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Architectural designs from Egypt’s $53 billion Gaza reconstruction plan, highlighting sustainable and locally inspired government and public buildings.

Explainer: Can Egypt’s $53 Billion Plan Counter Trump’s “Gaza Riviera” Vision?

March 7, 2025

In a move resonating with both political defiance and humanitarian commitment, Arab leaders have thrown their weight behind Egypt’s ambitious $53 billion initiative to reconstruct the Gaza Strip. This endorsement stands in stark contrast to U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal, dubbed the “Gaza Riviera,” which envisions the depopulation of Gaza for redevelopment purposes. Egypt’s […]

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk speaking at an event, with a UN flag in the background.

“Warned Bangladesh Army, Saw Changes in Response”: UN Rights Chief

March 7, 2025

During the July Uprising, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warned the Bangladesh Army that any involvement in the violence could lead to a ban from UN peacekeeping missions. Türk revealed this in a recent interview, saying that the warning played a role in shaping the military’s response. Speaking on BBC’s HARDtalk […]

Gang Gunfights in Ecuador Leave 22 Dead

March 7, 2025

GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – At least 22 people were killed on Thursday as rival factions of an Ecuadorian drug trafficking gang engaged in violent clashes in the port city of Guayaquil, officials have confirmed. In addition, three individuals sustained injuries in a series of internecine gunfights, according to local police, who revised […]

Protesters from the banned group Hizb ut-Tahrir march with banners in Dhaka as police intervene.

Police Use Tear Gas, Batons to Disperse Hizb ut-Tahrir Procession in Dhaka

March 7, 2025

Police used batons, tear gas, and sound grenades to disperse a march organized by the banned group Hizb ut-Tahrir in Dhaka’s Baitul Mukarram area this afternoon. Several members of the outfit were detained at the scene, according to reports. Around 1,000 Hizb ut-Tahrir activists gathered for the demonstration, part of their “March for Khilafat” program, […]

Over 70 Killed in Syria Clashes Between Government Forces and Assad Loyalists 1741340504 Over 70 Killed in Syria Clashes Between Government Forces and Assad Loyalists: Monitor

Over 70 Killed in Syria Clashes Between Government Forces and Assad Loyalists: Monitor

March 7, 2025

DAMASCUS, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – More than 70 individuals have been killed, with dozens more wounded, in violent clashes between Syrian government security forces and militants loyal to deposed ruler Bashar al-Assad, a war monitor reported on Friday. “More than 70 killed and dozens wounded and captured in intense clashes and ambushes on the […]

NYC High Line Architect Ricardo Scofidio Passes Away at 89

March 7, 2025

WASHINGTON, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – Ricardo Scofidio, the visionary architect behind some of New York City’s most celebrated landmarks, including the High Line elevated park, has passed away at the age of 89, US media reported on Thursday. Scofidio, alongside his wife and professional partner Elizabeth Diller, co-founded the renowned design firm now known […]

Taiwan Reports Detection of 11 Chinese Balloons Near Island

March 7, 2025

TAIPEI, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – Taiwan’s Ministry of Defence reported on Friday that 11 Chinese balloons were detected near the island within a 24-hour period. According to the ministry’s daily report, the balloons were spotted alongside five Chinese aircraft and six warships in the 24 hours leading up to 6:00 am (2200 GMT on […]

Gang Gunfight in Ecuador Claims 12 Lives

March 7, 2025

GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – At least 12 people were killed on Thursday as rival factions of an Ecuadorian drug trafficking gang engaged in a deadly gunfight in the port city of Guayaquil, officials confirmed. The local police chief, Herbie Guamani, reported the death toll, while a police source stated that the clash […]

UK Appeal Court to Rule on Sentences for Environmental Activists

March 7, 2025

LONDON, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – Sixteen British climate activists, imprisoned for their high-profile protests, will learn on Friday whether their appeal against lengthy sentences has been successful. During a hearing in January at London’s Court of Appeal, lawyer Danny Friedman argued that the prison terms—ranging from 15 months to five years—were “the most severe […]

Musk’s SpaceX Faces Another Starship Setback

March 7, 2025

BOCA CHICA, United States, 7 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – Elon Musk’s SpaceX has suffered another setback with its ambitious Starship programme as the upper stage of its colossal rocket was once again lost in a fiery explosion. However, the booster was successfully recovered in a near-repeat of the previous test. Minutes after liftoff and booster […]

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Category: World

Explainer: Can Egypt’s $53 Billion Plan Counter Trump’s “Gaza Riviera” Vision?

“Warned Bangladesh Army, Saw Changes in Response”: UN Rights Chief

Gang Gunfights in Ecuador Leave 22 Dead

Police Use Tear Gas, Batons to Disperse Hizb ut-Tahrir Procession in Dhaka

Over 70 Killed in Syria Clashes Between Government Forces and Assad Loyalists: Monitor

NYC High Line Architect Ricardo Scofidio Passes Away at 89

Taiwan Reports Detection of 11 Chinese Balloons Near Island

Gang Gunfight in Ecuador Claims 12 Lives

UK Appeal Court to Rule on Sentences for Environmental Activists

Musk’s SpaceX Faces Another Starship Setback

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