October 2015
Earthquake in Afghanistan and Pakistan Leaves 280 Dead So Far
A powerful earthquake has struck Afghanistan and Pakistan, resulting in nearly 280 deaths and significant injuries, particularly in Pakistan. The Afghan government has called for…
Bomb Explosion at Sacred Shia Site in Bangladesh Leaves One Dead
A bomb explosion at a sacred Shia site in Dhaka, Bangladesh, resulted in one death and 80 injuries, with no group claiming responsibility. This incident…
Powerful Storm Patricia Hits Mexico
The powerful storm Patricia, the strongest ever recorded in the Pacific, has struck the western coast of Mexico, prompting a state of emergency and evacuations.…
Suicide Attack on Shia Mosque in Pakistan Leaves 11 Dead
A suicide bomber attacked a Shia mosque in Balochistan, Pakistan, killing at least 11 people, including children. This incident highlights ongoing sectarian violence in Pakistan,…
Decrease in 'Average Unemployment Benefit Claims' in the U.S.
The U.S. has reported a significant drop in unemployment benefit claims, reaching a 40-year low, despite a recent decline in job growth. This trend raises…
UN Secretary-General's Meeting with Palestinian and Israeli Leaders
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called for an end to violence during his meetings with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The…
Croatia Opens Its Border with Serbia to Refugees
Croatia has opened its border with Serbia to refugees amid worsening conditions for thousands trapped in Serbia. Slovenia is struggling to manage the influx as…
Antioxidants and Cancer Progression
New research indicates that antioxidant supplements may accelerate the progression of melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer. Scientists warn cancer patients against using these supplements, as…
Advancement of Iraqi Forces on Three Fronts Against the Islamic State
Iraqi forces have made significant advances against the Islamic State in Baiji and are moving towards Ramadi and Hawija. Supported by Iran-backed militias and Sunni…
China's Economic Growth at Lowest Point Since Financial Crisis
China's economic growth has reached its lowest point since the financial crisis, with a 6.9% increase in GDP for the third quarter, raising concerns about…
Two Killed and 11 Injured in Southern Israel Clashes
A Palestinian attack in Be'er Sheva resulted in the deaths of an Israeli soldier and the attacker, with 11 others injured. This incident marks one…
Pro-Refugee Woman Stabbed Becomes Mayor of Cologne
Henriette Reker, a pro-refugee candidate for mayor of Cologne, was stabbed by an opponent of immigration policies but won the election. The attack has drawn…
Tensions Between Israel and Palestinians; Emergency Meeting at the Security Council
Tensions between Israelis and Palestinians have escalated, leading to knife attacks and violent protests. An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council is scheduled to…
US Budget Deficit Reduced to Lowest Level in Eight Years
The US budget deficit for fiscal year 2015 has decreased to $439 billion, the lowest in eight years, due to efforts by President Obama to…
Following the Explosions in Turkey, Ankara Police Chief Dismissed
The police chief of Ankara and two senior officials were dismissed following deadly explosions that killed at least 99 people during a peace rally. The…
Davutoğlu Blames ISIS for Deadly Ankara Explosions
The Turkish Prime Minister has linked the recent deadly bombings in Ankara to ISIS, with investigations underway and multiple arrests made. The bombings occurred during…
Airstrike on Gaza Following Escalation of Violence Between Israel and Palestinians
The Israeli army conducted airstrikes in Gaza following a rocket attack, leading to rising casualties among Palestinians and Israelis. The violence is fueled by fears…
Turkish Health Minister: Ankara Explosions Left at Least 86 Victims
The PKK has announced a halt to its guerrilla operations in Turkey following two deadly bombings in Ankara that killed at least 86 people. This…
Increase in Stabbings Between Arabs and Jews in Israel
A Jewish Israeli youth attacked and injured four Arabs in Dimona, claiming revenge for recent Palestinian attacks. This incident marks a troubling escalation in violence…
UN Calls for Investigation into Attack on Wedding Ceremony in Yemen
The UN has called for an immediate investigation into an attack on a wedding in Yemen that reportedly killed dozens, including women and children. The…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Airstrike on Wedding Ceremony in Yemen
An airstrike on a wedding in Yemen, reportedly conducted by the Saudi-led coalition, has killed at least 13 people and injured 38. The incident highlights…
UN Condemns Attack on Kunduz Hospital; Obama: We Will Investigate
The UN condemned an airstrike on a hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, that killed at least 19, likely conducted by US forces. President Obama promised a…
Death of at least 9 Médecins Sans Frontières members in Kunduz hospital bombing
At least 9 members of Médecins Sans Frontières were killed in a bombing of a hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, amid ongoing conflict as the Taliban…
At least 11 killed in U.S. military plane crash in Afghanistan
A U.S. military C-130 plane crashed in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing at least 11 people, including American military personnel and civilian contractors. The Taliban claimed responsibility…