A century-old Seoul ginkgo tree has become the center of a mystery in the city’s Buam-dong neighbourhood. The large tree once stood green and healthy through Seoul’s humid summers. This year, however, its leaves began turning brown and falling unusually early. Local residents quickly noticed the change. For many people in Buam-dong, the tree is… Continue reading Seoul Ginkgo Tree Sparks Poisoning Mystery
North Korea has rejected a new International Atomic Energy Agency resolution calling for an end to its nuclear weapons activities. The North Korea IAEA resolution was adopted during the agency’s 70th General Conference in Vienna on September 17. It reaffirmed that North Korea cannot hold nuclear-weapons-state status under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and called on… Continue reading North Korea IAEA Resolution Rejected as Nuclear Status Disputed
At least 21 people have been martyred and more than 80 injured after a powerful explosion near a mosque at Kohat Police Lines in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to senior police and health officials. The Kohat mosque blast occurred on Friday near the Old Police Lines. Initial reports said an explosives-laden vehicle struck the police compound.… Continue reading Kohat Mosque Blast Kills 21, More Than 80 Injured
Engineers India Middle East business could gain from new energy infrastructure projects planned by Gulf countries to reduce their reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. Engineers India Chairman Atul Gupta said the company is already discussing projects with the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. The plans include pipelines, oil terminals and marine infrastructure that… Continue reading Engineers India Middle East: New Hormuz Opportunities
A Philippines school shooting at Banga National High School in South Cotabato has left three people dead and eight others injured. The victims include two 14-year-old students and the 16-year-old student accused of carrying out the attack. The teenage gunman later died by suicide, according to local officials and Reuters. Four of the injured students… Continue reading Philippines School Shooting Leaves Three Dead
China Iran Houthi tensions have gained a new diplomatic dimension after Beijing privately asked Tehran to use its influence to restrain Yemen’s Houthis, according to three Iranian sources cited by Reuters. The reported message came after Saudi Arabia appealed to China for help following rapid Houthi advances along Yemen’s Red Sea coast and around the… Continue reading China Iran Houthi Tensions Rise After Saudi Appeal
Pakistan social media regulation will come under fresh discussion as the Interior Ministry prepares consultations with key stakeholders. Sources said the ministry wants to address growing concerns about child exploitation and inappropriate content online. Officials will also examine ways to strengthen the country’s social media rules. One proposal would set a minimum age for social… Continue reading Pakistan Social Media Regulation: Ministry Seeks Input
Nepal plans to use a new climate study to support a financial request from the United Nations fund created to help countries recover from climate-related loss and damage. The Nepal UN climate fund request could seek around $20 million, according to reports. The money would help support reconstruction after the devastating floods and landslides that… Continue reading Nepal UN Climate Fund Claim After Deadly Floods
Quantum Valley Pakistan has officially launched with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship and high-tech development. Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said the initiative could connect Pakistani talent with international technology and innovation centres. He made the remarks at the launch ceremony in Islamabad on Wednesday. The initiative aims to bring… Continue reading Quantum Valley Pakistan Opens Startup Pathways
Karachi airport firing left one Shaheen Force official martyred and another injured after unidentified suspects opened fire near the Airport Colony gate, according to police. The officials were patrolling within the jurisdiction of Airport Police Station when they noticed suspicious people travelling on a rickshaw and a motorcycle. Police said the officers tried to stop… Continue reading Karachi Airport Firing: Shaheen Force Official Martyred
