An Islamist group operating in Mozambique’s northern Cabo Delgado province used boys as young as 13 in attacks on a town last week and residents who were forced to flee the fighting recognized some of the child soldiers as their missing relatives, advocacy group Human Rights Watch said Wednesday.Al-Shabab, which…

The World Health Organization has authorized a second dengue vaccine, aiming to protect millions worldwide against the mosquito-borne disease.The vaccine, named Qdenga, is recommended for children aged six to 16 living in high-dengue regions and requires two doses.WHO’s approval means that donors and other U.N. agencies can purchase the vaccine…

A German court in Itzehoe has convicted a 34-year-old man, identified as Ibrahim A., of murder and attempted murder for a fatal stabbing on a train.The incident occurred on Jan. 25, 2023, in Brokstedt, resulting in the death of two teenagers and serious injuries to four other passengers.Ibrahim A., originally…

Israeli leaders claim photos and video show Hamas terrorists inside the United Nations Relief & Works Agency.The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) released on Tuesday drone footage and photos captured above the UNRWA compound in the Gaza city of Rafah.”Today, we revealed unusual footage of armed terrorists next to UN vehicles,…

Pakistan’s military successfully test-fired the Fatah-II Guided Rocket System on Wednesday.The rocket system, developed indigenously, has a range of 240 miles.It possesses unique trajectory and maneuverable features, allowing it to engage targets with high precision.Pakistan’s military said it successfully test-fired Wednesday a short-range, indigenously developed rocket system meant to boost…

A welding operation during construction of a water park at Sweden’s Liseberg amusement center sparked a massive fire in February.The fire quickly engulfed a building after starting from the water slide area, leading to one death.16 people reportedly sustained minor injuries from the fire.A welding operation sparked a huge fire…

Twenty-two boats caught fire at a marina in Medulin, Croatia, on May 15, 2024.Croatia is a popular European tourism destination known for its sailing.The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.A fire early at a marina in northwestern Croatia early Wednesday destroyed 22 boats and caused huge damage but…

Netiporn “Bung” Sanesangkhom died in detention after a monthslong hunger strike, amid a public debate about the country’s justice system.Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said he ordered the Justice Ministry to investigate the death.Netiporn was a member of the activist group Thaluwang, loosely translated as “breaking through the palace.” Its members…

Russia claims its military shot down 10 U.S.-supplied missiles on Wednesday as the United States’ top diplomat is in Ukraine shoring up America’s support for the country.The Russian Defense Ministry said air defenses detected 10 ATACMS missiles that were allegedly targeting Crimea early Wednesday and shot them down over the…

Ukraine’s first bunker school, located 20 feet below ground, began classes this week with hundreds of children attending.The school aims to shield students from Russian drone and missile attacks.Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city near the Russian border, faces relentless attacks, prompting most children to learn from home.Two teachers met them with…