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The United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan has reported an ongoing rise in abductions, sexual violence and attacks on civilians, warning that the scale of abuses may constitute serious human rights violations. According to JURIST NEWS, the United Nations…

Power Restored in Southwest Berlin After Weeklong Blackout ……….. Electricity has been fully restored in southwest Berlin following a five-day blackout, the longest in the city since 1945, Anadolu Agency reports. The outage, affecting around 100,000 residents and 2,200 businesses,…

Nepal Border Town Sees Flared Tension Following Mosque Vandalism; India Seals Border ———————– Communal tensions have erupted in parts of Nepal along the Indian border, prompting authorities to enforce a high-security alert, Clarion India reported. Protests broke out in Birgunj,…

Severe Winter Weather Disrupts Travel and Claims Lives Across Europe ………. At least six people have died as heavy snow, ice and freezing temperatures continue to disrupt large parts of Europe, causing widespread travel chaos and safety concerns, according to…

Muslim Hikers Expedition Reaches Everest Base Camp, Raises £50,000 for Charity ————————— A group of more than 30 people organised by Muslim Hikers, an outdoor activities network based in Coventry, successfully reached Mount Everest base camp in an expedition that…

UK introduces ban on junk food ads to curb childhood obesity ———————– The UK on Monday implemented a nationwide ban on junk food advertising on television and online as a part of government efforts to address rising childhood obesity, Anadolu…

UN Secretary General voices concern over disregard for international law after US military action in Venezuela ———————— The Secretary General of the UN on Monday reiterated deep concern over disrespect for international law following recent US military action against Venezuela…

Morocco sees record number of tourist visits in 2025 ———————————- Morocco drew nearly 20 million tourist arrivals in 2025, marking a record year for the North African country, Arab News reported. The kingdom welcomed 19.8 million tourists, a 14 percent…

Heavy Snow Forces School Closures and Travel Disruptions Across Northern Scotland ……… Heavy snowfall has caused widespread school closures and major travel disruptions across northern Scotland, the BBC reported. Roads, rail lines, and airports were severely affected in areas including…

Germany Records Sharp Fall in Asylum Applications Amid Policy Shift ……….. Germany recorded a steep decline in asylum applications last year, with first-time requests falling to 113,236 in 2025, less than half the previous year’s total, according to Interior Ministry…