Death Toll from Israeli Attacks in Lebanon Reaches 2,255, Says Lebanese Health Ministry
The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon has reached 2,255, with over 10,500 injured, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
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Boeing Announces 10% Workforce Reduction Amid Ongoing Strikes
Boeing has announced plans to cut 10% of its workforce as ongoing worker strikes impact the company’s financial performance.
Florida Communities Rebuild After Devastating Hurricane Milton
Florida residents face tough choices after Hurricane Milton claimed lives and left communities devastated.
China and Laos Pledge Enhanced Cooperation in Joint Statement During Premier Li’s Visit
China and Laos pledged to strengthen cooperation during Premier Li Qiang’s visit, focusing on aligning the Belt and Road Initiative with Laos’ strategy, enhancing the China-Laos Railway, and expanding trade.
UNIFIL Reports Fifth Peacekeeper Wounded Amid Escalating Tensions in Lebanon
A fifth UN peacekeeper has been wounded in south Lebanon amid escalating tensions near the Israeli border, UNIFIL reports.
Israeli Airstrike in Mount Lebanon Kills Five, Injures 14
An Israeli airstrike on Al-Muaisrah in Mount Lebanon killed five and injured 14 others, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health.
Israeli Airstrike in Mount Lebanon Leaves Five Dead, 14 Injured
Five people were killed and 14 injured in an Israeli airstrike on the town of Al-Muaisrah in Mount Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health on Saturday.
2024 BRICS Summit in Russia: A New Era Begins Post-Expansion
The 2024 BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, from October 22 to 24, marks the group’s first meeting after expansion, heralding a new era of collaboration among leading emerging economies.
Healing Wings: Chicago Enthusiasts Aid Migrating Birds Amid High-Rise Hazards
Each spring and fall, Chicago’s enthusiasts work tirelessly to rescue migrating birds that collide with high-rise buildings, emphasizing the need for urban wildlife conservation.
Chicago Enthusiasts Mobilize to Protect Migrating Birds from High-Rise Risks
Chicago enthusiasts mobilize to protect migrating birds from high-rise risks, implementing rescue efforts and advocating for bird-friendly practices.
China and Laos Pledge to Strengthen Development Cooperation
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone have pledged to enhance cooperation by aligning their countries’ development strategies, aiming to promote mutual success and strengthen regional ties.
WWF Report: Africa’s Wildlife Population Plunges by 76% Since 1970
A new WWF report reveals a devastating 76% decline in Africa’s wildlife populations over the past 50 years, highlighting urgent calls for transformative action to protect natural ecosystems.
WWF Report: Africa’s Wildlife Population Plummets by 76% Since 1970
Africa’s wildlife populations have plummeted by 76% since 1970, according to WWF-Kenya’s 2024 Living Planet Report, highlighting urgent threats to biodiversity and the need for transformative conservation actions.
EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs Could Backfire, Warns Bloomberg
Bloomberg warns that the EU’s decision to impose tariffs on Chinese EVs may backfire, undermining decarbonization goals and sparking a trade war that could harm both economies.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Arrives in Beirut
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf arrived in Beirut on Saturday, aiming to bolster Iran-Lebanon relations amid regional developments.
Wildfires Devastate Sao Paulo’s Nature Reserves, Wildlife in Crisis
Devastating wildfires have ravaged Sao Paulo’s nature reserves, consuming over 9,700 hectares and leaving wildlife in crisis. Rehabilitation centers struggle to care for injured animals.
Wildfires Ravage Sao Paulo: Wildlife Rescue Centers Struggle Amid Crisis
Devastating wildfires have consumed over 9,700 hectares of Sao Paulo’s nature reserves, displacing wildlife and overwhelming rehabilitation centers. Efforts continue to save injured animals.
PFAS Leak from U.S. Yokota Air Base in Japan Raises Environmental Concerns
Approximately 48,000 liters of PFAS-contaminated water leaked from the U.S. Yokota Air Base in Japan during heavy rainfall in August, raising environmental concerns and prompting calls for investigation.
PFAS Leak from U.S. Yokota Air Base Raises Environmental Concerns in Japan
Approximately 48,000 liters of PFAS-contaminated water overflowed from the U.S. Yokota Air Base in Japan during heavy rainfall in August, raising environmental concerns over delayed reporting.
SCO Secretary-General Condemns Terrorist Attack in Pakistan’s Sindh Province
SCO Secretary-General Zhang Ming condemns a terrorist attack in Pakistan’s Sindh Province, pledging support to combat terrorism and uphold regional security.