Pension Reform Protests in France: Bordeaux Town Hall Set on Fire

Protests against France’s pension reform saw the front door of Bordeaux Town Hall set ablaze. Nationwide demonstrations attracted around 3.5 million people according to French unions, and over 1 million according to police estimates. 457 individuals were detained and 441 police officers were injured, according to French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin.

Giant Tent in Taiwan flies away in Strong Wind, Injuring One

One day before the opening ceremony of the 2023 Taiwanese National Indigenous Games in Taipei, the giant tent set up in the event area was lifted by a sudden strong wind. The collapsed tent fell on the guests who were trying to escape. A Japanese tourist suffered minor injuries to his foot. The tourist was […]

Protesters clash with police in France

Protests in France continued on the ninth day after the controversial pension reform was passed, primarily in the capital, Paris. Demonstrators set garbage on fire and smashed the windows of shops and bus stops. Police used tear gas to disperse the angry crowd, and 58 people have been arrested so far. According to the French […]

Forest Fire Ravages Spain, Prompts Evacuation of thousands

A forest fire in the eastern region of Valencia, Spain has resulted in the evacuation of over a thousand people. The fire began at noon near the town of Villanueva de Viver and quickly grew out of control, threatening nearby towns and villages. Currently, approximately 900 hectares of land have been affected. The Valencia fire […]

Anger over controversial justice system reform plan continues in Israel

After the approval of several laws by Israel’s parliament to reform the justice system as well as limit the power of the Supreme Court, countrywide anti-government demonstrations have intensified. Hundreds of people demonstrated across the country, with demonstrators blocking the Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv. During the demonstration, police used water cannons to disperse demonstrators.

Public sector warning strike demonstrated in Berlin

A few days before the next negotiations, Germany’s United Services union, ver.di, called for a full-day warning strike in Berlin by public sector employees and trainees. Employees at Berlin Waste Management, BSR (Berliner Stadtreinigung), and Berlin Waterworks Wasserbetriebe are also on strike, in addition to Charite, Vivantes subsidiary, and the Jewish Hospital. During the demonstration, […]

Zebra escaped from zoo, causing traffic chaos in South Korea

A zebra broke through a wooden barrier and escaped from a zoo in Seoul, South Korea. When the zebra appeared in the city center, it mingled with the vehicles in the traffic, causing several dangerous situations. Firefighters and zoo authorities are still trying to capture the 2-year-old zebra without harming it.

Video Showcases Turkey’s Apricot Trees throughout the Seasons

In the heart of Turkey, apricot trees are blooming, signaling the start of a new season. A recently released video showcases the life cycle of these trees throughout the year, from the dormant winter months to the lush growth of spring and the fruitful harvest of autumn. In the video, viewers are taken on a […]

Migrant storks take a break in Türkiye’s Kütahya

During the arrival of spring, Kütahya’s Domaniç district was covered with storks that migrated from the South to the North in Türkiye. They landed on cultivated lands and descended into fields throughout the district. Thousands of storks were observed, splitting into groups and spreading across the area. Passersby were mesmerized by the sight and captured […]