The current El Nino weather pattern is expected to become one of the strongest ever recorded, according to leading climate experts monitoring global atmospheric conditions. Forecast models consistently indicate an extreme event that could trigger widespread droughts, floods, and other severe weather across many regions. Scientists warn the developing system may significantly affect agriculture, water […]
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China conducts missile test in Pacific Ocean
China announced on Monday that it had successfully carried out a missile test in the Pacific Ocean, describing the launch as part of its routine annual military training programme and saying relevant countries had been notified in advance. Read More: Do you believe in UFOs? China hints at test of new missile According to a statement issued by the Chinese […]
US military strikes kill eight on suspected narco-trafficking vessels
WASHINGTON: Strikes on three suspected narco-trafficking vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed eight people on Monday, the US military said, continuing a campaign that has claimed more than 90 lives since September. The vessels were reportedly traveling along known drug-trafficking routes. Read More: US military strike destroys suspected drug vessel in Eastern Pacific US […]
Colombia-led multinational operation seizes 94.2 tonnes of cocaine in 105-day period
A multinational anti-narcotics operation led by Colombia has seized up to 94.2 tonnes of cocaine in the past 105 days worth some $3.2 billion, President Ivan Duque said on Monday Joint operations involving 18 countries from Latin America and Europe as well the United States and Canada took part in the seizure of the cocaine […]