Europe Albania Diaspora is remembering 35 years since the cargo ship Vlora docked in Bari, Italy, with 20.000 refugees fleeing the collapse of the communist regime; the disembarking of 8 August 1991 is the largest single-vessel mass migration landing in European history
America Uruguay Uruguay has set a goal to electrify 50% of its public transport fleet by 2030 as part of its broader push for decarbonization and a second energy transition
Asia Israel Many diplomats boycotted Netanyahu's speech UN General Assembly, in which he promised that Israel would “hunt down” its enemies and “finish the job” in Gaza, rejecting international criticism
Asia Nepal The Baitadeli dialect, rooted in the Khas tradition, is a marker of identity of the far west; mostly oral, eventually written in Devanagari, it declines as Nepali dominates; Locals see it as vital heritage, its preservation a cultural distinctiveness
America Costa Rica Recent reports have positioned Costa Rica's banana industry as a global model of innovation and sustainability, exporting to over 45 countries with strict environmental standards, labor protections, and a unique geographic indication
Asia Palestine The Palestinian Authority would be willing to take responsibility for Gaza after the war and Hamas would have no role in a future government in the enclave, said President Abbas addressing the UN from remote, as no US visa was granted to his delegation
Oceania Tonga The slow recovery of the marine ecosystem around the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai volcano surprised an international team of scientists who have been researching the area to check water column and sea floor reaction after the eruption
Europe Switzerland Basel residents who permanently unregister their vehicle will receive the equivalent of CHF1.500 (about $1.890) in credit for public transport, car-sharing or bike purchase; program will run for two years and will fund 400 environmental bonuses
America Canada Privacy commissioners found that TikTok collected sensitive personal data from hundreds of thousands of Canadians under the age of 13
Africa Namibia Helicopters and hundreds of soldiers have been sent to curb a fire ravaging a third of Etosha National Park, a key nature reserve and top tourist attraction home to endangered black rhinos; fire broke out at a charcoal production plant outside the park
Asia Qatar Nine new evening centers for adult education will be inaugurated starting this academic year 2025-2026, as part of Qatar's strategy to promote lifelong learning opportunities and provide flexible educational options for all segments of society
America Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Human papillomavirus HPV screening program has been officially launched: joining the global movement to eliminate cervical cancer marks a milestone for women’s health in the country
Africa Eritrea A seminar on integrated organic agricultural practices brought together experts and academics to share findings and discuss innovative solutions as part of Ministry efforts to ensure “Safe and Nutritious Food for Everyone, Everywhere!”
Europe Moldova Pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity claimed a clear lead and a new majority in parliamentary elections on 28 September, a pivotal moment for the country's future on its path to EU membership