Posts by category: World News

• August 5, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country after escalating anti-government protests turned violent. Demonstrators stormed her residence in Dhaka, demanding her resignation due to various grievances. At least 91 people have died in the clashes, with the army chief announcing an interim government to restore order.

• June 25, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

This article charts the captivating yet contentious saga of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks. From his beginnings as a skilled computer programmer in Australia to his high-stakes legal battles involving espionage charges, Assange's life is a testament to the clash between transparency and secrecy in the digital age.

• June 12, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

A search operation is underway in Malawi after a plane carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine others went missing amid turbulent weather. The plane, traveling from Lilongwe to Mzuzu, disappeared on Monday morning. Telecommunication signals are being used to narrow the search area to a northern mountainous region. International assistance is being provided as authorities strive to locate the aircraft.

• May 30, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

A North Korean attempt to launch a spy satellite ended in mid-flight explosion, raising concerns among neighboring countries. The Chollima-1 rocket deviated from its trajectory before disintegrating 11 minutes after liftoff. The failure, marking the fifth consecutive unsuccessful launch since 2016, is under investigation and has reignited debates on international sanctions and military surveillance.

• May 24, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Thousands gathered to mourn Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi at the Iman Reza Holy Shrine after his sudden death in a helicopter crash. Raisi, who was considered a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei but faced criticism for his crackdown on dissent, was honored with traditional mourning rituals in Mashhad. Yet, his death also sparked celebrations among some Iranians expressing discontent with his leadership.

• May 16, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

A new Dutch right-wing coalition is evaluating the move of the Dutch embassy to Jerusalem, aligning with Geert Wilders’ pro-Israel agenda. This potential move follows debates on antisemitism in Dutch society and promises of robust support for Ukraine.