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Torrential Rains in Central Vietnam Leave 55 Dead and Thousands Affected
Vietnam (HRNW)- Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains have claimed the lives of 55 people in central Vietnam, with 13 others reported missing, according to the country’s disaster agency. Over the past week, parts of central Vietnam, including Dak Lak and Khanh Hoa provinces, have received more than 1,900 millimeters (74.8 inches) of rain….
Islamabad: Asian Development Bank Approves USD 330 Million for Pakistan
Islamabad (HRNW) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved USD 330 million in funding for Pakistan. According to the statement issued by ADB, the funds will be allocated for the Second Power Transmission Strengthening Project. The announcement further stated that the project is a key step toward expanding clean energy transmission, under which a…
Trump Responds to “Fascist” Question with Unexpected Calm During Meeting with NYC Mayor-Elect
Washington D.C. (HRNW) — A rare and surprising moment unfolded at the White House when New York City Mayor-elect Zahran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump. During a media briefing following the meeting, a journalist asked Mamdani directly: “Do you consider President Trump a fascist?” Before Mamdani could answer, Trump interjected with a calm smile:…
Positive Momentum in Trump’s Peace Proposal for Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Washington/Moscow (HRNW)– Positive progress has been reported on US President Donald Trump’s proposal to end the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed support, stating that Trump’s peace plan could serve as the foundation for a settlement. While Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky initially expressed serious reservations, he has begun consulting with colleagues following…
Elon Musk Predicts Humanoid Robots Will Revolutionize Work and Economy in 20 Years
Riyadh (HRNW)– Technology mogul Elon Musk has shared startling predictions about the next 20 years, revealing that humanoid robots will become the world’s “biggest invention,” transforming labor markets and industrial sectors. Speaking at the Saudi Investment Forum, alongside Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Sawaha, Musk said these…
Afghan National Confesses to Sexual Assault of Minor in UK Court
Warwick (HRNW)– In a British court, 23-year-old Ahmad Malakhel, an Afghan national, has confessed to sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl. According to reports, Malakhel had earlier denied the allegations, calling them false. In Warwick Crown Court, he admitted to the serious crime but denied two charges of kidnapping a child and sexually assaulting a child…
Tejas Fighter Jet Disaster in Dubai Reveals India’s Institutional Failures
New Delhi (HRNW)– The Indian Air Force’s Tejas fighter jet was banned from the Dubai Air Show due to defects, but political pressure forced its participation. Reports indicate that technology gaps, design flaws, and quality issues delayed the Tejas development program. Problems included panel misalignment, leakage, vibration, engine incompatibility, low-speed instability, and autopilot discrepancies. Despite…
5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Narsingdi, Bangladesh, 3 Dead, Tremors Felt in Kolkata
Narsingdi (HRNW)– A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Narsingdi, about 40 kilometers from Dhaka, today. Tremors were felt across various parts of Bangladesh and in eastern India, especially Kolkata. According to the German Research Center for Geosciences, the earthquake had a depth of 10 kilometers. Initial reports confirm 3 deaths, while some temporary structures sustained minor…
Indian Tejas Fighter Jet Crashes at Dubai Air Show, Pilot Killed — Major Embarrassment for India
Dubai (HRNW)– In a major setback for the Indian Air Force and a significant embarrassment at an international platform, an Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show. According to international media reports, the aircraft went down while performing aerobatic maneuvers, leaving the pilot with no chance to eject safely….
Fire Erupts at COP30 Climate Conference Center in Belém, Brazil Delegates Evacuated Safely
Belém (HRNW) — A fire broke out at the COP30 climate conference center on Friday, prompting the immediate evacuation of delegates, observers, and journalists, according to a report by Reuters. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and the blaze has since been brought under control. Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism confirmed that the fire was contained swiftly….