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US Conducts Strikes Against Daesh in Somalia
March 27, 2025
US Conducts Strikes Against Daesh in Somalia
The United States, in coordination with the Somali government, conducted air strikes on Daesh targets in the Golis mountains of Puntland, Somalia, Rudaw reported. While Daesh has a smaller presence in Somalia compared to Al-Shabab, experts have noted an increase…
Iraq Arrests Seven Suspected ISIS Members Across Three Provinces
March 27, 2025
Iraq Arrests Seven Suspected ISIS Members Across Three Provinces
Iraqi security forces arrested seven suspected Islamic State (ISIS) militants in operations across Anbar, Kirkuk, and Nineveh provinces, Rudaw reported. These arrests were made through well-planned ambushes and raids targeting terrorist locations. The suspects are wanted under Article 4 of…
Syria’s Interim Constitution Raises Concerns Over Potential Authoritarian Rule, Warns Human Rights Watch
March 27, 2025
Syria’s Interim Constitution Raises Concerns Over Potential Authoritarian Rule, Warns Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has expressed serious concerns regarding Syria’s interim constitution, suggesting it could pave the way for authoritarian governance. The organization highlighted that the proposed framework lacks essential safeguards for human rights and democratic processes, potentially undermining the…
Japan Enhances AI Education in High Schools
March 27, 2025
Japan Enhances AI Education in High Schools
Japan is intensifying its focus on artificial intelligence (AI) education in high schools, recognizing the need to equip students for the technology’s significant potential—both beneficial and harmful, Anadolu Agency reported. According to public broadcaster NHK, 48 senior high school textbooks…
EU Urges Public to Prepare 72 Hours of Emergency Supplies
March 27, 2025
EU Urges Public to Prepare 72 Hours of Emergency Supplies
The European Commission has announced a new EU Preparedness Union Strategy, encouraging citizens to stockpile emergency supplies for at least 72 hours, Reuters reported. This initiative aims to prepare for various risks, including natural disasters, cyber attacks, and geopolitical crises.…
Migrant deaths in Asia reach record high in 2024, UN data reveals
March 27, 2025
Migrant deaths in Asia reach record high in 2024, UN data reveals
In 2024, migrant deaths in Asia reached a record high, with at least 2,514 fatalities reported, a 59% increase from 2023, according to the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM). The surge is primarily linked to vulnerable populations, particularly the…
EU to adopt digital driving license by 2030
March 27, 2025
EU to adopt digital driving license by 2030
The EU will implement digital driving licenses accessible via mobile devices by the end of 2030, according to a European Commission statement. This directive aims to enhance road safety, harmonize driver suitability requirements, and standardize probation periods for novice drivers.…
Dubai International Airport to receive over 3.5m travelers during Eid holiday
March 27, 2025
Dubai International Airport to receive over 3.5m travelers during Eid holiday
Dubai International Airport anticipates 3.6 million travelers during the Eid holiday from March 26 to April 7, coinciding with school spring break, Arab News reported. Departures are expected to rise by 19% compared to February’s average, with daily traffic averaging…
Scientists Identify Immune “Switch” for Alzheimer’s Treatment
March 26, 2025
Scientists Identify Immune “Switch” for Alzheimer’s Treatment
A groundbreaking study by Northwestern University has revealed how immunization can activate the brain’s immune cells to clear harmful amyloid beta plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease, SciTech Daily reported. Utilizing spatial transcriptomics, researchers examined brain tissues from participants in clinical…
Türkiye, China to Collaborate on AI in Medicine and Agriculture
March 26, 2025
Türkiye, China to Collaborate on AI in Medicine and Agriculture
Türkiye’s Scientific and Technological Research Institution and China’s National Natural Science Foundation are set to collaborate on artificial intelligence (AI) applications in medicine and agriculture, Anadolu Agency reported. The partnership will focus on oncology studies, particularly cancer immunotherapy and magnetic…