Top 10 News Stories
1. Tragic Fire Incident in Istanbul Nightclub
At least 29 people lost their lives and around 13 others were injured in a devastating fire that occurred at a nightclub in central Istanbul.
2. School Shooting in Vantaa, Finland
A heartbreaking incident in Vantaa, Finland, where one child died and two others were wounded in a school shooting.
3. Ukraine’s Drone Attack on Russian Oil Refinery
Ukraine claimed to have launched a drone attack on Russia’s third largest oil refinery, causing significant damage to the facility.
4. Israeli Prime Minister’s Admission on Gaza Strike
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged the Israeli forces’ involvement in a strike that resulted in the deaths of seven World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza.
5. Layoffs at Byju’s Edtech Firm
Byju’s, an Indian edtech firm, has initiated employee layoffs as part of its business restructuring efforts, affecting a number of employees.
6. Cocaine Bricks Found on Australian Beaches
Beachgoers in Sydney discovered five bricks of cocaine worth nearly AU$1 million washed up on the shores, adding to a series of drug-related incidents in the area.
7. Trump Media & Technology Group’s Stock Plunge
Former US President Donald Trump’s media venture, Trump Media & Technology Group, experienced a significant drop in value within a week of its public debut on the Nasdaq Composite Index.
8. Record Visitors at Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden
Over 150,000 visitors flocked to Asia’s largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar within the first 10 days of its opening, showcasing the beauty of 1.7 million tulips of 73 varieties.
9. Anthrax Scare at Islamabad High Court
Reports emerged of mysterious letters containing anthrax being sent to eight Islamabad High Court judges, raising concerns over the safety of the recipients.
10. Potential Return of Champions League T20
The Champions League T20, which has been absent for a decade, may make a comeback as talks between major cricket boards indicate a revival of the competition.