Friday, June 30, 2023

Scorching heat fuels calls for worker protections

A punishing heat wave in parts of the US has claimed the lives of at least a dozen people.

Tamil Nadu: India nurse who delivered more than 10000 babies

Kathija Bibi recently retired after 33 years of illustrious service in India's Tamil Nadu state.

Florida murder suspect arrested after 40 years

Police say the suspect featured thrice on America's Most Wanted and used 13 aliases to evade arrest.

Greece boat disaster: Survivors blame Greek coastguard for tragedy

Survivors of the Greece boat disaster say an attempt by the Greek coastguard to tow the boat made it sink.

Kenya lorry crash: Dozens killed after truck loses control

A local police commander fears people may be trapped underneath the toppled-over vehicle.

Australia legalises psychedelics for mental health

Approved psychiatrists can now prescribe MDMA and magic mushrooms for disorders like depression.

Clashes intensify on third night of French riots

Forty thousand police officers have been deployed as violent protests spread beyond Paris to major cities in France.