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A 6.7-magnitude earthquake strikes the Maluku Islands without tsunami warning

Indonesia experienced another significant earthquake on Monday, as a 6.7-magnitude tremor was recorded off the coast of the Maluku Islands in the eastern part of the country, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Despite the strength of the quake, no tsunami threat was issued. The......

China deepens ties with Pacific Island nations through high-level summit

China is hosting a significant diplomatic summit with 11 Pacific Island nations as part of its strategy to strengthen regional relations and promote what it describes as a "closer community with a shared future." Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is leading the talks in Xiamen, joined by Kiribati’s......

Global air passenger traffic sets new record in 2024

In 2024, global air passenger traffic reached a historic high, with a year-on-year increase of over 10% and around 4% growth compared to 2019, the pre-pandemic reference year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The total for 2024 amounted to 4.89 billion passenger kilometers,......

UK Rules Out Joining Pan-European Trade Agreement

The UK government has firmly rejected the possibility of joining a pan-European trade agreement. This statement came in response to comments from European Union Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, who suggested that the UK could consider joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention (PEM) as part of a......

Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Leave Thousands Homeless

Wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles have claimed at least 10 lives and destroyed nearly 10,000 structures as five major blazes continue to rage. The fires, fanned by strong desert winds, entered their third day of destruction, leaving a trail of devastation. The Palisades Fire, located between Santa......

Los Angeles Wildfires Devastate Celebrities' Homes and Communities

Wildfires in Los Angeles have ravaged over 1,000 buildings, including the homes of numerous celebrities. Among the victims are actors Leighton Meester, Adam Brody, and Billy Crystal. These fires have forced over 100,000 people to evacuate, impacting affluent areas like Pacific Palisades, a neighborhood......

Two Wildfires in Los Angeles Prompt Mass Evacuations

A series of devastating wildfires erupted in the Los Angeles area, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate as homes were destroyed and emergency services struggled to respond. The blazes, fueled by powerful winds, have caused widespread chaos and heightened concerns about wildfire management in Southern......

Blinken's Upcoming Diplomacy Tour: A Focus on Regional and Global Challenges

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit South Korea, Japan, and France from January 4 to January 9, 2025, as announced by the U.S. State Department. This diplomatic mission comes at a time when South Korea is undergoing a political crisis, which has seen President Yoon Suk Yeol impeached......

World Bank Provides Emergency Aid to Vanuatu After Devastating Earthquake

The World Bank has announced a $12 million grant to Vanuatu to support the country's emergency response and reconstruction efforts following a powerful earthquake that struck the archipelago on December 17. The 7.3-magnitude quake resulted in significant loss of life and widespread damage. Stephen......