LONDON – In a decisive move addressing the sexual abuse scandal that has rocked the British monarchy, King Charles has stripped his younger brother, Andrew, of his “Prince” title. Furthermore, all of his remaining royal privileges are set to be formally confiscated today. According to foreign media, these privileges include all official titles, honors, and his state residence, formalizing his complete removal from public life. Andrew, who had already stepped down as the Duke of York earlier this month due to the allegations, will now be known simply as “Andrew Mountbatten” after losing the title of Prince. The move…
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GAZA/NEW YORK – The United Nations has issued a stark warning that the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire despite the ceasefire, appealing for more cooperation from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to address the widespread devastation. According to Arab media, Ramez Alakbarov, the UN Deputy Coordinator for Aid Distribution in the occupied Palestinian territories, confirmed that 24,000 metric tons of aid have entered Gaza since the truce began. However, he emphasized that this aid is insufficient given the scale of the crisis. “The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is still severe because basic infrastructure and homes have been reduced to rubble, and…
WASHINGTON – The United States Senate has delivered a symbolic rejection of the “Trump tariffs” that the administration has imposed on various countries around the world. In a move aimed at curbing presidential power, the Senate passed a resolution to terminate the emergency powers President Trump used to enact the tariffs. The vote highlighted a rare split within the president’s own party. All Democrats were joined by four Republican senators, who broke ranks to vote against the measure. The final vote was 51 to 47. While the resolution is non-binding and does not automatically repeal the tariffs, it serves as…
RIYADH – The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced a significant change to its Umrah visa policy, implementing a stricter timeline for pilgrims arriving in the Kingdom. Under the new regulations, pilgrims must now enter Saudi Arabia within 30 days of the visa being issued. The ministry confirmed that if entry does not occur within this one-month window, the visa will be automatically canceled. This policy marks a major reduction from the previous entry window, which allowed pilgrims to enter within three months of their visa’s issuance. However, the ministry clarified one key point: the duration of stay…
SYDNEY – A tragic incident of negligence has been reported in Australia, where an 80-year-old cruise passenger died after being left behind alone on a remote island. According to foreign media reports, the victim, an 80-year-old Australian woman named Suzanne, was on a 60-day cruise. She was mistakenly abandoned on Lizard Island, part of the Great Barrier Reef. The devastating event unfolded on October 24, when the woman was hiking on the island, located 250 km (155 miles) north of Cairns. She had joined a group hike to the island’s highest point, “Cook’s Look,” but decided to rest along the…
RIYADH – The Saudi Ministry of Finance has announced the official budget performance results for the third quarter (Q3) of the fiscal year 2025, revealing that expenditures surpassed government income during the period. According to the ministry’s report, total revenues recorded for the quarter stood at 269.9 billion riyals. In contrast, total state expenditures reached 358.9 billion riyals. This gap between spending and income resulted in a budget deficit of 88.5 billion riyals for the third quarter. The Ministry of Finance also detailed that oil revenues remain a critical component of the economy, contributing 150.8 billion riyals to the total…
DUBAI – A simple gesture of humility by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Vice President of the UAE, is winning hearts across social media. A video capturing his respectful conduct has gone viral on multiple platforms. In the clip, Sheikh Mohammed is seen walking through a shopping mall accompanied by his security detail. An elderly woman then walks directly into their path. As the guards move to stop the woman, the ruler quickly intervenes. He is seen signaling to his guards to stand down and then patiently stops, respectfully giving way to the elderly…
TEHRAN – Iran has fiercely criticized the US decision to resume nuclear weapons testing, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi labeling the move as “irresponsible” and a direct threat to global stability. In an official statement, Araghchi condemned the directive from US President Donald Trump. “The US decision to resume nuclear tests is irresponsible,” he said. “A mischievous country is resuming nuclear weapons tests.” Escalating the rhetoric, the foreign minister added, “This mischievous, nuclear-armed country is a threat to world peace,” reflecting the deeply strained relations between the two nations. The comments follow President Trump’s order to restart nuclear testing…
KOLLAM, INDIA – A horrifying incident of domestic violence driven by superstition has been reported from the Kollam district of Kerala, India, where a man poured boiling fish curry onto his wife’s face. The brutal attack occurred after the 36-year-old woman allegedly refused to participate in a black magic ritual orchestrated by her husband. As a result of the assault, the victim sustained severe burns to her face and neck. According to the police report, the incident took place around 10 AM on Wednesday. The husband had reportedly visited a “spiritual healer” and returned home convinced his wife was possessed…
In a significant display of national unity amid rising tensions with Afghanistan, Pakistan’s major opposition party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has announced its support for the state of Pakistan. Speaking on the Geo News program “Capital Talk” on Wednesday, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar clarified his party’s position. He stated that when it concerns national security and the country’s borders, political differences will be set aside, and the PTI will firmly “stand with the state of Pakistan.” In addition to this key foreign policy statement, Barrister Gohar also touched upon the deeply concerning situation in the Middle East. When asked about…
