Author: Trainee Reporter

Manila: The Philippines has summoned China’s representative following a water cannon attack in the disputed South China Sea that injured three of its soldiers. The Philippines’ Foreign Affairs Department stated that Manila expressed its strong opposition to the aggressive activities undertaken by China’s Coast Guard and Chinese navigational militias against the Philippine assignment near the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. The department issued a statement in which it also directed its mission in Beijing to file a formal complaint regarding the incident. This decision was made a day after Eduardo Ano, Philippines National Security Adviser, reported that the…

United Kingdom: The Prime Minister of UK, Rishi Sunak, is expected to announce investments of £200 million ($252 million) in nuclear deterrents and civil nuclear energy. Sunak will unveil a ‘national endeavour’ to ensure the future of the nuclear submarine-building and nuclear energy industries. The PM’s office said in a statement that this funding will result in about 40000 jobs, which will form the backbone of the economy. The UK government will make a new fund for the town of Barrow-in-Furness in northern England. The allowance will support job creation, enhance transportation links and promote building of new homes in…

Bloating is common and can be caused by high-carb foods, digestive problems, menstruation, pregnancy, medication, stress, and medical issues. Gas may be excessively produced, the digestive muscles may be misaligned, or the stomach and intestines may become more sensitive to gas. The most effective way to reduce the likelihood of recurrences of bloating is to make dietary adjustments. Home remedies can help you to get out of a lot of health issues or physical conditions. We can use certain home remedies such as healthy foods and drinks. Bloating relief with green tea Green tea is a healthy drink recommended for…

Ireland: Simon Harris, a member of the Irish political party Fine Gael, has been elected as the next Prime Minister of Ireland. This comes after a leadership race in which no other candidates came forward. At 37 years old, Harris will be the youngest person to hold the position. The vacancy arose due to the surprise resignation of the previous Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, who cited personal and political reasons for his decision to step down. The only candidate for the position of Taoiseach, Harris, who is also the higher education minister, will not take up the position until the Irish…

Vietnam: Jussi Halla-aho, Speaker of the Finnish Parliament and a high-ranking delegation have started a three-day official visit to Vietnam after receiving an invitation from National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue. The representatives were welcomed at Noi Bai International Airport by Vice Chairman Le Anh Tuan of the NA’s Committee for Foreign Affairs, Finnish Ambassador to Vietnam Keijo Norvanto, and others. The visit marks Halla-aho’s first trip outside of Europe since he assumed office. The Finnish politician’s decision to only visit Vietnam demonstrates the country’s remarkable place in Finland’s foreign policy. It also emphasises the strong companionship between the…

Australia: Carlos Sainz, driving for Ferrari, has put an end to Red Bull’s winning streak in Formula 1 by claiming victory at the Australian Grand Prix. This was a triumphant return for the Spaniard after he underwent surgery for appendicitis just two weeks prior. Due to surgery, Sainz was unable to participate in the previous race held in Saudi Arabia. Sainz took advantage of Max Verstappen’s early withdrawal from the race, which was his first in two years, due to a vigorous mechanical collapse. Starting on the front row alongside Verstappen, Sainz managed to keep his position as they entered…

Vitamins and minerals are crucial for maintaining good health, with each vitamin carrying its own set of benefits. A deficiency of vitamins and minerals can lead to various health issues, including serious diseases such as cancer. Cancer is a complex disease that is depicted by uncontrolled cell development and expansion, impacted by a mixture of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle aspects. While the vital role of nutrition in cancer prevention and treatment is well-established, the lack of certain vitamins and minerals is related to an improved threat of developing cancer. Vitamin C Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a…

United Kingdom: The government of the United Kingdom has announced £4 million in funding for innovative projects to fight Tuberculosis (TB). Ahead of ‘World TB Day,’ UK Development Minister Andrew Mitchell said that Tuberculosis is a devastating disease that could end in our lifetime. The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to end this fully preventable and curable disease by 2030, which kills on average 1.3 million people each year, making it the deadliest infectious disease. TB REACH is funded with £4 million by the UK government to support the development of new strategies that will improve the number of people…

Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the colon, a part of the large intestine. A recent study published in the journal Nature revealed a link between specific types of bacteria and colon cancer. According to the researchers, patients with colorectal tumours containing high levels of a bacterium called Fusobacterium nucleatum tend to have poorer clinical outcomes. This bacterium is also associated with several other health conditions, including Inflammatory Bowel Disease, appendicitis, certain respiratory infections, rheumatoid arthritis, and even cerebral aneurysms. The findings of this study highlight the need for further research to better understand the link…

China: Li Hui, China’s representative for Ukraine, has stated that there is still a considerable difference between Moscow and Kyiv regarding peace negotiations to end the ongoing war. The dispute lasted for more than two years. Nevertheless, both parties agreed that it was the most effective way to resolve this crisis. Beijing endeavoured to place itself as a negotiator in the brawl by freeing a 12-point plan aimed at achieving a ‘political settlement’ and conducting multiple rounds of talks. However, while China maintains that it stays impartial, it come under fire for strengthening its ties with Russia, despite President Vladimir…