Headlines- Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, warned of a complete blockade around the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for economic sanctions, warning the United States that Tehran is preparing to impose a restricted zone over the Gulf.
- Israel is allegedly making an effort "to obliterate evidence of the brutal crimes committed against our people in the Gaza Strip," according to Hamas.
- As Moscow and Pyongyang strengthen their strategic alliance, the first road bridge connecting North Korea and Russia was officially opened on Monday.
- In a letter released on Monday, King Charles III stated that Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, will continue to live in the UK as "private citizens" and not as working royals.
- Despite rising criticism from some victims' relatives and a number of well-known Republicans who have urged him to abstain, Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will attend New York City's annual 9/11 anniversary service on Friday.
Year: 2019
Growing Tomatoes
A look at Houweling’s Inc., a greenhouse that grows tomatoes. Learn the complexities of growing tomatoes and how efficient use of water, natural sunlight, and high quality fertilizers can significantly reduce their environmental footprint.
No Special Help From Australia for...
Julien Assange sought refuge in the Ecuadorian embassy in London in 2012 to avoid extradition to Sweden over the allegations of sexual assault. But Ecuador abruptly withdrew its asylum Thursday and allowed U.K. police to arrest the WikiLeaks co-founder
UN Secretary-General Meets Nobel Laureate and...
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres meets with Nadia Murad, Nobel Laureate and Goodwill Ambassador for the Dignity of Survivors of Human Trafficking of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Ms. Murad gave a copy of her book “The Last Girl” to the Secretary-General
Cherry Blossoms Put on Spectacular Show...
The famous cherry blossoms on the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC are passing their peak but others in the area are in full bloom
Anti-Vaccine Parents In US Help Fuel...
New York City has declared a public health emergency amid an alarming spike in the number of measles cases among largely unvaccinated children. Parents who refuse to vaccinate their children could now face heavy fines
VOA60 World – At Least 18...
At Least 18 Killed in Attack on Pakistani Shi’ites and other stories from around the world
VOA60 Africa – Al-Shabab Abducts 2...
Al-Shabab Abducts 2 Cuban Doctors in Kenya and other stories from African Continent
Orchids
Did you know that orchids are one of the largest plant families? Learn more about the different types of orchids and what makes each of them unique
Off Width Rock Climber
Meet Pamela Shanti Pack! A specialist in off-width rock climbing who hasn’t let gender define the sport. Watch her climbing technique as she follows cracks in the cliff face and leaves the canyon floor far behind
UN Rights Chief Urges Respect for...
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet is urging Sudan’s new rulers to uphold the constitution and take heed of human rights as they try to move the country forward after the toppling of president Omar al-Bashir