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Pope Leo XIV's Easter Plea: "Lay Down Weapons," Choose Dialogue Over Force
In his Easter Urbi et Orbi message, Pope Leo XIV demands nations abandon violence for dialogue, announcing a global prayer vigil for peace.
45 Dead, 105 Injured in Pakistan Rain-Related Collapses in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Heavy rains cause roof and wall collapses in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing 45 and injuring 105. Hundreds of houses damaged.
4.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes China's Xinjiang at 145km Depth
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck China's Xinjiang province at a depth of 145km, classified as an intermediate-depth quake by seismic data.
From Restaurant Labourer to House Speaker: Dol Prasad Aryal's Historic Oath
Dol Prasad Aryal takes oath as Nepal's 10th House Speaker, becoming the first non-communist in 18 years to hold the fourth-highest state position.
Nepal Shifts to Two-Day Weekend Amid Fuel Crisis, Pushes Electric Vehicles
Nepal implements Saturday-Sunday holidays to ease fuel crisis, hikes petrol to record NPR 202/litre, and promotes electric vehicle conversion.
Iran War Strains Bangladesh Economy: Fuel, Food Costs Soar
Bangladesh faces economic strain as Iran conflict disrupts oil, LNG, and fertilizer supplies, driving up import costs and inflation.
Ex-Pakistani Minister Demands Panel on Forced Child Conversions, Marriages
Former minister Paul Bhatti calls for a parliamentary commission to investigate forced religious conversion and marriage of minor girls in Pakistan.
Global Security Leaders Converge in Moscow for Major International Forum
Over 180 global delegations and 5,000 participants will gather in Moscow for the International Security Forum from May 26-29 to discuss pressing challenges.
Pakistan's Cotton Crisis Deepens as Policy Paralysis Stalls Cess Hike
Policy delays halt cotton cess revision in Pakistan, threatening PCCC finances and sector revival despite high-level approvals. Learn more.
Nepal Elects Dol Prasad Aryal as House Speaker in Unanimous Vote
Rastriya Swatantra Party's Dol Prasad Aryal unanimously elected as the 10th Speaker of Nepal's House of Representatives.
Dol Prasad Aryal Elected Nepal House Speaker as RSP Consolidates Power
RSP's Dol Prasad Aryal elected unopposed as Speaker of Nepal's House of Representatives, marking a shift from communist leadership.
China Condemns US Strikes on Iran, Cites International Law Violations
China opposes US-Israeli military action in Iran, calling it illegal, while securing its own oil supply from Iran amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
Afghanistan Floods Kill 77, Injure 100+ in Devastating Spring Rains
Recent floods in Afghanistan have killed 77 people, injured 137, and destroyed thousands of homes and farmland, officials report.
Geopolitics Now Drives Global Trade, Making Risk Insurance Essential
Experts say geopolitical tensions are reshaping trade, making political risk insurance a non-negotiable safeguard for businesses facing supply chain disruptions.
Samsung Heirs to Complete $8 Billion Inheritance Tax Payment This Month
The Samsung owner family will finalize a $8 billion inheritance tax payment, easing financial pressure and enabling Lee Jae-yong's "New Samsung" strategy.
Libya's Hidden War: 63 Mine Victims in 2025, 21 Children Among Casualties
UN reports 63 explosive ordnance victims in Libya in 2025, including 21 children, highlighting severe contamination from conflict and unsafe stockpiles.
Slovak PM Urges EU to Lift Russia Sanctions, Resume Energy Dialogue
Slovak PM Robert Fico demands EU lift "senseless" oil and gas sanctions on Russia and restart dialogue to secure energy supplies after talks with Orban.
4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Indian Ocean at 90km Depth
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck the Indian Ocean at a depth of 90km, classified as an intermediate-depth event by seismologists.
Taiwan Tracks 6 Chinese Warships Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Taiwan's defense ministry reports six Chinese naval vessels and one official ship near its waters, monitoring the situation amid ongoing sovereignty disputes.
US Senator Slams China's Religious Persecution Ahead of Easter
A senior US lawmaker accuses China of persecuting Christians and calls for greater religious freedoms, drawing parallels to early Christian persecution.
Chinese Firms Use AI to Track US Military in Iran War, Report Reveals
Report reveals Chinese firms using AI and open-source data to monitor US military deployments in the Middle East, raising surveillance concerns.
Pope Urges World to Resist Paralysis of War, Injustice in Easter Vigil Message
Pope Leo XIV urges global community to resist despair, pursue harmony, and overcome the "tombs" of war and injustice during Easter Vigil homily.
Hailstorms Ravage Punjab Wheat Crops, Smash Solar Panels in Pakistan
Intense rain and hail batter southern Punjab, destroying mature wheat crops and damaging solar infrastructure, causing widespread power outages.
Pakistan's "Colonial Fiefdom" Over Afghanistan Ends in Open War
Report details end of Pakistan's control over Afghanistan, leading to open conflict, regional instability, and a potential new wave of migration to the EU.
Nepal's Political Shift Deals Blow to China's South Asia Expansion Plans
New Nepali leadership under Balen Shah challenges China's influence, boosting ties with India and reshaping South Asian geopolitics.