UN chief urges ‘surge in investment’ to overcome $4 trillion financing gap
The UN Secretary-General on Monday called for a “surge in investment” to give developing countries a chance to build better lives for their people.
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Independent review panel releases final report on UNRWA
An independent panel released its much-awaited report on Monday about the UN relief agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA), providing 50 recommendations and noting that Israeli authorities have yet to provide proof of their claims that UN staff are involved with terrorist organisations.
Thousands of children killed or maimed by explosive weapons in populated areas: UNICEF
Meaningful action to prevent the use of explosive weapons in populated areas could reduce the number of child casualties in conflicts by nearly half, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Monday.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for UN 2.0 to tackle 21st century challenges
Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday emphasised the need for a “strengthened and updated” United Nations to better reach and support people around the world.
Antonio Guterres upholds UNRWA as a ‘lifeline’ following receipt of independent panel’s report
UN chief António Guterres issued an appeal on Monday to “actively support” the UN agency for Palestinians, UNRWA, adding that he accepted the final findings of an independent probe into the organisation, launched amid serious unconfirmed allegations of UNRWA collusion with Hamas fighters and as part of efforts to assess whether the agency was doing everything within its power to ensure neutrality.
Uber bans Hindu woman in Australia for 5 months over name controversy; reverts decision, issues apology
A Fiji-born Hindu woman was blacklisted and denied services by Uber in Australia over her name 'Swastika' for about five months before the decision was reversed.
Internal launch of CBSA’s phasing in CARM to remodel tax collection of import goods rescheduled
Ottawa/IBNS: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has rescheduled its internal launch of phasing in Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative plan to modernize tax collection of import goods.
Toronto endorses city-wide expansion of its alcohol in parks program
Toronto/IBNS: Following the success of the pilot project, the expansion of the alcohol in parks program has been endorsed by the Toronto City Council to permit residents and visitors of 19 years of age and older to consume personal alcohol at the 27 pilot park locations and additional parks across the city.
Jewish student claims she was stabbed in eye with Palestinian flag during anti-Israeli protest on Yale University campus
A Jewish student journalist at Yale University in the United States, who was covering an anti-Israeli protest, was allegedly jabbed in the eye with a Palestinian flag on Saturday.
Jamaat-i-Islami activists demonstrate over increasing street crime in Karachi
The Jamaat-i-Islami activists recently protested in Pakistan's Karachi city over increasing incidents of street crime and the failure of police in curbing the menace.
Chinese professor working with Japan's Asia University goes missing after visiting home country
A Chinese professor, who was working with Japan's Asia University, has gone missing after going to his home country, media reports said.
US House of Representatives passes $61bn military aid for Ukraine, Zelenskyy says he is grateful
The US House of Representatives has approved $61bn (£49bn) military aid package for Ukraine to help the country fight against Russia invation.
Pakistan’s IMF engagement: A perpetual cycle of bailouts and lessons unlearned
Cash-strapped Pakistan has officially approached the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for another bailout package ranging between $6 billion and $8 billion, with the possibility of augmentation through climate financing.
TikTok influencer Eva Evans dies at 29, cause of death not disclosed
Popular TikTok influencer Eva Evans, who created and featured in web comedy series "Club Rat", died at the age of 29, leaving her followers mourning.
Seven, including minor, die during car racing accident in Sri Lanka
An eight-year-old child was among the seven people who died in a mishap during a motor race in Sri Lanka on Sunday (April 21, 2024).
Pro-China Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's party clinches crucial Parliamentary polls amid recent diplomatic row with India
President Mohamed Muizzu People’s National Congress (PNC) took control of the Parliament by winning the election on Sunday by clinching over 60 seats, highlighting the Island Nation's further tilt towards China and moving away from regional powerhouse India.
Wheat farmers threaten protest in Pakistan
Farmers in Pakistan region have warned to protest against poor wheat procurement target and lower grain support price in Punjab on April 25.
Proposed Gandhara Corridor Bill pits Islamabad against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, experts call it attempt to capture resources
Experts believe that the introduction of the “Gandhara Corridor Bill 2024” in the Pakistani National Assembly might be an attempt by the government to capture the resources of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Antony Blinken to discuss Middle East, Russia-Ukraine war, during meetings with officials in China
US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to China April 24-26 where he will meet officials in Shanghai and Beijing to discuss a range of bilateral, regional, and global issues.
Japan, China exchange barbs over Beijing's indo-Pacific actions
Beijing has challenged Japan's latest analysis of the threat posed to the Indo-Pacific region as a hyped-up threat and false accusation, media reports said.
US calls for transparency from Cambodia over proposed $1.7 billion canal financed by China
The US has directed Cambodian authorities to remain transparent over a proposed $1.7 billion canal financed by China.
Apple deletes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store following Beijing's direction
The major Apple has removed Whatsapp and Threads from its App store in China following a security concern raised by the country's internet watchdog.
Chinese WZ-7 soaring dragon hovers close to Philippines ahead of delivery of BrahMos cruise missiles from India
A WZ-7 Soaring Dragon drone of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army was recently spotted flying close to Philippines at a time when the country is preparing to receive BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India.
Fifteen hurt in tram mishap at Universal Studios Hollywood in Los Angeles
At least 15 people were injured in a tram mishap at Universal Studios Hollywood in Los Angeles on Saturday (April 20, 2024).
Popular Brazilian influencer Diego Santo drowns while filming stunt for followers, death ruled suspicious
A popular Brazilian influencer and musician, Diego Kaua Oliveira Santos, has tragically died after falling into Lake Salto Grande in America while performing a stunt for his social media followers, media reports said. He was 20.
Iran, Israel seem to pull back from engaging in border conflict after US approves military aid to Jerusalem
Iran and Israel have decided to step back from engaging in broader conflict as lawmakers in the United States approved new Israeli military aid on Saturday despite growing criticism of its ally over the continuing war in Gaza, media reports said.
US House of Representatives ratifies bill to ban TikTok if it continues ties with China
Washington: US House of Representatives legislators gave quick approvals to two crucial aid bills on Saturday, aimed at countering China's influence and bolstering Taiwan, media reported.
Unknown attackers gun down top Afghan Taliban aide in Pakistan
Taliban supreme leader Mullah Habitullah Akhundzada's close aide was killed by unknown attackers in Pakistan close to the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on Saturday, media reports said.
Three hurt after five explosions rock military base belonging to an Iran-backed militia in Iraq
At least three people were injured after five explosions hit a military base belonging to an Iran-backed militia in Iraq, media reports said.
India lays foundation stone to build high-impact community development project in Nepal's Darchula
India lays the foundation stone to build high-impact community development projects in Darchula