October 2016
Iraqi Soldiers Enter the City of Mosul
Iraqi forces have entered the city of Mosul for the first time in a significant operation to retake the city from ISIS. This operation involves…
Mike Pence's Plane Skids Off Runway at New York Airport
Mike Pence's plane skidded off the runway at LaGuardia Airport, but no injuries were reported. The incident occurred on a rainy Thursday evening, and Pence…
US: Approximately 900 ISIS Members Killed in Mosul Operations
The US military reports that approximately 900 ISIS fighters have been killed in the ongoing Mosul liberation operation, which has seen significant military involvement from…
Continued Operations in Mosul; ISIS Executed Dozens
The Islamic State has executed dozens of individuals near Mosul, primarily targeting former Iraqi military and police members. This violence occurs amidst ongoing military operations…
Pentagon Reports the Death of Two Senior Al-Qaeda Commanders in Afghanistan
The Pentagon announced the airstrike death of two senior Al-Qaeda commanders in Afghanistan, Farooq Qatani and Bilal Al-Mutaybi, who were involved in establishing safe havens…
Two Earthquakes Shake Central Italy
Two significant earthquakes struck central Italy, causing damage but resulting in only one reported injury. The tremors were felt widely, including in Naples, and the…
Trump: Hillary Clinton's Syria Policy Could Lead to World War III
Donald Trump criticized Hillary Clinton's proposed policies for Syria, claiming they could lead to World War III due to potential direct confrontations with Russia. He…
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…
Major Explosion in Northwest China Leaves 14 Dead and 147 Injured
A significant explosion in Xinmin, Northwest China, resulted in 14 fatalities and 147 injuries, with the cause linked to illegal explosives in a residential building.…
At least 59 killed in attack on police center in Quetta, Pakistan
A coordinated attack by armed militants on a police training center in Quetta, Pakistan, resulted in at least 59 deaths and numerous injuries. The Islamic…
France Begins Demolition of Calais Refugee Camp
France has started demolishing the Jungle refugee camp in Calais, home to thousands of migrants seeking to reach the UK. The government is transferring residents…
Trump's Gap with Clinton Narrows in Latest Reuters/Ipsos Poll
A recent poll indicates that Donald Trump's lead over Hillary Clinton has narrowed to 4 percentage points, with Trump gaining ground among Republican supporters. Trump's…
Cyber Attack Disrupts Several Internet Services
A cyber attack on the U.S. internet service provider Dyn disrupted major online services like Twitter and Amazon. The attack's origin is unknown, and it…
UN: Islamic State Group Has Used 550 Families as Human Shields in Mosul
The UN reports that the Islamic State group has taken 550 families hostage in Mosul, using them as human shields amid ongoing military operations to…
Death of Three Iranians in Kirkuk Following ISIS Suicide Attacks
Three Iranian technicians were killed in Kirkuk, Iraq, due to ISIS suicide attacks amidst ongoing battles in Mosul. The attacks highlight the continuing threat of…
An American Soldier Killed in Mosul Operation
An American soldier was killed in an IED explosion near Mosul during the ongoing liberation operation involving U.S. and Iraqi forces. This incident marks the…
Donald Trump: I Will Accept Election Results If I Win
Donald Trump stated he would accept the election results only if he wins, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. His comments have…
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…
General Wolski: The Number of ISIS Militants in Mosul is Between Three to Five Thousand
General Gary Wolski of the U.S. Army stated that the liberation of Mosul is crucial for defeating ISIS in Iraq, estimating the number of militants…
ISIS Uses Mosul Residents as Human Shields
As Iraqi forces advance towards Mosul, ISIS is reportedly using civilians as human shields, complicating the liberation efforts. The presence of ISIS leader Abu Bakr…
Saudi Arabia Executes Prince on Murder Charges
Saudi Arabia executed Prince Turki bin Saud Al Kabir for murder, marking a rare instance of a royal family member facing capital punishment. This execution…
Vodafone Begins Collaboration with Iranian Company HiWEB
Vodafone has announced a partnership with Iranian internet provider HiWEB to enhance its network and infrastructure in Iran. This collaboration follows the easing of sanctions…
The Relationship Between Blood Pressure Medications and Mood Disorders
A new study suggests that common blood pressure medications, specifically beta blockers and calcium channel blockers, may increase the risk of mood disorders, including depression…
Mosul Operation; US Defense Secretary Says 'Decisive Moment' Has Arrived
The US and Iraqi forces have launched an operation to retake Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant moment in the fight against the group. US…
Trump Intensifies Attacks on Media and Reiterates Election 'Fraud' Claims
Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on the media and reiterated claims of election fraud, alleging that the media is colluding with Hillary Clinton. This…
New Sexual Allegations from Two More Women Against Trump
Two more women have accused Donald Trump of sexual misconduct, leading to a renewed wave of allegations against him. Trump has dismissed these claims as…
Trump Threatens to Sue New York Times; 'The Media's Goal is Clinton's Victory at Any Cost'
Donald Trump has rejected allegations of inappropriate behavior from two women reported by the New York Times and threatened to sue the newspaper. He accuses…
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…
Russia Resumes Bombing of Eastern Aleppo After Several Days Pause
Russia has resumed intense bombing of eastern Aleppo after a brief pause, resulting in significant casualties. The Syrian government and Iranian-backed forces are attempting to…
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…
US: Foreign military forces can only be in Iraq with the permission of the Iraqi government
The US State Department emphasized that foreign military forces in Iraq must have the Iraqi government's approval, amid escalating tensions between Iraq and Turkey over…
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.…
German Police Searching for a Syrian Suspect in Bomb Plot
German police are searching for Jaber al-Bakr, a 22-year-old Syrian suspect believed to be planning a bombing, after discovering explosive materials in his apartment. His…
Hurricane Matthew Leaves at Least 10 Dead in the U.S.
Hurricane Matthew has caused significant destruction in the U.S., resulting in at least 10 fatalities and widespread power outages. The storm has also devastated Haiti,…
Intensified Clashes Between Turkey-Supported Militias and ISIS in Northern Syria
The Turkish army reported the deaths of 31 ISIS militants in northern Syria due to clashes and airstrikes. Turkey-backed militias are advancing towards the city…
Hurricane Matthew Approaches the U.S.; Obama Declares State of Emergency in Florida
Hurricane Matthew has caused significant destruction in Haiti, leading to at least 339 fatalities. In response, President Obama declared a state of emergency in Florida…
The Security Council Officially Nominates Antonio Guterres for UN Secretary-General
The UN Security Council has officially nominated Antonio Guterres for Secretary-General, proposing a five-year term. Guterres expressed gratitude and humility in response to the nomination,…
Hurricane Matthew Leaves 26 Dead; Warning to Residents of East Florida
Hurricane Matthew has caused significant destruction in the Caribbean, resulting in 26 deaths, and has prompted mass evacuations in Florida as it approaches the state.…
Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to Creators of 'Smallest Devices in the World'
The 2016 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Jean-Pierre Sauvage, J. Fraser Stoddart, and Bernard Feringa for their groundbreaking work on molecular devices. Their…
Yahoo Monitored 'User Emails at the Request of the U.S. Government'
Yahoo has reportedly monitored user emails at the request of the U.S. government, marking a significant instance of compliance by an American internet company with…
WikiLeaks to Release New Documents Ahead of US Presidential Election
Julian Assange announced that WikiLeaks will release around one million documents related to the US elections and major institutions in the coming weeks, denying that…
2016 Nobel Prize in Physics Awarded to Three British Scientists
The 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to David Thouless, Duncan Haldane, and Michael Kosterlitz for their groundbreaking research on exotic states of matter.…
Suspension of Thousands of Turkish Police Due to Alleged Coup Connections
The Turkish government has suspended over 12,000 police officers due to alleged connections with the failed coup attempt and the Gülen network. This action follows…
Japanese Scientist Yoshinori Ohsumi Wins 2016 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Yoshinori Ohsumi, a Japanese scientist, won the 2016 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his groundbreaking research on autophagy, which has implications for understanding…
Widespread Defeat of Brazil's Workers' Party in Local Elections
The Workers' Party of Brazil suffered significant losses in the recent local elections, losing control of major state centers and facing serious allegations against its…
British Prime Minister Announced the Implementation of the Brexit Process by the End of March 2017
British Prime Minister Theresa May announced that the Brexit process will officially begin by the end of March 2017, rejecting speculation that it might be…
Criticism of the 'Bombing' of Aleppo's Major Hospital: 'A War Crime'
Airstrikes by Bashar al-Assad's forces and Russian allies have targeted the M10 hospital in Aleppo, leading to accusations of war crimes from international leaders. France…