A Ukrainian drone strike targeted Russia’s Kirishi oil refinery, one of the country’s largest, causing damage to a storage tank. The Leningrad region’s governor, Alexander Drozdenko, confirmed that air defenses intercepted two drones, but falling debris hit the facility. No casualties were reported. Kirishi refinery, operated by Surgutneftegaz, processes 355,000 barrels of crude daily, […]
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International Women’s Day 2025: celebrating rights, equality, and empowerment
International Women’s Day is being celebrated worldwide today, including in Pakistan. The day focuses on raising awareness about women’s rights and their vital role in society. This year’s theme is “For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” The observance highlights the importance of gender equality and urges action to overcome the challenges women […]
Tensions high as older Palestinians allowed limited access to Al-Aqsa
A restricted number of older Palestinians were granted access to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem for the first Friday of Ramadan, amid ongoing tensions over the Gaza ceasefire and Israeli military actions in the West Bank. Israeli authorities allowed men over 55, women over 50, and children under 12 to enter, but many others were denied, […]
Travel chaos in Paris: WWII bomb found near Gare du Nord
A World War II-era bomb discovered near Gare du Nord on Friday caused major disruptions to train services in and out of Paris. The unexploded device was found 2.5 km from the station during construction work in Saint-Denis, prompting authorities to halt train traffic until a de-mining operation is completed. The disruption affected […]
Over 70 killed in violent clashes between Syrian govt forces and Assad loyalists
Over 70 people were killed in clashes between Syrian government forces and loyalists of deposed President Bashar al-Assad. The fighting erupted in the coastal town of Jableh and surrounding villages. It marked one of the deadliest attacks since Assad’s regime was toppled in December. The violence included ambushes and direct confrontations. On Thursday alone, 48 […]
Blake Lively seeks strict confidentiality order in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively’s legal team is pushing for a strict confidentiality order in her ongoing lawsuit against co-star Justin Baldoni. They argue that without such an order, sensitive information could leak to the press, damaging her reputation. During a court hearing on Thursday, Lively’s attorney, Meryl Governski, stressed that a standard protective order wouldn’t be enough. […]
Trump jokes about stranded NASA astronauts ahead of their return
Former President Donald Trump joked about two NASA astronauts stranded at the International Space Station. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were supposed to return in June 2024 but remain stuck due to spacecraft delays. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said, “They’ve been left up there—I hope they like each other, maybe […]
Elon Musk reacts as SpaceX starship crashes after losing control
A SpaceX Starship rocket exploded after losing contact during its eighth test flight, sending fiery debris over the Caribbean Sea. The uncrewed mission suffered a “rapid unscheduled disassembly,” cutting its journey short. Despite the failure, no injuries were reported. The explosion triggered temporary flight delays at Miami International Airport (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport […]
Trump to visit Saudi Arabia after $1 trillion investment deal
Former U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia, following a major investment agreement. Riyadh pledged to invest $1 trillion in American companies over four years, focusing on military equipment and other industries. Trump highlighted his strong ties with Saudi leaders, calling their relationship “great.” Trump recalled that during his first term, […]
UN report: Women’s rights under threat 30 years after gender equality blueprint
A new UN report reveals that women’s and girls’ rights are under attack, 30 years after world leaders adopted a historic gender equality plan. Despite progress, gender discrimination is still deeply rooted in economies and societies. Nearly one-quarter of governments reported a backlash to women’s rights last year, and violence against women continues to rise. […]