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April 19, 2025 9:14 AM April 19, 2025 9:14 AM

74 killed and 171 injured in US airstrike on Ras Isa oil port in Yemen

At least 74 people were killed and 171 injured in a US airstrike on the Ras Isa oil port in Yemen, according to the Houthi rebels. This marks the deadliest known strike so far in President Donald Trump’s new military campaign against the Houthis, which began on March 15 this year.   The US mili...

April 18, 2025 5:09 PM April 18, 2025 5:09 PM

Zambia Reports Second Mpox Death as Cases Rise to 49

In Zambia, the number of mpox-related cases has reached 49, with a 10-year-old child losing the battle with the disease yesterday in Mpika District, Muchinga Province. The country recorded its first mpox-related death last month, after reporting its first mpox case in October last year.   Health Min...

April 18, 2025 1:07 PM April 18, 2025 1:07 PM

U.S. tells WTO steel, Aluminum tariffs are national security measures

The United States told the World Trade Organisation (WTO) that its tariffs on steel and aluminium are based on national security concerns, not safeguard measures as India claims.   India filed a request with the WTO on the 11th of this month, seeking consultations over the U.S. tariffs, arguing...

April 18, 2025 12:23 PM April 18, 2025 12:23 PM

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Hamas rejects Israel’s ceasefire offer, proposes comprehensive deal for hostage swap

Hamas has rejected Israel’s latest cease-fire offer, instead proposing a comprehensive deal to end the war and exchange all hostages for Palestinian prisoners.   Israel’s proposal included a 45-day truce and the release of 10 hostages. Hamas dismissed it as a partial deal serving Israeli Prime ...

April 18, 2025 12:10 PM April 18, 2025 12:10 PM

U.S. Air strikes on fuel port in Yemen kill 38 workers, injure 100

U.S. air strikes on a fuel port in western Yemen yesterday killed at least 38 workers and injured more than 100, Houthi-run Al-Masirah TV reported today.   U.S. Central Command said strikes targeted the Ras Isa oil facility in Hodeidah province, aiming to disrupt Houthi revenue sources and were...

April 18, 2025 1:12 PM April 18, 2025 1:12 PM

Christians across globe observe Good Friday with mourning, devotion

Christians across the globe are observing Good Friday today- one of the most solemn and sacred days in the Christian calendar. Marking the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ at Calvary, Good Friday is a day of mourning, reflection, and spiritual devotion. Nagaland, a predominantly Christian state...

April 17, 2025 9:02 PM April 17, 2025 9:02 PM

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ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.25% Amid Slowing Growth, Trade Tensions

The European Central Bank, ECB today cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.25 percent in response to slowing growth and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Explaining the reason for the rate cut, the governing council of the Frankfurt-based bank said the outlook for growth had deteriorated owi...

April 17, 2025 7:48 PM April 17, 2025 7:48 PM

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Severe Hailstorm Hits Pakistan, Claims 5 Lives and Damages Iconic Faisal Mosque

A powerful hailstorm struck parts of Pakistan, killing at least five people and causing widespread damage in Islamabad, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Golf ball-sized hailstones smashed vehicles and buildings, including Islamabad’s Faisal Mosque. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, flash floods disrupted traffi...

April 17, 2025 1:14 PM April 17, 2025 1:14 PM

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World Art Dubai opens for vibrant artistic exchanges

The Middle East's largest contemporary art fair, World Art Dubai, opened its doors today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, launching four days of vibrant artistic exchange that will run until April 20th.Now in its 11th edition, the fair builds upon last year's milestone 10th anniversary celebration w...

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