October 2017
Kurdistan Region: Agreement Between Iraqi Forces and Peshmerga for Ceasefire
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq announced a ceasefire agreement between Iraqi forces and Kurdish Peshmerga to halt fighting in northern Iraq, although details remain unclear.…
Philippines Announces End to Siege of Marawi City by ISIS Allies
The Philippines has declared the end of the siege of Marawi City by ISIS-aligned militants after five months of military operations. Defense Minister Delfin Lorenzana…
Trump: The Liberation of Raqqa is a Significant Advancement in the Global Campaign Against ISIS
Donald Trump announced the liberation of Raqqa from ISIS as a significant step in the global fight against the group. The Syrian Democratic Forces, supported…
Yashica Camera Returns with 'Digital Photography Film'
Yashica has launched the Y35 camera, blending digital and analog photography experiences, aiming to encourage thoughtful photography by requiring manual adjustments. The camera features a…
Artificial Intelligence and Google's New Products
Google has launched a new series of hardware products, prominently featuring the Pixel 2 phone, which aims to compete with the likes of Samsung's Galaxy…
Resumption and Re-registration for Green Card Lottery from October 18
The U.S. Green Card lottery registration will resume on October 18 after a technical halt, requiring previous applicants to re-register. This change comes amidst new…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Iraq and Kurds to Avoid Conflict
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis urged Iraq and Kurdish forces to focus on defeating ISIS rather than engaging in conflict amid rising tensions around Kirkuk.…
Another U.S. Consulate Employee Summoned to Prosecutor's Office in Istanbul
A U.S. consulate employee in Turkey has been summoned for questioning related to last year's failed coup, following the arrest of his wife and daughter…
Trump Delays Transfer of US Embassy to Jerusalem for the Second Time
Donald Trump has delayed the transfer of the US embassy to Jerusalem for the second time, stating he wants to give the peace process a…
Trump: Only One Thing Will Work Regarding North Korea
Donald Trump stated that negotiations with North Korea have been ineffective for 25 years and emphasized that only one thing will yield results. He criticized…
The Meeting of Philosophy and Mathematics in the Station of the Mind
The article discusses the book "Harmony and Exchange" by Ramin Jahanbegloo and Mehrdad Loghmani, which explores the intersection of philosophy and mathematics, emphasizing the importance…
2019 Green Card Lottery; U.S. State Department Clarifications
The U.S. virtual embassy in Iran has announced the start of the 2019 Green Card lottery for Iranian applicants, but emphasized that recent immigration restrictions…
U.S. Secretary of State: I Have Never Considered Resigning
Rex Tillerson, U.S. Secretary of State, affirmed his loyalty to President Trump's policies and denied any thoughts of resignation amidst rising tensions and speculation about…
Investigations into the Las Vegas Shooting and the Motives of the Perpetrator Continue
Stephen Paddock, the Las Vegas shooter, transferred $100,000 abroad shortly before the attack and was found to have prepared extensively with firearms and surveillance equipment.…
The U.S. Expels 15 Cuban Diplomats
The U.S. has expelled 15 Cuban diplomats in response to health issues affecting American diplomats in Cuba, citing Havana's failure to ensure their safety. This…
The U.S. Seeks to Reduce Cuban Embassy Staff in Washington by 60%
The U.S. plans to reduce Cuban embassy staff in Washington by 60% following health concerns affecting American diplomats in Havana. This decision has led to…
Dozens of Weapons Found in the Home and Shooting Site of Las Vegas Shooter
Stephen Paddock, the shooter in the Las Vegas massacre, was found to have over 40 firearms and explosives in his home and hotel room, resulting…
Shooting in Las Vegas Leaves 58 Dead and Over 500 Injured
A mass shooting in Las Vegas resulted in 58 deaths and over 500 injuries, marking the deadliest shooting in U.S. history. The shooter, Stephen Paddock,…
Trial of Suspects in the Murder of Kim Jong-nam, Half-brother of North Korean Leader, Begins
The trial of two women accused of murdering Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has begun in Malaysia. The women, who…