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Scientists in Antarctica have encountered a distressing phenomenon: the death of hundreds, potentially thousands, of Adelie penguins, with the deadly H5N1 bird flu virus suspected as the cause. Federation University Australia disclosed that a scientific team found over 532 deceased penguins last month on Heroina Island, with signs pointing to a much larger death toll from an unidentified disease. Initial …

In a groundbreaking outdoor experiment, scientists tested a new technology designed to cool the Earth by enhancing cloud reflectivity and bouncing sunlight back into space. This first-of-its-kind test took place on a decommissioned aircraft carrier in San Francisco Bay, showcasing a device similar to a snow cannon that sprayed a cloud of salt aerosol particles into the sky. The purpose …

The United Nations Human Rights Council, in a significant move, has urged nations to cease the sale and delivery of arms to Israel. This appeal was part of a resolution passed on Friday, which garnered support from 28 of the 47 member countries, aiming to safeguard Palestinians from potential human rights abuses during Israel’s intense military operations in Gaza. The …

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken acknowledged on Friday the Israeli government’s recent efforts to enhance aid delivery to Gaza, highlighting that while these steps are appreciated, they might not fully meet the Biden administration’s expectations for substantial improvements in the humanitarian situation in the region. Blinken pointed out that increasing the number of operational border crossings could significantly improve …

Jebran Bassil, the leader of the Free Patriotic Movement, has called for an immediate halt to hostilities in south Lebanon, insisting that this issue should be distinct from the ongoing conflict in Gaza. In a conversation with Kuwait’s al-Anbaa newspaper, Bassil emphasized the need for unity during Lebanon’s severe crisis, offering his support for defensive actions against any Israeli incursions …

In recent skirmishes along the Lebanon-Israel border, an Israeli soldier and three Lebanese civilians sustained injuries due to the conflict between Hezbollah and the Israeli military. The incident occurred when an overnight operation targeted the southern Lebanese town of Kfarhamam in the Arqoob area, injuring three locals. Concurrently, the Israeli military reported that one of its soldiers was wounded by …

Samir Geagea, the head of the Lebanese Forces, has accused Hezbollah of causing significant harm through its border skirmishes with Israel, highlighting the severe consequences of these actions. During a Ramadan iftar dinner in Maarab, Geagea detailed the heavy toll of the conflict, noting that it has led to between 350 and 400 deaths, the decimation of numerous villages, and …

Israel has committed to permitting “temporary” humanitarian aid into the famine-threatened northern areas of Gaza following a stern warning from the United States, signaling a potential change in its stance towards Israel’s conflict with Hamas militants. In a crucial conversation lasting half an hour on Thursday, U.S. President Joe Biden communicated to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the future direction …