Scientists discover 57 new species hidden in the South Atlantic
Scientists exploring the South Atlantic Ocean have discovered 57 new marine species and five new genera. The discoveries were made during a two-week workshop that brought together 20 taxonomists and early-career researchers to study deep-sea biological…
Tipping point in 2029: the aging of Western populations is expected to put a strain on public finances
As Western populations age, fewer workers and rising costs will weigh on public finances, rating agency Moody’s warns. Europe finds itself at the cusp of demographic change. According to the European Commission, the European Union’s…
Ethiopian forces retake Mekelle amid renewed fighting in Tigray | News
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The capture of Mekelle, the regional capital of Tigray, by Ethiopian federal forces and allied Tigray peace force fighters has revived painful memories of the 2020-2022 Tigray war, with residents fearing a return to prolonged…
Four African leaders issue joint statement as Ethiopia’s war escalates | Conflict News
The leaders of Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia and Sudan are also calling for talks to end Sudan’s civil war. Published on October 5, 2026October 5, 2026 Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia and Sudan called for political and peaceful solutions to escalating conflicts…
Plague: Russia hospitalizes nearly 200 people after death: reports
A giant Russian national flag flies behind buildings in St. Petersburg, Russia, February 19, 2025. Anton Vaganov | Reuters Nearly 200 people have been placed under medical observation in Russia’s Irkutsk region, in eastern Siberia, for suspected…
What Elder Gabriel W. Reid Said in October 2026 General Conference – Church News
Elder Gabriel W. Reid, second counselor in the Sunday School general presidency, spoke at the Sunday afternoon session of the October 2026 general conference on teaching in the Church. The following is a summary of what he said. Summary of Brother…
Imran Khan’s supporters march on Islamabad to demand his release
ISLAMABAD (AP) — More than 5,000 supporters of detainees former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan began a day-long march to Islamabad on Sunday to demand his release, after talks between the government and opposition failed. Looming confrontation…
15-year-old boy arrested for shooting woman in face during student riots in France
French police have arrested a 15-year-old boy who was filmed in a gruesome video shooting a woman in the face during a protest in Marseille, France. The shocking footage shows the boy, whose face was covered by a mask, throwing fire at a woman standing…
‘Gender preview’ doesn’t bode well for female UN leader
As the fight for gender equality faces backlash, pressure is mounting for the next leader of the United Nations to be the first woman in its more than 80-year history. The contradiction is not lost on UN Women, the agency leading a fierce fight to defend…
Sex abuse of disabled residents shocked South Korea – BBC
Sexual abuse of disabled residents shocked South Korea BBC Gn world