In the Gaza Strip, a tragic fire claimed the lives of a grandmother and her 5-year-old grandson while they were cooking in their tent. This heartbreaking event highlights the harsh living conditions faced by many Palestinians, especially as winter brings cold and rain. Thousands of people are living
In a significant development, the Southern Transitional Council (STC) in Yemen has unveiled a constitution for an independent southern state. This move is seen as a push for self-rule, but it's not clear if this will actually happen or if it's just a symbolic gesture. Recently, STC fighters took con
Angelina Jolie, known for her humanitarian efforts, recently visited the Rafah Crossing in Egypt. Her trip coincided with Israel's decision to halt operations of numerous aid organizations in Gaza. Jolie highlighted the difficulties these groups face in delivering essential supplies, particularly me
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, wasted no time making his mark. On his first day in office, he revoked several executive orders from his predecessor, Eric Adams. These orders, signed after Adams' federal indictment, included one that expanded the definition of antisemitism and another tha
In a quiet corner of a federal document, a small detail could rewrite what we know about Hawaii's history. It mentions that San José State University has bones from an Ice Age person from Maui. This is a big deal because people usually think Hawaii wasn't inhabited until around 800 to 1000 AD. The I
Canada's music scene is facing some big changes in 2026. Let's dive in. First up, the Online Streaming Act is causing quite a stir. This law, updated in 2023, requires big streaming platforms to pay a portion of their Canadian earnings to support local content. Platforms like Spotify and Netflix ar
In a recent turn of events, Saudi Arabia has taken military action against forces in southern Yemen that are supported by the United Arab Emirates. This incident has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict in the region. The Saudi-led coalition is trying to regain control of camps held by the So
Yemen is in a tough spot. A fight broke out between two powerful friends, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Both sides have been helping Yemen's government in its long war. But now, they're backing different groups. This could split Yemen in two. The UAE supports a group called the Souther
Israel's entertainment scene is facing tough times. The TV show "Tehran, " which was supposed to come back on Apple TV, got delayed. No one said why, but many think it's because of the tense situation in the Middle East. This show, made with help from Israel's public broadcaster Kan 11, is about spi
Israel has decided to stop 37 aid groups from working in Gaza. These groups include big names like Oxfam and Médecins Sans Frontières. The reason? Israel says these groups didn't follow new rules to share their staff lists. But the aid groups say this could put their workers in danger and break EU l
