The US Congress officially confirmed Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 presidential election, securing 312 Electoral College votes against Vice President Kamala Harris’s 226. The session, held on the anniversary of the 2021 Capitol riots, was marked by heavy attendance despite snowfall in Washington, D.C. Vice President Harris, who presided over the […]
A severe snowstorm sweeping across the central and eastern United States has claimed nine lives and caused widespread disruptions. Fatalities from snow-related traffic accidents were reported in Virginia (3), Missouri (2), Kansas (2), North Carolina (1), and West Virginia (1). States of emergency were declared in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Kansas, Missouri, Kentucky, and […]
New York City has implemented the USA’s first “traffic congestion fee” to address heavy traffic in Manhattan. Vehicles entering designated zones south of 60th Street during peak hours will be charged $9, with a reduced fee of $2.25 during off-peak times. The toll applies to several major tunnels and bridges, excluding main routes like […]
The 41st Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival, held in China’s Heilongjiang province, showcased dazzling displays of ice art and festive activities. Amid breathtaking sculptures spread across a 1-million-square-meter area, 42 couples from 17 regions tied the knot in a colorful ice wedding ceremony, defying the freezing temperatures. This year’s festival, themed “Dream […]
Severe fog in Pakistan’s Punjab province has reduced visibility to below 50 meters, causing flight delays and highway closures, including the Lahore-Islamabad route. Authorities urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and follow traffic rules, while police advised drivers to use fog lights and reduce speed to ensure safety.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed concerns over growing Russia-North Korea ties, suggesting Moscow plans to share advanced space and satellite technologies with Pyongyang. Speaking alongside South Korean counterpart Cho Tae-yul, Blinken warned this collaboration could signal a shift in Russia’s stance on North Korea’s nuclear program. Blinken’s visit was the first by […]
Ishak Pasha Palace, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture in Ağrı, Türkiye, welcomed 260,000 visitors in 2024. Blending Ottoman, Seljuk, baroque, and rococo styles, the palace captivates tourists with its historic mosque, tomb, courtyards, and richly decorated halls. Located near Doğubayazıt, the UNESCO-listed site offers a glimpse into history, attracting both local and international travelers […]
Qabun, once home to 70,000 people in northern Damascus, now lies in rubble after heavy bombings during Syria’s civil war. The neighborhood, targeted for alleged opposition tunnels, has been reduced to desolation, with only shepherds and farmers now entering the area. Local resident Abu Menze Ahras stated, “They destroyed this place with airstrikes, forcing […]
Ekrem Mahmut, a Syrian Turkmen who lived in Türkiye for 12 years, has returned to Damascus after the regime’s fall. Now working as a shoe shiner, Mahmut expressed gratitude to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, saying, “He cared for us, may God bless him.” Calling on Syrians in Türkiye to return, Mahmut stated, “Syria […]
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly considering resignation amid internal Liberal Party opposition. Sources suggest he may step down before the party convention on Wednesday. Trudeau’s leadership has faced declining support, confidence vote challenges, and U.S. tariff pressures.