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WHO calls on China to share Covid origins data after five years
In 2019, Covid-19 pendamic killed millions of people, shredded economies and crippled health systems
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India launches rocket to test space docking for future space station, moon mission
In August 2023, India became the fourth nation to land an unmanned craft on the Moon, joining Russia, US, and China
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Trump ordered to pay $5m for sexual abuse, defamation
NY jury finds Trump sexually abused Carroll in a Manhattan store in 1996 after a nine-day civil trial last year
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Afghan men convicted of people smuggling in Belgium arrested in UK
Belgian prosecutors said the gang arranged migrant journeys from Afghanistan via Iran, Turkiye, and to Europe
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Sudan government rejects UN-backed famine declaration
Sudan rejects UN-backed famine report, calling it "speculative," while aid groups warn of worsening hunger crisis.
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Taliban ban windows in women's areas
The Taliban bans windows overlooking areas used by women, citing concerns over privacy and "obscene acts."
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Shark kills man fishing in Great Barrier Reef
A shark kills a 40-year-old man fishing with his family near Australia's Great Barrier Reef, officials confirm.
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N Korea calls for 'toughest' strategy to counter US
North Korea plans its "toughest" anti-US strategy amid closer ties with Russia and growing tensions in Asia.
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Chad votes in general election after three years of army rule
Chad held general elections amidst claims of fraud.
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Former US president Jimmy Carter dies aged 100
Jimmy Carter, 100, Nobel laureate and former US president, passes away, leaving a legacy of peace and social justice.









