British authorities are searching for two inmates mistakenly released from prison — Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, convicted of sexual assault, and William Smith, accused of fraud. The men were released on October 29 and November 5 amid what officials called a major administrative failure. Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary David Lammy announced stricter prison controls and […]
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City to discuss urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza and efforts toward a two-state solution. The meeting, marking the 10th anniversary of the Vatican’s recognition of Palestine, was described as cordial in an official statement. Abbas also visited the tomb of the late Pope […]
Ahead of Victory Day on November 8, Azerbaijan held a military march in Baku to commemorate the 5th anniversary of its victory in the Second Karabakh War. Military academy cadets and officers paraded through the capital’s main streets accompanied by military bands and marches. Residents gathered along the route from Martyrs’ Lane to the Inner […]
A Ukrainian drone strike on Russia’s Volgograd region killed one person and damaged several buildings, according to local officials. Volgograd Governor Andrey Bocharov said a 48-year-old man died from shrapnel after a fire broke out in an industrial area of Krasnoarmeysk. Flights were grounded at 13 airports across Russia following the overnight attack. The Russian […]
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that flights at 40 major airports will be reduced by 10 percent starting tomorrow due to the ongoing government shutdown. The measure, aimed at managing staff shortages, could be reversed if Congress reaches a deal to reopen the government. The shutdown, now in its second month, has left about […]
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will file a lawsuit against a drunk man who physically harassed her during a public event in Mexico City. Footage showed the man approaching her from behind and attempting to kiss her before being detained. Sheinbaum stated, “What will happen to other Mexican women if I don’t file a […]
The death toll from floods and landslides caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi in the central Philippines has risen to 114, with 127 people still missing, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. Most of the deaths occurred in Cebu, where entire neighborhoods were submerged. Over 1.9 million people were affected nationwide, and nearly […]
EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas said Türkiye remains a key partner and important regional actor for the European Union during her visit to the Greek Cypriot Administration ahead of its upcoming EU presidency. At a joint press conference in Nicosia, Kallas discussed the Cyprus issue, regional security, and cooperation with Türkiye. “We have positive […]
Thailand celebrated its traditional Loy Krathong, or Floating Lantern Festival, with dazzling colors and lights on November 5. Locals gathered by rivers and lakes to release handmade lanterns, or “krathongs,” into the water with prayers. This year’s celebrations highlighted eco-friendly designs, with bread and chip-based lanterns that don’t harm aquatic life. Tourists also joined […]
A rare “supermoon” — when the Moon comes closest to Earth — lit up Japan’s night sky, appearing up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than usual. The striking view was captured by the Kitasubaru Observatory in Hokkaido’s Nayaro City and by amateur photographers across the country, creating a stunning visual spectacle for skywatchers.