California wildfires: Businesses face ruin as blaze rages Much of California’s avocado crop has been destroyed by wildfires that have ripped through the southern part of the state, industry experts say. “We’ve lost at least several hundred acres of avocados, probably more,” the California Avocado Commission told agriculture news site […]
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Russian MP says North Korea is bracing for sanctions North Korea is prepared for sanctions and will not abandon its nuclear program, a senior Russian lawmaker, who is currently on a visit to North Korea, told TASS on Friday. “They are not scared by sanctions at all, they will not […]
Benghazi suspect cleared of murder, guilty on terror charges Benghazi suspect cleared of murder, guilty on terror charges:- A US jury found Ahmed Abu Khatallah guilty on four of 18 charges on Tuesday related to his role in the 2012 terrorist attack on a US diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, […]
North Korea says new missile puts all of US in striking range North Korea says new missile puts all of US in striking range:- North Korea says it has successfully tested a new type of intercontinental ballistic missile that can reach the whole of continental United States. State television claimed […]
Security tight for Kenyatta inauguration Security tight for Kenyatta inauguration:- Security has been stepped up in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, ahead of the inauguration of President Uhuru Kenyatta for a second term in office. More than 20 heads of state or senior ministers are expected to attend. Opposition leader, Raila […]
Indonesia volcano: Mount Agung eruption closes Bali’s main airport Volcanic eruptions from Mount Agung on the Indonesian resort island of Bali have forced the closure of the island’s main airport, and the evacuation of thousands of residents living in the island’s northeast. Thick ash started shooting thousands of meters into […]
Beijing criticises Australia over South China Sea policy On Thursday, Australia raised concerns about the “pace and scale” of China’s activities in the disputed zone – part of a wide-ranging document setting out Canberra’s foreign engagement strategy. Beijing said the paper was generally positive towards China, but Australia should not […]
Three Chinese students injured in car attack in Toulouse Three Chinese students injured in car attack in Toulouse:- A driver has ploughed into a group of pedestrians near the French city of Toulouse, injuring three Chinese exchange students. A 23-year-old woman was seriously injured, and two men aged 22 and […]
North Korea may use ALGAE to fight against brutal sanctions as World War 3 looms The rogue state is reportedly beefing up research to strengthen its energy and food security. Algae organisms can produce food, fertiliser, feedstock and fuel. Analysis website 38 North reported the algae industry could gradually “mitigate […]
Australia expands security assistance to Philippines to combat Islamist militants Australia expands security assistance to Philippines to combat Islamist militants:- Australia on Tuesday announced the expansion of its security support to the Philippines, which will involve training in urban counter-terrorism, to fight the rise and spread of Islamist militancy in […]
