The World Bank has pledged a historic $100 billion in aid to the world’s poorest nations. The funding will be directed towards helping 78 developing countries improve their economic stability, education, health, infrastructure, and climate resilience. World Bank President Ajay Banga emphasized that this financial support would assist countries struggling with severe economic crises. The funds will be used for various development projects to help improve economic conditions and generate employment opportunities. This support will particularly benefit African nations, as nearly two-thirds of all IDA funding in the past decade has been allocated to them. The United States, Japan, and…
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President-elect Donald Trump has announced his decision to appoint former Senator David Perdue as the U.S. Ambassador to China. This decision comes in an effort to strengthen U.S.-China relations amid ongoing trade tensions and mutual distrust. Perdue, a Republican from Georgia, who served in the Senate from 2015 to 2021, has had a 40-year career as a business executive, including time spent in Hong Kong, and will bring his experience to navigate the complicated relationship with China. Trump also indicated his plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods unless China takes stronger actions to curb fentanyl trafficking.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that he will appoint a new prime minister in the coming days. This announcement came a day after Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government was toppled through a no-confidence motion. Barnier, a veteran conservative, served as the shortest-serving prime minister in modern French history, stepping down after just three months due to his fiscal policies. Macron emphasized that the new prime minister’s priority will be to get the 2025 budget passed by Parliament. In his address, he also mentioned the need for a government that enjoys the support of various political parties to ensure stability.…
for coastal regions in California and Oregon. Fortunately, no fatalities or injuries were reported. The quake, with a depth of 10 km, had its epicenter about 63 km west of Ferndale. Around 4.7 million people were initially placed under the tsunami warning, which was canceled about 90 minutes after the earthquake. In Ferndale, residents cleaned up broken crockery, and even San Francisco’s residents were alerted to potential tsunami risks.
Bosnia: The Jablanicko Lake, once a major tourist attraction in Bosnia, has nearly dried up due to severe drought this year. The water levels have dropped drastically, leaving boats stranded on dry land and much of the lake’s surface empty. Local resident Saliha Kuljanin remarked that the lack of rainfall this year has caused a frightening decrease in the water levels, affecting not only tourism but also nearby energy plants that rely on the lake’s dam for power generation. Experts warn that climate change is intensifying such droughts, leading to more natural disasters, including landslides in the region.
London: “Muhammad” has become the most popular baby boy name in the UK for the first time. According to the Office for National Statistics, 4,661 boys were named Muhammad in England and Wales in 2023, marking an increase from 2022. “Noah” is now the second most popular, while “Oliver” ranks third. As for baby girl names, “Olivia” has remained the most popular for the eighth consecutive year, followed by “Amelia” and “Isla.” Geographically, Muhammad ranked first in four regions of England and was 63rd in Wales. The name Muhammad, meaning “praiseworthy,” is widely used in Muslim-majority regions across the globe.
Vatican City: Pope Francis has received a new electric popemobile from Mercedes-Benz, designed to match his commitment to climate action. The vehicle, a modified version of the Mercedes G-Class, is equipped with an electric motor tailored for the low speeds required during public appearances. This gift aligns with Pope Francis’ environmental advocacy, as he has long called for global cooperation to address the climate crisis. The new popemobile is a significant step, marking the first electric vehicle provided to the Vatican in the past 45 years of collaboration with Mercedes-Benz. Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-Benz, emphasized the honor of manufacturing…
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s interim Prime Minister, Muhammad Yunus, has urged the country’s politicians to set aside differences and unite against India’s aggressive actions. He accused India of spreading false information about the treatment of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, describing it as part of a larger propaganda campaign. Yunus claimed that India is exaggerating the scale of communal violence in Bangladesh and attempting to interfere in its internal affairs. He stressed that the attacks on Hindus were politically motivated, not based on religious tensions. He called for national unity to combat this disinformation and protect the integrity of Bangladesh.
Lahore: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi has called for justice after spending one and a half years in jail. Speaking informally at an anti-terrorism court in Lahore, he demanded accountability, stating, “Punish me if I’m guilty, but grant relief if innocent.” Qureshi emphasized the need for dialogue between the government and PTI to resolve political issues. He also demanded a judicial commission to investigate the events of May 9, 2023. He appealed for relief for detained PTI leaders, including Dr. Yasmin Rashid and Ijaz Chaudhry, while urging the government to create a conducive environment for negotiations.
, Sindh, has become the first Hindu officer in Pakistan’s Police Service (PSP). He has been appointed as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in Faisalabad. After clearing the CSS exams, Meghwar joined the police force. He expressed his commitment to resolving community issues more effectively from within the police department. Police officials praised his appointment as a progressive step for minorities, which will aid in law enforcement and promote social harmony. Similarly, Roopmati, another minority community member, passed the CSS exam and aims to represent Pakistan internationally through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
