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Prisoner exchange process begins in Yemen between government and Houthis
A three-day process for the exchange of prisoners has begun between the Yemeni government and the Houthis, as per a recent agreement between the two parties. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) stated that the first plane…
Nepalese celebrate Biska festival to mark New Year
Thousands of people gathered early in the morning on Kathmandu's outskirts to celebrate the 'Biska Jatra' festival in Thimi, Nepal. While celebrating the festival, women lit butter lamps, young people sang and danced and people carried a…
Thousands celebrate traditional water splashing festival in China
Thousands of people recently gathered in Mangshi, a city located in southwest China's Yunnan province, to celebrate the traditional water splashing festival. The festival is an occasion for joyous celebration, with people dressed in festive…
Thailand’s traditional water festival began
The Water Festival Songkran, which is accepted as the beginning of the new year according to the Thai calendar of the South Asian country and symbolizes fertility, was celebrated with organized events. The traditional celebrations, which…
Over One Million Protest in France Against Pension Reform
Protests in France against the controversial pension reform passed without a vote in parliament continue, with the participation exceeding one million, according to the General Confederation of Labor (CGT). The demonstrators demand the…
Ukrainian military destroys anti-tank mines near Bucha
On a military range outside Kyiv, the Ukrainian military surveyed a crater and exploded anti-tank mines and other explosive items near the town of Bucha.
Additionally, when Russian forces attempted to reach the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv…
Heavy rain caused flooding in Florida, US
Heavy rain in Broward County, Florida, USA, resulted in flooding on Fort Lauderdale streets. While many vehicles were trapped in flash floods, some roads were closed. Flights were canceled due to flooding on the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood…
Public holiday declared in Iraq due to heavy rain
A public holiday was declared throughout Iraq due to the heavy rain and flooding in the country. The most affected cities in the country were Baghdad, Al Anbar, Erbil, Mosul, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok, Al Diwaniyah, and Kirkuk. In the country's…
India’s Retail Inflation Drops to 15-Month Low in March
India's retail inflation dropped to a 15-month low at 5.66% in March, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MoSPI) on Monday. The fall was mainly due to a decline in the prices of essential…
Rural traditions meets modern entertainment at Sydney Royal Easter Show
Visitors can enjoy global cuisine, thrilling rides, and spectacular fireworks. The show is also home to over 700 free-range animals, and visitors can pat and feed them at the farmyard nursery. The 2023 edition includes new programs such as…