Scientists use new technology and AI to discover animal intelligence
From self-medicating great apes to elephants that call one another by individual names, the wonderful world of nature was full of fascinating discoveries throughout 2024.Read More
Welcoming and integrating migrants: a message from Pope Francis
Pope Francis engaged with members of the Italian non-profit organization ResQ, focusing on the “vastness and complexity of the migration phenomenon.”Read More
Russia edges toward Taliban recognition
The lower house of Russian parliament on Tuesday gave an initial approval of a long-discussed bill that would open the way for the Russian authorities to remove the Taliban’s designation…
Nigeria rolls out malaria vaccinations to young children
One of the first areas where the programme is being rolled out is the southern state of Bayelsa, which has one of the country’s highest rates of malaria.Read More
Bilal says new album partly inspired by ‘divine intervention’
The US singer and songwriter recently published his first album of new music in eight years.Read More
Mexicans mourn murdered congressman
Hundreds of people paid their last respects on Tuesday to Benito Aguas Atlahua, a member of the country’s ruling coalition, who died in hospital on Monday night after being shot…
In India, the Hornbill Festival keeps traditions alive
The 10-day Hornbill Festival is held in Kohima, the capital of the remote Indian state of Nagaland, on the border with Burma.Read More
Top Google searches of 2024: Elections, Copa América, and more
The results show terms that saw the highest spike in traffic compared to last year — ranging from key news events, notably global elections, to the most popular songs, athletes…
Rights group calls for probe of Ex-Governor, Army officers in Congo
Amnesty International called for an investigation Wednesday into a former governor and two top army officials in Congo for “possible crimes against humanity” during a deadly crackdown on demonstrators last…
At least 175 people killed, dozens injured in separate strikes in Sudan
At least 175 people have been reported dead and dozens injured after a series of airstrikes hit Sudan’s capital on Monday and Tuesday.Read More