Russian military point out deficiencies of German tank Leopard 2

Rostec specialists, who studied the characteristics of a Leopard 2A6 used by the Ukrainians and captured in the area of the special military operation, identified vulnerabilities in its protection, related both to the thickness and composition of...

China’s innovative perovskite film boosts LED brightness, extends lifespan

Perovskite, a high-performance material known for its luminous efficiency, low cost, and processing flexibility—with broad potential in solar cells, LEDs, and photodetectors—has traditionally faced a major challenge: inefficient recombination of...

"GLOBAL IT BOY" — Fans react as BTS Jimin’s photocard sells for ₩3M, setting a new record in Korea’s idol merch resale market

On June 13, 2025, K-media Se Daily reported that BTS Jimin's photocard was sold for ₩3 million (around $2,192). smashing records in South Korea’s resale idol merch scene. This high-value trade points to growing demand for K-pop collectibles,...

Transgender activists and allies call for 'basic human rights' at protest

The protest, which took place on Sunday morning, June 15, comes after a recent ruling by the UK Supreme Court that means that transgender women, even those with Gender Recognition Certificates, are not legally recognized as women in the context of...

Migrant in Philadelphia Deported for Fraud

20 PHILADELPHIA — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations Philadelphia removed Giyosiddin Ergashev, a citizen of Uzbekistan wanted for fraud in his home country, on May 29. “ICE is committed to safeguarding...

Russia’s strong ties with both Israel and Iran could help it emerge as a power broker

Russia’s strong ties with both Israel and Iran could help it emerge as a power broker

Climate funds open doors to clean up industry despite Trump green pushback

Russia to play key role in mediating Israeli-Iranian conflict, says RDIF chief

Russia to cease to exist, if it stops relying on traditional values — Putin

Russia returns bodies of 1,200 more Ukrainians as part of POW swap

Popular winner for cross country

It has been 23 years since Chris Sole first called Otago home, but yesterday was the first time the Leith Harriers president could call himself Barnes Cross Country Champion. The 67-year-old took the lead from club-mate Jocelyn Springthorpe after...

UN adopts convention on workplace biological hazards

Global: 64% of staff admit to elder abuse in care institutions

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Despite growing awareness, many countries still lack reliable and disaggregated data on elder abuse, while staff shortages and insufficient training continue to create high-risk conditions for neglect and...

Global doom and gloom sinks Aussie economic optimism

Pak: Human rights body decries enforced disappearances in Balochistan

Balochistan [Pakistan], June 15 (ANI): Paank, Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department, has condemned the cases of enforced disappearances taking place in Balochistan and demanded the release of all disappeared persons. Sharing the list...

Russia steps up assaults on Siversk front and uses chemical weapons

A Ukrainian soldier. Stock photo: open sources Russian forces have intensified assault operations on the Siversk front and are reportedly using chemical weapons. Source: 4th Brigade Rubizh of the National Guard of Ukraine Details: Ukrainian troops...

NGO donates N15m recreational materials, sets up play stations in schools

A Nongovernmental organisation, Whisper to Humanity Foundation, has commenced the distribution of its donated instructional and recreational facilities, including play stations, worth over N15 million to 16 schools in Ebonyi State. The...

Russian strike hit Boeing office in Kyiv in deliberate attack on US business, FT reports

Russia deliberately targeted a building used by the U.S. aerospace and defense giant Boeing in a recent attack on Kyiv, the Financial Times reported on June 15. Overnight on June 9-10, Russian forces launched hundreds of drones and seven missiles...

Popular coffee chain ‘way better than Starbucks’ with over 20k drink combos to open 7 locations – first arrives June 16

A GROWING chain of coffee shops is adding new locations starting this week. 7 Brew, a young brand of coffee shops, is opening up in seven new spots. 3 A new coffee shop could be opening near youCredit: Getty 3 7 Brew is known for its many flavor...