Graham Vandenburg At least 11 people lost their lives in a tragic stampede outside a cricket stadium in Bengaluru. This incident occurred as fans gathered to celebrate the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s first-ever title in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The excitement of the victory turned chaotic when large crowds attempted to enter the stadium. Videos from the … Read more
In Khan Younis, Gaza, a tragic incident unfolded as families gathered for aid distribution. Thirteen-year-old Yazan Musleh was shot during a chaotic scene when Israeli forces opened fire on a crowd of people seeking food. His father, Ihab, had brought Yazan and his older brother, Yazid, from their shelter in al-Mawasi to a distribution point … Read more
South Korea has a new president, Lee Jae-myung, who took office after a decisive victory in the recent elections. In his first speech, Lee promised to mend the divides in the country that have emerged from months of political and economic unrest. He also expressed a desire to reopen communication with North Korea. Lee, a … Read more
The family of Kumanjayi White is seeking answers after the 24-year-old died in police custody at a supermarket in Alice Springs, Australia. White’s grandfather, Ned Hargraves, a leader in the Warlpiri community, expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the incident, which occurred on May 27. Hargraves described White as his "Jaja," or grandson, and emphasized … Read more
Two suspected members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), including a female suicide bomber, died in an explosion in Kampala, Uganda. This incident happened near the Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine, where people had gathered to honor the 19th-century Christians who were martyred for their beliefs. The explosion occurred on a Tuesday as crowds were assembling for … Read more
Ukraine’s security service, known as the SBU, has reported a significant attack on the Kerch Bridge, which connects Crimea to Russia’s Krasnodar Krai. This incident occurred on June 3, 2025, and the SBU claims to have released a video showing the attack. According to their statement, the operation resulted in severe damage to the bridge’s … Read more
Orders from U.S. factories saw a significant drop in April, following a surge in March. Businesses had rushed to make purchases in March, anticipating tariffs that were expected to impact manufacturing costs. According to data from the Census Bureau, new orders for manufactured goods fell by 3.7 percent in April, a decline that was steeper … Read more
Japan has taken steps to regulate the way names are spelled and pronounced, responding to a growing trend of unique names known as "kira kira," which translates to "glittery." These unconventional names have become more popular since the 1980s, often inspired by pop culture, including brands and beloved characters from anime and video games. The … Read more
From June 4 to 8, millions of Muslims around the world will embark on the Hajj, an important pilgrimage that every adult Muslim should undertake at least once if they are able. This journey is not just a physical one; it is also a deeply spiritual experience for those who participate. As pilgrims arrive in … Read more
In the Shati refugee camp in Gaza, Raneem Abu Al-Eish, 30, cares for her two sisters, Aseel and Afaf, who face serious challenges due to celiac disease and intellectual disabilities. The three women share a cramped tent with their elderly parents and another sister and her husband. Life in this overcrowded camp is tough, with … Read more
