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A mysterious illness has claimed at least 53 lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since an outbreak began on January 21, health officials report. The disease, which has affected over 400 people, leads to death within 48…

In the arid landscapes of southeast Libya, investigators have uncovered mass graves that reveal the horrific human toll of the migration crisis. The discovery of these graves, containing the remains of numerous victims, serves as a stark reminder of the…

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has publicly sought forgiveness from Muslims for the 2004 Tak Bai massacre, where 78 protesters suffocated in army trucks during a crackdown, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at a school in Narathiwat province, Thaksin acknowledged…

Amnesty International Taiwan, alongside six partner organizations, is set to present a joint statement to President Lai Ching-Te on February 25, emphasizing the need for robust human rights protections in the digital age. This statement will be delivered during RightsCon2025,…

Germany’s conservative coalition, consisting of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Christian Social Union (CSU), has emerged victorious in the parliamentary elections, securing 28.6% of the vote, Anadolu Agency reported citing the Electoral Commission on Monday. The far-right Alternative…

Ghojaniyaz Yollugh Tekin, a prominent Uyghur historian and expert on Uyghur place names, is serving a 17-year prison sentence in Hotan, Xinjiang, after being detained in 2017, RFA reported. His sentencing came in late 2018, following his research and writings…

Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Buriticupu, Brazil, after significant sinkholes have emerged, endangering approximately 1,200 residents, The Guardian reported. The city, with a population of 55,000, has witnessed escalating soil erosion over the past 30 years, exacerbated…

As Germany heads to the polls for its parliamentary election, concerns over the economy and the growing influence of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party dominate the political landscape. The AfD, known for its anti-immigrant stance, has surged to…

The Italian government has reaffirmed its support for the approximately one million Rohingya refugees residing in Bangladesh by pledging €3 million, ANSA news agency reported. This funding will assist the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the UN World Food Programme…

Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson warned that Europe may fall behind in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race unless it eases strict regulations on the technology, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at the Techarena event in Stockholm, he urged European policymakers…