Acknowledging the challenges ahead, Pezeshkian reached out to all Iranians on Saturday, pledging his commitment. “I extend my hand towards you and swear on my honor that I will not leave you alone on this path. Don’t leave me alone,” he said. World leaders have been quick to congratulate Pezeshkian on his triumph. Russian President […]
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The newly elected prime minister, Keir Starmer, has announced plans to visit all four nations of the UK, emphasizing his nationwide mandate following a landslide election victory. Sir Keir Starmer, the Labour leader, will first travel to Scotland, then to Northern Ireland, Wales, and back to England, aiming to strengthen working relationships. In his first […]
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Rishi Sunak bid a heartfelt goodbye to Downing Street today, following the Conservative Party’s worst-ever election result. Keir Starmer and the Labour Party are poised to take over. With his visibly emotional wife, Akshata Murty, by his side, Sunak delivered his farewell speech before heading to Buckingham Palace to formally resign as Prime Minister. Despite […]
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The Labour Party secured a landslide victory in the UK general election, claiming hundreds of seats and ending 14 years of Conservative rule. Sir Keir Starmer is set to become prime minister later today, following a tumultuous era marked by five different Conservative leaders. Rishi Sunak, the outgoing PM, conceded defeat outside 10 Downing Street […]
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Officials report that Hurricane Beryl has become the earliest category five storm ever to form in the Atlantic, causing widespread damage in the southeastern Caribbean. Roofs were torn off buildings, trees uprooted, and electricity lines toppled as the powerful hurricane made landfall on Monday. Winds reaching 150mph forced the closure of schools, businesses, airports, and […]
President Joe Biden has expressed concern over a recent Supreme Court ruling that grants former President Donald Trump partial immunity from criminal prosecution. Biden described the decision as a “dangerous precedent” that undermines the rule of law and does a “terrible disservice” to Americans. Trump, on the other hand, celebrated the court’s decision as a […]
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In their first debate of the 2024 election, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump exchanged a series of false and misleading statements. Trump falsely portrayed the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and overstated the economy under his administration, while Biden misrepresented insulin costs and exaggerated Trump’s comments about disinfectant and COVID-19. Here’s a breakdown […]
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The race for the Ballon d’Or, football’s most prestigious individual accolade, is entering a crucial period. Major summer international tournaments – Euro 2024 and Copa America – are set to play a significant role in determining the winner. Historically, players like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Luka Modric have won the award after shining on […]
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In a world drowning in stuff, a quiet revolution is taking place. Eco-minimalism, the art of living with less for the sake of our planet, is gaining traction among those who seek to make a difference. But can decluttering your closet really save the Earth? Let’s dive into how embracing minimalism can be a powerful […]
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NASA has chosen SpaceX, Elon Musk’s space venture, to deorbit the International Space Station (ISS) at the end of its lifespan. The California-based company will construct a vehicle to guide the 430-tonne space station into the Pacific Ocean in the early years of the next decade. The contract, worth up to $843m (£668m), was revealed […]
Bolivia’s President Luis Arce successfully quashed an attempt to overthrow his left-wing government after a tense afternoon in which heavily armed troops, seemingly led by a top army general, stormed the government palace before retreating and seeing their alleged leader detained. On Wednesday, Arce called on citizens to defend democracy from an apparent coup attempt, […]
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In an era where our lives are increasingly intertwined with the digital world, it’s easy to find ourselves drowning in a sea of notifications, endless scrolling, and digital clutter. The concept of digital minimalism has emerged as a beacon of hope for those seeking to reclaim their time, attention, and mental space from the clutches […]
The first group of Kenyan police officers landed in Haiti’s capital on Tuesday, initiating a peacekeeping mission in the gang-ravaged Caribbean nation. This deployment comes amid doubts sparked by deadly protests in Kenya. Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille welcomed the multinational force, stating, “The state will regain power and reaffirm its authority so all Haitians […]
CeCe Telfer, a transgender athlete who won the NCAA women’s national championship after competing as a man, has announced her plans to return to indoor track competition. Her goal? To break all records. Telfer made history in 2019 as the first openly trans woman to win an NCAA title, securing first place in the 400m […]
Torrential storms that have caused widespread flooding and killed at least 71 people in southeast China are moving inland, prompting the national weather service to issue its most severe rainstorm alert. The storms have led to flash floods and mudslides, with more expected in the coming days. The region, including the economic powerhouse of Guangdong […]