Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany Emerges as UNESCO Director-General Candidate
Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany won 55 of 57 votes as the sole UNESCO director-general candidate. If confirmed, he’d become the first Arab and second African leader.
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Indirect Israel-Hamas Talks Kick Off in Sharm El Sheikh for Hostage Swap
Israeli and Hamas delegations begin indirect talks in Sharm El Sheikh to set terms for a hostages-for-prisoners exchange under a US 20-point Gaza ceasefire plan.
US to Impose 25% Tariff on Imported Trucks Nov 1, 2025
Starting November 1, 2025, the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks, reshaping global supply chains and fleet operations.
Brazil Battles Surge in Methanol Poisonings from Tainted Drinks
Brazil faces a wave of methanol poisonings after tainted alcohol sickened 16 people and killed 15, sparking investigations across 13 states.
Hong Kong and New York Ride High on IPO Boom
Discover how Hong Kong and New York are experiencing a surge in IPO activity this year, driven by investor appetite, tech listings, and global market dynamics.
Gaza Peace Plan Splits Netanyahu’s Coalition
Netanyahu’s far-right coalition is divided over Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan as Hamas signals partial acceptance, threatening to topple the government ahead of elections.
Flotilla Activists Allege Inhumane Detention by Israeli Forces
Activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla report inhumane detention by Israeli forces, citing sleep deprivation, beatings and denied access to food and water during deportations.
Xizang Rescue 350 Trekkers Stranded by Mount Qomolangma Blizzard
When a blizzard hit Mount Qomolangma, Xizang authorities sheltered 350 trekkers and guided 200+ others to safety, showcasing rapid rescue in extreme conditions.
Trio Wins 2025 Nobel Prize for Immune Tolerance Discoveries
Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi win the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for groundbreaking discoveries in peripheral immune tolerance.
French PM Lecornu Resigns Hours After Cabinet Appointment
Sebastien Lecornu resigned as France’s prime minister hours after unveiling his cabinet lineup, marking the fifth PM shake-up in two years amid deep political divides.