A 3,500-year-old jar was accidentally destroyed by a four-year-old boy during a recent visit to the Hecht Museum in Haifa, Israel. The ancient artifact, dating back to the Bronze Age between 2200 and 1500 BC, was a rare and well-preserved find. The museum had chosen...
Boy Accidentally Shatters 3,500-Year-Old Jar at Israeli Museum
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Standoff in the Philippines: Authorities Close in on Pastor Apollo Quiboloy
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As International Mission Begins, Kenyan Police Face Intense Challenges in Haiti
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WHO Declares Mpox Outbreak a Global Health Emergency
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Renewed Violence in Myanmar: Rohingya Muslims Face Escalating Threats Amid Drone Strikes and Ethnic Cleansing Fears
August 2024 – Rakhine State, Myanmar: The world is witnessing a harrowing resurgence of violence against the Rohingya Muslim community in Myanmar, as renewed fears of ethnic cleansing mount following reports of drone strikes that have killed hundreds of civilians,...
Taylor Swift’s Vienna Concerts Cancelled Amidst Terror Threat; Increased Precautions Follow Recent UK Tragedy
Vienna, August 7, 2024 – Austrian authorities announced on Wednesday that three Taylor Swift concerts scheduled in Vienna have been cancelled following the arrest of two suspects linked to an alleged terrorist plot. The concerts, planned for August 8 to 10 at Ernst...
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In a strategic move reflecting shifting geopolitical dynamics, Canada is actively pursuing closer defense industry collaborations with the European Union (EU). This initiative aims to diversify Canada's defense procurement sources, reducing longstanding reliance on...
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European Defense Expansion Hit by Chinese Resource Restrictions
Europe’s efforts to strengthen its defense industry are already facing setbacks due to Chinese export restrictions on critical metals. These restrictions pose a direct challenge to Europe’s rearmament plans, as the continent’s military production relies heavily on...