady Mary faces ostracism after a divorce, while Downton faces economic uncertainty....
Missouri Republicans passed a redistricting plan that could give them an extra U.S. House seat, despite opposition and a planned referendum. The plan, supported by President Trump, alters Kansas City's district, potentially harming Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver's chances. Opponents argue the map disenfranchises minority voters, echoing similar partisan...
A UN human rights report reveals North Korea's intensifying crackdown on personal freedoms, including the execution of individuals for distributing foreign TV shows, particularly South Korean dramas. Surveillance has increased significantly since 2014, aided by new technologies. The report, based on interviews with over 300 defectors, details harsher punishments...
Following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Trump reiterated his blame of the "radical left" for political violence in the US. While acknowledging radicals on both sides, Trump focused his criticism on the left, citing their stances on issues like transgender rights and open borders. He...
A U.S. Secret Service agent, Anthony Pough, was placed on leave and had his security clearance revoked after posting negative comments about conservative influencer Charlie Kirk on Facebook. Secret Service Director Sean Curran stated that politically motivated attacks are rising and agents must avoid actions that exacerbate the situation....
Apple unveiled its iPhone 17 lineup, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Pre-orders begin Friday, with release on September 19th. The standard iPhone 17 boasts a 6.3" display and A19 chip, starting at $799, while the iPhone 17 Air...
California's legislature passed two bills requiring on-duty law enforcement officers, including federal agents, to identify themselves and show their faces while on duty. Exceptions exist for undercover officers and SWAT teams. The bills, prompted by concerns over masked federal immigration agents during raids, aim to increase public trust...
Violent clashes between security forces and Gen Z protesters in Kathmandu, Nepal, have left at least 37 dead and the government crippled. The prime minister resigned, the president's whereabouts are unknown, and the army is in control. Protesters, seeking to oust corrupt leadership, have proposed a former chief...
