January 2018
UNICEF: 60,000 Children in North Korea Suffer from 'Severe Hunger'
UNICEF reported that 60,000 children in North Korea are at severe risk of hunger due to international sanctions and malnutrition. The organization is seeking $16.5…
Miloš Zeman Re-elected as President of the Czech Republic for Another Five-Year Term
Miloš Zeman has been re-elected as President of the Czech Republic, securing nearly 52% of the votes in a close election against Jiří Drahoš. Zeman's…
Death, Faith, Hope, and Victory; The Deaf Genius and Symphony No. 9
The Barbican in London hosted a performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, featuring the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The event highlighted the significance of Beethoven's works, particularly…
Overthrow or Reforms?
The article discusses the debate among Iranian opposition groups on whether to pursue reforms within the current regime or to seek its overthrow. Some advocate…
Pope Condemns 'Fake News' as Diabolical and Criticizes Its Use in Politics
Pope Francis condemned fake news as a harmful phenomenon that promotes division and hatred, urging journalists to expose it and focus on truth. This statement…
Pope Apologizes for Recent Comments on 'Sexual Abuse in the Church'
Pope Francis apologized for comments that hurt victims of sexual abuse in the church while maintaining Bishop Juan Barros's innocence. His remarks have drawn criticism…
Merchants Oppose Demolition of Remaining Parts of Plasco Building
Merchants from the Plasco building are opposing the demolition of the remaining structure that survived a devastating fire last year, citing a lack of accountability…
U.S. Oil Production Set to Reach Historic Record
U.S. oil production is projected to exceed 10 million barrels per day, surpassing 1970s records, with significant economic implications including a 20% reduction in oil…
Serbia and Montenegro Could Join the European Union by 2025
Serbia and Montenegro are projected to be ready for EU membership by 2025, alongside other Western Balkan nations. This initiative aims to revitalize the EU…
Arrest of Herat Municipality Advisor on Charges of Spying for Iran
Asadullah Rezaei, an advisor to the Herat Municipality, has been arrested by Afghan security forces on charges of espionage for Iran. This incident highlights ongoing…
Erdogan Announces Attack on Kurdish Region in Northern Syria 'In the Coming Days'
Turkish President Erdogan announced an imminent military operation against the Kurdish-controlled Afrin region in northern Syria, aiming to eliminate what he calls terrorism along Turkey's…
Tunisian Government Increases Budget for the Poor in Response to Protests
The Tunisian government has increased its budget for the poor by $70 million in response to recent protests against rising living costs and austerity measures.…
150 More People Including Opposition Leaders Arrested in Tunisia Unrest
The Tunisian government has arrested 150 more individuals, including opposition leaders, amid ongoing protests against rising prices and taxes. The unrest has escalated following the…
Benjamin Netanyahu's Reaction to New Controversy Involving His Son
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his son Yair after a controversial video surfaced showing him making offensive remarks about women while partying. The incident…
Associated Press: Special Counsel Team Expresses Interest in Interviewing Trump
The Associated Press reports that the special counsel team is interested in interviewing Donald Trump about Russian interference in the 2016 elections. This development suggests…
"Me Too"; More Newsworthy than Cinema and Television at the 75th Golden Globe Awards
The 75th Golden Globe Awards highlighted significant issues of sexual harassment and gender equality in Hollywood, with Oprah Winfrey's powerful speech marking a pivotal moment.…
Turkish Foreign Minister's Visit to Germany; Efforts to Improve Bilateral Relations
The foreign ministers of Germany and Turkey met to discuss improving their strained relations, particularly regarding the detention of German citizens in Turkey. Both countries…
The Fate of Protests
Recent protests in Iran have resulted in significant arrests and casualties, raising questions about their future outcomes, including potential regime change or increased repression. The…