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Day: December 22, 2024

Turkish Foreign Minister Meets Syria’s New Leader, Urges Lifting of Sanctions

In a pivotal diplomatic meeting, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Damascus to engage with Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, signaling a fresh chapter in the war-torn country’s political and humanitarian landscape. The discussions focused on fostering unity, rebuilding Syria, and advocating for the removal of international sanctions, following the fall of the Bashar al-Assad […]

Israeli Forces Kill 32 Palestinians in a Day, Target Kamal Adwan Hospital Amid Escalating Violence

The relentless violence in Gaza continues as Israeli military strikes have killed at least 32 Palestinians and injured 54 others in the past 24 hours, according to the Health Ministry in Gaza. The attacks, targeting multiple locations across the besieged territory, underscore the escalating humanitarian crisis and the dire conditions faced by millions of residents […]

Anti-Immigrant Sentiment Escalates Following German Market Tragedy

The festive stalls of Magdeburg’s Christmas market, adorned with glühwein lights and tinsel, now stand deserted and closed. A grim silence has replaced holiday cheer as police guard the cordoned-off street, where forensic teams are meticulously examining the scene of Friday night’s devastating car-ramming attack. The assault claimed at least five lives, including a 9-year-old […]

Risk of Rohingya influx in Bangladesh again

Bangladesh has acknowledged that Rohingya influx is due to ‘corruption’ on the border, but has dismissed the possibility of a new ‘Rohingya influx’ from Rakhine. Meanwhile, the BBC’s Burmese department reported that the state administration’s military council or government forces there had lost control of the town of Kanpetlet in neighboring Chin State. The soldiers […]

Ivanka Trump Steps Away from Politics, Embraces Private Life and Humanitarian Work

For much of her adult life, Ivanka Trump worked closely with her father, Donald Trump. Whether designing hotels during his real estate career, joining him on the set of his reality TV show, or supporting his campaigns and presidency from the West Wing, she was a constant presence by his side.However, in January 2021, Ivanka […]

Elon Musk’s Changing View of Britain: From Affection to Criticism

In 2012, following a business trip to London and Oxford, Elon Musk tweeted, “Just returned… I met with many interesting people. I really like Britain!” Fast forward to 2024, and Musk’s opinion of Britain has taken a sharp turn.Musk now shares provocative comments on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Civil war is inevitable,” “Britain is going […]

“Captain America” Saved on Colorado Highway by Sheriff’s Deputy

Even superheroes need help sometimes. A Colorado sheriff’s deputy came to the rescue of “Captain America” last Wednesday after the hero’s motorcycle broke down while an route to a children’s hospital event.Matt Gnojek, who goes by Colorado Captain, was on his way to participate in a holiday parade at a local hospital when his motorcycle’s […]

Syria’s Minorities Navigate Uncertain Future Amid Regime Change

Driving into Mezzeh 86, a working-class neighborhood in western Damascus, one encounters checkpoints managed by fighters from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). The area, with its crumbling buildings, is home to members of the Alawite sect—a minority group that has historically held power under the Assad family’s rule. For 50 years, Alawites, an offshoot of Shia […]

No Evidence of Blake Lively Complaint Against Justin Baldoni

As of December 22, 2024, there are no credible reports or evidence indicating that Blake Lively has filed a complaint accusing Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment, nor that Baldoni has been dropped by WME (William Morris Endeavor) as a result. Both Lively and Baldoni are actively involved in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel […]

World Bank Approves $1.16 Billion for Development Projects in Bangladesh

The World Bank has approved $1.16 billion in funding for three major projects aimed at enhancing health services, improving water and sanitation systems, and promoting climate-resilient and sustainable development in Bangladesh.The largest portion, a $500 million credit, will support Bangladesh’s transition to green and climate-resilient growth. This includes reforms for better public planning, air pollution […]