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What 72,000 Bodies at a Fence Revealed about Africa and Europe
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Aid workers faced record number of attacks in 2025, UN says
A record number of aid workers faced violent attacks last year, partly driven by the increased use of armed drones, the United Nations humanitarian office has said. According to an Aid Worker Security Database, a platform that compiles major incidents affecting humanitarian workers, 907 aid workers were killed, injured or kidnapped in 2025 alone. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called the level of violence "appalling" and urged states to respect the rules of war and hold perpetrators accountable. "Serving others has become more dangerous than ever," he said in a statement on Wednesday. UN aid chief Tom Fletcher said the proliferation of cheap and adaptable armed drones in conflicts has increased the risks.
Chinese company unveils new 'Superman' humanoid robot
Chinese company unveils new'Superman' humanoid robot Chinese company unveils new'Superman' humanoid robot Chinese start-up Unitree has unveiled its new humanoid robot called'Superman', which it says can jump up to 2 metres and run 100m faster than any human has. Can Trump limit birthright citizenship? Trump says talking to North Korea's Kim makes the south safer
300 years of mummies found in ancient Egyptian tomb
At least 20 people and one dog reside in the Theban Necropolis chamber. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy . The standard image of an ancient Egyptian mummy often features a very specific type of person and pose.
UK diplomats no longer get hardship bonus for being posted to Buenos Aires
British diplomats in six locations around the world, including Buenos Aires and Santiago in South America, will no longer get hardship payments for working in dangerous cities. Bonuses and respite breaks are granted to those working in cities considered risky, like Beirut in Lebanon, or with high crime, such as Pretoria in South Africa, or high air pollution in cities including New Delhi and Beijing. The UK government has removed Santiago, in Chile, Panama City in Panama, Pyongyang in North Korea, Bamako in Mali, and Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in addition to the two south American cities, according to the latest list published last week, external . The 144 locations still on the list include many trouble spots but also popular holiday destinations such as Bali and Rio De Janeiro, prompting criticism from the Conservatives. Tory chairman Kevin Hollin rake said civil servants receiving extra pay for working in such areas is unfair on the taxpayer. The Foreign Office has given civil servants extra payments for working in areas where there is a high level of danger, or high risks to health, for the past 30 years.
Drone attacks on energy infrastructure deepen Libya's energy crisis
Repeated drone strikes on oil and power infrastructure are deepening Libya's energy crisis. Al Jazeera's Malik Traina says attacks are threatening fuel supplies and worsening power cuts as rival groups compete for control of the strategically located city of Az Zawiya. Mount Etna eruption disrupts travel at Italy's Catania airport
Drone strikes power station near Libya's largest oil refinery
A drone has struck a power station in Libya's western city of Zawiya, near the country's largest operational oil refinery. The oil refinery has been the target of several attacks in recent days prompting the government to consider a shutdown. Trump says secret plane switch'up to the Secret Service' Stronghold of Syrian revolution celebrates Assad's death sentence