GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - The World Health Organization (WHO), an international health agency that operates under the United Nations, has announced its upcoming internship opportunities for students from around the world. The WHO Internship Programme is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in various areas of public health, including human

Melbourne, December 22 - Cricket Australia has confirmed that Josh Inglis will miss the upcoming fifth test match against India in Sydney due to injury. The Australian opener sustained a low-grade calf strain while fielding on day two of the fourth test match. According to a statement from Cricket Australia,

Koneru Humpy, India's chess sensation, has done the country proud once again by winning the World Rapid Chess Championship with a dominant performance. Defeating Indonesia's Irene Sukandar in the final, Humpy secured her second world title in the rapid format, cementing her position as one of the top players in

Businessman and social media personality Anand Mahindra took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to celebrate the win of Indian chess player Humpy Koneru in her second World Rapid Chess Championship title. Calling her "an Indian Queen", Mahindra praised Koneru for making India proud with her victory. Koneru, a 37-year-old

In a shocking turn of events that has sent shockwaves across the globe, Russia announced early on December 28, 2024, that it will be declaring airspace off-limits to all foreign aircraft, including those carrying festive holiday travelers. According to reports received by Alayaran.com, a viral video has surfaced showing

According to the report, scientists found that the average number of days with extreme heat around the world increased by 41 days in 2024 compared to previous years. This may be attributed to climate change, which is causing rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves. The article does not provide any

Al Jazeera can confirm that Google has broken down the top trends and most searched terms on Google in 2024, revealing insights into global curiosity and interests. The company releases an annual Year in Search report, which highlights the year's most searched news events, individuals, movies, songs, games, and food

The 2024 World Rapid and Blitz Championships were marred by controversy on Saturday as Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen was disqualified from participating in both events after violating the FIDE dress code. Carlsen, widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players of all time, was fined $200 for wearing

New Delhi: The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) is reeling from internal turmoil over a unilateral announcement by top leadership to host the sport's World Cup Final in November 2025, leaving key officials feeling disenfranchised and questioning the federation's transparency. The controversy erupted earlier this month when BFI unilaterally announced

Beijing, China - China has given the green light to build what is expected to be the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River, near the Indian border, sparking concerns in downstream nations India and Bangladesh. The $137 billion project, described as the world's biggest infrastructure undertaking, aims

In a poignant blow to the nation, former Prime Minister of India, Dr Manmohan Singh, has left this world at the ripe age of 92. The stalwart leader, who had been an integral part of the country's growth and development for decades, was admitted to the All India Institute of

Norwegian Chess Sensation Magnus Carlsen struggled to make an impact in the first day of the World Rapid & Blitz Championship held in New York, failing to register a convincing performance. At 80th position with just 2.5 points out of five rounds, Carlsen's underwhelming start raises concerns about his

NEW DELHI, DECEMBER 25 - Indian chess has witnessed an unprecedented surge in 2024, with notable achievements including GM R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi's victories over Magnus Carlsen, Gukesh winning the Candidates Tournament, and both men's and women's teams securing gold at the Chess Olympiads. The year concludes with the

Despite being touted as a crucial year for elections globally, 2025 holds fewer races than expected. Although the political landscape remains dynamic and unpredictable, few major polls have been announced thus far, setting the stage for an interesting and unpredictable new year. While the previous year witnessed monumental elections worldwide,

In a world where festive cheer is contagious, five countries have chosen to abstain from decking the halls this holiday season. From Saudi Arabia to Somalia, these nations have deemed Christmas celebrations an affront to their cultural and religious identities. Saudi Arabia, a land steeped in Islamic tradition, has historically

In a remarkable achievement, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) in collaboration with professional team Evo India, attempted to set a Guinness World Records title for the Greatest altitude change by an electric car. The historic event was held on December 26, 2024, and saw the Hyundai IONIQ 5 proudly claiming

MUMBAI, Dec 26 (PTI): The tragic crash of a Kazakh plane on Wednesday has triggered an outpouring of grief and chaos, with numerous theories emerging over possible causes. According to reports from the aviation authorities, an Air Astana aircraft carrying around 80 passengers went down in a remote area near

KOLKATA, 25 January, 2023 - In a conversation that sheds light on the often-fearful topic of ageing, women from various backgrounds and industries have shared their unique perspectives on accepting the natural process of decay. The experience of ageing has been redefined by these trailblazing women who reject societal beauty

Hyderabad, India - A leading provider of CAD and engineering outsourcing solutions, URCADServices has announced its comprehensive range of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering services tailored to meet global standards. In an effort to provide businesses across industries with optimized workflows and enhanced project outcomes, URCADServices offers a unique

ROAD TOWN, British Virgin Islands, Dec. 24, 2024 - Wilder World, the highly anticipated metaverse game currently ranked as the 9th most wish-listed title on the Epic Games Store, has unveiled its captivating gameplay trailer, showcasing the cutting-edge graphics and immersive gameplay experience that will define the future of gaming.

In a rapidly changing digital landscape, the Ministry of Culture announced Dr. Khaled Abdel-Jalil's departure from his role as head of censorship, replacing him with Jamal Eissa, sparking debate about censorship techniques and tools. The shift towards digital content creation has posed significant challenges to traditional censorship methods. As technology

The event, themed "Connecting the Neurosurgical World", will be held on December 1st to 4th, 2025, and is expected to attract around 4,000 delegates, including key opinion leaders, innovators, and changemakers from the medical field. The congress is a flagship event of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS)

New York City, December 22 - The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has announced that it will host the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships in New York City this year, marking a significant milestone for chess enthusiasts worldwide. The event, which takes place from December 26 to 31, promises to

Birmingham: The World Championship of Legends (WCL) T20 League Season 2 schedule has been announced, and fans can look forward to an exciting four-week tournament starting from July 18, 2025. The tournament will feature legendary cricketers from six nations - India, Pakistan, England, Australia, South Africa, and West Indies. The

Washington: In an address to a Republican conference in Phoenix, Arizona on Sunday, US President-elect Donald Trump addressed the prospect of Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk becoming the US President. Citing US Constitution requirements that a president be a natural-born US citizen, Trump stated confidently, "He's not gonna be