Global food prices at highest since 2022: UN
Global food prices have surged due to the impacts of climate change, war and trade instability. The international food price index rose in August, reaching its highest level since November 2022.
VB Desk, International
VB Desk, International
Taliban bans protests in Afghanistan, says 'no place for it in Islamic law'
The Taliban government has justified its decision to ban all forms of protests in Afghanistan, claiming the new regulation is fully compliant with Islamic law. Human rights organisations have strongly criticised the move.
Meloni breaks Berlusconi’s record as Italy’s longest-serving PM
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has become the longest-serving head of government in the history of the country’s republic, surpassing the previous record held by Silvio Berlusconi.
Pig kidney functions for record 271 days after transplant into human
A genetically modified pig kidney remained functional for a record 271 days after being transplanted into a 66-year-old man in the United States, offering fresh evidence that animal organs could one day help bridge the gap for patients waiting for human donors.
Ex-UK teacher on trial over sexual relationship with teenager student
A former teacher in Southampton, England, has gone on trial accused of having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student while working at Bitterne Park School.
US strikes kill 19 in Iran, including three pilots
At least 19 people, including three Iranian military pilots, were killed in recent US strikes across Iran, according to Iranian state media and other reports.
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