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The number of casualties from the devastating earthquake in Japan has surged to 62, as the country grapples with aftershocks and adverse weather conditions. Experts fear that the toll is likely to rise even further in the coming days. The earthquake, which struck several regions of Japan, has left a trail of destruction in its wake. Rescue efforts have been ...

South Korea ‘s opposition Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung was stabbed in the neck during a visit to the southern city of Busan on Tuesday. He was airlifted to Seoul after receiving emergency treatment, party and emergency officials said. Lee, who narrowly lost the 2022 presidential election, was conscious and was flown to Seoul National University Hospital in the capital. ...

In a positive development, the Japanese authorities have lifted all tsunami warnings, bringing relief to the affected regions. While speaking to AFP on Tuesday  a meteorological agency official said that all the tsunami warnings and advisories which were imposed after the Japan earthquake were lifted in the country. This decision comes after thorough assessments of the coastal areas affected by the ...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has affirmed that Ukraine has grown stronger and is determined to deliver a resolute response to Russia in 2024, according to a statement released by his office during a resolute New Year’s address on Sunday (Dec 31st) where he pledged to unleash formidable “wrath” against Russian forces throughout 2024. In contrast, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s New ...

In a significant development, the United Nations (UN peacekeeping mission in Mali has concluded after a decade of operations. This milestone marks a turning point in the country’s journey towards stability and highlights the progress achieved through international collaboration and support. The UN peacekeeping mission, officially known as the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), was established ...