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Canada: Air Transat workers vote in favour of strike starting Jan 3 if new labour deal is not reached

Toronto/IBNS: Following an overwhelming majority vote, Air Transat flight attendants said they are in a position to strike as soon as Jan 3  if a new labour deal can't be reached.

Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza extended by two days, mediator Qatar announces

A humanitarian pause in the war between Israel and Hamas will extend by two days, mediator Qatar said Monday as an initial four-day truce in Gaza is set to expire.

Pakistan: Gilgit Baltistan witnesses protest over wheat subsidy

Protesters participated in a rally in Pakistan's Gilgit Baltistan region on Friday against the recent hike in wheat prices and other issues, media reports said.

Hinglaj Mata Mandir: Revered Hindu temple destroyed in Pakistan

In yet another display of atrocities performed on the Hindu community in Pakistan, the administration demolished a revered Hindu temple in Sindh province.

'Drunk' Thai para-athlete kills four during wedding, including his bride

A Thai para-athlete, who had previously served as a soldier, shot dead his bride and three others before killing himself on his wedding day, media reports said.

Gaza: Vital aid reaches shattered north amid ongoing Israel-Hamas truce

Desperate Gazans in the north of the enclave had their first sip of clean water in weeks on Monday as a continuing pause in fighting enabled broadening aid access to the Strip, UN humanitarians said.

New Zealand govt decides to scrap anti-smoking law, health experts criticise

The new government of New Zealand is planning to scrap the nation's smoking ban to fund tax cuts, media reports said.

Pesticides are still found in U.S. baby food but less toxic: Reports

Baby food in the United States may still contain potentially harmful pesticides but is less toxic than it was about 30 years ago, according to a new study by a nonprofit U.S. environmental group.

Israel-Hamas discuss possibility of increasing temporary ceasefire as four-day truce nears end

With the truce between Hamas and Israel entering its fourth and final day on Monday (November 27, 2023), both sides are discussing a possibility of extending the temporary ceasefire.

South Korea: Youth population expected to halve in 30 years

The number of young South Koreans was expected to halve in 30 years amid the rapidly aging population and the record-low birth-rate, the country's statistical agency said Monday.

US shooting: Three Palestinian students shot, suspect arrested

At least one person has been arrested over the shooting of three Palestinian college students in Burlington city of the US, media reports said on Monday.

Canada: 3 dead, 2 critically injured in Winnipeg shooting

At least three people were killed and two others injured after a shooting incident occurred in Canada's Winnipeg city on Sunday.

Nigeria's banditry legacy: Over 100 abducted in motorcycle raids on Zamfara Villages

Zamfara/Nigeria/IBNS: Over 100 people were abducted by bandits who raided the four villages of Nigeria's north-westren state, Zamfara.

Benjamin Netanyahu visits Gaza, says operation will continue until complete victory over Hamas

Tel Aviv,/IBNS/UNI: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Gaza Strip on Sunday and said that the operation will continue until the Palestinian movement Hamas is completely defeated.

National outcry over femicide in Italy amid student's murder

Rome/IBNS: The murder of 22-year-old student Giulia Cecchettin in Italy has sparked outrage across the country with thousands of people taking part in protests over femicide.

18 people arrested in pro-Palestine demonstration in London

London: Police arrested at least 18 people on Saturday during a pro-Palestinian march in central London for various offences, media reports said.

Pakistan: Official data shows gas prices surged by 1,109 percent in a year

The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) released data has shown gas charges have spiked by 1108.59 percent in the outgoing week of 2023 against the same week last year.

Pakistan: Inflation remains over 40 percent for second week in a row

Pakistan's annual short-term inflation remained above 40 percent for the second week in a row, media reports said.

Pakistan’s denial of visas to 788 sikh devotees showcases its deep-seated intolerance

The recent denial of visas to 788 Sikh devotees by Pakistan, preventing them from celebrating Guru Nanak Jayanti (Gurupurab) at historic gurdwaras in the country, stands as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted intolerance that continues to plague Pakistani society, particularly towards its minority communities.

Tension spikes as shots fired at Gippy Grewal’s Vancouver residence

In a shocking incident that unfolded early Saturday morning, unidentified assailants targeted the residence of renowned Punjabi actor and singer Gippy Grewal. The assailants fired what they described as “warning shots,” adding a new layer of tension to an already complex web of celebrity affiliations.

9-year-old Emily Hand, initially thought dead in Hamas attack, returns to Israel after 50 days of captivity in Gaza

Nine-year-old Emily Hand, who was initially thought to have been killed in the October 7 attack on Israel, returned to her family after being held hostage by the Hamas militants for 50 days in Gaza, Reuters reported.

Hamas-Israel ongoing ceasefire: UN confirms more aid entering Gaza

Sixty-one trucks hauled aid to northern Gaza on Saturday (November 25, 2023) – the largest number since 7 October, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.

Gaza War: 13 Israeli, 2 Thai citizens released by Hamas; 39 Palestinians freed by Israel amid ceasefire

Thirteen Israelis and four Thai citizens, who had been held captive by Hamas, arrived in Israel on Sunday as part of a crucial hostage deal brokered by Qatar and Egypt, Reuters reported.

Geneva: Anti-Pakistan posters exhibited in Geneva ahead of the anniversary of 2008 Mumbai attacks

A day-long anti-Pakistan poster exhibition was recently organised at the Broken Chair in front of the United Nations Geneva ahead of the 15th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

Rising smog levels: Smart lockdown implemented in 10 Punjab districts

Provincial administration in 10 districts of Punjab, including Lahore, has implemented a smart lockdown amid the deteriorating smog situation in the region.

Afghanistan Refugees: UNHCR concerned at adverse effects of Pakistan orders for undocumented foreigners to leave

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is raising concerns over Pakistan’s announcement for undocumented foreigners to leave, as the orders have adversely affected Afghan nationals including registered refugees and others with valid documents.

Pakistan: Fire engulfs multi-storey mall in Karachi, 10 die

At least 10 people died and 22 others were injured after a fire broke out at RJ Mall on Karachi’s Rashid Minhas Road in Pakistan on Saturday, media reports said.

Israel-Hamas temporary truce: 14 hostages likely to be released today

Israeli authorities said 14 Israeli hostages, who are held by Hamas members, are expected to be released in exchange for 42 Palestinian prisoners on Saturday (November 25, 2023).

More than 1,000 Amazon workers go on strike over pay dispute in UK

More than 1,000 workers, who are demanding a pay rise, have gone on strike outside a major warehouse of US online retailer Amazon in the United Kingdom.

Derek Chauvin, convict in George Floyd murder case, stabbed in prison

Derek Chauvin, a former police officer who was convicted for murdering George Floyd, was injured in a stabbing incident at a federal prison in the US state of Arizona on Friday.