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Cause for Celebration

This week saw the spectacular, once in a generation coronation of King Charles III in London. Wet weather could not deter the British Spirit, with over 4,000 troops in the streets on parade hundreds of thousands lining the streets and over 20 million people tuning in to watch live from around the world. Ukraine is still in the depths of war, facing tough Russian opposition, and Monkeypox cases continue to rise in Africa, although the WHO says it is ‘confident’ this is not a serious issue.

King Charles III crowned in grand ceremony

King Charles III was crowned in a grand ceremony at Westminster Abbey on Saturday, marking the start of a new era for the United Kingdom. The 73-year-old monarch, who has been heir to the throne for 70 years, was crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury in a ceremony that was attended by members of the royal family, government officials, and foreign dignitaries.

Ukraine war: Russia intensifies attacks on eastern Donbas region

Russia has intensified its attacks on the eastern Donbas region of Ukraine, as it seeks to gain control of the entire industrial heartland. The Ukrainian military has said that Russia is using artillery, tanks, and aircraft to bombard cities and towns in the region, and that there are reports of heavy casualties.

Monkeypox cases continue to rise in Europe and North America

The number of monkeypox cases continues to rise in Europe and North America, with the World Health Organization (WHO) reporting over 1,000 cases so far. The WHO has said that the outbreak is "unusual" and that it is investigating the cause of the spread.

A Windy Week

A deadly tornado has ripped through midwest America, killing at least 26 people. Homes have been destroyed and thousands have been left without power after huge storms caused devastation across several states. Three British men are being held by Taliban in Afghanistan, with the UK government ‘working’ to get them home. And finally, the world-famous AI, Chat GDP has been banned in Italy over ‘privacy concerns’.

US tornadoes: Death toll grows as extreme storms ravage several states

At least 26 people have been killed after a series of tornadoes tore through towns and cities in the South and Midwest of the United States. Homes were destroyed and thousands have been left without power after huge storms caused devastation across several states.

Three British men held by Taliban in Afghanistan

Three British nationals are currently being held in custody by the Taliban in Afghanistan, a humanitarian organisation has told the BBC. The home secretary, Suella Braverman said the government was "in negotiations" over the men.

Chat GPT banned in Italy over privacy concerns

Italy has become the first Western country to block advanced chatbot ChatGPT. The Italian data-protection authority said there were privacy concerns relating to the model, which was created by US start-up OpenAI and is backed by Microsoft.

Don’t Worry - It Won’t Hit Us

This weekend, a large asteroid that could have wiped out a city will safely pass between Earth and the moon's orbit, providing scientists with an opportunity to study it up close. This week also marked 20 years since the US invasion of Iraq, with many questioning what was achieved by the invasion. While Washington forgets, much of the world remembers. Finally, once again Boris Johnson is in the headlines as he faces allegations of lying to parliament. Is this finally the end of Boris?

‘City Killer’ asteroid passes close to earth this weekend, providing scientists with a unique research opportunity

An asteroid that was discovered a month ago, dubbed the ‘City Killer’ will approach the moon within a distance of 515,000km on Saturday US time, before speeding past Earth at a velocity of around 28,000km/h several hours later.

The invasion that plunged a country into years of chaos

20 years after the US invasion, Iraq is a freer place, but not a hopeful one. Conversations with dozens of Iraqis offer a portrait of a nation that is rich in oil, hobbled by corruption and unable to guarantee its citizens’ safety. We take a look back at the history of the war-torn country.

Boris Johnson Under Fire from MPs

Once again, Boris Johnson is under scrutiny over accusations about lying to parliament. Could this be the end of his political career? Johnson says he ‘emphatically’ did not set out to deceive members of Parliament over Covid rule-breaking parties that occured in Downing Street, but many critics disagree…

That was close

Amid tensions from the war in Ukraine, declassified footage from the US military shows the moment a Russian jet crashed into a US drone on Tuesday off Ukraine, resulting in the drone crashing into the sea. TikTok has been banned on UK government minister’s phones, the news comes amid pressure from Washington for TikTok owner ByteDance to make the US side of the company separate from its current Chinese ownership. And finally, lead actress Michelle Yeoh said "dreams do come true," after Everything, Everywhere All at Once wiped the floor at the Oscars.

Russian aircraft crashes into US drone causing it to ditch into The Black Sea

On Tuesday, a Russian Su-27 fighter jet collided with a US military drone over the Black Sea, rendering the drone "unflyable," and causing US officials to crash it into the sea, according to the Pentagon. The White House condemned the Russian plane's interception of the unmanned aircraft as "reckless.”

UK ministers banned from using TikTok on government phones

British government ministers have been banned from using Chinese-owned social media app TikTok on their work phones and devices on security grounds. The government fears sensitive data held on official phones could be accessed by the Chinese government. Cabinet Minister Oliver Dowden said the ban was a "precautionary" move but would come into effect immediately.

Everything, Everywhere cleans up the Oscars

‘Everything everywhere all at once’ cleaned up the floor at the Oscars, taking away 7 awards including Best Picture. Speaking as the first Asian best actress winner, Michelle Yeoh stressed the importance of representation, and "for people to see people like me on screen. I hope that I’m not the last, and this is just the beginning," she said, before she disappeared off to celebrate.

Into The Big Blue

This week saw the announcement of a world-famous ocean bill that, for the first time, saw United Nations members agree on a unified treaty on Saturday, to protect biodiversity in the high seas — nearly half the planet’s surface. In a tragic incident in Germany, a gunman opened fire on a group at a Jehovah's Witness meeting hall in Hamburg, Germany, on Thursday resulting in the deaths of seven people. And finally, a new bill by the UK government introduces controversial new laws and powers to deter migrants from coming to the country.

Historic agreement reached after decade of talks

After a decade of negotiations, nations have achieved a significant milestone by reaching a historic consensus to safeguard the world's oceans. The High Seas Treaty has been enacted with the objective of designating protected areas that cover 30% of the seas by 2030, with the goal of preserving and restoring marine ecosystems. The treaty was finalised on Saturday evening, following an exhaustive 38-hour discussion at the United Nations headquarters in New York.

Seven dead in gunman attack in Hamburg

Seven people, including an unborn baby, have been killed in a shooting at a Jehovah's Witness meeting hall in the German city of Hamburg, police say. The authorities said that the gunman acted alone in the attack on Thursday, and subsequently took his own life. The motives behind his actions remain unknown. The suspect, identified as Philipp F, reportedly harboured negative feelings towards the religious community, despite having been a member in the past.

UK introduces new law to ban illegal migrants into the country

The UK government has proposed new legislation to curb illegal immigration into the country. However, the announcement of the Illegal Migration Bill has sparked significant controversy. The bill proposes the detention and expulsion of individuals who enter the UK without authorization, including those who arrive in small boats across the English Channel. Additionally, the bill stipulates that individuals who attempt illegal entry will be barred from returning and will not be eligible for British citizenship.

An Unimaginable Tragedy

Rescue workers are searching for survivors after a head-on collision between two trains in central Greece killed dozens of people and left scores injured, raising questions about the country's poor track record of railway safety. The FBI has announced that they believe COVID-19 originated from a Chinese state-controlled lab, and finally, five airlines are suing the Dutch government over plans to reduce the number of flights from Europe's third-busiest airport, Amsterdam Schiphol.

57 dead as two trains collide in a collision in Greece

A passenger train carrying approximately 350 people crashed into a freight train shortly after departing from Larissa just before midnight on Tuesday. The first four carriages of the passenger train derailed, and the first two caught fire and were "almost completely destroyed," according to Thessaly regional governor Kostas Agorastos. The Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has attributed the accident to "human error.”

FBI claims Covid-19 originated in a "Chinese state controlled lab"

Once simply labeled as a 'crackpot theory', it has now been called the 'most likely scenario' by FBI Chief Christopher Wray in the search for the Covid-19 origins. Wray has said that the bureau believes Covid-19 most likely originated in a Chinese government-controlled lab, marking the first public confirmation of the FBI's classified judgment of how the pandemic virus emerged.

Five airlines sue Dutch government over planned flight cuts into major airports

Five airlines are taking legal action against the Dutch government's plans to reduce the number of flights departing from Europe's third-busiest airport, Amsterdam Schiphol. The government's decision is based on concerns from local communities about the adverse impact of air travel on noise pollution and the environment.

A Grim Anniversary

At the one year anniversary of the start of the Ukraine war, countries around the word stood silent to mark the occasion. Poland announced the country will be sending 14 German-made Leopard 2 tanks to support the ongoing fighting. Another earthquake has struck Turkey, with rescuers once again left desperately searching in the rubble for survivors. And finally, stolen Angkorian crown jewellery has resurfaced in London, leaving experts “stunned” by the discovery. After decades of being hidden, they will go on public display in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, allowing this jewellery to shine once again.

February 26, 2023

A Grim Anniversary

This week marked one year since the start of the Ukraine war, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky describing the invasion as “the hardest day of our modern history,” pledging Ukrainian victory over Russia. In a news conference, he downplayed the possibility of near-term peace talks, saying Russian President Vladimir Putin “is no longer the same person” he once was. According to the OHCHR, the war has killed over 8,000 civilians alone since the war began last year, with over 400 of those children.

February 26, 2023

Second tremor in Turkey traps even more under rubble

Following another earthquake in Turkey, rescuers are once again searching for those trapped under rubble. The second 6.4 magnitude tremor struck near the city of Antakya, close to the Syrian border. The region has already been devastated by massive earthquakes on 6th February that have claimed the lives of 50,000 people in Turkey and Syria, leaving tens of thousands more homeless. It is worried that these tremors will further hinder efforts to rescue those trapped under the rubble.

February 26, 2023

Stolen Angkorian crown jewellery resurfaces in London 

A vast trove of Cambodia's Angkorian crown jewellery, some dating back to the 7th Century, resurfaced in London last summer, it has been revealed. The stolen items belonged to British antiquities smuggler Douglas Latchford. Experts say they have never seen most of the jewellery before and are stunned by its existence.