Killing of UN staff in Israeli strike on Gaza school is appalling, says Lammy Agency for Palestinian refugees says six of its employers among dead in strike which killed 18 people The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2024
After 33 Years Of Closure, Switzerland Deems Baghdad Safe Again And Reopens Its Embassy Excerpt: “Iraq has made consistent efforts over the last few years to promote peace and security in the region.” The post After 33 Years Of Closure, Switzerland Deems Baghdad Safe Again And Reopens Its Embassy first appeared on Bored Panda. Bored Panda · Sep 6, 2024
Supermoon Blue Moon 2024: Top photos from around the world Check out some of the best Supermoon Blue Moon photos captured by skywatchers worldwide. The first of four supermoons this year put on quite the show. Space · Aug 20, 2024
Masked attacker stabs five people in Turkey and broadcasts rampage on social media The state-run Anadolu news agency claimed that the attacker had been influenced by video games The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2024
Turkey submits ICJ bid to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel Ankara says the ‘conscience of humanity and international law will hold Israeli officials accountable’ for atrocities. Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024
UN relief agency worker accuses Israel of attack on vehicle at Gaza checkpoint The alleged shooting came as the United Nations Relief and Works Agency could be officially declared a terrorist organisation by Israel The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2024
Sweet Strawberry Moon, first full moon of summer, thrills stargazers around the world (photos) June's Strawberry Full Moon of 2024 delighted skywatcher from across the globe, and was captured in some amazing photos. Space · Jun 22, 2024
May full moon 2024: See the Flower Moon blossom in gorgeous photos from around the world Explore stunning photos of the May full moon captured by skywatchers from around the world. Space · May 24, 2024
Turkish Drone Locates Heat Source In Iranian Helicopter Crash Search Turkish drone locates heat source in search for crashed Iranian President's helicopter, aiding rescue efforts in East Azerbaijan province. Top News · May 20, 2024
US museum curator held in Turkey over spider and scorpion samples is freed American Museum of Natural History says Dr Lorenzo Prendini was working on research project and ‘has arrived safely home’ The Guardian - US · May 16, 2024
Why the U.N. revised the numbers of women and children killed in Gaza Here's a closer look at the United Nations' breakdown of casualties. The overall total of more than 35,000 Palestinians killed since Oct. 7, based on Gaza Health Ministry figures, has not declined. WEKU · May 15, 2024
Campus protests over the war in Gaza have gone international Students in the U.K., France and Mexico have sought to erect what many of them call "solidarity encampments," prompting a variety of responses from university authorities and local law enforcement. WEKU · May 3, 2024
Israel’s foreign minister says Erdoğan ‘should be ashamed’ of meeting with Hamas chief Israel Katz criticises Turkish president over discussion with Ismail Haniyeh about Gaza attacks The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2024
Photos: See the aftermath of the Taiwan earthquake Taiwan has been hit by the strongest earthquake in a quarter of a century. WEKU · Apr 3, 2024
WEKU · Apr 1, 2024 In a setback to Turkey's Erdogan, opposition makes huge gains in local election Turkey's main opposition party retained its control over key cities and made huge gains elsewhere in Sunday's local elections, in a major upset to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
The Guardian - US · Feb 29, 2024 Middle East crisis: Biden says killing of more than 100 Palestinians near aid trucks will complicate ceasefire talks – as it happened US president says he’s reviewing reports of Israeli troops shooting people who were crowding for food aid in Gaza
The Guardian - US · Feb 27, 2024 Israel is deliberately starving Palestinians, UN rights expert says Exclusive: UN special rapporteur on the right to food Michael Fakhri says denial of food is war crime and constitutes ‘a situation of genocide’
Space · Feb 26, 2024 See February's Full Snow Moon light up the night sky around the world (photos) February's Full Snow Moon may have been the smallest full moon of 2024, but it had a big impact on moon lovers, skywatchers, and astrophotographers across the globe who braved the cold to catch it.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 18, 2024 Gaza ceasefire hopes fade as Netanyahu rejects calls to halt Rafah offensive Diplomatic efforts stall amid Israeli opposition to what it calls ‘unilateral recognition’ of a Palestinian state
The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2024 Patients with chronic illnesses in Gaza failing to get treatment, doctors warn The lack of medicine, food and water means thousands of people with asthma, kidney disease or diabetes are unable to treat or control their conditions
The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2024 Gaza diary part 45: ‘I can’t believe I am in a car – I ask the driver what he uses for fuel’ As he has to rehome their pregnant cat, Ziad, a 35-year-old Palestinian, thinks of all the other painful ‘decisions’ he has had to make, and a night-time trip to the toilet reveals an unpleasant surprise
The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2024 Gaza diary part 44: ‘The angel of death is roaming the skies, nonstop’ As the weather gets colder, Ziad, a 35-year-old Palestinian, struggles to sleep, yet others he meets sleep 60 to a room or lack even a mattress. Meanwhile, the cat is about to give birth
The Guardian - UK · Feb 4, 2024 ‘Everything beautiful has been destroyed’: Palestinians mourn a city in tatters More than 200 buildings of cultural and historical significance have been reduced to rubble in Gaza, including mosques, cemeteries and museums
Al Jazeera · Feb 2, 2024 Turkey arrests seven suspected of selling information to Israel’s Mossad Turkey has warned Israel of ‘serious consequences’ if it tries to hunt down Hamas members inside its borders.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2024 UN chief condemns ‘utterly unacceptable’ killing of Palestinians as Gaza toll passes 25,100 - as it happened This blog is now closed