After 15 months of displacement, a Palestinian reporter finally returns home

Experts predict a significant drop in slug populations this spring, attributed to cold winter weather and a recent dry spell by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) entomology team. This decline will benefit gardeners growing plants like lettuce, carrots, and broccoli from seed, following a record-breaking year for slugs in 2024 due to mild, wet conditions. The RHS notes that years of high slug activity typically lead to periods of lower activity, with weather playing a...

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko stated that Russia will demand ironclad security guarantees in any peace deal, including Ukraine's neutral status and NATO countries excluding Ukraine from membership. These guarantees are crucial for Russia to agree to the agreement, as outlined in his remarks to the Russian media outlet Izvestia. Grushko emphasized the importance of Ukraine remaining neutral and not joining NATO as part of the conditions for peace. Full Article

The Pulse club in Kocani, North Macedonia, experienced a tragic fire during a hip-hop concert, resulting in the deaths of at least 59 people and injuries to 155 others, with survivors recounting harrowing experiences of trying to escape the flames. Investigations revealed that the venue did not have a legal licence to operate and had numerous deficiencies, leading to calls for accountability and justice from grieving families and officials in the country. The government has...

China announced a "Special Action Plan to Boost Consumption" to stimulate domestic consumption in the second largest economy, aiming to increase income and reduce burdens to enhance consumption capacity. The plan, issued by the General Office of the Central Committee, includes measures to stabilize the stock market and develop bond products for individual investors. Following the announcement, China's CSI 300 index and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index both saw slight gains of about 0.1% on...

In Kocani, North Macedonia, a tragic nightclub fire left 59 dead and 155 injured, prompting a national mourning period and calls for accountability. Investigations revealed overcrowding and bribery allegations, leading to government inspections of all nightclubs. The devastating loss of young lives has shaken the close-knit nation, with families grieving and many injured seeking treatment abroad. Full Article

President Donald Trump mentioned he will likely be speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday during a conversation with reporters on Air Force One Sunday night. The discussion revolved around the potential for a resolution to Russia's war in Ukraine, including talks of dividing land, power plants, and other assets. Trump hinted at a possible announcement by Tuesday as he returned to Washington, D.C., from Florida, with more updates expected to follow. Full Article