December 2018
Increase in Number of Boat Migrants in the English Channel; UK Issues Warning
The number of Iranian and other migrants attempting to cross the English Channel has surged, prompting UK officials to issue warnings and take action. Recent…
Explosive Operations Near Historical Sites in Firouzabad
An explosive operation aimed at removing a rock near historical Sasanian sites in Firouzabad raised concerns about the preservation of cultural heritage. The operation, which…
Death of Second Guatemalan Child; Refugee Children in the U.S. Undergo Medical Testing
A second Guatemalan child, Felipe Gomez Alonzo, died in a U.S. migrant detention center, prompting U.S. officials to announce that nearly all detained children will…
Kevin Spacey to be Tried for Sexual Assault
Kevin Spacey is facing trial for allegedly sexually assaulting an 18-year-old in 2016. The charges stem from accusations made by the victim's mother, a former…
Marriage Proposal for Girls Under 13 Rejected by Parliament Commission Due to 'Religious Issues'
The Iranian Parliament's Judicial Commission has rejected a proposal to prohibit marriage for girls under 13, citing religious reasons. Despite some support from religious authorities,…
White House: Partial Shutdown of U.S. Government May Last Until New Year
The U.S. government is facing a partial shutdown that may extend into 2019 due to a budget impasse over funding for a border wall demanded…
World Countries Reach Agreement on Pollution Gas Combat Rules
World countries have reached a significant agreement on greenhouse gas measurement and reduction at the UN climate summit in Poland, amidst rising carbon dioxide levels.…
Donald Trump Engages in Verbal Clash with Democratic Leaders Over Border Wall Funding
Donald Trump publicly clashed with Democratic leaders over funding for the border wall, threatening a government shutdown if his demands are not met. The disagreement…
Selection of an Angela Merkel Ally as Leader of the German Christian Democratic Party
The German Christian Democratic Party has elected Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer as its new leader, signaling a continuation of Angela Merkel's policies. This decision enhances Kramp-Karrenbauer's chances…