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Doctors Without Borders reported treating over 3,300 sexual violence survivors in Sudan between January 2024 and November 2025, highlighting rape as a weapon of war. Many survivors faced significant delays in receiving critical care, with armed men identified as perpetrators in most cases. The aid group urged the UN to increase its presence to address the widespread crisis.
In a monumental move, King Charles III and Queen Camilla are gearing up for a state visit to the United States this April, a trip that coincides with the nation's 250th anniversary of independence. Amid rising tensions related to the Iran conflict and prevailing political discord, the royal couple aims to fortify diplomatic relations.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth declared upcoming days "decisive" in the Middle East conflict, warning Iran to "cut a deal" as President Trump "doesn’t bluff." He emphasized shifting power dynamics and US options, urging Tehran to relinquish ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Escalation continues with recent attacks impacting oil prices.
The notion lives on in a post-colonial society where English – and who has access to it – is a marker of civility and civilisation. The Higgins-Macaulay Complex continues to haunt post-colonial societies, but there are times when the English language can be oddly prescient.
World maps include names that reflect tales of discovery, devotion to others, and dramatic battles during struggles for independence. These maps also include many countries named after geographic locations, but in addition, there is a unique group of countries named for historical persons, legendary leaders, or saints, including countries named for revolutionaries from South America to royal famil...
Piers Morgan, reflecting on a 35-year career interviewing world leaders and celebrities, singled out Erin Caffey as the most dangerous person he’d ever met and “nearest to pure evil.” The broadcaster, who celebrated his 61st birthday yesterday (March 30), said the teenage mastermind’s seemingly normal demeanor made the East Texas family murders especially chilling, despite her father later offerin...
US President Donald Trump criticised its allies stating that the countries facing jet fuel shortages due to Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz should source their own oil. Trump also accused France of being unhelpful regarding Iran as tensions are escalating in the Middle East, impacting global oil prices.
Elizabeth Warren has questioned MrBeast over his company’s teen banking app after concerns about crypto messaging and how it targets young users. She warned that the platform may encourage kids to influence parents on financial decisions. While no wrongdoing is alleged, regulators are seeking clarity as the creator expands into financial services.
Candace Owens has reignited debate over the killing of Charlie Kirk after reports claimed the bullet recovered from his body did not match Tyler Robinson’s rifle. She criticized those who supported the case against Robinson, calling the evidence “non existent.” While investigators cite alleged confessions, the new forensic detail has raised fresh questions and intensified public scrutiny around th...
A humpback whale, after a days-long ordeal in shallow Baltic Sea waters near Wismar, has finally swum free. Rescuers employed an excavator to aid its initial escape, but the exhausted giant later corrected its course away from a harbor. Experts now hope the whale, lacking a tracking device, can navigate its way back to the Atlantic.
A windsurfer in San Francisco was knocked off his board after colliding with a surfacing gray whale at Crissy Field, in an encounter captured on video. Though both appeared unharmed, the incident drew scrutiny online over wildlife safety. As whale sightings increase in the Bay, the episode highlights growing tensions between recreation and marine conservation concerns.
Thieves have stolen three priceless paintings from the Magnani Rocca Foundation near Parma. The artworks by Renoir, Cezanne, and Matisse were taken overnight. Police suspect an organized group was behind the swift burglary. The incident follows a series of high-profile art thefts across Europe. Experts suggest such thefts may be linked to ransom demands.
UAE motorists will face significant fuel price increases in April 2026, with petrol and diesel rates set to rise by up to nearly Dh2 per litre. This sharp hike, approved by the UAE Fuel Price Committee, reflects escalating global crude oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
Saudi health authorities have detained Arab gym trainers for illegally selling unregistered weight loss medications, hormonal drugs, and peptides. Investigations uncovered a warehouse storing these substances, including Retatrutide, under unsafe conditions. Legal action is underway, with potential penalties including imprisonment and fines.
The UAE has extended distance learning for all educational institutions until April 17, 2026, impacting millions of students. This decision, announced by the Ministry of Education, prioritizes safety while maintaining learning continuity through digital platforms. The situation will be reviewed weekly, with potential revisions to the reopening timeline.
