admin A look at some of the deadliest fires in bars, nightclubs and music venues
A blaze tore through a pub in Bangkok overnight into Monday, killing at least 27 people and injuring dozens. Authorities…
Iran persecutes its Baha’i minority fiercely in a year of protests and war, rights groups say
Ever since the Baha’i faith was founded in Persia — now Iran — in the 19th century, its followers there…
China’s ‘Green Great Wall’ tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over
For half a century, workers in northern China have been using a technique called "straw checkerboards" to combat desertification. This…
Ukraine reels after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death, fearing a weaker link to Trump
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham's death has left Ukraine without a key ally in President Donald Trump’s circle. Ukrainian lawmakers expressed…
US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz, waterway key to global energy supplies, in latest attacks
The United States and Iran each are asserting they control the Strait of Hormuz after a weekend of attacks stretching…
Bahamas plane crash that killed 10 included musicians and a DJ, union says
The Bahamas Musicians and Entertainers Union says the victims in a plane crash in the Bahamas that killed 10 people…
Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people
A huge fire that engulfed a pub in Bangkok overnight has killed at least 27 people. Firefighters brought the blaze…
Ukrainian prime minister to step down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stepped down on Sunday as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced fresh changes to Ukraine’s government. In…
Solar-powered tricycles help Cubans navigate fuel shortages and blackouts
Cuba's vintage cars have largely vanished, but they are now being replaced by small electric tricycles. These vehicles — mostly…
Canada’s Carney defends his visit to Saudi Arabia and slams criticism from afar
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is defending his decision to visit Saudi Arabia despite its poor human rights record. He…