Author: News Desk

Buenos Aires: According to the Argentine prosecutor’s office, three individuals have been charged in connection with the death of One Direction singer Liam Payne. Argentinian authorities have been investigating Payne’s final days at the hotel and they reported that Payne had traces of alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant in his system at the time of his death. They had reviewed over 800 hours of security footage from the hotel and surrounding public areas and gathered numerous testimonies from hotel staff, family members, friends, and medical professionals. The individuals charged include someone close to Payne, a hotel staff member, and an…

California: Thousands of residents have been ordered to evacuate parts of California as a devastating wildfire continues to spread. The blaze, which was first reported near Moorpark—about 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles—has been fueled by strong winds. Governor Gavin Newsom confirmed that over 10,000 evacuation orders have been issued, with 3,500 homes and other structures at risk. Federal funds have been allocated to assist in firefighting efforts. The National Weather Service forecasts a significant drop in wind speeds by Thursday night, but cautioned that conditions for heightened fire risk will remain in effect. Ventura County Fire Chief Dustin Gardner…

Sydney: Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, known as B-girl Raygun, has decided to retire from competition after the backlash surrounding her performance at the Paris Olympics 2024. Despite not scoring in any of her three rounds, Gunn’s routine, which featured unconventional moves like the sprinkler and kangaroo hop, gained international attention but also sparked ridicule and conspiracy theories about her qualification. The 37-year-old university lecturer at Macquarie University, who initially planned to continue competing, cited the upsetting response as the reason for her retirement decision. Gunn faced a flood of violent messages after the Olympics and was the target of an…

Brussels: The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) of the European Union has announced that 2024 is “virtually certain” to surpass 2023 as the hottest year on record. The data release comes ahead of the UN COP29 climate summit next week in Azerbaijan, where nations will aim to negotiate a significant increase in funding to combat climate change. However, expectations for the summit have been tempered following Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election. From January to October, global temperatures have been so elevated that 2024 is guaranteed to be the hottest year ever recorded unless the temperature anomaly drops…

Washington DC: As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, he has outlined a series of ambitious actions aimed at reshaping the nation’s path. Backed by a Republican-controlled Senate, Trump is set to tackle issues from immigration and economic reform to foreign policy and energy independence. Trump confidently declared his commitment to “Promises made, promises kept.” Trump has put forth seven bold moves that signal his intentions, though questions remain about how he will achieve these aims. Here are seven major actions Trump says he will prioritize as president; Mass Deportations and Border Wall Completion  Trump has pledged…

Berlin: Political turmoil erupted in Germany as Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed Finance Minister Christian Lindner, leading to the collapse of the coalition government and setting the stage for snap elections. The upheaval, coming just hours after Donald Trump won the US presidential election, has thrown Europe’s largest economy into uncertainty. With the coalition between Scholz’s Social Democrats (SPD), the Free Democrats (FDP), and the Greens dissolved, Scholz now faces governing with a minority government. Relying on ad-hoc parliamentary support to pass legislation, Scholz announced plans for a parliamentary confidence vote on January 15, a decision that could trigger elections by…

Washington DC: Donald Trump is on track to win the 2024 U.S. election after securing victories in key battleground states, including Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia. Trump’s Electoral College count is projected to reach 296 votes, well above the 270 needed to win, while Vice President Kamala Harris has 219 votes so far. Trump declared his victory to ecstatic supporters in Florida, calling it a “magnificent victory” and pledging to lead the U.S. into a “golden age” of prosperity. In an emotional speech to supporters in Florida, Trump said that, “Success is going to bring us together and we are…

Edinburgh: On Bonfire Night, Edinburgh experienced significant disorder, with youths engaging in violent activities that included launching fireworks and petrol bombs at police and emergency responders. Around 100 young people gathered in areas like Sighthill, Niddrie, Gracemount and Gilmerton areas, throwing pyrotechnics at police, forcing officers in riot gear to take defensive positions. Scotland Police reported multiple injuries among officers, and firefighters also faced assaults with fireworks and bricks during their shifts. This chaotic evening is part of a recurring issue that Scottish authorities have tried to mitigate with initiatives like Operation Moonbeam, aimed at controlling firework-related violence. Police were…

Lahore: In response to severe air pollution, the Punjab province of Pakistan has established a “smog war room” to combat the environmental crisis. The move comes as Lahore, the provincial capital, was ranked as the world’s most polluted city, with a pollution index score of 1165, according to live data from Swiss-based IQAir. The Indian capital, New Delhi, followed with a much lower score of 299. The war room will meet daily to review air quality and weather forecasts while overseeing the efforts of field officers. The committee will monitor performance and actions, from controlling farm waste burning to managing…

Jerusalem: Protests have erupted across Israel after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the dismissal of Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a “crisis of trust.” Netanyahu stated that his confidence in Gallant had “eroded” over recent months and appointed Foreign Minister Israel Katz as Gallant’s replacement. The decision, Netanyahu explained, was due to Gallant’s stance on key security issues, including his advocacy for making “painful concessions” to secure the release of remaining hostages from Gaza. Gallant, who had previously clashed with Netanyahu on various policy issues, released a statement saying his removal stemmed from disagreements on three major points: hostages, military…