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Air pollution linked to nearly 8 million deaths globally in 2023, costing $8.1 trillion, report finds
Air pollution was responsible for nearly eight million deaths globally in 2023, with the health impacts costing an estimated $8.1 trillion annually, according to the State of Global Air Report 2025. This figure represents approximately six percent of the world's…
US warns of rapid escalation in Middle East war following missile attack on Riyadh
The United States has issued a warning regarding the potential for rapid escalation in the ongoing conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi forces, following a missile attack on Riyadh. This incident marks the first time the Saudi capital has…
Turkey offers military support to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks, says Foreign Minister
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced on Saturday that Turkey is prepared to assist Saudi Arabia with military support amid ongoing attacks from Yemen's Houthi forces. This support would be provided under a trilateral defence pact that also includes Pakistan,…
US lawmakers raise concerns over proposed sale of F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia
US lawmakers have expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed sale of F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia, as reported by BBC News. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat from Illinois, voiced his opposition, highlighting fears that the deal could allow sensitive American…
Concerns over crocodiles and flooding raised ahead of Brisbane 2032 rowing events
Concerns regarding crocodiles and flooding have emerged ahead of the upcoming rowing events for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and World Rowing have not addressed these issues in their latest updates, which has raised questions among…
