Nepal vows to rebuild historical sites left in ruins by earthquake
Perched on a hilltop in Kathmandu Valley just to the west of the capital, the Swayambhunath religious complex is one of Nepal’s most valued ancient sites. source
Obama slams vote to override his veto of 9/11 legislation
The US Congress has voted to override President Barack Obama’s veto of a bill allowing relatives of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabian officials. Its the first time in ……
Fulbright Programme wins Prince of Asturias Award for International Cooperation
The Fulbright Programme educational exchange scheme has been announced as the winner of the 2014 Prince of Asturias Award for International Cooperation. source
Justin Bieber asked to leave Mexico’s Tulum ruins, says offical
Singer Justin Bieber has been asked to leave Mexico’s ancient Tulum site after reportedly climbing onto one of the ruins, according to an National Institute of … source
Syrian refugee boy brings his puppy across Mediterranean to Greece
‘I love this dog ! I need her!’ Responded 17-year-old Syrian refugee Aslan when asked why he had chosen to bring his furry friend on his travels from Damascus, ……
‘We won’t go away, welcome to your hundredth day’, climate marchers hold rallies in the US
President Donald Trump’s inauguration was greeted with the Women’s March, and as he marks 100 days in office, tens of thousands of people marched on … source
Demonstrations follow introduction of Poland’s new state media law
Demonstrations have taken place around Poland to protest against a new public media law. Media managers will now be selected by the Treasury Minister and … source
Asylum granted to Guinean man in Belgium after threats in Greece
In the first case of its kind, an African refugee has been granted asylum by Belgium despite already having asylum status in Greece. Mamadou Ba, who is from … source
Houthi rebels launch missiles on US warship in Yemen
An American warship has been targeted by Houthi missile attacks in Yemen. For the third time in the past week, the USS Mason has been fired upon by the ……
3,000 refugees a day to enter Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) is expecting 3000 people a day to cross into the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. The Macedonian government … source