Few years on the Earth
South Korea has reaffirmed its commitment to granting asylum to North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces if they seek refuge. This decision is based on South Korea’s constitutional principle of recognizing all North Koreans as South Korean citizens and its adherence to international humanitarian laws. The announcement came after reports emerged that at least … Read more
The BBC has found itself at the center of controversy following the airing of its documentary “Gaza: How To Survive A War Zone” on BBC Two. The documentary, which provides a child’s perspective on the ongoing conflict in Gaza, is narrated by 13-year-old Abdullah Al-Yazouri. However, it has since been revealed that Abdullah is the … Read more
The Global Soft Power Index is an annual ranking that evaluates countries based on their ability to influence others through attraction and persuasion rather than coercion or force. This concept of “soft power” includes factors such as cultural influence, diplomatic relations, global reputation, and economic outreach. Countries with high soft power rankings are those that … Read more
The shocking attack on Japan’s former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in 2023 has led to a decisive court ruling, with 25-year-old Ryuji Kimura being sentenced to 10 years in prison. The attempted assassination of Kishida occurred during an election event in Wakayama, where Kimura threw a homemade pipe bomb at the prime minister. Though Kishida … Read more
Cash in exchange Of dead or alive mosquitoes—this unusual initiative has taken center stage in Barangay Addition Hills, a densely populated village in the Philippines. In response to a growing dengue fever crisis, local authorities have resorted to an unconventional method: paying residents to hunt down mosquitoes. The village chief, Carlito Cernal, has implemented a … Read more
The sports world was struck with tragedy as a young and promising athlete lost her life in a horrific accident. Yashtika Acharya, a 17-year-old gold medallist powerlifter, died in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district after a 270kg weightlifting rod fell on her neck during training. The incident, which occurred on February 18, 2025, has sent shockwaves through … Read more
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has seen multiple rounds of negotiations and temporary ceasefires aimed at securing the release of hostages. In a significant development, Hamas has announced that it will hand over six living Israeli hostages on Saturday and return the bodies of four others on Thursday. This move is believed to … Read more
British nationals Craig and Lindsay Foreman have been charged with espionage in Iran, marking yet another case of foreign citizens being detained under security allegations. The couple, both aged 52, were arrested in the city of Kerman in January, but details about their detention only surfaced last week. The Iranian judiciary news agency reported that … Read more
Tragic and horrifying incident in Pakistan where 13-year-old maid killed for stealing chocolates has once again brought attention to the grave issue of child labour and the abuse of domestic workers. The murder of Iqra, a young girl who had been working as a domestic helper for a couple in Rawalpindi, has sparked nationwide outrage. … Read more
Student Sets Dorm On Fire Trying To Hide ‘Inflatable Girlfriend’ from his roommate at Hefei University of Technology, leading to a fire outbreak in the Xinxi student dormitory. The bizarre incident, which took place on February 10, quickly garnered attention across China, with many criticizing the student’s actions as reckless and irresponsible. The fire, which … Read more