Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said Wednesday that Tehran and Oman had reached an understanding on sharing revenues linked to the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement came a day after senior Iranian and Omani diplomats met in Tehran to discuss the future of the vital waterway. IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebi said negotiations had covered how… Continue reading Iran Oman Hormuz Deal: IRGC Says Revenues to Be Shared
Hospital Nursery Fire Kills 14 Newborns A hospital nursery fire in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad killed 14 newborns on Wednesday, officials said. The fire reportedly started after an air conditioner exploded inside the nursery at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). Fifteen babies were in the nursery when the fire broke out. Hospital staff rescued… Continue reading Hospital Nursery Fire Kills 14 Newborns in Islamabad
Brazil’s October presidential election is creating a sharp political divide. However, investors see less difference between the leading candidates when it comes to the country’s difficult fiscal outlook. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking another term against right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Recent polling shows a competitive race,… Continue reading Brazil Election 2026: Lula, Bolsonaro Face Fiscal Test
A Kenyan mother died after postpartum bleeding left her waiting for hours for specialist treatment, highlighting the serious healthcare challenges facing women in rural parts of the country. Penina Zawadi, 29, had reportedly enjoyed a healthy pregnancy before undergoing a cesarean section at Malindi Hospital. Before entering the operating room, Zawadi gave her jewelry to… Continue reading Kenyan Mother Postpartum Bleeding: Woman Dies
The former chief constable of West Midlands Police faces a police watchdog investigation over the decision to ban Israeli football supporters from a match against Aston Villa. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has notified Craig Guildford that it is investigating him for potential gross misconduct. Three serving police officers and a member of… Continue reading Israeli Fan Ban: Ex-Chief Constable Investigated
Romania Senate Approves Controversial Integrity Law Romania’s Senate has approved a controversial integrity law that could force Timișoara Mayor Dominic Fritz out of office. Lawmakers approved the measure on Wednesday with 109 votes in favour and 19 against. Only senators from Fritz’s Save Romania Union (USR) opposed the legislation. However, the measure has attracted criticism… Continue reading Romania Integrity Law Threatens Dominic Fritz’s Mayoral Post
CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow on Tuesday for meetings with Russian officials, according to U.S. media reports citing people familiar with the visit. The trip would mark the first known visit by a serving U.S. intelligence chief to Moscow since former CIA Director William Burns met Russian President Vladimir Putin there in November… Continue reading John Ratcliffe Moscow Visit: CIA Chief in Russia
Hormuz Temporary Corridor Talks Continue Iran and Oman are working on plans for a temporary navigation corridor through the Strait of Hormuz as efforts to resolve the wider conflict with the United States remain stalled. The two countries discussed the management of shipping through the strategic waterway on Tuesday. Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said… Continue reading Hormuz Temporary Corridor Planned by Iran and Oman
Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ Celebrated With Religious Fervor Muslims across Pakistan are celebrating Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ today with great religious fervor and solemnity. The occasion marks the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. People across the country are gathering for prayers, religious programmes and Milad events. Moreover, the government has declared the day a public holiday.… Continue reading Eid Milad-un-Nabi Celebrations Held Across Pakistan Today
Colombian officials are investigating whether criminal groups started some of the forest fires that have burned nearly 30,000 hectares of land in Tolima province this month. Tolima Governor Adriana Matiz said authorities have found what she called “serious clues” pointing to possible sabotage. She has also filed a complaint with Colombia’s attorney general. Criminal Groups… Continue reading Tolima Forest Fires: Criminal Groups Suspected in Colombia
