WashingtonUS President Donald Trump has reignited his campaign to rename geographic landmarks, this time signaling a desire to rename the state of New Mexico “New America.” Trump shared a map on Truth Social showing “Mexico” crossed out in red and replaced with “America” in the state’s name. The White House’s official account later reposted it,…
Tel Aviv“Mohammed” was the most popular name for newborn boys in Israel during Jewish year 5786, while among Jewish boys “Ariel” and among girls “Avigail” took the top spots. According to figures released by the Population and Immigration Authority ahead of Rosh Hashanah, 179,398 births were registered in Israel as of September 6, with Jerusalem…
WashingtonFormer US Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has sharply criticized political leaders who continue providing US military and financial aid to Israel, as well as Christian religious leadership that has remained silent on child deaths in Gaza, warning that this silence would demand a “reckoning.”Greene wrote on X: “Tens of thousands of children have been killed…
ZagrebThousands of people gathered in the main square of Croatia’s capital, Zagreb, to protest the government’s slow pace in beginning the removal of over 30,000 tons of waste from the country’s central region. Local activists say the waste is contaminating the area’s drinking water.The demonstration, considered one of the largest protests in Croatia in recent…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: A ceremony was held in Lahore to mark Pakistan Defence Day, highlighting national unity, economic independence, modern technology, the role of the younger generation, and Pakistan’s defence and diplomatic strength. A large number of students participated in the ceremony, where speakers shed light on the 1965 war, the country’s defence…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: An emergency meeting of the All Pakistan Retired Clerical and Non-Clerical Staff of Habib Bank Limited (HBL) was held at a private hotel, with senior members attending to discuss the longstanding issues and alleged denial of legitimate pensionary and other benefits to retired employees. The meeting was attended by Iftikhar…
JakartaIndonesia suspended operations at five airports on Sunday, including Jakarta’s main international airport, after an ash cloud from the Anak Krakatoa volcano spread across the region, disrupting hundreds of flights.A powerful eruption on Saturday sent out lava, with the sound heard nearly 700 kilometers away. Two more eruptions were recorded on Sunday. The ash also…
Geneva — UN experts have expressed grave concern over continuing reports of discrimination, violence, and legal restrictions targeting members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan, calling on authorities to ensure their protection and uphold the country’s international human rights obligations.“We are deeply concerned by persistent reports that members of the Ahmadiyya community continue to…
Turkey has launched a nationwide campaign in support of children’s rights in Gaza, titled “Don’t Shoot Down the Kites, Leave the Sky for the Children.” Initiated by Turkey’s Ministry of National Education, the emotionally powerful campaign will run from September 14 to 18 across all 81 provinces of the country, aiming to draw global attention…
Large pro-Palestinian demonstrations and solidarity events took place across France, Sweden and the Netherlands on Saturday, condemning ongoing Israeli attacks on Gaza and the occupied West Bank, and renewing calls for a permanent ceasefire.Hundreds gathered at Châtelet Square on the call of the Euro-Palestine Association and marched to Place de la Bourse, carrying Palestinian flags…
