Istanbul nightclub fire: At least 29 people lost their lives while renovating
At least 29 people have died in a significant fire at a nightclub in the heart of Istanbul. The fire utterly destroyed the venue, which is located in the basement of a residential structure and is undergoing renovations. The process by which the club was ever granted authorization to operate is now being questioned. Eight persons have been taken into custody to be asked.
Police in South Korea raid medics after they stage a walkout.
As authorities increased their efforts to put an end to a walkout by trainee doctors opposing plans to change the health system, South Korean police staged a raid on Friday that targeted officials of the Korean Medical Association.
Worldwide Ramadan Celebrations, Bulgarian Horse Festival, and Parisian Art
Come along with Wings as we explore the diversity of Ramadan celebrations around the globe and go on a cultural trip. Explore the center of Indian cities during the holy month, when customs and special foods illuminate the streets. We then head to Belgium, where a unique occasion brought together Easter and Ramadan celebrants on a two-kilometer table in Antwerp. Take in the festive fusion of cuisines and cultures during this one-of-a-kind event.. After that, take in the colorful customs of Bulgaria's horse festival, highlighting the nation's rich history via a display of horsemanship and culture. Finally, in time for the Olympic Games, learn a fresh perspective on Paris through art. Discover the artistic side of the city before this international event. Come experience the diversity and beauty of civilizations worldwide with us in this fantastic Wings episode.
Once more, Iceland's volcano erupts, disrupting the hot water supply to museums and schools.
On Thursday, an Icelandic volcano erupted for the second time this year. A supply pipeline was overtaken by a flood of lava, cutting off heat and hot water to several communities on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Watch to find out more!
Iran's elections: Voting hours were repeatedly extended, and turnout was low for the legislative vote
Iran has had its first parliamentary elections since the death of Jina Mahsa Amini while in detention in 2022, which set off widespread demonstrations throughout the Islamic Republic.
Article 23: A strict new national security bill is passed by the Hong Kong legislature
The Legislative Council of Hong Kong has overwhelmingly approved a new national security law that increases the authority of the government to suppress opposition. New laws on treason, espionage, external meddling, state secrets, and sedition were included in the Safeguarding National Security Law, which was passed on Tuesday. New authorities, according to Chief Executive John Lee, are required to preserve Hong Kong's standing. Critics claim they will be used to stifle dissent further and are overly ambiguous.
Brazil: Deforestation in Brazil's Cerrado accelerated dramatically in 2023
Deforestation in Brazil's Cerrado area, a huge tropical grassland famed for its rich biodiversity, rose dramatically in 2023 and exceeded that of the rainforest.
Miss Universe's participation in Saudi Arabia is untrue and deceptive.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia made news in March when word leaked that the nation would send a competitor to the Miss Universe pageant this year. The organizers have now denied rumors. Watch to find out more!
Launch of a North Korean missile: No damage was recorded during the launch on Monday morning.
Numerous short-range ballistic missile launches have come from North Korea. The military of South Korea claims that Pyongyang fired the missiles into the sea between Japan and the Korean Peninsula. According to the Japanese coast guard, the rockets fell into the ocean minutes after launch.
Egypt, Qatar, and the US encouraged Israel and Hamas to finish the Gaza truce pact.
Qatar, Egypt, and the United States pushed Israel and Hamas to subscribe to the principles articulated by US President Joe Biden. Far-right ministers in Israel's current coalition, however, have vowed to topple Netanyahu's government if he accepts such a deal. The Israeli opposition is encouraging the government to embrace Biden's latest ceasefire plan for Gaza. Still, Netanyahu has declared that conditions have not changed and that he would not accept a lasting ceasefire until Hamas is destroyed. Osama Hamdan, a Hamas spokesperson, described Biden's proposal as "positive" but stated that the party had yet to receive any formal documentation.
Scientists claim they have successfully cut HIV out of infected cells
Scientists are claiming a significant breakthrough in HIV cure researchers at the University of Amsterdam successfully eliminated the virus from infected cells using Nobel prize technology called CRISPR the gene editing technology.
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