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Gilgit-Baltistan Named Must-Visit Destinations for 2025

4Jan

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Culture, Global, Pakistan

Gilgit-Baltistan Named Must-Visit Destinations for 2025

Gilgit-Baltistan has been included in CNN's list of the top 25 must-visit destinations for 2025. CNN highlights Gilgit-Baltistan's "tantalizing peaks" and its home to five of the 14 "eight-thousander" peaks, including K2, the world's second-tallest mountain. It is a popular destination for adventure tourism, trekking, and mountaineering. Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Pakistan’s breathtaking northern region, has been included in CNN's list of the top 25 destinations to visit in 2025. Nestled in the Karakoram Mountains, this picturesque area is renowned for its rugged beauty, towering peaks, and adventurous allure. The region is popular for attracting nature lovers and thrill-seekers from around the globe. CNN Travel described GB as a “challenging yet rewarding destination,” noting its logis...

Is HMPV the Next Covid-19-like Scare in China?

3Jan

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global

Is HMPV the Next Covid-19-like Scare in China?

China is seeing a surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, a common respiratory virus, especially in children. It can cause symptoms similar to the common cold, such as Cough, Fever, Runny nose, and Sore throat. In some cases, HMPV can lead to more serious respiratory infections, such as pneumonia or bronchiolitis. China is currently dealing with a rise in respiratory illnesses, including the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), influenza, and Covid-19. This surge is putting pressure on healthcare systems, especially as the most affected groups are children and the elderly. What Is Happening in China? Recent reports and videos from social media depict overcrowded hospitals and suggest that multiple viruses, such as HMPV, influenza A, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and COVID-19, are spreadin...

Google Doodle Celebrates New Year’s Eve 2024

31Dec

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Culture, Global

Google Doodle Celebrates New Year’s Eve 2024

Google has launched an animated doodle to celebrate New Year's Eve 2024. The doodle features a shimmering clock ticking towards midnight, set against a dark sky. The doodle also includes a confetti cannon that releases a burst of confetti when clicked, adding to the festive atmosphere. As the world gets ready to welcome 2025, Google has joined the festivities with a delightful New Year’s Eve 2024-themed Doodle. Released on December 31, 2024, the animated design features a sparkling clock counting down to midnight, set against a starry night sky. The vibrant artwork captures the excitement of bidding farewell to 2024 while inspiring hope and positivity for the year ahead. Google shared a message along with the Doodle, saying, "Bust out your sparkles and finalize your resolutions — to...

Tragic Plane Crash in South Korea Leaves 179 Dead

29Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global

Tragic Plane Crash in South Korea Leaves 179 Dead

The news reports indicate that all but two people are feared dead after a plane crash in South Korea. The Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 series aircraft crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport, leaving all but two feared dead. The two survivors were flight attendants, and 120 people were confirmed dead. Muan, South Korea – A Jeju Air plane carrying 181 people from Thailand to South Korea crashed at Muan International Airport on Sunday, leaving all but two feared dead. The Boeing 737-800 burst into flames after skidding off the runway, smashing into a barrier, and exploding. Authorities have pointed to a bird strike and bad weather as possible causes of the plane crash. The accident occurred just minutes after the pilot issued a “Mayday” call. Video footage showed the pl...

U.S. Homelessness Reaches Record High in 2024

28Dec

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Global

U.S. Homelessness Reaches Record High in 2024

An estimated 771,480 people were homeless on a single night in January 2024, rising 18 percent from 2023, according to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in an annual U.S. homelessness assessment. This translates to about 23 in every 10,000 people in the country, home to the world's biggest economy. Homelessness in the United States has hit a new record, with a sharp 18% rise in 2024 compared to the previous year. A government report by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) revealed that over 770,000 people were homeless on a single night in January. Experts say the primary drivers of U.S. homelessness are skyrocketing housing costs, stagnant wages, natural disasters, and a surge in migrants in certain cities. The report highlights that family hom...