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Famine in Gaza Claims 281 Lives, Including 114 Children Amid Severe Food Shortages

6 days 21 hours ago

Gaza faces a worsening famine, with 281 deaths; including 114 children, and 12,000 cases of acute malnutrition in July, as severe food and medical shortages threaten thousands. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that in the past 24 hours, eight people, including two children, have died in Gaza due to hunger and malnutrition. This brings […]

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WHO Reports Health Challenges for Returnees in Afghanistan

6 days 21 hours ago

Afghan returnees face critical healthcare gaps, including shortages of essential medicines, female health staff, gender-sensitive services, isolation facilities, trauma care, and mental health and psychosocial support. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that 106,109 people returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan and Iran between July 31 and August 15, 2025, with 83.7% coming from Iran. Returns […]

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Afghan Women and Girls Face Rising Mental Health Crisis Amid Restrictions

6 days 22 hours ago

Afghan women and girls are experiencing a growing mental health crisis due to restrictions on education, employment, and public life, leaving emigration as their only hope. Sheila Noori reports Afghan women and girls are experiencing severe psychological distress due to restrictions on education, work, and public life, leaving escape their only hope. Sheila Noori, founder […]

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Oil and Gas Air Pollution Linked to 90,000 Annual Premature Deaths in US: Study

6 days 23 hours ago

A new study finds air pollution from oil and gas causes over 90,000 premature deaths annually in the U.S., disproportionately affecting communities of color. A new study by University College London and the Stockholm Environment Institute shows that air pollution from oil and gas production causes over 90,000 premature deaths in the United States each […]

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Canadian Innovator Develops AI Chatbot to Support Mental Health

1 week ago

Pierre Côté, frustrated by limited mental health resources, developed DrEllis.ai, an AI chatbot offering personalized support for PTSD, depression, and emotional well-being around the clock. Pierre Côté, an AI consultant from Quebec, Canada, developed an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot, DrEllis.ai, to support individuals struggling with mental health issues such as PTSD and depression. Frustrated by long […]

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Bangladesh Hosts Pakistani Foreign Minister in First Visit Since 2012

1 week ago

Bangladesh welcomed Pakistan’s Foreign Minister on his first official visit since 2012, signaling renewed diplomatic engagement and opportunities for strengthened bilateral ties between the neighboring nations. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, arrived in Dhaka on Saturday for an official visit that Islamabad has described as a major step toward strengthening bilateral […]

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Thousands Rally Across Australia Demanding Gaza Ceasefire and End to Famine

1 week ago

Thousands of protesters marched across major Australian cities demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, condemning Israel’s attacks and urging urgent global action to address famine and humanitarian suffering. Mass pro-Palestinian demonstrations swept across more than 20 Australian cities on Sunday, as tens of thousands demanded an end to the war in Gaza, a ceasefire, and […]

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Syria Plans Currency Reform to Address Economic Crisis

1 week ago

Syria plans to introduce new banknotes and drop two zeros from its currency to simplify transactions, stabilize the economy, and restore public trust. The Syrian government has announced plans to print new banknotes and remove two zeros from the Syrian pound in an effort to stabilize the collapsing economy. Central Bank Governor Abdulqader Husrieh said […]

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Drinking Less Water Triggers Higher Stress Hormones: Study

1 week ago

A new study shows that drinking less than 1.5 liters of water daily raises cortisol levels, worsening stress response and increasing long-term health risks. A recent study has revealed that people who drink less than 1.5 liters of water daily may produce significantly higher levels of cortisol, the hormone linked to stress. The findings, published […]

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Russian Airports Closed After Drone Attacks

1 week ago

Several Russian airports closed after a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks, disrupting flights and prompting air defense responses, as fighting intensified along the eastern front. Russian air defense systems shot down a drone heading toward Moscow on Saturday, while officials reported the interception of dozens more across central Russia. The attacks forced several regional airports […]

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Hundreds of Afghan Families Forced into Islamabad Parks Amid Growing Humanitarian Crisis

1 week ago

Hundreds of Afghan families live in Islamabad parks after eviction, facing hunger and illness, as Pakistan’s deportation drive and uncertain asylum policies deepen their humanitarian crisis. Hundreds of Afghan families who lived in Pakistan for years, many with valid registration documents, have been forced from their homes under pressure from landlords and government authorities. With […]

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North Korea Tests New Missiles as Border Incidents Escalate

1 week ago

North Korea tested two new air defense missiles amid heightened border tensions, accusing South Korea of provocations, as U.S.-South Korea joint drills further strain regional stability. North Korea has conducted tests of two new air defense missiles under the direct supervision of leader Kim Jong-un, state media reported. The move came just after Pyongyang accused […]

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Afghanistan: New Policy Restricts Passport Access for Certain Citizens

1 week ago

A new passport policy restricts access for convicted individuals, banned travelers, and children without guardians, raising concerns over human rights and freedom of movement. The Passport Directorate has introduced new rules that bar certain categories of Afghan citizens from obtaining passports, raising concerns about tighter restrictions on freedom of movement. According to the directive, individuals […]

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Pakistan, China Reaffirm Strategic Partnership in Islamabad Talks

1 week ago

Pakistan and China reaffirmed their strategic partnership during Islamabad talks, focusing on security, counterterrorism cooperation, and expanding CPEC amid evolving regional dynamics. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a high-level meeting with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir in Islamabad on Friday, focusing on regional security, counterterrorism, and strengthening bilateral relations. According to […]

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UN Chief Warns of Rising Global Persecution Over Religious Beliefs, Urges Immediate Action

1 week ago

UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that rising harassment and violence against people for their beliefs threaten peace, urging urgent global cooperation to confront intolerance. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that people around the world are still being harassed, attacked, and even killed because of their religious beliefs. Posting on the social platform X […]

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Essential Vitamins for Seniors: How Nutrition Supports Healthy Aging

1 week 1 day ago

Ensuring seniors receive vitamins D, B12, calcium, and antioxidants is vital for bone strength, disease prevention, and maintaining independence through healthier, longer aging. As people age, their nutritional needs change, and certain vitamins become increasingly important to maintaining overall health. Scientific research highlights the crucial role of vitamins D, B12, calcium, and antioxidants in preventing […]

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North Korea Accuses South of Provocation After Border Warning Shots

1 week 1 day ago

North Korea accused South Korea of provocation after warning shots were fired near the border, warning such actions risk escalating tensions in the militarized zone. North Korea’s state news agency has accused South Korea of provocation after its military fired warning shots near the heavily guarded border region. According to North Korean military official Ko […]

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Fauji Foundation Tops Pakistan’s Wealth Index with $5.9 Billion Amid Economic Struggles

1 week 1 day ago

A new wealth index shows Fauji Foundation leading Pakistan’s largest business groups with $5.9 billion in assets, highlighting resilience despite sluggish growth and persistent economic challenges. Fauji Foundation has topped the ranking of Pakistan’s largest business groups in a new index released by the Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD) think tank. The Wealth Perception […]

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Swiss Say Kabul Delegation Helped Verify Afghan Offenders for Deportation

1 week 1 day ago

Swiss officials confirmed four Taliban diplomats visited Geneva to identify Afghan convicts, calling the move “sensitive but necessary” to issue valid Kabul-approved travel documents. Swiss state television has reported that four Taliban diplomats recently traveled to Geneva on a discreet mission to identify Afghan nationals convicted of crimes in Switzerland. Officials described the visit as […]

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Trump Says U.S. May Impose New Sanctions on Russia Within Two Weeks

1 week 1 day ago

President Trump warned Washington may impose new sanctions on Russia within two weeks, citing lack of progress in peace efforts and continued Russian attacks in Ukraine. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could impose new sanctions on Russia within the next two weeks, following Moscow’s latest attacks in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters […]

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