Category: World
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Israel Accepts US Proposal for Temporary Gaza Ceasefire Amid Tensions
Cairo, Egypt – On Sunday, March 2, Israel announced it will implement a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, following a proposal from US President Donald Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff. The agreement coincides with the observance of Ramadan and Passover, according to an official statement from the Prime Minister’s office. This decision follows the expiration of the…
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Trump Declares English the Official Language of the United States
On Saturday, President Donald Trump officially announced English as the United States’ official language, aiming to unify a nation noted for its vast immigration diversity. The executive order, released by the White House, emphasizes that it’s “long overdue” for English to be recognized as the country’s official tongue. “An officially designated language lies at the…
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Pope Francis Health Update: Condition Stable with No New Breathing Issues
The health condition of Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized for over two weeks due to double pneumonia, remains stable with no recent breathing crises as confirmed by the Vatican on Saturday, March 1. The 88-year-old pontiff encountered a respiratory constriction similar to an asthma attack on February 28, causing worries about his well-being. However,…
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Microsoft Retires Skype to Prioritize Teams
Microsoft is set to retire Skype on May 5, focusing on its Teams service instead. Skype, founded in 2003, disrupted the communication industry with its audio and video calls, but struggled to compete with newer rivals. The shift to Teams was accelerated during the pandemic, catering more to corporate users. Users can seamlessly transition to…
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Rescue Efforts in Progress After Avalanche Hits Workers in Chamoli District
DEHRADUN, India — Search operations are ongoing in northern India to rescue workers caught in an avalanche incident. Authorities have successfully retrieved 47 individuals who were trapped, but eight workers remain unaccounted for as of Saturday. The avalanche struck a construction camp near a village along the Tibet border in Chamoli district, burying a total…
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Pope Francis Health Update: Vatican Gives Details of Breathing Incident
Vatican City — Pope Francis, undergoing treatment for pneumonia, experienced a critical breathing episode causing temporary discomfort, but medical intervention proved effective in stabilizing his condition. The incident occurred following reassuring reports on the pontiff’s health, as Vatican updates showed gradual progress in his recovery. The Holy Father’s medical team responded promptly to a bronchospasm…
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US Treasury Secretary Urges Canada, Mexico to Align Tariffs on China
In recent remarks in Washington, D.C., U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocated for Canada and Mexico to follow America’s lead by imposing similar tariffs on Chinese imports. His statements came as the expiration of a month-long exemption period on U.S. tariffs targeting Mexican and Canadian products approaches swiftly, with negotiations still ongoing. Speaking to Bloomberg…
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Switzerland Sets March 7 Conference to Address Situation in Occupied Palestinian Territories
Switzerland has arranged an international conference to discuss the ongoing humanitarian situation in the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories. Scheduled for March 7, the conference will host representatives from the 196 member states that are parties to the Geneva Conventions. This announcement comes after the conflict between Israel and Gaza, lasting 15 months, has temporarily halted due…
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Zelenskyy Optimistic About Mending Ties with Trump Despite White House Clash
In a recent televised conversation featured on Fox News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed confidence that the strained relationship with former U.S. President Donald Trump can be mended, despite the confrontational encounter that occurred in the White House. During the tense Oval Office exchange, Trump had criticized Zelenskyy harshly, alleging that Ukraine’s leader was inhibiting…
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Ramadan Commencement Dates Vary Across Middle Eastern Nations
Saudi Arabia, along with most other Sunni-majority Arab countries, will commence the sacred month of Ramadan this Saturday. Contrastingly, Iran and Iraq—two predominantly Shiite nations—have declared that their observance will begin a day later, on Sunday. The arrival of Ramadan, one of Islam’s holiest months, is traditionally determined by the sighting of the crescent moon.…
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