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Pistachio shortage: How Dubai's chocolate has disrupted the market

A viral video has dramatically altered the global pistachio market. The now-famous "Dubai chocolate," launched in 2021 by the Emirati brand FIX, has become a coveted product worldwide following a stunning feature on TikTok at the end of 2023. Since then, demand has surged, prices have skyrocketed,......

U.S. issues travel warning amid concerns of imminent attacks in Syria

The U.S. State Department has issued a travel warning to its citizens regarding Syria, citing "credible information" about potential imminent attacks in the Middle Eastern nation. This advisory was released by the U.S. Embassy in Damascus on its website, despite the embassy's closure since......

Tragic shooting at Florida State University leaves two dead and four injured

On April 17, a tragic shooting occurred at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, Florida, where the son of a deputy sheriff killed two people and injured four others before being shot and apprehended by police. Authorities confirmed the gunman, identified as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, was a......

Fatal helicopter crash in New York: pilot's last words revealed

Authorities are continuing to investigate the tragic helicopter accident that claimed the lives of a Spanish family of five and the pilot in New York. New details about the final moments of the flight are emerging. The helicopter took off from Lower Manhattan last Thursday, heading south before turning......

Tech executive and family tragically killed in New York helicopter crash

A tragic helicopter crash in New York City has claimed the lives of a family of five Spanish tourists, including three children. Among the victims were Agustin Escobar, a Siemens executive, and Merce Camprubi Montal, who is believed to be his wife. The crash occurred around 3:17 p.m. on Thursday when......

Former Microsoft Engineer Calls for Global Boycott Over Gaza Stance

In a bold move that has captured international attention, Ibtihal Aboussad, a former AI engineer at Microsoft, has launched a call for a global boycott of the company’s products. This statement comes in the wake of her recent termination from Microsoft following a protest during the company's......

Tragedy at Dominican nightclub claims dozens of lives

Dozens of people lost their lives and hundreds were injured after the roof of the renowned Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, collapsed early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred during a live performance by merengue icon Rubby Pérez, with at least 300 people present at......

$1 Billion US military offensive in Yemen struggles against Houthi resilience

Despite significant financial investment, recent reports indicate that the US military's offensive in Yemen has yielded minimal results, as the Houthi forces continue their defiance amid escalating regional tensions. Earlier this month, US media disclosed that nearly $1 billion had been spent in......

Russia strikes Kyiv and south Ukraine following deadly attacks

Russia launched air strikes on Kyiv and the southern parts of Ukraine, injuring several people, after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the U.S. for its “weak” response to a deadly missile attack on his hometown. The attack in Kryvyi Rih killed 18 people, including nine children. Kyiv's......

Hollywood Actor Val Kilmer, Star of Top Gun and Batman Forever, Dies at 65

Val Kilmer, the celebrated American actor known for his roles in Top Gun and Batman Forever, passed away at the age of 65 due to pneumonia. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed that he died on Tuesday night in Los Angeles. Kilmer had previously battled throat cancer, undergoing two tracheotomies......

Morocco's military fleet modernization: Airbus, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin vie for contracts

Three global aerospace companies—Airbus, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin—are competing to supply the Royal Moroccan Air Force with new aircraft aimed at modernizing its military transport fleet. Airbus has put forth its A400 aircraft, renowned for their substantial size and long-range capabilities,......

Myanmar Struggles With Earthquake Aftermath as Aid Arrives

Foreign aid and rescue teams reached Myanmar on Sunday to support recovery efforts after a powerful earthquake left over 1,600 dead and caused widespread destruction. The 7.7-magnitude quake, one of the strongest in the country in a century, struck on Friday, resulting in 1,644 fatalities, 3,408 injuries,......

US and Kenya lead in Islamic conversions, reveals Pew Research

A recent report from the Pew Research Center highlights the United States and Kenya as the leading countries for conversions to Islam. The study examined religious switching among 13 nations, including Ghana, Nigeria, and Tunisia, alongside others such as Turkiye, Singapore, and Indonesia. The findings......

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