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Recent satellite images from Maxar Technologies reveal the scale of movement of displaced Gazans within the region. The images dated Wednesday (May 15) show Gazans who had been sheltering in Rafah now evacuated amid intensifying military operations. The images released showed Gazans moving to Al Mawasi and to areas west of Khan Younis, with an expansion of tents and shelters which can be seen at Aqsa Khan University and surrounding areas.
U.S. President Joe Biden and Republican rival Donald Trump said on Wednesday (May 15) they would accept an invitation from CNN for a debate on June 27. The announcements came after Biden, a Democrat, for the first time laid out his terms for taking on the former president on national television. In a post on X [formerly Twitter], Biden called on his opponent to join him for two televised Presidential debates in June and September, an offer Trump accepted via a post on his Truth Social platform. Trump recommended more than two debates - and a very large venue "for excitement purposes".
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Thursday for a state visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Putin will pay a state visit to China from May 16 to 17. As this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Russia, Xi and Putin will exchange views on bilateral relations, cooperation in various fields, and international and regional issues of common concern during the visit, according to Wang Wenbin, spokesman of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Ni'ma Ali Imad is desperate to get her wounded five-year-old son Mohammed out of Gaza for medical treatment. He's among the patients who can't leave because the Rafah crossing is closed.
US plans to provide an additional $2 billion in foreign military financing for Ukraine. This will be a first-of-its-kind defense enterprise fund, and it will have three components. One is to provide weapons. Watch!
Geert Wilders announced a coalition deal, shaping the Netherlands' most right-wing government in decades, with parties addressing immigration, finances, and climate. The coalition includes Mark Rutte’s party and a new centrist party, aiming for a strong majority. Ronald Plasterk emerges as a potential candidate for prime minister. Wilders' anti-immigration stance resonated in the election, though his policies face challenges due to budget constraints.
Protests erupted in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) amidst Pakistan's escalating economic crisis, with people taking to the streets to protest against skyrocketing inflation. Clashes between demonstrators and authorities resulted in 3 deaths and 90 injuries. On May 14, the Pakistan Foreign Office urged Indian politicians to refrain from involving Pakistan in their electoral discourse, accusing India of exploiting anti-Pakistan sentiment for electoral gains.
Huawei is revamping its retail strategy and aggressively opening flagship stores in China, with some just a stone's throw away from Apple shops, as it seeks to retake the premium electronics throne in the world's biggest smartphone market. Watch!
On Wednesday, May 15, Palestinians and their supporters worldwide commemorated the 1948 "Nakba," or catastrophe, with peace signs and a minute's silence, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The keys symbolize the homes that hundreds of thousands of dispossessed Palestinians lost during the war when Israel was founded. For over 75 years, the Nakba has been a defining experience, shaping Palestinian national identity.
In an exclusive interview to CNN-News18, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti discusses the serious concerns regarding threats against Indian diplomats, including the recent attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco by Khalistani separatists. He sheds light on the ongoing efforts to manage differences between India and the US, particularly concerning the alleged plot to murder Khalistani separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, where US officials have implicated Indian officials. Tune in to gain insight into the diplomatic dynamics between the two nations amidst these challenging circumstances.
A former Indian Army officer working with the United Nations, Colonel Vaibhav Anil Kale, was killed in Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The incident occurred in the strife-torn area of Rafah when the vehicle he was travelling in came under attack. The UN Secretary-General's Deputy Spokesperson, Farhan Haq, confirmed Colonel Kale's identity in an official statement.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's wife Stella vows to continue the fight for his freedom, regardless of the outcome of his extradition hearing. High Court decision expected next week could determine whether Assange faces extradition to the U.S., where he's charged with 18 counts, mostly under the Espionage Act. Watch!
Cancer remains a major health burden in India, but a new initiative led by the US Food and Drug Administration aims to improve access to cutting-edge cancer clinical trials for Indian patients. Watch for more details!
Smoke rises over Rafah as Israel calls for Palestinians to evacuate and head to what it calls an expanded humanitarian area in Al-Mawasi.
Flash floods caused by heavy rains devastated villages in northern Afghanistan, killing over 300 people and injuring more than 1,600, as villagers buried their dead and aid agencies warned of havoc.
At least seven Pakistan security personnel were killed and two injured in Waziristan in two separate militant attacks.
Brace yourselve for an 'extreme' geomagnetic storm, rated 5 out of 5 by the Space Weather Prediction Center, reminiscent of the notable 2003 event. With the sun reaching a peak in its activity phase known as solar maximum, expect vibrant auroras and potential communication disruptions. Stay informed as potent solar flares and coronal mass ejections persist, impacting Earth's ionosphere and GPS systems. Learn from experts like Dr. Ravi A V Kumar and Professor RC Kapoor about the implications of this surge in solar activity and how it may affect our technological lives. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this captivating astronomical phenomenon.
Watch the inside look at the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian and Russian forces, with footage of Ukrainian soldiers from the 148th Separate Artillery Brigade preparing and firing weapons to stem the Russian advance. Soldiers share their experiences and hopes for the future amidst the challenging conditions on the front lines. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses the difficult situation facing the country's army, as Russia intensifies its push in eastern regions.
Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan brought a small shredding machine to the General Assembly podium on Friday (May 10), where he shredded multiple pages of the U.N. Charter during his address. Erdan stated that his act of protest was meant to reflect what he described as the Assembly's undermining of the Charter's principles, following its strong support for a Palestinian bid to achieve full U.N. membership.
As Michael Cohen prepares to testify in Donald Trump's hush money case, Judge Juan M. Merchan instructs prosecutors to stop Cohen's taunting posts aimed at Trump. The trial's dramatic third week draws to a close, with the prosecution building its case around Cohen's involvement in the $130,000 payout to Stormy Daniels. Defense attorneys argue Cohen's past disbarment and prison time undermine his credibility. Stay tuned for updates on this high-profile trial.
A tragic bus accident occurred in St. Petersburg, Russia, leading to the loss of seven lives and causing numerous injuries as the bus plunged off a bridge into the Moika River. Dramatic video footage depicts the chaotic scene as emergency responders and bystanders hurried to provide assistance.
The United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly supports the Palestinian bid for full UN membership, urging the UN Security Council to reconsider the matter favorably.
With less than three months until the Paris Olympics, Brazilian athletes like rower Piedro Tuchtenhagen are abandoning their Olympic aspirations to aid flood victims. Tuchtenhagen, set for Olympic qualifiers, alongside Evaldo Becker, chooses to prioritize support for their families and friends in Rio Grande do Sul.
A US Army soldier was detained in Russia. The soldier had travelled to Russia while on leave despite a prohibition by the Department of Defense and State Department, the Pentagon said on Tuesday. He had travelled to Russia through China without military clearance. Russian officials say the soldier, who the US Army identified as Staff Sergeant Gordon Black, has been arrested on charges of theft.
Witness the aftermath of catastrophic floods in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state through drone footage capturing submerged airports and stadiums. With the death toll rising to 90 and over 130 people missing, the situation remains dire. Heavy rains have left runways underwater in Porto Alegre, turning the Beira-Rio stadium into a muddy pool. Residents resort to boats for navigation amidst flooded streets. Learn about the widespread destruction, including road and bridge collapses and a dam's partial collapse. Stay informed with the latest weather forecasts indicating potential showers returning later this week.
Witness the glamour as Lewis Hamilton and Venus Williams, alongside other international sports stars, trade their athletic gear for elegant gowns and sharp suits at the prestigious Met Gala in New York City. From Hamilton's sleek all-black ensemble to Williams' dazzling golden dress, explore the highlights of this invitation-only event benefiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Learn more about the iconic gala, its significance in the fashion world, and the star-studded lineup including celebrity co-chairs Bad Bunny, Chris Hemsworth, Jennifer Lopez, and Zendaya.
Met Gala 2024 Highlights: Celebrities shine at the "Garden of Time" themed event. Cardi B wows with eight ushers for her extravagant skirt. Co-chaired by Chris Hemsworth, Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and Anna Wintour, the fundraiser's guest list remains a mystery until they step onto The Met's stairs. The Costume Institute's exhibition, "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," will showcase 250 rare pieces, including iconic designs by Schiaparelli, Dior, Saint Laurent, and Givenchy, alongside historical treasures like an Elizabethan bodice and an 1887 silk ball gown by Worth.
Vladimir Putin commenced his fifth term as Russian leader at a lavish Kremlin inauguration, initiating another six years in power marked by political suppression, conflict in Ukraine, and centralized authority. During the ceremony at the opulent Grand Kremlin Palace, Putin solemnly pledged to defend the Russian constitution as hand-picked dignitaries observed.
The Houston area and the rest of Southeast Texas experienced several days of heavy rainfall and flooding. While there were no deaths or major injuries reported in the Houston area, there was a reported death of a four-year-old boy swept up in fast floodwaters in North Texas early on May 5. National Weather Service meteorologist Jimmy Fowler cautioned motorists to exercise caution when approaching flooded streets, advising them to turn around instead of driving through floodwater. Watch the video to know more
Bollywood sensation Alia Bhatt turns heads at the Met Gala 2024, donning a breathtaking floral saree designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee. As she graces the prestigious event for the second time, Bhatt's ensemble, featuring intricate hand embroidery and a 30-foot-trail, pays homage to the gala's theme, "The Garden of Time." With a couture saree crafted by 163 artisans and a hand-crafted blouse adorned with precious stones, Bhatt's look is completed with Sabyasachi High Jewellery's Bengal Royal collection. Join us as we delve into the exquisite details of Bhatt's Met Gala journey and her captivating interpretation of the gala's universal theme.
The long-awaited first crewed test flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft was called off for 24 hours over a technical glitch with the Atlas V rocket that was to launch the capsule into the orbit on May 6. The CST-100 Starliner's inaugural voyage would have carried Sunita Williams and Bary Wilmore to the International Space Station. as Boeing scrambles to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX for a greater share of lucrative NASA business. Watch!
Live: Devastating floods have slammed into several regions around the world in May 2024. Regions in Texas, Brazil, Indonesia, Germany and East Africa are battling rising water levels, displacing residents and causing widespread damage. The cause of these floods varies, but heavy rains and extreme weather events are likely to blame.
Witness the aftermath of devastating floods in Porto Alegre, Brazil, as drone footage captures submerged buildings after heavy rains. With the death toll climbing to 78 and over 115,000 displaced in Rio Grande do Sul, the state grapples with destruction. Roads, bridges, and a hydroelectric dam are casualties of the deluge, affecting over two-thirds of the state's cities.
Britain's opposition Labour Party won a parliamentary seat in northern England on May 3 and gained control over several councils, inflicting heavy losses on the governing Conservatives to pile more pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Watch the video to know more.
Canadian police arrested and charged three Indian men with the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar and said they're probing whether the men have any links to the Indian government. The 45-year-old was shot dead last June outside a temple in the western Canadian city of Surrey, which has a large Sikh population. A few months later, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cited evidence of Indian government involvement, prompting a diplomatic crisis. Watch the video to know more
On Wednesday, the Health Ministry in Gaza reported that the number of Palestinian fatalities in the Gaza Strip resulting from the ongoing Israeli assaults had climbed to 34,568. During the past 24 hours, the Israeli army carried out four military operations in Gaza, killing 33 Palestinians and injuring 57 others, the ministry said in a statement. Watch!
Weeks after a record-breaking storm, the United Arab Emirates experienced rainfall on Thursday, May 2 across various areas, with officials implementing distance learning for schools and universities, while advising businesses to switch to remote work. The National Centre of Meteorology said unstable weather would affect parts of the country between Thursday and Friday. Dubai International Airport confirmed that due to unsettled weather conditions, five inbound flights were diverted overnight, and nine arrivals and four outbound flights were cancelled. Watch!
The battle for consumer attention in China's electric car market is being fought over touches of "tech luxury" that car buyers in other markets have never seen. Watch for details!
More than 500 recipes have been created by several chefs, such as Alexandre Mazzia and Amandine Chaignot, to feed the 15,000 athletes participating in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris this summer. Watch!
Hundreds of people were arrested at pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses as police Wednesday extended a crackdown that included clearing out demonstrators occupying a building at Columbia University in New York. Watch!
The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It performs five general functions to promote the effective operation of the U.S. economy and, more generally, the public interest. The Federal Reserve conducts the nation’s monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates in the U.S. economy; promotes the stability of the financial system and seeks to minimize and contain systemic risks through active monitoring and engagement in the U.S. and abroad; promotes the safety and soundness of individual financial institutions and monitors their impact on the financial system as a whole; fosters payment and settlement system safety and efficiency through services to the banking industry and the U.S. government that facilitate U.S.-dollar transactions and payments; and promotes consumer protection and community development through consumer-focused supervision and examination, research and analysis of emerging consumer issues and trends, community economic development activities, and the administration of consumer laws and regulations.
On Sunday, April 28, the Olympic torch journeyed through the breathtaking Corinth Canal aboard the historic three-masted vessel Belem en route to France for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Departing from the port of Piraeus on Saturday (April 27) morning, the Belem, constructed in 1896, the same year as the inaugural modern Olympics, symbolized the concluding phase of preparations leading up to the Games' opening ceremony on July 26. Watch!
German engineering and technology major Siemens AG is looking at India as not just a potential market but also as a source of talent for its digital and artificial intelligence offerings. Speaking exclusively with Moneycontrol at the ‘Hannover Messe 2024’ trade fair, Cedrik Neike, member of the managing board of Siemens AG and the Chief Executive Officer, said that India India should make sure it leaps across technologies. “Instead of copying what has been done in the past, adopt the newest technologies in order to be really competitive in the world,” he said.
Oleksandr Taran, known as "Grandpa," leads the Steppe Wolves, a group of Ukrainian men predominantly over 60 years old. Despite being deemed too old for military service, they are determined to defend their country and actively participate in the fight.
Elon Musk's surprise visit to Beijing sparks speculation as he meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang to discuss the rollout of Tesla's Full Self-Driving software (FSD) in China. The potential transfer of data overseas adds to the intrigue. Despite promising signs, Tesla faces hurdles in introducing FSD in its second-largest market. With traffic conditions and regulatory challenges unique to China, the stakes are high. Stay tuned for insights into Tesla's strategy, market dynamics, safety concerns, and more.
Over the course of a five-and-a-half hour-long discussions with China's top diplomat Wang Yi in Beijing, Antony Blinken relayed US concerns over China backing Russia, marking the latest high-level engagement between the two nations, which have been working to improve relations after last year's tensions. "At the conclusion of my visit on Friday, I restated our significant apprehension regarding the PRC's contribution of components fueling Russia's aggressive warfare against Ukraine," Blinken stated at a press briefing, using China's official title, the People's Republic of China.
An Austria-based company, Migaloo, is developing a massive superyacht for visionary billionaires. The most intriguing feature of the yacht is that it can remain submerged underwater for over four weeks. Watch for more details!
The European Parliament passed a law to ban specific single-use plastic packaging, such as mini shampoo bottles and thin grocery bags, aiming to tackle packaging waste. Pending final approval from EU countries, the proposed policy would bring significant changes to packaging regulations for various industries. From 2030, it would prohibit single-use plastic packaging for items like fruit, vegetables, condiments in fast food outlets, and mini cosmetics bottles in hotels. Under the rules countries would be required to ensure that at least 90% of single-use plastic bottles and cans are collected each year from 2029, through deposit return systems, in an attempt to ensure more are recycled rather than put into landfill.
Pro-Palestinian protests intensifying at universities across the United States have expanded to additional campuses, prompting suggestions from a senior Republican leader, House Speaker Mike Johnson, that the National Guard might need to intervene. These remarks are likely to stir strong emotions in a nation where the 1970 incident of National Guardsmen fatally shooting unarmed students protesting the Vietnam War remains deeply ingrained in collective memory. Demonstrations broke out on Wednesday at the University of Southern California and in Texas, leading to a tense confrontation between students and police in riot gear, resulting in the detention of over 20 individuals.
U.S. lawmakers have initiated a showdown with TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, demanding divestment by mid-January or risking a ban. However, according to sources, ByteDance may opt to shut down TikTok in the U.S. instead of selling it. Watch!
