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India Faces Challenge as COVID-19 Cases Surge: Health Ministry Reports Rising Variants

New Delhi, India — As the nation grapples with a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, public health officials are sounding alarms over increased infections, particularly in several key states. The Department of Health and Family Welfare has reported a troubling rise in daily case counts that has sparked renewed concerns about the pandemic’s trajectory. The latest figures indicate that states like Kerala and Delhi are experiencing significant surges in reported cases, prompting health authorities to reconsider …

Job Crisis Looms for Thousands After Taichung Department Store Explosion; Labor Ministry Steps In

Taichung, Taiwan — Over 4,000 workers face an uncertain future following a devastating gas explosion at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store in Taichung. The incident not only halted operations but has also led to contested layoffs, triggering intervention from national and city labor authorities. In response to this workplace disruption, the Ministry of Labor has stepped in, urging the Taichung City Government to investigate whether the layoffs comply with national labor standards. The city’s …

Ministry for Primary Industries Investigates Teen’s Alleged Abuse of Octopus on Bay of Plenty Beach

Wellington, New Zealand – Authorities in New Zealand are investigating after footage emerged showing a teenager abusing a live octopus on a beach in the Bay of Plenty. The video, which appeared on the teen’s Instagram story, has sparked public outrage and prompted calls for action from wildlife protection organizations. The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) confirmed they are looking into the incident following numerous complaints about the video’s disturbing content. An MPI spokesperson emphasized, …

Iranian Foreign Ministry Condemns Deadly Attack at German Christmas Market; Offers Sympathy and Solidarity

TEHRAN, Iran – The Iranian government officially condemned a devastating car attack that occurred at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. The incident, which claimed at least five lives and left over 200 individuals injured, drew sharp criticism from around the world. Esmaeil Baqaei, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, extended his deepest condolences to the victims’ families and wished a speedy recovery for the injured during his statement on Saturday. The attack took place on …

Iran Condemns Deadly Car Attack at German Christmas Market; Saudi Ministry and German Chancellor Express Solidarity and Shock

Magdeburg, Germany — A devastating car attack at a bustling Christmas market in Magdeburg, eastern Germany, has resulted in the deaths of five individuals and injuries to more than 200 others, causing shock and condemnation from leaders and governments worldwide. The incident occurred on the evening of December 21, 2024, when a black BMW driven at high speed plowed through the crowd of holiday shoppers. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, denounced the attack as …

Taliban Refugee Minister Killed in Kabul Explosion, Confirms Interior Ministry

Kabul, Afghanistan — An explosion in Kabul on Thursday resulted in the death of the Taliban’s minister for refugees, a senior official from the Afghan Interior Ministry confirmed. The incident, which underscores the escalating challenges in the war-torn country, marked one of the highest-profile casualties since the Taliban reclaimed control in August 2021. According to the official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, the blast occurred in the morning during a routine meeting at …

Breaking News: Interior Ministry Reports Explosion in Kabul, Afghanistan

Kabul, Afghanistan — An explosion ripped through a bustling area of Kabul on Tuesday, with the Interior Ministry confirming the incident in the Afghan capital. The explosion, which occurred in the mid-morning hours, caused panic among local residents and raised concerns over the security situation in the city. The blast reportedly targeted a commercial area, bringing down parts of nearby buildings and sending debris scattering across the streets. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene with smoke …

Singapore Health Ministry Refutes Opposition’s Claims of Covid-19 Vaccine Side Effects

Singapore’s Ministry of Health has firmly rejected claims made by an opposition party calling for the suspension of Covid-19 vaccinations due to alleged high incidences of severe side effects. The People’s Power Party attempted to draw connections between high vaccination rates and excess deaths in a recent Facebook post, prompting a response from the ministry refuting the claims as baseless. According to the health ministry, the opposition party’s assertions of Singapore experiencing unusually high excess …

Ministry of Defence pressed on knowledge of British army video in Co Derry shooting case

LONDON, UK – The Ministry of Defence (MoD) faces scrutiny in clarifying its knowledge of a British army video possibly depicting the fatal shooting of Co Derry man, Francis Bradley, by the SAS. The video’s existence came to light during an inquest into the suspected shoot-to-kill operation that led to Bradley’s death near Toome in February 1986. Aged 20 at the time, Bradley was shot near an arms dump, later honored by the IRA. Coroner …

Defense Ministry plans controlled explosion of mines in Golan Heights to enhance safety

The Defense Ministry in Israel is set to conduct a controlled explosion of mines in the Golan Heights region. This operation aims to ensure the safety and security of the area for both residents and visitors. Mines were discovered in the area, leftover from previous conflicts, and must be carefully detonated to prevent any harm to individuals in the vicinity. The controlled explosion is part of ongoing efforts by the Israeli government to clear out …