China-Philippines tensions: Manila accuses the Chinese coast guard of harassment on multiple occasions
The Philippines accused Chinese coast guard ships on February 17 of engaging in "dangerous" maneuvers after they continuously stopped a vessel carrying supplies to Filipino fishermen at a reef off the coast of the Southeast Asian country. See to find out more!
Tatarstan, Russia, is the target of a drone strike by Ukraine.
Russia has reported drone assaults on two industrial locations in Tatarstan, which are situated over 1,000 kilometers away from the Ukrainian border. They went after places where drones were assembled, including an oil plant. Should the assaults have originated from Ukrainian territory, they would represent one of the most extensive drone operations that Ukraine's troops have conducted since the start of the conflict.
Antarctic seals support Southern Ocean research for British scientists.
The British scientists are back from an innovative expedition, but this isn't your regular study. In reality, these scientists have enlisted the aid of a few surprising partners in their mission to discover the mysteries of the Southern Ocean. Watch to find out more!
Afghanistan floods: At least 150 fatalities following severe rains.
According to the World Food Programme, flash floods in Baghlan, Afghanistan's northern region, have killed more than 300 people. Thousands of homes have also been destroyed. Emergency personnel are hunting for survivors in Baghlan province.
The auto industry is seeing a rise in the conversion of classic cars into electric vehicles, but many owners are not thrilled about this groundbreaking concept. This report provides further information.
Protesters in Ghana demand the president step down due to blackouts and the country's declining economy.
Ghanaian protestors demand the president resign because they believe the administration fails to handle the country's electricity problem. A mother's sorrow over her newborn's passing as a result of a hospital power outage draws attention to Ghana's electrical issue. The economy has slowed down, and frequent blackouts have impacted healthcare. As rationing deepens, protesters point the finger at government ineptitude. Opponents contend President Nana Addo's administration has failed despite pledges to resolve the problem. Ghana risks an economic downturn by stopping energy provision to its neighbors to alleviate shortages at home.
China is accused of "harassment" by the Philippines; Manila and Beijing swap accusations over the encounter.
The Philippines has claimed that two Chinese coastguard ships "harassed" Filipino fishing vessels within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the disputed South China Sea before joint military drills with its partners. See to learn more.
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Scientists in Antarctica warn of Bird Flu outbreak as penguin cases confirmed
Scientists in the Antarctic are warning of the spread of the deadly H5N1 avian flu virus. The disease was first detected on the frozen continent's mainland last month. It has since been detected in local penguin and cormorant populations. The spread of the virus has raised alarms about the potential impact on the region's substantial penguin colonies. The outbreak has decimated bird populations worldwide. It also hit South American wild bird and marine mammal populations hard. The Chilean Antarctic Institute (INACH) organized an expedition in the region. It announced this week that it had detected new positive bird flu cases in the area. The positive cases included nine Adelie penguins and one Antarctic cormorant. The virus was first found in skua seabirds on the Antarctic mainland last month. The outbreak may promote and increase the rate of disease transmission among various bird colonies
Nigeria: 287 pupils are kidnapped by gunmen when they raid a school.
The headmaster told authorities that this was the nation's second major kidnapping in less than a week. Gunmen broke into a school in the northwest of the country on Thursday, March 7, and took at least 287 people hostage.
Political liberties in Hong Kong: Opposition activists worry about a new security bill
With worries that it would endanger human rights and move Hong Kong closer to China, the contentious Article 23 is currently being discussed in the Legislative Council of Hong Kong. Proponents of the proposed bill have already ignited rallies and met strong criticism, claiming that it could jeopardize free expression and civic liberties. The discussion comes as tensions between the Chinese government and the pro-democracy movement are rising, which is concerning for Hong Kong's independence and future.
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