School Knife Attack in Slovakia Claims Two Lives
A knife attack at a grammar school in Spišská Stará Ves, a small town in northern Slovaki
COUNTRIES IN EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA MAY MOVE TO BAN THE CIVILIAN OWNE...
World | August 8, 2002, Thursday // 00:00
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Countries in East and Central Africa may move to ban the civilian ownership of small arms in a bid to fight insecurity in the region. It is estimated that there are 100 million illicit small arms in Africa, crippling development in many areas of the continent. Some countries like Kenya and Tanzania have blamed the increase in violent crimes on the small arms hat are smuggled into their countries. However, a United Nations report earlier this year accused Somalia's neighbours of breaking an arms embargo on the war-torn country.
Japan Warns: 82% Chance of Catastrophic Megaquake in the Next 30 Years
A Japanese government panel has slightly increased its forecast for the likelihood of a “megaquake” occurring along the Nankai Trough, now estimating a probability of 75 to 82 percent over the next 30 years
World | January 16, 2025, Thursday // 13:27
TikTok's Last Stand: Will the U.S. Ban Really Happen on Sunday?
TikTok is preparing to shut down its U.S. operations this Sunday, with a federal ban set to take effect. The company’s social media platform
World | January 16, 2025, Thursday // 11:09
Ukraine Destroys Mine Shaft to Halt Russian Advance; UK and France Discuss Peacekeeping Troops
Russian forces have made significant advances in the Donetsk region, occupying the village of Neskuchne
Biden Warns of Rising Oligarchy Threat in the US
President Joe Biden delivered a final address from the Oval Office on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of his political career spanning over five decades
World | January 16, 2025, Thursday // 09:52
Three-Phase Ceasefire Deal Reached Between Israel and Hamas
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and hostage exchange deal, which is expected to take effect on January 19, according to a joint statement released by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States
World | January 16, 2025, Thursday // 08:21
