Athens: Greece has approved the construction of a museum in Phaliro, located south of Athens, to house 78 human bone samples dating back to the 7th century BC. These bones were discovered in 2016 near Phaliro Bay, close to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. They belong to individuals who were likely executed and bound in shackles during that period. These remains are referred to as “Desmotes Phaliro.” The bones are divided into three groups, and their discovery provides rare insight into a historical mystery from the past. The museum’s design has already been revealed to the public. It will…
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Kampala: An Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in Uganda, sparking panic in the capital, Kampala. The Ministry of Health confirmed on Thursday that a patient has died after contracting the virus. This marks Uganda’s ninth Ebola outbreak since the first infection was recorded in 2000. The victim, a male nurse, sought treatment at various health centers with symptoms of fever, but could not recover as his condition worsened. According to the Ministry of Health, “The patient experienced multiple organ failures and passed away on January 29 at Mulago National Hospital. Post-mortem samples confirmed the presence of the Sudanese strain of…
Wellington: Mount Taranaki in New Zealand has been granted legal personhood, meaning it will now have rights similar to that of a legal entity. This decision was made after prolonged negotiations, allowing the mountain to have control over its own ownership. This agreement was reached as a form of compensation to the local Māori people for the injustices they faced during the colonial era, including the large-scale confiscation of their lands. Under this agreement, the mountain’s care and protection will be a joint effort between the local iwi (tribes), the government, and other representatives. In a statement, Minister for Negotiations,…
Oslo: Elon Musk has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. The nomination was made by Member of the European Parliament, Branko Grims, who submitted a request to the Nobel Committee. Musk, the CEO of Tesla, was nominated for his continued support for freedom of expression. Grims mentioned in a social media post, “Mr. Elon Musk has been successfully nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for his continued support for the fundamental human right of free speech.” He added, “A heartfelt thank you to all co-nominators and everyone who assisted in this challenging endeavor!” Musk’s Response: Immediately after…
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that he will proceed with imposing a 25% border tariff on goods coming from Canada and Mexico. These tariffs will come into effect on February 1. He explained that this decision was made to address the rising number of illegal immigrants and the growing influx of fentanyl, in addition to reducing the trade deficit. However, Trump also mentioned that no decision has been made yet regarding tariffs on oil from Canada and Mexico. Speaking to journalists in the Oval Office, Trump stated, “I am also considering something regarding China because they are sending…
Washington: On Thursday, President Donald Trump confirmed that no survivors were found after a military helicopter collided with a passenger plane in mid-air, killing 64 people. “I am speaking to you this morning at a time of grief for our country,” Trump said in a speech at the White House, addressing the mid-air collision in Washington. He further added, “The operation has now shifted to recovery. Sadly, no one survived. It was a dark and heartbreaking night in the capital of our nation.” Earlier, Washington’s Fire Chief, John Donnelly, had stated in a press conference, “We have now transitioned from…
Washington: On Thursday, investigators recovered the black boxes from the passenger plane involved in the mid-air collision with a military helicopter over Washington’s Potomac River, which resulted in 67 fatalities. The rescue teams retrieved the bodies of the victims from the frigid waters. President Donald Trump turned the incident into a political moment, blaming diversity and inclusion policies that he claimed were implemented during previous Democratic administrations. Trump’s statement came after the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed that the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder had been recovered from the Bombardier jet, a subsidiary of American Airlines, which…
Islamabad: Supreme Court Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi emphasized the need for reforms not only in anti-terrorism courts but across all courts to improve the judiciary. These remarks came during the hearing of an intra-court appeal regarding the trial of civilians in military courts. The seven-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, raised questions about the distinction between civilians involved in the May 9 riots and those responsible for the December 16 attacks. Khawaja Ahmad Hussain, the counsel for former Chief Justice Jawad S Khawaja, who opposed military trials, presented arguments. He stated that civilians should not be tried in…
Upper Kurram: Saeed Manan, the Assistant Commissioner of Boshehra, in Upper Kurram, was injured in a firing attack by unidentified assailants, police confirmed on Friday. This incident marks another setback in the ongoing peace efforts in the restive region. A peace agreement was reached last month between warring tribes in the Kurram region, ensuring peace. However, the agreement faced a setback when Deputy Commissioner Javedullah Mehsud was injured in a firing incident. Despite these setbacks, law enforcement’s efforts helped restore peace, and essential supplies began to reach Kurram, which had been cut off from the rest of the country for…
Karachi: Protests against the Sindh government’s proposed amendment to the Sindh Universities and Institutes Laws Act have been ongoing since January 6, leading to a halt in academic activities across public universities in Sindh. Educators and academic professionals strongly oppose the amendment, which they believe could undermine the leadership structure of higher education in the province. Details of the Proposed Amendment The controversial bill proposes to allow bureaucrats and non-academic officials to be appointed as vice-chancellors (VCs) alongside professors. Academics argue that this change would undermine higher education, as those with no experience in research or academic inquiry cannot effectively…
