Category : Global


Alps Avalanche, Iran Tensions, and Rhino Rescue Plan

An avalanche strikes the Italian Alps, Iran blocks a key shipping route amid US tensions, and a global plan aims to save African rhinos. Plus, Morocco's stray dog crisis and an Australian citizen detained.

Obama, Clinton, Biden Lead Tributes to Jesse Jackson

Former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, along with President Joe Biden, have led heartfelt tributes to civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, honoring his decades of activism and impact on American society.

Ramadan Begins This Week as Moon Sighting Sets Date

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan commences this week, with its start date varying globally due to moon sighting traditions. Observant Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, focusing on worship and charity.

Khrushchev's Secret Speech Denouncing Stalin in 1956

In February 1956, Nikita Khrushchev delivered a secret speech to the Soviet Communist Party, condemning Joseph Stalin as a brutal despot who fostered a regime of fear and terror, marking a pivotal moment in Cold War history.

Ramadan 2026: Moon Sighting Determines Start Date

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan begins with the sighting of the crescent moon, with start dates varying globally. Observant Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, focusing on worship, charity, and community.

Jesse Jackson's Legacy: From King to Obama

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson's enduring impact connects the era of Martin Luther King Jr. to the presidency of Barack Obama, shaping American political history.

Ramadan 2026 Begins: Moon Sighting Sets Start Date

Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and reflection, commenced on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, determined by the sighting of the crescent moon. Observances include dawn-to-dusk fasting, prayer, and charity.

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