In a significant escalation of tensions, Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at Dnipro city in eastern Ukraine on November 21, the latest development in a conflict that has ravaged the region for nearly three years. The strike marked another harsh reminder of the ongoing war between Russia and

Singapore, November 23 - The wait is almost over for chess enthusiasts around the world as the highly-awaited 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship match between reigning champion China's Ding Liren and challenger India's 18-year-old sensation D Gukesh is set to begin on November 25 at Equarius Hotel in Resorts World

New Delhi: The stage has been set for a heated debate in the cricket world after India's KL Rahul was given out while batting against Australia in their ongoing five-match Test series. Rahul, who stepped in as an opener due to Rohit Sharma's absence from the tour, had a tumultuous

Global Response The UK, US, and EU are among the leading donors to Ukraine, with combined military assistance totals estimated to be over $12 billion.NATO has increased its military assistance and training for Ukraine, with a focus on providing non-lethal and lethal aid through the European Peace Facility (EPF)

Kyiv, Ukraine - In a scathing attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called the latest Russian strike on its territory "a clear and severe escalation" in the ongoing war, urging the international community to take strong action against Russia's aggression. The Russian strike, which involved

In a surprising turn of events, renowned director Steve McQueen, fresh from his Best Picture Oscar win over a decade ago for "12 Years a Slave", has released just one theatrical film since then. However, his filmography for streaming platforms is a different story altogether. From Prime Video to Apple's

In the highly anticipated 14-game World Championship match starting on Monday in Singapore, Indian challenger D Gukesh is facing stiff competition against reigning champion Ding Liren. The 22-year-old Indian chess prodigy has gained significant momentum, reaching a Elo rating of 2783, while Ding Liren, considered one of the best players

Washington D.C., Thursday - US President Joe Biden lashed out at the International Criminal Court (ICC) over its decision to issue arrest warrants against top Israeli leaders, accusing it of having "no credibility". In a statement released on Thursday, Biden described the ICC's move as "outrageous" and reiterated the

GENEVA, THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER - The United Nations is set to celebrate World Television Day today, a day dedicated to acknowledging the profound impact of visual media on global communications. As a significant part of human history, television has revolutionised the way people connect with each other and access information

In a message released on Tuesday, November 12, Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of the Vatican's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, has sent out an urgent warning against the aggressive economic model that has harmed the environment in the fishing sector. World Fisheries Day, celebrated every year on November 21,

The world of football is bracing itself for a potentially explosive conflict as some of its biggest stars are threatening to go on strike over workload and employee rights. The controversy has reached boiling point, with several high-profile players, including Manchester City midfielder Rodri, joining forces in an effort to

In a significant development, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants against Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, along with Hamas's military head Mohammed Deif, on charges of war crimes committed during conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. The ICC, based at The Hague, has

Colombo, November 21 - Sri Lanka is set to host South Africa in a two-match Test series starting on Monday, as the Proteas aim to close the gap with the top-ranked teams in the ICC World Test Championship. The Asian side, ranked third in the WTC standings, will look to

In a significant milestone, global publishing giant Time and market research firm Statista have unveiled their inaugural list of the World's Best Brands for 2024. The rankings are based on extensive consumer surveys carried out in countries across the globe, starting with the United States, India, and Brazil. The survey

Kielce Gussie Reports for Alayaran.com VATICAN CITY - The Vatican's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development released a message on November 12 to commemorate World Fisheries Day, coinciding with the annual celebration of sustainable stocks of fisheries and human rights for small-scale fishing communities. Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of

The Hague, Netherlands - The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Defence Minister Yoav Gallant today, charging them with war crimes committed during conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. According to the ICC, the warrants are based on allegations that Netanyahu and

Colombo, November 21 - Sri Lanka is set to begin their two-Test series against South Africa at home on November 27, with the Asian side riding high after a convincing 2-0 win over New Zealand earlier this year. The Proteas, ranked fifth in the ICC WTC Standings, now look to

Vatican City, November 21 - Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of the Vatican's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, has issued a warning against the environmental harm caused by aggressive economic practices in the fishing sector, ahead of World Fisheries Day on November 21. With over 58 million people employed in

Nagpur, India: Star city shuttler Malvika Bansod continued her impressive run at the BWF World Tour international badminton tournaments by stunning world no. 21 Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt of Denmark in the opening round of the China Masters Super 750 tournament. The 35th-ranked Malvika pulled off a dramatic comeback to win

Karachi, November 21 (ALARIYAN News): Today marks World Television Day 2024, a day to commemorate the profound impact of television on shaping modern society, culture, and communication. The global celebration serves as a gentle reminder of the transformative role that television has played in connecting people across the world. Television

Colombo, November 26 - Sri Lanka will begin their two-test series against South Africa on November 27, as they look to build momentum ahead of the ICC World Test Championship. The Asian side, currently placed third in the WTC standings, have gained momentum with a 2-0 series win over New

Panaji, Goan Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed delegates at the inaugural function of the 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) through a video message on Wednesday. He welcomed participants to the eight-day film extravaganza. During his address, Vice-Premier Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed hopes that

New York, USA - A painting by Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte has set a new auction record, selling for $121 million at Christie’s auction house in New York on Tuesday, surpassing previous records for both Magritte and surrealist art. The piece, titled "L'empire des lumières" (The Empire of

The World Bank has published its first post-COVID-19 pandemic assessment on global progress towards eradicating poverty and improving shared prosperity, revealing that despite some progress, the world is still far from achieving these goals. The report, titled "Poverty, Prosperity, and Planet Report 2024: Pathways out of the Polycrisis," highlights the

The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa, began its five-day extravaganza with a spectacular opening ceremony that reflected the diverse cultural landscape of Indian cinema. The event, which will run till November 28, aims to bring people together through storytelling. At the inauguration, filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, Festival Director