Landslides Kill 7 After Heavy Rain in Southern China

  Landslides triggered by heavy rain have killed 7 people and left at least 21 missing in southern China. In Guizhou province, 2 were confirmed dead and 19 are still unaccounted for in Qingyang village, where rescue efforts involving 400 personnel continue. Authorities issued alerts for nearby Hunan and Jiangxi provinces, warning of further landslide […]

Türkiye Explores 5G, Tech Cooperation with China’s Huawei and ZTE

  Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu met with Huawei and ZTE executives in China to discuss cooperation on 5G, digital infrastructure, and smart transportation. Uraloğlu emphasized Türkiye’s goal of becoming a hub for advanced technology production and export. Talks with Huawei focused on integrating 5G with AI-powered autonomous driving, while the meeting with ZTE […]

Israeli Strike Kills 9 in Gaza Warehouse Shelter

Nine civilians sheltering in a warehouse in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza, were killed in an Israeli airstrike, according to Palestinian sources. Survivors said the attack occurred around 2 a.m. without warning. “Most of the dead were children and women,” said Noureddin Abu al-Hussein, who lost his family in the strike. Over 53,000 people have been […]

Russia Strikes Patriot System in Ukraine

Russia said it hit a U.S.-made Patriot air defense system in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region with an Iskander missile, destroying key components. Despite recent ceasefire talks in Istanbul, clashes continue. Russia also claimed to have downed 105 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 35 over the Moscow region.

Historic Drum Tower Collapses in China

The roof of the Fengyang Drum Tower in China’s Anhui Province collapsed on May 19, causing panic among tourists but no injuries. Built in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty and rebuilt in 1995, the tower had been under maintenance due to structural concerns. Authorities have launched an investigation.

Floods Kill 2 in Australia’s New South Wales

Severe flooding in New South Wales, Australia, has left two people dead and hundreds of homes without power following heavy rainfall. Thousands were stranded as roads closed and education was suspended across the state. Premier Chris Minns warned of more bad news ahead and apologized for delays in rescue operations. Authorities say 2,500 emergency workers […]

Clashes Erupt at Pension Protest in Argentina

  Violence broke out in Buenos Aires as retirees, unions, and football fans protested President Javier Milei’s austerity policies and demanded higher pensions. Clashes with police left many injured near the Congress building. Lawmakers failed to pass bills supporting pension hikes, with 133 absent during the vote. While opposition figures called the situation “unacceptable,” Milei’s […]

Oleander Bloom Offers Visual Feast in Turkish Mountains

  Pink oleander trees have transformed the mountain slopes of Kozan’s Memili Neighborhood in Adana, Türkiye, into a colorful spectacle. Despite being known as the “flower of death” due to their toxicity, the blooming trees are attracting photographers and nature lovers. Local visitor Filiz Sakin said, “Although it’s called poisonous, oleander is also used in […]

Two Killed in Attack Near Israeli Embassy in Washington

Two Israeli Embassy employees were killed in an armed attack near the Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., at around 9:00 p.m. local time. The suspect, 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, was arrested at the scene after shouting “Free Palestine.” US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem condemned the attack and vowed justice, while the FBI launched […]

Aid Trucks Enter Gaza, UN Says It Received None

Israel has eased its blockade on Gaza, allowing 100 humanitarian aid trucks to enter the territory via the Kerem Shalom Crossing, according to COGAT. The trucks carried flour, baby food, and medical supplies, all inspected by Israeli authorities. However, the UN stated it has not received any of the aid and said Israeli officials have […]