International
Venezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 160
The death toll in Venezuela has risen to 164, with approximately 971 people injured, following two powerful earthquakes that struck within about a minute of each other. The country's Acting President, Delcy Rodríguez, provided this updated information, warning that the casualties could rise further as rescue workers continue to clear the rubble on Thursday.
32 killed, over 700 injured in Venezuelan back-to-back earthquakes
At least 32 people have been killed and more than 700 injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within seconds of each other.
Powerful 7.2-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Northern Japan
A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of northern Japan on Thursday morning (June 25), sending strong tremors across a wide area and briefly disrupting transportation services.
Deadly back-to-back earthquakes strike Venezuela
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within seconds of each other on Wednesday evening (June 24), causing significant damage in the capital Caracas and raising fears of heavy casualties.
Trees granted human-like rights in historic decision by Canadian town
Is a tree merely a collection of wood and leaves, or does it also possess the right to live, grow, and be protected? A small town in the Canadian province of Quebec has answered this question in legal terms—recognizing trees as "living entities."
Pakistani rights activist Mahrang Baloch sentenced to life in prison
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court has sentenced prominent Baloch human rights activist Mahrang Baloch and fellow activist Sibghatullah to life imprisonment over the killing of a paramilitary soldier during a protest in southwestern Balochistan.
20 broad-gauge coaches arriving from India in July
Bangladesh is set to import passenger train coaches from India for the first time since the fall of the ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government. A shipment of 20 broad-gauge coaches is scheduled to arrive in Bangladesh this July, according to Indian media outlet The Economic Times.
US moves to overhaul student visa rules
The United States is moving toward one of the most significant changes to its international student visa system in decades, with the White House approving a final rule that would replace the long-standing “Duration of Status” (D/S) framework with fixed periods of authorized stay.
Iran President invites PM Modi for Khamenei's funeral
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the funeral ceremony of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, people familiar with the matter told HT on Wednesday.
Oman moves to secure Hormuz shipping with new sea routes
Oman has introduced two temporary shipping corridors in the Strait of Hormuz as part of efforts to maintain the uninterrupted movement of commercial vessels through one of the world’s most strategically important waterways.