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Russia's Call for a BRICS Financial System Alternative

Russia, leading the BRICS group, proposes an IMF alternative to counter Western influence on global finance. Finance Minister Anton Siluanov urges BRICS, representing 37% of global GDP, to create new finance structures as Russia faces po...

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Prospect of UK Rejoining the EU Discussed by Peter Mandelson

Peter Mandelson suggested that the United Kingdom might begin discussions to rejoin the European Union within a decade. He emphasized the critical need to address the economic issues caused by the Brexit deal while stressing the difficul...

Historic Floods Reshape Sahara Desert Landscape

In September, southeastern Morocco witnessed severe floods in the Sahara Desert after torrential rains exceeded the yearly average, marking the first such event in 50 years. Over 100mm of rain fell in 24 hours in Tagounite, refilling Lak...

Brazilian Man Arrested for Decades-long Abuse and Imprisonment of Family

A fifty-four-year-old man in Novo Oriente, Brazil, has been arrested for holding his wife, their seven children, and mother-in-law captive for twenty years while allegedly abusing them. The case surfaced after one daughter escaped, leadi...

EU Plans Sanctions on Iran for Missile Transfers to Russia

The European Union is poised to sanction entities involved in Iranian ballistic missile transfers to Russia. Expected to target 14 individuals and organizations, these sanctions follow U.S. claims of Russian acquisition of missiles for t...

Nihon Hidankyo Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Nihon Hidankyo, a group representing Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bomb survivors, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its nuclear disarmament advocacy. The award highlights the dangers of nuclear weapon use and serves as a remind...

Donald Trump Amplifies Anti-Migrant Sentiments in Colorado Speech

Donald Trump, during a speech in Aurora, Colorado, depicted the United States as 'occupied' by criminal migrants, pledging mass deportations through a plan called 'Operation Aurora.' His remarks include false claims about gang violence, ...

Ireland Urges Israel to Cease Fire on UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris urged Israel to stop attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon after recent incidents. Irish troops are part of the UN mission in Lebanon, which faces tensions in the region. Harris called for full protectio...

Israel Marks Yom Kippur Under Multi-Front Conflict for First Time Since 1973

Israel marks the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur amidst an ongoing multi-front war, the first such situation since 1973. Rocket attacks from Gaza and airstrikes in Lebanon underline tensions, with Hezbollah's threats adding to the conflict....

Elon Musk Unveils Tesla’s Optimus: The Most Ambitious Product Ever

Tesla’s Humanoid Robot Poised to Revolutionize Daily Life and Usher in an Era of Abundance

China Faces Potential Overcapacity in AI Computing Power

China is rapidly expanding its network of AI data centres, leading experts to warn of a potential excess in computing capacity. Over 250 centres have been constructed or are under construction, pushing China's total computing power to 24...

China's EV Price War Reaches New Heights

In 2024, Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, including BYD, Xpeng, and Geely Auto, increased their price discounting to attract buyers. From January to September, 124 models saw price cuts, exceeding last year's 97 models, as reporte...

Huawei Surpasses Apple in China Smartphone Sales for First Time in Nearly Four Years

In August, Huawei Technologies surpassed Apple in smartphone sales in Mainland China for the first time in 46 months. This achievement follows Huawei's successful comeback in the 5G handset market, marked by increased demand for its high...

William and Kate's First Public Appearance Post-Chemotherapy

On Thursday, Kate, the Princess of Wales, and Prince William appeared publicly in Southport, northwest England, for the first time since Kate's chemotherapy ended. They visited the community recovering from a July knife attack that kille...

Trump Proposes Tariffs on Chinese Cars to Protect US Auto Industry

Donald Trump, a Republican presidential candidate, announced that he would impose tariffs of up to 200% on Chinese car manufacturers to protect the American auto industry. Speaking in Michigan, he also proposed renegotiating the USMCA an...

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Heads of 9 post-Soviet states gather in Moscow, issue joint statement to the world

We, the heads of state of the Commonwealth of Independent States (Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan) call upon the peoples of our countries and the world to prevent the re...

Viktor Orban expressed his view of the EU loud and clear, calling it 'a benign dictatorship at best, not a democracy.'

The Impact of Online Culture on Young Women: Survey Insights

A Girlguiding survey reveals over half of young women aged 11 to 21 stay on social media due to FOMO, despite facing increasing cyber harassment. The study shows increasing exposure to unwanted sexual content and declining confidence in ...

Hypersonic Jet to Revolutionize Air Travel

Venus Aerospace plans to test a hypersonic jet in 2025, capable of flying from New York to London in just sixty minutes. Equipped with the Venus Detonation Ramjet 2000 lb Thrust Engine, the jet reaches speeds of up to Mach 6. Partnering ...

Russian Medic Arrested for Alleged Satanism and Promoting LGBTQ Rights

Russian authorities have arrested a medic in Ulyanovsk, accused of Satanism and promoting same-sex relationships amidst a crackdown on LGBTQ rights. The FSB claims he spread these ideas as part of devil worship while promising financial ...

RT has converted key archive speeches delivered by Putin into spoken English using the help of AI

RT has used AI to translate Putin's speeches from Russian into English, giving viewers the chance to "hear directly from Putin's own words about Russia's concerns, demands, and aspirations—this time in English." Whether we choose to beli...

Madonna's Brother Passes Away at the Age of 63

Christopher Ciccone, the brother of pop icon Madonna, who was closely involved in her career until they had a falling out in 2008, has passed away at the age of 63. "He was an incredibly talented person with a wicked sense of humor," a f...

Elon Musk Joins Trump on Stage, Celebrates Free Speech and Slams Biden-Harris Administration

“we had one president who couldn't climb a flight of stairs and another who was fist-pumping after getting shot. ‘Fight, fight.’ Blood coming down the face. Now, America is the home of the brave, and there's no truer test than courage un...

Bill Gates: "6% of global emissions are cows... You can either fix the cows to stop them farting, or you can make beef without the cow."

Sure, because nothing quite says 'saving the planet' like chowing down on artificial "meat" whipped up in a lab owned by Bill Gates.

Facilitated Communication: Miracle Tool or Manipulative Method?

Facilitated communication, developed in 1977 by Rosemary Crossley, is a method where facilitators assist non-verbal individuals in communicating, often seen as controversial due to concerns it may reflect facilitators' inputs instead of ...

Ukraine to Present 'Victory Plan' at Upcoming Meeting in Germany

Ukraine is set to present its "victory plan" at the upcoming meeting with its allies at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on October 12, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced in a Telegram post on Saturday.

Norwegian Police Conclude 'Spy Whale' Hvaldimir's Death Due to Infection

Hvaldimir, the beluga whale nicknamed the 'spy whale' for a Russian harness it wore, was found dead in Norway. An autopsy revealed he died from a bacterial infection due to a mouth wound caused by a lodged stick, not gunshot wounds. The ...

Dominica Sells Citizenship to Boost Climate Resilience

Dominica has turned to selling citizenship as a funding source to recover and build climate resilience after Hurricane Maria. The program, selling passports for a minimum of two hundred thousand dollars, funds critical infrastructure but...

Macron: "It’s Time to Stop Sending Arms to Israel"

There is no question about the urgent need to stop harming innocent civilians during the war on terror. The real issue with Macron’s statement lies in his blatant double standards. It raises serious questions about the true motivation of...

Emirates Bans Pagers and Walkie-Talkies on All Flights

Emirates airline has announced a ban on passengers carrying pagers and walkie-talkies on flights to, from, or via Dubai. According to a travel update issued on Friday night, the ban applies to both checked-in and cabin luggage.

EU Car Industry Faces Severe Downturn

The EU automotive industry is experiencing its worst phase since the Covid-19 pandemic, with a sharp decrease in car sales by 200,000 vehicles in the first eight months of 2024 compared to last year. Expert Ferdinand Dudenhoeffer notes a...

EU Imposes Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles

The European Commission has imposed new tariffs on battery electric vehicles imported from China, ranging from seven point eight percent to thirty five point three percent for five years. The move is intended to shield European carmakers...

Spanish F-18 Fighter Jet Crash Claims Pilot's Life

A Spanish Air Force F-18 fighter jet crashed in eastern Spain, killing pilot Lieutenant Colonel Pablo Estrada Martín. The accident occurred during a low-altitude exercise near Peralejos, Teruel at around 12:30 pm local time. The aircraft...