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Sudan: Officials from the United Nations have stated that one of the parties involved in the conflict in Sudan has taken control of a national health laboratory located in Khartoum and called it an “extremely dangerous” development. The announcement comes at a time when officials cautioned that even with the ceasefire between rival factions, more refugees may flee Sudan. The fighting has created chaos in the country, further pushing Sudan, which already heavily relies on aid, to the brink of collapse. Before the fighting began, the UN estimated that about 16 million people, which is one-third of Sudan’s population, required…

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Nepal: Nepal has granted a historic 454 permits to climbers for the spring season to scale Mount Everest, according to officials. This comes after a gap of four years since overcrowding at the world’s highest peak led to at least four deaths. Despite concerns about the pandemic and a new COVID-19 outbreak in the country, the mountain has drawn climbers from all over the world. During the peak climbing season from April to May, over 900 climbers, mostly with the assistance of Nepali guides, will be setting their sights on reaching the summit of Mount Everest in the next few…

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United Kingdom: A new study has found that the widespread use of antibiotics in agriculture, particularly as growth promoters, has led to the emergence of bacteria that are more resistant to the human immune system. According to the new research, published in the journal eLife, the antimicrobial colistin, which was widely used on pig and chicken farms in China, had caused the emergence of E coli strains that can evade our immune system’s first line of defence. Although colistin has since been banned as a livestock food additive in China and many other countries, the research highlights the dangers of…

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South Korea: In a clear indication of the global phenomenon that is Korean culture, Netflix has revealed plans to invest a whopping $2.5 billion into South Korean content. The move underlines the streaming giant’s continued commitment to diversifying its offerings and catering to a global audience. During a meeting with South Korean President Mr. Yoon Suk-yeol, who is currently on a six-day visit to the United States, Netflix CEO Mr. Ted Sarandos announced that the streaming giant would be investing $2.5 billion into South Korean content. The move highlights the growing significance of Korean culture worldwide and reinforces Netflix’s ongoing…

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India: The UN population estimates reveal that India has surpassed China as the world’s most populous nation, marking a significant change in global demographics that has never been witnessed before. The UN has projected that India’s population has now reached 1,425,775,850, exceeding China’s population for the first time. This estimate is based on various factors such as census data, and birth as well as death rates, among others. For the first time since the United Nations began keeping global population records in 1950, China has lost its position as the world’s most populous country. After implementing strict laws to control…

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United States: The United States has deported its first group of Cubans back to their home country since 2020. The move comes after Cuba agreed to accept flights carrying Cubans caught at the US-Mexico border, which had not been allowed since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has resumed normal removal processing for Cuban nationals who have received final orders of removal. The flight consisted of 40 Cubans intercepted in boats and 83 detained at the US-Mexico border. The number of Cubans and other asylum seekers and migrants caught at the border decreased after President Joe…

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United States: The United States envoy to the United Nations has made a direct appeal to Russian Foreign Minister Mr. Sergey Lavrov, urging him to release two American citizens, Mr. Paul Whelan and Mr. Evan Gershkovich, who are currently detained in Russia. Ms. Linda Thomas-Greenfield accused Russia of using the men as “political bargaining chips” and “human pawns,” calling for an end to this “barbaric practice.” “I am calling on you, right now, to release Paul Whelan and Evan Gershkovich immediately and to let Paul and Evan come home. And to cease this barbaric practice once and for all,” the…

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Sudan: The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs and the Minister for the Armed Forces has issued a joint communique, outlining their collaborative efforts on a particular matter. The statement was released to the public, highlighting the cooperation between these two important branches of government. The evacuation operations launched in Khartoum are continuing. Two more return flights from Khartoum to Djibouti were provided by the Air and Space Force late on 23rd April 2023 and then in the morning of 24th April 2023, each with some 100 people on board. These round trips enabled 388 people to be evacuated, including…

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Bangladesh: Mr. Shahabuddin Chuppu, a retired judge, has been sworn in as the 22nd president of Bangladesh, succeeding Mr. Abdul Hamid and serving a five-year term. Parliamentary Speaker Ms. Shirin Sharmin Choudhury administered the oath of office to Mr. Chuppu at the Bangabhaban presidential palace in Dhaka. Mr. Chuppu, the candidate of the ruling Awami League (AL) party, was elected unopposed on February 13 since no other candidate submitted papers to compete in the race. The AL party has the majority in the 350-seat national parliament, with 302 members, and no other party has the numbers to nominate a presidential…

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South Korea: President Mr. Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea embarked on a six-day state visit to Washington, as the two allies aim to strengthen military cooperation in response to the growing nuclear threats posed by North Korea. This year, Pyongyang has carried out a series of launches that have defied sanctions, setting new records. One of these launches, which took place earlier this month, involved the test-firing of North Korea’s first solid-fuel ballistic missile. This is considered a significant technological advancement for Mr. Kim Jong Un’s military. Mr. Yoon’s actions have resulted in South Korea strengthening its relationship with…

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