The Epsilon S rocket engine developed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) exploded during a test at the Noshiro Rocket Test Center, triggering a fire that was brought under control after two hours. No injuries were reported and an investigation is underway. The Epsilon series, initiated in 2007, is designed to boost efficiency and […]
Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is in Indonesia to attend the Fifth ASEAN-Turkey Sectoral Dialogue Partnership Trilateral Meeting. He has met with Indonesian President Joko Widodo and is set to have further discussions with Indonesia’s Foreign Minister and ASEAN representatives. They plan to assess the current state of Turkey-ASEAN relations and propose plans for future […]
As the Europe-wide heatwave impacts Greece, the country has initiated protective measures. The Greek Ministry of Labor permits remote work or special leave for employees with health conditions. Outdoor workers are offered flexible commuting times, and all employees are urged to stay indoors during peak heat hours. Authorities advise the public and tourists to stay […]
Over the past two weeks, Northern India has been devastated by catastrophic floods and landslides caused by continuous heavy rains, leading to over 100 deaths. Himachal Pradesh was the hardest hit, with 88 reported fatalities, significant infrastructure damage, and hundreds of homes destroyed or partially damaged. The capital, New Delhi, experienced severe flooding after […]
Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees in various countries including Spain, France, Greece, and parts of Turkey and Italy. In Italy, temperatures are expected to rise to 48.8 degrees, leading to a red alert in multiple cities. One fatality has been reported so far in Italy due to the extreme […]
Following heavy rains in Pakistan’s Punjab province, 40 villages were inundated by the flooding of the Cenap River. A timely evacuation prevented loss of life. The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has placed district governments of Okara, Pakpattan, Bahawalnagar, and Wazirabad on red alert for potential flooding, and precautions are in place near the […]
A fire, reportedly caused by a short circuit, erupted at Galaxy Mall in Greater Noida, India. Amidst the panic, two individuals attempted to escape through the mall’s window. Onlookers outside the mall positioned soft objects like beds and cushions beneath the building, encouraging the trapped individuals to jump. One person eventually dropped from the third […]
A brawl erupted in the Kosovo Parliament between ruling and opposition deputies during a tense plenary session. The conflict was sparked by a controversial greeting and a photo of Prime Minister Albin Kurti, which was torn by Deputy Prime Minister Besnik Bislimi. The situation escalated with physical attacks, leading to the Prime Minister being escorted […]
Inli Balıklı Lake in the Çay district of Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye home to nearly 30,000 carp, has revealed a breathtaking panorama with the onset of summer. Aerial drone footage has captured a picture-perfect landscape of the lake. Established in 2002, this 5,000 square meter artificial pond was created with water from the Selevir Dam in İnli […]
A large meteor lit up the night sky as it traveled over Bulgaria and ultimately fell in Romania. The celestial event was spotted in various Bulgarian cities including Sofia, Vidin, and Plovdiv, and occurred at 21:49 local time. Romanian authorities confirmed that the meteor, a “bolide”, exploded in the atmosphere before landing.