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A Ukrainian soldier, literally tired of fighting in the war, sits in a gorge-like pathway of a hill, probably at a region bordering Russia as his fellow soldier, equally fatigued, keeps vigil. Body language of the two soldiers reveals that war is easier talking about than living.

A thousand days of Russia Ukraine War

It’s been more than two years of Ukraine-Russia war now. The war has engaged Russia on the one side, supported by South Korea and China from outside, and Ukraine on the other supported by the US and the West. Ukraine has been on the receiving end. Anguish, death and destruction are more for Ukraine than for Russia. Toddlers have internalized missiles and bombings as part of life. Infrastructure including power stations have been struck. Life has been thrown out of gear completely.

UN Climate Change Summit 2024, Baku 

Failure of climate change talks like COP 29 raises concern and runs the risk of loss of hope for a better future for the coming generation.

Natural calamities like cloud burst, very heavy downpour, extreme heat, smog and pollution have become all too common—but all man-made in reality

Scenes Of pollution in India & Pakistan

World’s most populated capital, Indian capital New Delhi is witnessing one of most nasty air-pollution in recent years. Toxic smogs have obscured Taj Mahal and the Golden Temple, shrouded buildings, roads and streets. Flight services have been disrupted, doctors have reported sharp increase in allergy, coughs and asthma in children and the elderly. India Government has announced stricter pollution control measures for the capital city. At some places visibility ranged from zero to 50 metres, while at many places it has been 50 metres to 200 metres.

Heavy rains and storms in Valencia of Spain

Heavy rains and storms in Valencia of Spain have caused death and destruction all over with residents having lost their precious possessions that include priceless family mementoes and medals apart from things like cars and other precious possessions. Houses and streets have been filled up with mud and debris. Rivers overflowed due to heavy rains, causing flash floods. More than 200 people have been so far killed, according to reports and thousands of homes have been destroyed. As citizens tried to cope with loss, they were bracing up for more such storms.

In pictures: Trump's election night rallies

Donald Trump has defeated Kamala Harris in the presidential election, marking an extraordinary return to the White House four years after his previous term ended. His victory signals the start of a new era in American leadership that may challenge democratic institutions domestically and impact relationships on the global stage.