Venezuela has lost all its glaciers. The last surviving ice mass is now too small to be a glacier. This is a global wake-up call about climate change. The Humboldt Glacier, named after Alexander von Humboldt, is gone. Rising temperatures melted the ice. This threatens freshwater supplies and irrigation. The UN declared 2025 as the International Year of Glacier Preservation.
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In a shocking turn at Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal, former IGP Chowdhury Abdullah Al Mamun implicated ex-PM Sheikh Hasina in last year's deadly mass uprising. Mamun, a state witness, apologized to the nation, claiming the killings occurred under Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal's direct orders.
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In a tragic incident, 12-year-old Sophia Forchas was critically injured in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. The attack, perpetrated by Robin Westman, resulted in multiple casualties and has been classified as domestic terrorism. Sophia is currently in critical condition, while the community grapples with the devastating impact of hate violence and calls for preventative measures.
Donald Trump believes Zohran Mamdani could win New York City's mayoral race if his rivals don't consolidate support. Trump suggested some candidates should withdraw, but didn't specify whom. Meanwhile, Mamdani challenged Trump to a debate, responding to calls for debates from Andrew Cuomo, while Eric Adams dismissed suggestions he might exit the race.
NRIs living in the UAE must reissue their Indian passport to update outdated addresses or include their UAE residence. The process, handled through BLS International, requires specific documents, in-person verification, and adherence to official guidelines. Whether updating based on personal residence, a spouse or parent, or adding a UAE address, applicants must follow the step-by-step process to ensure compliance.
Kim Jong-un's recent trip to Beijing, accompanied by his daughter Kim Ju-ae, suggests she may be his potential successor. Ju-ae's presence at the military parade and meetings with Chinese officials signals her rising status and possible grooming for leadership. This move highlights North Korea's strengthening ties with China and Russia, amidst global tensions.
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