Author: Ayushi Jain

Every year during August and September, Brazil’s Amazon rainforests witness devastating fires igniting because of illegal deforestation. This year’s fire was the worst August fire in 12 years. Brazil’s national space institute satellite sensors detected 33,116 fires aflame in the Amazon. This year’s fire in August surpasses the devastating fires of August 2019. Coverage of the August 2019 fire shook the world and received criticism from European leaders. President of Brazil, Bolsonaro, recently took the office and turned environmental enforcement on its head. Previously, Bolsonaro soft-pedalled the raging fires. He continues to do the same and states criticism is part…

On Thursday night, Argentina’s President said a man attempted to assassinate Vice President Cristina Fernandez outside her home. However, security officers overpowered the man as his handgun misfired. The vice president did not incur any injuries as the man was overpowered by her crowd of supporters. According to reports, a witness near the accident informed hearing the sound of the trigger pull but didn’t realise it was a handgun until security officers rushed the man. As Cristina Fernandez walked out of her home and shook hands with supporters outside her home, a man’s assassination attempt failed because the loaded gun…

Pakistan is witnessing unprecedented rainfall resulting in flash floods across the country. The latest satellite images released by European Space Agency reveal a third of Pakistan is underwater. The death toll resulting from the Pakistan floods has reached 1,186, including 399 children. According to reports, more rainfall is predicted to downpour, increasing the risk of more flooding. Humanitarian aid is urging countries to donate to fight the devastating impact of floods in Pakistan. In response, several countries, including Uzbekistan, the United Kingdom, UAE, Qatar, South Korea, France, Iran, the EU, and China, along with international organisations, have pledged to assist…

Zimbabwe is moving 2,500 wild animals from its southern reserve to the ones in the country’s north. As the country faces intense drought conditions, the move comes to rescue the wild animals from droughts.  The damage from climatic change has replaced poaching as the biggest threat to wildlife. Many animals will be taken in a convoy of trucks with the animals in metal cages. The trucks will complete a journey of 700 kilometres to transport the animals to their new home. In addition, crane hoists sedated elephants into trailers. According to reports, 400 elephants, 70 giraffes, 2,000 impalas, 50 zebras,…

The Russia-Ukraine war extends into its seventh month. With no signs of coming to an end, North Korea indicates its interest in helping Russia-occupied territories in Ukraine’s eastern region. In addition, the country may send a team of construction workers to rebuild the occupied territories. According to reports, in a recent interview, Russia’s ambassador to North Korea endorsed this idea.  Furthermore, Russian officials foresee a hard-working workforce that could be thrown into “most arduous conditions”. Recently, N Korea’s ambassador to Moscow met with two representatives from Russia-backed territories in the Donbas region of Ukraine.  According to reports, they expressed hope…

On Wednesday, fans of Princess Diana gathered outside Kensington Palace to tribute to Princess Di. Fans placed offerings at Kensington Palace, marking Diana’s 25th anniversary of death. Princess Diana died on August 31st 1997, in a Paris car accident that stunned people all over the world. A collection of Princess Di’s photographs, messages from her admirers, and white chrysanthemums were arranged in a way to spell “Princess Diana”. According to reports, fans of Princess Di gathered outside Kensington Palace in remembrance of her memory. Furthermore, they did the memorial, chat about things she used to do, and how her legacy…

The situation in Afghanistan has deteriorated drastically under the Taliban’s governance. On Tuesday, United Nations issued a warning stating that 6 million Afghans are at risk of famine. The UN humanitarian Martin Griffiths told the UNSC that 39 million people need immediate help as the country battles a crisis in multiple areas. In addition, the multiple crises consist of economic, humanitarian, hunger, financial and climatic crises. UN humanitarian coordinator Martin Griffith informed more than one million children are estimated to suffer from severe to life-threatening malnutrition. Furthermore, if children did not receive proper treatment, they could die.  The economic collapse…

 After Iraqi Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr announced his resignation from Iraqi politics, hundreds of angry followers stormed the government palace in Bagdad. The angry mobs clashed with the security forces, where 15 people died. After the clashes broke, Iraq’s military announced a curfew nationwide. The Caretaker suspended cabinet sessions in response to the violence. According to official reports, one soldier from the special forces was killed. In addition, the soldier was responsible for the security in the Green Zone. Green Zone houses several government buildings and foreign embassies. The riot of Monday was the first to be observed in many…

After France’s aviation investigation agency reported the lack of seriousness toward safety protocols, Air France suspended two pilots who fought in the cockpit mid-air. On Sunday, an Air France airlines official said two pilots were suspended in reference to physically fighting in the cockpit mid-air. The incident occurred in June on a Geneva-Paris flight. Furthermore, the official reassured Air France’s commitment to safety and further informed the flight landed safely as the fight between the pilots did not affect the remaining flight. The news of the flight between pilot and co-pilot broke after BEA – France aviation investigation agency -…

On Sunday, MTV VMA 2022 (Video Music Awards) was held at Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey. At the event, musical sensations dazzled the red carpet with sensational and fiery outfits. Lil Naz X, Taylor Swift, BTS, Blackpink, and several artists were spotted at the VMA. In addition, Jack Harlow, Nicki Manaj, and LL Cool J were the hosts for the evening. Several artists bagged multiple nominations in various categories. To name a few, Harry Styles, Jack Harlow, Doja Cat, BTS, Lil Nas X, and more were nominees in multiple categories. Furthermore, several artists and groups gave sizzling performances on the…