Two months after President Donald Trump announced a halt to US engagement with the United Nations Human Rights Council, Washington is influencing its work by applying pressure publicly and behind the scenes, seven diplomats and rights workers said. The United States left its seat empty during a six-week session of the 47-member council ending on […]
World
Pakistan elected to UN narcotics commission with top regional vote share
Pakistan was elected as a member of the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) for a four-year term on Friday, securing the highest number of votes among member states contesting for seats from their respective regional groups, its UN mission said. The CND, operating under the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), serves as the […]
EXPLAINER: Why is India’s Muslim endowments bill stirring controversy?
India’s parliament has passed a controversial bill aimed at overhauling laws governing Islamic charitable endowments, known as waqf, despite sharp criticism from Muslim groups and opposition parties. The bill, introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, seeks to limit the authority of waqf boards, enhance government oversight, and allow non-Muslims to sit on these boards. […]
Video shows last moments for slain Gaza aid workers, Red Crescent says
A video recovered from the cellphone of an aid worker killed in Gaza alongside other rescuers shows their final moments, according to the Palestine Red Crescent, with clearly marked ambulances and emergency lights flashing as heavy gunfire erupts. The aid worker was among 15 humanitarian personnel who were killed on March 23 in an attack […]
Myanmar death toll at 3,354, junta leader returns from summit
The death toll from Myanmar’s devastating earthquake climbed to 3,354, with 4,850 injured and 220 missing, state media said on Saturday, as the visiting UN aid chief praised humanitarian and community groups for leading the aid response. The leader of the military government, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, was back in the capital Naypyitaw after […]
Mass protests across the US target trump and Musk’s policies
On April 5, protests broke out in Washington and other US cities against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Organizers planned 1,200 protests nationwide. They expect it to be the largest protest day against Trump and Musk. Over 20,000 people are expected to rally at the National Mall. The protests follow Trump’s executive orders and […]
India delivers food aid to Myanmar after devastating earthquake
On April 5, India’s navy delivered 442 tonnes of food aid to Myanmar, following a deadly 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28. The aid, which included rice, cooking oil, noodles, and biscuits, arrived at Thilawa port on the Indian navy ship INS Gharial. The food will help provide relief to the survivors, who are still struggling […]
New evidence could change our understanding of the Giza pyramids’ history
Italian researchers have claimed to uncover new evidence beneath Egypt’s Giza pyramids, suggesting a hidden city. The team, led by Dr. Mei, found shafts and chambers deep under the Khafre pyramid, which they believe are 38,000 years old. If true, this could reshape our understanding of ancient history. The researchers propose that the Giza complex […]
UAE introduces new tax measures to boost investment
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced new tax regulations aimed at encouraging investment. These measures focus on improving tax benefits for Qualifying Investment Funds (QIFs) and Qualifying Limited Partnerships. The changes aim to attract more foreign capital and stimulate economic growth. Under the new rules, income from QIFs will be exempt from UAE Corporate […]
Israeli fire kills 15 medics in Southern Gaza, claims Palestinian paramedic
A Palestinian paramedic has shared details of an incident where Israeli fire killed 15 aid workers in southern Gaza. The incident occurred on March 23, 2025, near Rafah when emergency vehicles came under fire. The paramedic, Munther Abed, was detained by Israeli soldiers before the shooting began. After several days of uncertainty, the bodies of […]