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Monsoon Floods Hit Southeast Asia

Heavy rains from the late monsoon have caused severe flooding in Thailand and Vietnam, forcing thousands of people to leave their homes. In Thailand, rivers overflowed, and some of the dam water had to be released, flooding nearby towns and villages. Many people are stranded without electricity, food, or clean water, and some streets are [...]

Wave Of Kidnappings In Nigeria

In the last week, northern and central Nigeria have faced several shocking kidnappings that have frightened many families. More than 200 children and staff were taken from St Mary’s Catholic School in Niger state during a night attack by gunmen known locally as bandits. A few days earlier, over 20 Muslim schoolgirls were kidnapped from [...]

Jihadist’s Deadly Attack On Niger Soldiers

Militants linked to al Qaeda attacked a group of Nigerien soldiers in the Tillaberi region in western Niger, killing at least 10 troops, according to security sources. The attack happened near the village of Garbougna, close to the borders with Mali and Burkina Faso. This tri-border area is known for frequent violence by jihadist groups [...]

Education Problems In Sughd, Northern Tajikistan

The education sector in Sughd, Tajikistan, is facing many serious problems that need quick attention. During his visit, President Emomali Rahmon said that many schools in the region are in poor and unsafe condition. He explained that 54 school buildings are dangerous to use, and 32 others need major repairs before students can study there [...]

Saudi Arabia Executes Child Offenders

Saudi Arabia has executed a total of 300 people so far in 2025, including two men who were convicted of crimes committed when they were children. One of the latest cases involved Abdullah al-Derazi, who was accused of offenses committed while he was under 18. Earlier this year, another young man, Jalal al-Labbad, who was [...]

Sudan Army Rejects Ceasefire Proposal

In Sudan, the army chief, General Abdel‑Fattah al‑Burhan, has rejected a proposed ceasefire from international mediators, including the United States, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates. He stated that the plan would weaken the army, dissolve the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), and allow the rebel paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), to [...]

Hunger Crisis In South Sudan

In South Sudan, many people are facing extreme hunger because of war and big cuts in food aid. Fighting has destroyed homes, farms, and markets, leaving families with little or no food. Many children and adults are eating leaves, wild grasses, and roots just to survive. The World Food Programme is trying to help by [...]

Hope For Afghan Girls In Sport

Afghan women face severe obstacles in sports under Taliban rule. Samira Asghari, one of the youngest members of the International Olympic Committee, is calling for renewed opportunities for girls in Afghanistan. She argues that real change can only happen through dialogue with the Taliban, even if that seems difficult. Asghari believes sports should begin at [...]

Yemen Faces Severe Economic Crisis

Yemen’s economy is facing serious problems in 2025. The ongoing blockade on oil exports, high inflation, and reduced foreign aid have made life harder for many people. The World Bank says real GDP is expected to fall by 1.5 percent, which will increase food insecurity. In areas controlled by the internationally recognized government, food prices [...]

Deadly Floods And Landslides Hit Vietnam

Heavy rain in central Vietnam caused deadly floods and landslides, killing at least seven people, injuring many others, and leaving thousands stranded. In Khanh Hoa province, a major landslide crushed a bus traveling through the Khanh Le pass, killing six people and trapping passengers until rescuers arrived hours later. Other landslides blocked important mountain roads [...]

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