October 2016
De Mistura: The Volume of Rocket Attacks by Syrian Rebels in Aleppo is Astonishing
The UN's Stefan de Mistura condemned the high volume of rocket attacks by Syrian rebels on civilian areas in Aleppo, resulting in numerous civilian casualties.…
Media: FBI Ignored Request to Keep New Investigations Related to Clinton Confidential
The FBI has publicly announced new investigations into Hillary Clinton's emails, despite the Attorney General's request to keep such matters confidential to avoid influencing the…
UN: 'Islamic State' Uses Thousands as Human Shields in Mosul
The UN reports that the 'Islamic State' is using thousands of civilians as human shields in Mosul amid ongoing Iraqi military operations to reclaim the…
Attacks Against Baha'is Continue 'Intensely but Secretly' Under Rouhani's Government
The International Baha'i Community reports increased repression of Baha'is in Iran under Hassan Rouhani's government, including arrests and discrimination. Despite international criticism, the situation for…
U.S. Defense Secretary: International Coalition Prepares to Retake Raqqa in Syria
U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter announced preparations for the international coalition to retake Raqqa from ISIS, amid concerns from European leaders about ongoing threats from…
Explosion in Antalya Leaves Several Injured
An explosion in Antalya, Turkey, has injured over 10 people, with authorities investigating the cause. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in Turkey, especially in…
Clashes After Persepolis and Khuzestan Independence Match Leave 33 Injured
Clashes erupted between fans of Khuzestan Independence and Persepolis Tehran after their football match in Ahvaz, resulting in 33 injuries. The match ended in a…
Saad Hariri Supports Michel Aoun's Presidency in Lebanon
Saad Hariri has publicly supported Michel Aoun's presidency in Lebanon, despite Aoun's ties to Hezbollah, aiming to protect the political system of Lebanon. This decision…
Iraqi Prime Minister: Mosul Will Be Liberated Sooner Than Expected
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced that Mosul is likely to be liberated from ISIS sooner than expected, with Iraqi forces advancing rapidly. The international…
Commander of Coalition Ground Forces in Iraq: ISIS Leaders Are Fleeing Mosul
General Gary Volesky announced that ISIS leaders are fleeing Mosul as the U.S.-led coalition continues its offensive. The coalition will not support the Shiite militia…
Barack Obama to Donald Trump: Stop Complaining About Election Integrity
Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump for undermining public confidence in the electoral process, urging him to focus on the votes rather than complaints about election…
Outbreak of Violence in the U.S. Elections
Violence erupted during the U.S. elections, with Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump condemning an attack on a Republican Party office in North Carolina. The incident…
DNA of Water Bear Protects Against X-Ray Damage
A protein from the water bear, an extremophile organism, has been found to protect human DNA from X-ray damage, reducing cellular damage by half. This…
How Does Samsung Plan to Retain Its Customers?
Samsung is attempting to retain customers after halting production of the Galaxy Note 7 due to battery issues that led to explosions. The company is…
Obama's Warning About Trump's Election: Democracy Itself is at Stake
Barack Obama warned that Donald Trump's election poses a threat to American democracy, emphasizing that civility and progress made in the last eight years are…
Turkey Issues Arrest Warrant for 189 More Judges and Prosecutors
Turkey has issued arrest warrants for 189 judges and prosecutors linked to the investigation of the July coup attempt, which the government attributes to Fethullah…
Antonio Guterres Officially Becomes the New Secretary-General of the United Nations
Antonio Guterres has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the United Nations, succeeding Ban Ki-moon for a five-year term. Guterres, a former Prime Minister…
King of Thailand, Holder of the Longest Reign in the World, Passes Away
King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand passed away at 88, ending the longest reign in history. His death raises questions about the future of the Thai…
Why Do Galaxy Note 7 Phones Catch Fire?
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones have been reported to catch fire, prompting the company to recall 2.5 million devices and advise users to stop using…
House Speaker: I Will Not Defend Donald Trump Now or in the Future
House Speaker Paul Ryan announced he will not defend Donald Trump in the presidential election and will focus on maintaining the Republican majority in Congress.…
Arrest of an 'Egyptian Suspect' After a 'Failed Suicide Attack' in Kuwait
An Egyptian citizen was arrested in Kuwait for attempting a failed suicide attack on American soldiers. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region,…
Six Months Suspended Sentence for Iranian Pilot Residing in Germany for 'Deception' of Employment Office
An Iranian pilot living in Germany received a six-month suspended sentence for fraudulently claiming unemployment benefits while earning a high salary from an airline. The…
Kuwait's Interior Ministry Reports Arrest of Two Iranians for Photographing a Hosseiniyah
Kuwait has arrested two Iranians for photographing a religious site, raising concerns amid heightened security during the Muharram mourning period. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has…
Iran's Space Organization Expresses Readiness to Establish Relations with NASA
Iran's Space Organization has expressed readiness to establish relations with NASA, contingent on agreement between the leaders of both countries. This marks a significant moment…
The Fate of the Abandoned Cows in Fukushima
Following the 2011 Fukushima disaster, only 200 cows remain in the contaminated area, as farmers refused to cull them. These cows are now part of…