Headlines- According to Yemen's government, a Houthi missile attack on the al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden was survived by the prime minister and cabinet. At least five people died and sixteen were injured.
- Attacks on King Khalid International Airport between October 7 and October 11 resulted in 17 fatalities and 333 injuries, according to the spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen.
- Since October 1, 20 attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have been reported, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. Two of these incidents were reported on Wednesday.
- Iran's navy said an oil tanker that tried to cross a forbidden area in the Sea of Oman is on fire in the eastern portion of the Strait of Hormuz.
- After a shooting at an elementary school in Oregon on Thursday, at least three people—including children—have died.
- Nidal Hasan, a convicted military base shooter who killed 13 people in 2009 at Fort Hood in Texas, is scheduled to be executed by firing squad on December 3, US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he was canceling plans to broadcast the execution live.
- Only a few days after undergoing surgery, Pope Leo XIV resumed work, the Vatican press office announced on Thursday.
Tag: Video Report
In Rural Malawi, Digital Program Transforms...
To help students in rural Malawi learn how to use the latest digital technology, the Malawian government has partnered with a mobile service provider and the United Nations children’s organization UNICEF. In order to promote digital learning among students, public schools get equipped with free internet access, tablets, and high-definition smart TVs through the Connect-a-School initiative. But some schools say that a lack of some gadgets presents a challenge.
Oregon Trying to Decriminalize Small Amounts...
Decriminalizing small amounts of hard drugs is one novel approach that a U.S. state in the Pacific Northwest is trying to combat opioid abuse.
Release of Israeli Hostages from Hamas...
On Friday, Hamas released 24 hostages in total, including 13 Israeli nationals, as part of the first round of a coordinated swap between Israel and Hamas. VOA’s Esther Githui-Ewart spoke to reporter Ricki Rosen in Tel Aviv for more on the status of care they are expected to receive from the Israeli government now that they are freed.
Christmas Treasures Made from Paper by...
Very few Christians live in Kashmir,but people from the region put their blood and sweat into preparing gifts for Christmas celebrations.With cameraperson Wasim Nabi,Muheet Ul Islam for VOA has more from Srinagar.
In Ukraine, Clearing Mines Could Take...
Mines and explosives in the de-occupied regions of Ukraine pose a threat to people as the Ukrainian forces continue their counteroffensive. Mines have injured over 830 civilians and killed at least 264 since the start of the Russian invasion, according to the Ukrainian authorities. Various entitles are spearheading the ongoing demining efforts.
Gaza-Based Journalist Shares His Experience Covering...
A Gaza-based journalist told VOA of his “overwhelming experience” covering the Israeli-Hamas war on the besieged territory when the Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked on October 7. Living in the southern part of Gaza,Fuad Abu Khamash says he is embedded with an emergency team covering the war within an ambulance.
Aid Groups Accuse Russia of Taking...
Over 20,000 Ukrainian children are allegedly being forcibly deported or transferred to Russia or Russian-occupied territory, according to accusations made by Kyiv authorities against Moscow. And to mark World’s Children Day on November 20, Human rights activists are drawing attention to Russia’s violation of international child protection laws.
Possible Peace Deal Could Bring Pause...
As per a new report, there might be a deal between Israel and Hamas to free dozens of hostages held in Palestinian territory. Such a deal would bring much-needed aid across the border and at least a temporary pause to the bloodshed in Gaza. Such an agreement, according to American and Israeli sources, is not yet finalized.
Blooming Community Gardens in Malaysia
Many urban communities in Malaysia are adding a rural touch.More and more community gardens are popping up as residents look for ways to bring the great outdoors closer to home.
Some Jewish and Muslims Students Attend...
The division between Muslims and Jews in Israeli society has deepned as a result of the October 7 Hamas attack and the military operation that followed. However, there are families that are determined that education is the first step towards learning Arabs and Jews how to live together.