Thick mats of sargassum — a brown seaweed that floats in massive clumps — have been washing ashore in Guadeloupe over the past few days, disrupting life in several coastal communities.

Seaweed invasion hits parts of France

India has made a major breakthrough in agricultural science by releasing the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties. The move is designed to boost yield and improve climate resilience.

Sustainable rice for a changing climate

Hawaii lawmakers have approved groundbreaking legislation aimed at protecting the environment and boosting climate resilience, and it’s coming straight from the pockets of tourists.

Hawaii: Lodging tax for climate action

Jordanian authorities evacuated hundreds of tourists from the ancient city of Petra. After heavy rains caused flash floods. The evacuation and suspension of entry tickets to Petra came as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of tourists.

Jordan suspends Petra visits after flood warning

Baghdad was blanketed by a sandstorm, affecting residents of the Iraqi capital. Some experienced respiratory problems and were admitted to the hospital. It is the first heavy sandstorm to hit Baghdad this year.

Baghdad hit by first major sandstorm of the year

A powerful sandstorm hit the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Covering buildings and obstructing visibility, forcing many residents to stay indoors. The storm swept through the capital with thick clouds of dust, reducing visibility and disrupting daily life in one of the kingdom’s busiest cities, almost hiding its skylines.

Sandstorm sweeps Riyadh, visibility reduces to near zero

The National Commission for Women has strongly condemned online trolls for targeting Himanshi Narwal, wife of a naval officer killed in the Pahalgam attack. NCW has stepped in to support her, emphasising the need for empathy and respect online.

Pahalgam attack: Women's panel speaks out in support of Pahalgam victim's wife

While Pakistan continues to violate ceasefire along the Line of Control with India, and according to the Indian Army, it conducted firing across sectors in Jammu and Kashmir for the 11th day. The violations have drawn strong and effective responses from the Indian Army. Pakistan has resorted to ceasefire violations in various sectors since the night of April 24th, just hours after India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack. 26 people were killed in the attack that took place on April 22nd, most of them tourists. Meanwhile, the Indian Army and Special Operations Group busted a terrorist hideout in a court area of the Poonch district. Five IEDs were found at the spot and diffused by the bomb squad.

Jammu & Kashmir: Army, SOG recover IEDs from busted terror hideout in Poonch

Fears of a protracted India-Pakistan conflict are raising concerns among regional and global powers as India prepares its response to a terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 innocent civilians. Global powers are urging both sides to show restraint. Iran has even offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, but this remains a bilateral issue, as India has made clear several times in the past. Referring to the centuries-old ties between the two countries, Islamabad has welcomed Tehran's offer, but New Delhi has not commented. India has always maintained that its problems with Pakistan are bilateral.

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Pakistan ahead of trip to India

Iran has unveiled its new ballistic missile, capable of traveling 1,200 kilometers, amid escalating tensions with Israel and the US. Iranian officials warn of retaliation if attacked, while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vows to respond to Houthi and Iranian aggression.

Iran unveils new ballistic missile amid rising tensions with Israel and US

In Romania, far-right leader George Simeon is set to secure a decisive win in the first round of the country's presidential election.

Romania election: Simon to face pro-EU candidate in run-off

The Palestinian death toll from Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip has risen to over 52,500 since the Israel-Hamas conflict broke out in October 2023. This comes as Israel plans to intensify its operations in the strip. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli cabinet approves plans to intensify military ops in Gaza, says official

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