Category: World
International news, diplomacy, conflict and the global trends that matter to readers in India.
Photo: Xinhua via IANSEbola Outbreak Escalates in DR Congo: Virus Spreads to Five Provinces as Caseload Approaches 1,900
Kinshasa: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reported Ebola cases in five provinces, with the nationwide tally rising to 1,873 confirmed cases, including 672 deaths, according to a report released by the country’s health authorities. The report, released on Sunday (local time) and covering data through Friday, listed Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu,…
Photo: IANS/X/@ZelenskyyUaUS invests $25 mn in critical minerals
Washington : The US Department of War has announced a $25 million investment in ReElement Technologies Corp. to expand domestic refining capacity for rare earth elements and other defence-critical minerals, in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s industrial base and reducing dependence on overseas supply chains. The investment, announced on Monday by the Department’s…
Photo: XinhuaVenezuela Earthquake: Death Toll Rises to 4,490; Widespread Housing Reconstruction Efforts Underway
Caracas: The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,490, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said. International Rescuers Join Domestic Forces As Volunteers Shift Focus To Housing Repairs Rodriguez on Sunday noted in a daily update on social media that the number of injured remained at 16,740, while…
Photo: XinhuaSecurity upgrade planned for Lafayette Park with proposed permanent fence near White House
Washington: A permanent security fence up to 10 feet high could be built around Lafayette Park, the historic public square directly across from the White House, under a new federal proposal aimed at allowing faster closures during heightened threats. The concept plan, first reported by The Washington Post, was prepared by the US Secret Service…
Photo: Xinhua via IANSFIFA WC: When and where to watch England vs Norway
Miami: 1966 FIFA World Cup champions England will clash with Norway in a crucial quarter-final at the Miami Stadium on Sunday (IST), with both teams looking to secure a place in the top four alongside Spain, France, and the winner of the Argentina vs Switzerland clash. Norway have already produced one of the stories of…
Photo: Labour PartyIndia a Political and Economic Powerhouse in Asia: New Zealand MP
Auckland: India is one of the world’s most important rising powers, and the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement comes at a crucial time as New Zealand adapts to an increasingly multipolar world, New Zealand Member of Parliament Phil Twyford said on Friday while welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the country. Speaking to IANS…
Photo: Xinhua via IANSFIFA WC: When and Where to Watch Spain vs Belgium
Los Angeles : Spain and Belgium meet in an all-European World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, with Belgium facing the daunting task of becoming the first team to score against Spain in the tournament. Both nations emerged from the group stage as table toppers, with La Roja then producing one of the standout performances of the…
Photo: Xinhua21 who died in landslide in northwest China were forestry workers
Beijing: A landslide buried and killed 21 forestry workers walking through a remote valley in the mountains of northwestern China, state media reported Wednesday after rescue operations ended. Twelve others survived, seven with minor injuries, state broadcaster CCTV said. The team was heading out to clear and maintain forest land when the landslide struck shortly…
Photo: Xinhua/IANSDR Congo reports over 1,500 confirmed Ebola cases
Kinshasa: The Democratic Republic of the Congo reported 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases, including 473 deaths, as the World Health Organization (WHO) said the outbreak remains serious. According to the latest situation report released Friday (local time) by DRC public health authorities, 628 patients are currently in isolation or hospitalisation, with the country recording 229 recoveries.…
Photo: IANSVenezuela Earthquake: Death Toll Passes 2,600 As Country Enters 7 Days of National Grief
Caracas: The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 2,645, and 12,666 people have been injured, Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said. Over 6,000 Rescued and 86,000 Families Assisted Rodriguez, who also heads the command center for temporary camps, said on Friday in an…
