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Turkey eliminates 12 PKK elements in air raid in northern Iraq
October 7, 2024
Turkey eliminates 12 PKK elements in air raid in northern Iraq
The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced on Sunday the neutralization of 12 PKK elements in northern Iraq during an air operation carried out a week earlier. According to a brief statement on X (formerly Twitter), the operation, conducted on September…
One Year After October 7: Consequences and Challenges in the Middle East
October 7, 2024
One Year After October 7: Consequences and Challenges in the Middle East
One year has passed since October 7, 2023, a day marking the onset of severe conflicts in the Middle East. During this time, over 41,000 people have lost their lives in Gaza, and millions have been displaced due to humanitarian…
Pakistan Faces Highest Rate of Unregistered Births and Deaths
October 7, 2024
Pakistan Faces Highest Rate of Unregistered Births and Deaths
Pakistan has the highest number of unregistered births and deaths globally, with UNICEF reporting that 60% of children are not registered before their fifth birthday, Khaama Press reported yesterday. Approximately 60 million children remain unregistered, leading to barriers in accessing…
Ancient Microbes Discovered in 2-Billion-Year-Old Rocks: A Glimpse into Early Life on Earth
October 7, 2024
Ancient Microbes Discovered in 2-Billion-Year-Old Rocks: A Glimpse into Early Life on Earth
Researchers have discovered living microbes encased in 2-billion-year-old rocks within the Bushveld Igneous Complex (BIC) in South Africa, marking the earliest known microbial ecosystem, Earth.com reported yesterday. Led by Yohey Suzuki from the University of Tokyo, the team utilized advanced…
Climate Change Linked to Increased Violence Against Women
October 7, 2024
Climate Change Linked to Increased Violence Against Women
A recent study reveals a troubling connection between climate change and heightened intimate partner violence (IPV), Earth.com revealed yesterday. Analyzing data from thousands of surveys across 156 countries over 26 years, researchers found significant correlations between climate shocks—such as storms…
Fruits and Saffron: Natural Allies in Stress Relief
October 7, 2024
Fruits and Saffron: Natural Allies in Stress Relief
Recent studies highlight the role of certain fruits in managing stress and improving mood, Khaama Press revealed in an article today. Pineapple, kiwi, strawberries, bananas, and pomegranate have been shown to effectively reduce stress, often surpassing the efficacy of medications.…
Militants Kill 16 Pakistani Soldiers in Coordinated Attacks
October 7, 2024
Militants Kill 16 Pakistani Soldiers in Coordinated Attacks
Pakistan reported on October 5, that coordinated militant attacks have resulted in the deaths of at least 16 soldiers, primarily in border areas adjacent to Afghanistan, VOA reported on Saturday. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the violence, which…
Kinship carers across UK struggling without support, warns charity
October 6, 2024
Kinship carers across UK struggling without support, warns charity
A lack of support for kinship carers is plunging thousands of children into poverty, according to a new report from the charity Kinship published by The Guardian. Kinship carers, often grandparents or family friends who step in to care for…
Africa: Traffic deaths surge amid poor infrastructure and old vehicles
October 6, 2024
Africa: Traffic deaths surge amid poor infrastructure and old vehicles
Africa faces a growing road safety crisis, with traffic deaths spiking by 17% from 2010 to 2021, reaching 226,100 fatalities. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the continent has the highest ratio of traffic deaths globally, with 19.5 fatalities…
Record migrant crossings in Channel amid tragic deaths
October 6, 2024
Record migrant crossings in Channel amid tragic deaths
A record 973 migrants crossed the Channel on small boats on Saturday, coinciding with the tragic deaths of four individuals, including a two-year-old boy, during the perilous journey from France to England, according to UK Home Office data. According to…