There is a strain of the influenza virus called H5N1 that is highly lethal for wild birds anddomestic fowl (chickens, ducks, etc.). It has caused major outbreaks in domestic chicken flocksduring recent decades. On rare occasions, this virus has infected humans who...
How Can I Reduce My Carbon Footprint While Traveling?
We're told there's a hole in the Ozone Look what's washing on the beach And Lord, I believe, from the heavens to the seas We're bringing Mother Nature to her knees So let's leave some blue up above us Let's leave some green on the ground It's only ours to borrow,...
Storm Daniel Wreaks Havoc in Conflict-Hit Libya
Storm Daniel: Origin and Nature Storm Daniel developed in Greece and was named by the Hellenic National Meteorological Service. It turned out to be the deadliest and costliest Mediterranean tropical-like cyclone recorded in 2023. Around 4 and 5 September, the storm...
Gabon: Yet Another African Nation Hit by a Military Coup
A military coup pushed the Central African nation of Gabon into a state of utter chaos. A group of senior military officers seized power in the capital city of Libreville on 30 August, minutes after the results of the presidential election was announced. The move...
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G20: India to Lead the Way
The 18th G20 Heads of State and Government Summit will be held in the vibrant city of New Delhi, India, on 9 and 10 September. The summit will be held at the Bharat Mandapam International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Pragati Maidan.The G20, or Group of Twenty,...
How to Make My Travel Health Kit? What Do I Need in it?
A medical kit is common in domestic, academic, or professional settings. It is not confined to keeping in those places for emergencies. Rather, it is meant to be there with you to provide instant assistance anytime, anywhere. The COVID-19 outbreak has heightened...
Quran Desecration in Sweden and Denmark
In 2023, there were a number of incidents involving the burning and desecration of the Quran in Sweden and Denmark. These incidents have drawn attention both nationally and internationally, sparking debates about religious tolerance, freedom of expression, and...
Rise of the Rebels in Myanmar? Military Loses Control over Outposts & Territories
Approximately two-and-a-half years after seizing power in the February 2021 coup, the Tatmadaw aka as Myanmar’s military, is now swiftly losing control of the country’s border towns. An alliance of three ethnic armies, namely the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance...
Don’t Be a Turkey This Holiday Season!
The holiday season is a time for spreading joy, indulging in delicious treats, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. But amidst the festive cheer and twinkling lights, there's also the inevitable stress of navigating crowded airports, dealing with travel...