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Sri Lanka First Openly Transgender Candidate Runs For Parliament To Inspire Change

13 Nov 2024 17:12 PM IST

As Sri Lanka’s parliamentary elections approach, Chanu Nimesha is making history as the nation’s first openly transgender candidate, running with hopes of fostering a more inclusive and accepting political culture. Representing the Socialist Party of Sri Lanka, Nimesha, 49, is contesting for a seat from Kegalle, located around 80 kilometers

Japan Controversial Proposal: Ban On Women Marrying After 25, Raise Women Rights Concern

13 Nov 2024 17:03 PM IST

Naoki Hyakuta, the leader of Japan’s Conservative Party, has sparked widespread outrage with his controversial remarks advocating for restrictive policies on women’s rights. In a video posted on November 8, Hyakuta proposed that women should be prohibited from marrying after the age of 25 and should undergo forced hysterectomies by

Donald Trump Emerges As Tiktok’s Unlikely Ally Amid Looming US Ban Deadline

13 Nov 2024 16:37 PM IST

As TikTok faces a potential US ban set for mid-January, former President Donald Trump, now President-elect, is signaling his support for the app he once sought to prohibit. During his campaign, Trump frequently pledged to oppose banning the popular social media platform, a stance he’s now reinforcing ahead of his

US Opens Air Defense Base In Poland Boosts NATO’s Eastern Security Shield

13 Nov 2024 16:09 PM IST

The United States is set to inaugurate a new air defense base in northern Poland on Wednesday, as the Polish government aims to assure citizens of NATO’s commitment to their security, especially following Donald Trump’s recent presidential victory. Located in Redzikowo, near Poland’s Baltic coast, this long-planned base is seen

China’s J-35A Fighter Unveiled: A 5th Gen Stealth Jet Which Echoes US Design

13 Nov 2024 15:35 PM IST

At the ongoing 2024 Zhuhai Air Show, China has highlighted its growing military strength with the debut of the J-35A stealth fighter, drawing attention as it prepares to become a key asset in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). The aircraft, which shares design similarities with the US F-35,

Report: Saudi Arabia 2034 FIFA World Cup Bid Creates Human Rights Issues Raising Concern

13 Nov 2024 14:13 PM IST

Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup has faced significant opposition from human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and the Sport and Rights Alliance (SRA), who have raised concerns about the potential for human rights violations. While Saudi Arabia has made strides in becoming a growing force

NHS To Roll Out Game-Changing Pill To Help Smokers Quit, Prevent Thousands Of Deaths

13 Nov 2024 14:00 PM IST

The NHS will soon introduce a daily pill to help individuals quit smoking, with hopes that it could save thousands of lives each year. The pill, called varenicline, targets nicotine cravings while alleviating withdrawal symptoms like irritability and sleep disturbances. Amanda Pritchard, NHS England’s Chief Executive, described the pill as

18th Century Sculpture Purchased For Rs. 540 Could Fetch Over Rs. 2.68 Crore at Auction

13 Nov 2024 13:38 PM IST

A marble bust, bought for just £5 (around Rs 540) and used as a doorstop for years, could now sell for over £2.5 million (Rs 2.68 crore). Known as the Bouchardon Bust, the sculpture was created in the early 18th century by renowned French artist Edmé Bouchardon. It features John

Spain Largest Cocaine Bust: €20M Found Hidden In Walls At Top Police Officer

13 Nov 2024 13:38 PM IST

Police Officer Linked to Largest-Ever Cocaine Seizure in Spain A top Spanish police officer, Óscar Sánchez Gil, has been arrested after €20 million in cash was discovered hidden in the walls of his home. Sánchez Gil, who was the head of the fraud and anti-money laundering division of Spain’s national

Teachers’ Quick Thinking Saves Israeli Kindergarten Class From Hezbollah Drone

13 Nov 2024 13:32 PM IST

Teachers’ quick actions saved a kindergarten class in Nesher, Israel, from a Hezbollah drone attack on Tuesday. Despite no siren warning, the educators heard a faint siren from a nearby town and immediately ushered the children to the facility’s bomb shelter. Just after the children were secured, an explosion occurred

5.3-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Islamabad and Other Parts of Pakistan

13 Nov 2024 13:25 PM IST

On Wednesday, a 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck parts of Pakistan, including the capital, Islamabad, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the quake with a slightly lower magnitude of 5.1. The earthquake, centered in Afghanistan’s Hindukush mountain range at a depth of 220 kilometers,

Canada Shifts Tone On Immigration Says “Not Everyone Is Welcome” Amid Fear Of Trump Plans

13 Nov 2024 13:13 PM IST

Canada’s immigration minister, Marc Miller, has warned that “not everyone is welcome” in the country, signaling a toughening stance on immigration as the nation braces for a potential influx of migrants. This shift comes amid expectations that Donald Trump’s return to the White House will result in mass deportations, potentially

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