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Why Are There Protests in Türkiye? Everything You Need to Know

24Mar

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Global

Why Are There Protests in Türkiye? Everything You Need to Know

Protests in Türkiye erupted following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. His supporters deem the charges politically motivated, fearing they aim to obstruct his potential 2028 presidential candidacy. Demonstrations, defying bans, have seen clashes with police, who used tear gas and water cannons. Tens of thousands of people across Türkiye have taken to the streets in protest after the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. Protesters, including students, opposition supporters, and concerned citizens, describe the charges against him as politically motivated. These demonstrations are the largest seen in the Protests in Türkiye in more than a decade. Why Are People Protesting in Türkiye? The protests began on March 19, 2025, when Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was arrest...

Massive Underground Structures Found Beneath Giza Pyramids

22Mar

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Culture, Global

Massive Underground Structures Found Beneath Giza Pyramids

Archaeologists unearthed a vast "underground city" beneath the Giza Pyramids. Preliminary scans reveal extensive tunnel networks and chambers, suggesting a potential ceremonial or residential complex. The discovery could rewrite our understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization, offering unprecedented insights into pyramid construction and societal organization. A new radar study has revealed a hidden network beneath the Pyramids of Giza, reigniting speculation about their true purpose. The discovery suggests the structures may have been more than royal tombs, possibly serving as energy hubs in ancient times. Researchers from Italy and Scotland used advanced radar imaging to scan the Khafre Pyramid. They uncovered an extensive underground system stretching over two kilometers benea...

Nowruz: Everything You Need to Know About the Persian New Year

20Mar

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Culture, Global

Nowruz: Everything You Need to Know About the Persian New Year

Nowruz arrives, heralding the Persian New Year. Celebrations commence globally, marking the spring equinox. Families gather, setting Haft-Sin tables and engaging in age-old traditions. Google releases an eye-catching doodle on this auspicious event. Nowruz, meaning "New Day" in Persian, is the traditional Persian New Year celebrated by millions worldwide. This ancient festival marks the arrival of spring and symbolizes renewal, hope, and new beginnings. In 2025, Nowruz will be observed on March 20 at 5:01 a.m. EST (2:31 p.m. IST), aligning with the vernal equinox. Google also celebrated Nowruz by releasing a unique doodle. Guest artist Pendar Yousefi illustrated the Doodle. What Is Nowruz? Nowruz is one of the world's oldest celebrations, dating back over 3,000 years. It has i...

Pakistan Condemns Genocidal War on Gaza, Urges UNSC to Act

19Mar

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Global, Islam, Pakistan

Pakistan Condemns Genocidal War on Gaza, Urges UNSC to Act

Pakistan has demanded a halt to the genocidal war in Gaza and implementation of the 15th January ceasefire agreement. Permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN Munir Akram told the 15-member Security Council in New York that Israel’s aggression, its attacks, and its slaughter of the Palestinians must stop. Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s overnight airstrikes in Gaza, which resulted in the deaths of 400 Palestinians. On Tuesday, Pakistan urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to intervene in this genocidal war. Moreover, they must also enforce the January 15 ceasefire agreement to end the ongoing violence. Speaking at an emergency UNSC session, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Munir Akram, called for an immediate end to Israel’s attack...

Stranded US Astronauts Set to Return to Earth on Tuesday: NASA

17Mar

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Global, Sci-Tech

Stranded US Astronauts Set to Return to Earth on Tuesday: NASA

NASA has announced that US astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, stranded on the International Space Station, will return to Earth on Tuesday. Their return, aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule, follows a prolonged stay due to Boeing Starliner issues. The splashdown is targeted for Tuesday evening off the Florida coast, weather permitting. Two US astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, are finally returning to Earth after spending over nine months on the International Space Station (ISS). NASA confirmed that they will land on Tuesday evening aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule. Wilmore and Williams originally traveled to the ISS in June 2024 on Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Their trip was supposed to last just over a week. However, technical issues with the capsule left them u...