January 8, 2025 4:10 am

Day: January 2, 2025

New Bone Test Could Rewrite British History, Scientists Claim

A groundbreaking DNA analysis method is set to challenge our understanding of Britain’s early history, from the end of Roman rule through to the Anglo-Saxon and Viking eras, according to researchers.Previously, DNA analysis was adept at tracking significant genetic changes over millennia, helping trace human evolution from our primate ancestors. Now, a new approach allows […]

Syria’s Interim Curriculum Changes Spark Online Outrage

Syria’s newly appointed government is facing significant backlash following the announcement of curriculum changes in schools, which some critics argue introduces an Islamist perspective into education. The changes, detailed in a list of amendments posted on the education ministry’s official Facebook page, include altering terms such as “path of goodness” to “Islamic path,” and modifying […]

Victims of the New Orleans New Year’s Attack: A Heartbreaking Tale

Martin “Tiger” Bech – In his late twenties, Martin was not just a name in sports but a legend at Princeton University. Known affectionately as “Tiger,” his nickname was a testament to his spirit both on and off the field. His football coach, Bob Surace, remembered him as a relentless competitor with boundless energy, a […]

UK Independent Report: Chattogram Teacher Struggles with Meal Reduction Amid Economic Hardships

A primary school teacher from Chattogram, Sehnaz Khan, told The Independent, UK, that escalating living costs have forced her family to reduce their daily meals from three to barely two. The economic struggles faced by Sehnaz and others highlight a broader dissatisfaction with the current Yunus administration, which has been criticized for not alleviating economic […]

Everton Facing Bigger Challenges Than Maupay’s Social Media Comments – Dyche

Everton manager Sean Dyche has downplayed the significance of striker Neal Maupay’s recent social media post, stating that the club has more pressing issues to address. The Toffees suffered a 2-0 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest on Sunday. Following the loss, Maupay, who is currently on loan at Marseille, posted on X (formerly Twitter): […]

Oldest Olympic Gold Medallist Agnes Keleti Passes Away at 103

Agnes Keleti, a Holocaust survivor and the oldest Olympic gold medallist, has passed away at the age of 103. The Hungarian gymnast achieved her first Olympic gold medal at the age of 31 during the 1952 Helsinki Games and later added four more golds at the 1956 Melbourne Games. Keleti remains the oldest female gymnast […]

BYD Closes in on Tesla as EV Sales Surge

Chinese automaker BYD has reported a significant rise in sales, intensifying its competition with Tesla for the title of the world’s top electric vehicle (EV) seller in 2024. BYD sold 207,734 EVs in December, bringing its total annual sales to 1.76 million. This impressive performance was fueled by government subsidies and discounts, which attracted a […]

Mamata Banerjee Alleges BSF Complicity in Infiltration, Border Security Force Denies Charges

On Thursday, January 2, 2025, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the Border Security Force (BSF) of enabling infiltration from Bangladesh as part of an alleged central government plan to destabilize the state. Speaking at an administrative review meeting, Banerjee claimed that infiltrators were entering through border regions such as Islampur, Sitai, and Chopra. […]

Pakistan Elected to UNSC: Implications for India’s Permanent Membership Bid

January 1, 2025 – Pakistan has officially begun its two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Elected in June 2024, Pakistan received overwhelming support with 182 votes out of 1852. This marks Pakistan’s eighth term on the council. Ambassador Munir Akram, Pakistan’s top diplomat at the UN, has vowed […]

Babies in Gaza at Risk of Disease and Death as Winter Approaches

The ongoing war in Gaza, Palestine, has forcibly displaced over 1.9 million people, leaving families to face the harsh winter in makeshift tents that provide minimal protection from the cold. Children are particularly vulnerable, as dropping temperatures and inadequate access to essentials like water, food, and warm shelter put their lives at risk. On December […]