Oldest Wooden Structure: Zambia, 476,000 years.
Early Human Carpentry.
Archaeological Breakthrough.
Archaeologists have made an astonishing find that sheds light on the earliest human craftsmanship, dating back nearly half a million years.
This remarkable discovery suggests that ancient humans were engaged in carpentry and building with wood far earlier than previously believed.
The discovery...
Xi Jinping meets Bashar al-Assad
Strategic partnership between China-Syria
Economic recovery and diplomatic engagement
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad held "in-depth talks" during Mr. Assad's first visit to China in nearly two decades. This historic meeting aimed to strengthen political mutual trust and deepen cooperation between the two...
Suga from BTS starts military service.
BTS members fulfill their commitment.
Uncertainty surrounds Blackpink's contract.
South Korean sensation Suga, a prominent member of the globally acclaimed boy band BTS, has officially begun his mandatory military service, as confirmed via his social media update.
Suga, known by his real name Min Yoon-gi, is the...
Timbuktu mortar attack kills two.
Timbuktu under jihadist siege.
Mali faces ongoing insecurity.
A mortar attack in the historic city of Timbuktu in northern Mali has resulted in two fatalities and left five others wounded, according to the military. The army has attributed the shelling to "terrorists."
Timbuktu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,...
Canada investigates Sikh leader's murder.
Allegations point to Indian involvement.
Diplomatic tensions with India rise.
Canada's government has conducted a lengthy investigation into the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, alleging Indian government involvement. This has led to diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently stated that...
Venezuela retakes gang-controlled prison.
Luxuries and criminal operations exposed.
Tren de Aragua leader rumored escaped.
Venezuela has successfully regained control of the notorious Tocorón prison, previously held by the influential Tren de Aragua criminal gang. This operation involved the deployment of approximately 11,000 security personnel to the facility, which had been under...
India suspends Canadian visas.
Diplomatic tensions over Sikh separatist.
Canada reduces staff in India.
In the wake of an intensifying dispute over the killing of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil, India has temporarily halted the issuance of visas to Canadian citizens. India cites "security threats" as the reason behind this move,...
Azerbaijan's Continuation of Military Operations in Nagorno-Karabakh
Ethnic Armenians' Call for a Ceasefire and Azerbaijan's Ultimatum
International Responses and Escalating Tensions in the Region
Azerbaijan has declared that its military operations in Nagorno-Karabakh, which it terms "anti-terror" operations, will continue for a second day.
It states that it will not cease until the...
Women's World Cup Champions End Boycott
Commitment to Reform in Spain's Football Federation
Controversy Over Kiss Leads to Resignation and Ongoing Concerns
The boycott resulted from a controversy involving the now-former head of Spain's football association, Luis Rubiales, kissing Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the World Cup presentation ceremony.
The women's team...
Absence of Key Players at UN Climate Meeting
UN Secretary-General's Call for Concrete Climate Action
Impact of Missing Leaders on Climate Ambition Summit
On Wednesday, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will preside over a climate meeting marred by the omission of speakers from the world's two largest emitters, China and the United States.
Despite...
Man Fined Over $2,000 for Surfing with Pet Python Named Shiva
Viral Video Shows Man Riding Waves with His Reptilian Companion
Concerns Raised About the Python's Welfare and Legal Permit Violation
Higor Figuez reported that his python Shiva seemed to appreciate going out on the water. But wildlife officials stated that "only...
US Military Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Missing F-35B Fighter Jet
Pilot Ejects Safely After Aircraft Goes Missing in South Carolina
Questions Raised About Tracking and Recovery of the Expensive Stealth Jet
The US military has urged the public for assistance in locating one of its $100 million (£80 million) F-35B fighter...
Ofgem raises energy price limit.
Energy costs to fluctuate in 2024.
Transition to sustainable energy needed.
In January, the energy regulator Ofgem will increase its price limit for the average annual household energy bills to £1,898, marking a £64 rise, as per research firm Cornwall Insight.
A commonly accepted forecast predicted that energy...
UAW strike affects US economy.
Demands for higher pay.
Automakers face challenges.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union is expanding its strike against some of America's largest automobile manufacturers, extending the dispute over pay and benefits into its third week.
Ford and General Motors union leader Shawn Fain said 7,000 more workers will...
Millions encouraged to book online flu jabs.
Accelerated vaccination due to new Covid variant.
Eligibility and booking options available.
Starting Monday, millions will be urged to book flu vaccinations online, aiming to ease the strain on the NHS this winter.
In response to the new Covid variant, NHS officials sped up the vaccination...
Texan couple arrested for selling endangered animals.
Illegal sale of jaguar and margay.
Face federal prison and fines.
Rafael Gutierrez-Galvan, 29, and Deyanira Garza, 28, may face up to five years in federal prison and a possible $20,000 fine if convicted of attempting to sell the endangered jaguar and margay.
Texas...