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For the third year running, London has been named Europe’s most congested city, according to the latest report from Inrix, a global traffic data provider. In 2023, motorists in London spent an average of 99 hours in traffic, marking an increase from 97 hours in the previous year. This level of congestion places London ahead of all other European…

In a historic declaration, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed victory for his alliance in India’s general election, emphasizing the mandate to advance his transformative agenda. Modi hailed the win as a triumph of democracy, highlighting the electorate’s immense faith in his leadership and the National Democratic Alliance coalition.…

In a decisive move to counteract Japan’s plummeting birthrate, the parliament has passed a law designed to enhance child care support through increased allowances and expanded parental leave. This legislation is a key part of the government’s strategy to more fairly distribute the costs of raising children. Effective fiscal 2026, the law…

Sri Lanka is reeling from the aftermath of heavy rainfall, with floods and mudslides wreaking havoc across the nation. At least 10 people have been reported dead, and six others are missing as a result of the calamity, as announced by officials. In response to the ongoing crisis, the Ministry of Education has taken the unprecedented step of closing…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a strong condemnation of the recent air strikes on Rafah, which targeted tents sheltering displaced individuals. The attacks, which resulted in numerous casualties including many children, have drawn a heartfelt response from Guterres who stated, “the horror and suffering must stop immediately.” In a…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan embarked on a significant state visit to Seoul, South Korea, where he engaged in crucial diplomatic discussions and cultural exchanges. During his meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and First Lady Kim Keon-hee, both parties expressed their commitment to strengthening bilateral…

The European Council has approved a new Schengen Borders Code aimed at enhancing the management of internal and external borders within the EU. The code addresses border control procedures for individuals crossing external EU borders, marking a significant step in fortifying the Schengen area against current and future crises. This update ensures…

A catastrophic landslide has left hundreds feared dead after engulfing dozens of homes and trapping families in a remote village in northern Papua New Guinea. According to reports from Reuters, the devastation occurred in Kaokalam village early on Friday, with residents recounting harrowing tales of destruction. Eyewitnesses revealed that more than…

Following the devastating helicopter crash that claimed the life of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and key members of his administration, Iran has promptly initiated a transfer of power. The crash, which also took the lives of Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian among others, has propelled Vice President Mohammad Mokhber into the presidency…

Climeworks, a pioneering Swiss company, has marked a significant milestone in the fight against climate change by unveiling the world’s largest operational direct air capture (DAC) plant in Iceland. This mammoth facility, named “Mammoth,” dwarfs its predecessors, nearly ten times the size of the previous record-holder. The urgency of addressing…