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…
Rescue of Dozens of Iranian, Iraqi, and Afghan Refugees in the English Channel on Christmas Day
On Christmas Day, around 40 Iranian, Iraqi, and Afghan refugees were rescued from the English Channel, highlighting a significant increase in attempts to cross this…
Two Arrested in Connection with Disruption of Flight Operations at Gatwick Airport
British police arrested a man and a woman for the criminal use of a drone that disrupted flight operations at Gatwick Airport, resulting in the…
Reactions to Trump's Decision on Withdrawal of US Forces from Syria
Donald Trump announced the withdrawal of US forces from Syria following a claimed victory over ISIS, prompting mixed reactions from global leaders. Israeli Prime Minister…
Facebook Has Provided More User Information to Major Companies Than Previously Disclosed
Facebook has denied allegations that it provided more user data to companies than disclosed, responding to a New York Times report. The report claims Facebook…
UK Prime Minister Delays Brexit Vote
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has delayed the crucial parliamentary vote on her Brexit bill due to anticipated opposition, raising concerns about a potential 'no…
Possibility of Delaying Brexit Vote in the British Parliament
The UK Parliament is set to vote on Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal, but reports suggest a high likelihood of postponement. This situation arises…
SIPRI: The U.S. Remains the Largest Arms Seller; Russia Climbs to Second Place
The SIPRI report reveals that the U.S. remains the largest arms seller globally, while Russia has overtaken the UK to become second. This growth in…
Continued Protests in France; 55 Injured
Protests in France, particularly by the 'Yellow Vests', have continued for four weeks, with significant police presence and some violence reported. The protests began in…
Increased Risk of Diabetes in Night Shift Working Women with Unhealthy Lifestyles
A study in the U.S. found that women working night shifts and leading unhealthy lifestyles have a significantly higher risk of developing diabetes. The research…
UN Secretary-General: Climate Change is the Most Important Issue Facing the World
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and environmental activist David Attenborough emphasized the urgent need for global leaders to address climate change at a conference in Poland.…