Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Police struggle with cases related to catalytic converter thefts

catalytic converter

Tens of thousands of catalytic converter thefts go undetected with only 1% of cases leading to charges. The devices’ precious metal components draw thieves’ attention. Converters may frequently be removed in less than a minute. According to data gathered by the Liberal Democrats, tens of thousands of catalytic converter thefts go undetected with only 1% … Read more

Kosovo: Serbia puts army on high alert over rising tensions

Kosovo

The European Union has been making mediation efforts. Regarding the charges, the Pristina administration has remained silent. Serbia refuses to acknowledge Kosovo as a sovereign nation. After weeks of growing tensions between Serbia and Kosovo, the Serbian army claims it is at its “highest level of military preparation.” Asserting that he will “take all steps … Read more

South Korea lifts ban on import of adult toys

Sex dolls

Custom has seized thousands of adult toys since 2018 in south Korea. Government has relaxed its prohibition on the import of adult toys. Selling of toys based on real person is still ban. The government of South Korea has relaxed its prohibition on the import of adult-sized adult toys. After years of discussion on whether … Read more

US winter storm traps people in cars in New York State

US

Ontario and Quebec in Canada took the heaviest damage from the storm. At least 28 people have perished in western New York State. 56 people were killed in the storm that spanned from Canada to the Mexican border. As a massive winter storm continues to hit North America, at least 28 people have perished in … Read more

China: No more quarantine for travelers in January

China

Hospitals are overcrowded and senior citizens are dying. Beijing reported a few deaths and around 4,000 new Covid infections per day. Quarantine would be eliminated but PCR test would be mandatory. The last significant departure from the nation’s zero-Covid policy will take place in China on January 8, according to officials. This will essentially reopen … Read more

Kari Lake loses suit over her defeat in Arizona governor’s race

Kari Lake

A judge threw out Republican Kari Lake’s challenge to her loss. The judge said that Lake’s witnesses did not know of any intentional wrongdoing. “The Court can’t replace clear and convincing evidence with speculation or guesswork,” Thompson said. A judge ruled on Saturday that Lake’s claims of widespread wrongdoing that affected the results of the … Read more

Three substations attacked in Washington state

Washington

Two of our substations were purposefully targeted by physical attack. 14,000 customers were impacted by the attack on three energy substations. It is believed that outages were caused to stop “Downtown Divas,” a drag show. Many people who were left without power after vandals damaged the electrical infrastructure in the Tacoma region appear to have … Read more

China sends 71 warplanes and 7 ships toward Taiwan in 24 hours

China

The Chinese military launched a 24-hour show of force against the island. China launched 18 J-16 fighter aeroplanes, 11 J-1 fighters, 6 Su-30 fighters, and drones in the direction of Taiwan. Taiwan claimed that it kept an eye on Chinese movements using both its own military ships and land-based missile systems. After Beijing voiced its … Read more

Jordan detects a seizable amount of amphetamine haul at Iraq border

Jordan

Two refrigerated vans were found to contain a total of six million Captagon pills. Jordanian authorities seized one ton of amphetamine pills concealed in date paste. Shoot-to-kill is the military’s stance. At the Iraqi border, Jordanian authorities seized one tonne of amphetamine pills concealed in date paste. Two refrigerated vans were found to contain a … Read more

Pope Francis believes a “famine of peace” in globe

Pope

Pope Francis said that there is a “famine of peace” around the world. He criticised the use of “food as a weapon” in warfare. Pope Francis delivered his tenth Christmas Day address since taking office. In his traditional Christmas Day broadcast from the Vatican, Pope Francis claimed that there is a “famine of peace” around … Read more

Ukraine war: Three killed in drone attack on Russian bomber base

Russia

Three persons were killed in a Ukrainian drone attack. The military of Ukraine has not formally responded to the attacks. Drone debris injuries claimed the lives of three Russian service members. According to Moscow, three persons were killed in a Ukrainian drone attack on the Engels bomber base in southern Russia. According to reports, air … Read more

Four people die after coach crashes on icy road in Canada

bus crash

Four people killed and hundreds injured due to bus accident in Canada. Very slippery road conditions says authorities. David Eby expressed shock and sadness over the information.   On Christmas Eve, an intercity bus crashed in the Canadian province of British Columbia, killing four people and injuring hundreds more. The car is thought to have … Read more

Paris shooting: Suspect confesses ‘pathological’ hatred of migrants

paris

The suspect was admitted to a mental health facility. He is charged with opening fire at a centre for Kurdish culture. There were total three people injured and three dead. According to French authorities, the man suspected of carrying out a deadly attack against the Kurdish minority in Paris has admitted to having a “pathological” … Read more

Skiers saved after avalanche in western Austria

avalanche

In total there were 10 skiers stuck in avalanche. All lives are saved by authorities. The nationalities of the skiers were not disclosed. The ten skiers who were caught in an avalanche on Sunday near the western Austrian resort of Lech-Zuers have all been rescued, according to police. After initial concerns that the missing individuals … Read more

Afghanistan: Foreign aid groups cease operations after Taliban ban on female staff

Taliban

5 NGOs halted operations in Afghanistan due to ban on women. Women’s right are suppressed by Taliban. Women have been denied access to parks and gyms. Five prestigious non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have halted operations in Afghanistan after the Taliban forbade women from working with them. Without their “female personnel,” Care International, the Norwegian Refugee Council … Read more

Seán Rooney: Arrest made after Irish soldier slain in Lebanon

Seán Rooney

A minimum of one arrest has been made in Lebanon. The main suspect was given over by the formidable Hezbollah guerrilla group. Private Rooney was returned to Ireland on Monday. A minimum of one arrest has been made in Lebanon following the death of an Irish soldier serving on a UN peacekeeping operation. On December … Read more

Kathy Whitworth: Golfer who set a win record passes away at age 83

Kathy Whitworth

She passed away unexpectedly, according to her partner. She was the first woman to make $1 million on the LPGA circuit in 1981. She won her last professional championship in 1985. According to the American Ladies Professional Golf Association, Kathy Whitworth, the professional golfer with the most trophies, passed away at the age of 83. … Read more

Shanghai requests residents to stay in on Christmas as China Covid surges

China

Young couples and some families often get together to spend the holiday. The omicron variant is on the rise after restrictions ended. A large Christmas market is usually held in Shanghai in a high-end shopping area. The omicron variant is on the rise, weeks after the government suddenly ended its “zero-Covid” policy, which had strict … Read more

Abortion rights groups hope to build on their victories with new ballot measures

Abortion rights

In 10 states, people are already working to get ballot measures on the ballot. Abortion-rights groups are aiming for more wins in the next two years. “This gives voters a voice” said Kelly Hall. In 10 states, people are already working to get ballot measures on the ballot that would write abortion into their state … Read more

IRS didn’t look too closely at Trump’s tax returns congressional report says

Donald Trump

In 2019, an IRS agent suggested a “limited” examination of Trump’s taxes. Agency failed to thoroughly audit Donald Trump’s tax returns while he was president. Using accountants does not ensure financial integrity. In 2019, an IRS agent suggested a “limited” examination of Trump’s taxes due to the complexity of the returns, the sensitivity of the … Read more

Idaho professor sues TikToker over deaths of 4 college students

TikToker

The lawsuit was filed Wednesday in Idaho District Court. The lawsuit seems to be the latest example of what one expert called “dangerous” rumours. Authorities haven’t found any suspects in the deaths of Kaylee Goncalves. In his federal lawsuit, a history professor from the University of Idaho accuses the TikToker of defamation and says that … Read more

Target issues recall for more than 200,000 weighted blankets after 2 children die

Target

Target ordered a recall for more than 200,000 weighted blankets. The girls, who were 4 and 6, died while trapped in blanket. Target was the only retailer offering the blankets. Following the asphyxiation deaths of two children in North Carolina, Target ordered a recall for more than 200,000 weighted blankets, according to Target and government … Read more

Shells hit the Ukrainian city of Kherson, leaving 10 people dead and 55 injured

Kherson

10 people were killed and 55 injured as Russian mortars pounded Kherson. Ukraine PM tweeted pictures of the devastation on social media. On Saturday, it will have been 10 months since the Russian invasion first began. Since Russian troops left and the Ukrainian army took control of Kherson in November, attacks there have increased significantly. At … Read more

Over 50 casualties after Christmas Eve bus crash in British Columbia

bus crash

53 individuals were being treated by medical teams at three hospitals. The collision happened on the Highway 97C Okanagan. Code Orange responses are initiated. According to authorities, the collision happened on the Highway 97C Okanagan Connector between Merritt and Kelowna. After a bus accident on a highway in British Columbia, dozens of people were rushed … Read more