Tuesday, November 26
Saudi Arabia to adjust Vision 2030 plan focusing on economic growth quality, flexibility, and project adjustments. Mohammed Al Jadaan announced this at a WEF meeting in Riyadh with an emphasis on the expanded private sector role.
Ireland is considering revising its laws to enable the repatriation of asylum seekers to the United Kingdom, as reported by broadcaster RTE on Sunday, following a surge in arrivals across the border with Northern Ireland. Helen McEntee, the Minister of Justice in Dublin, disclosed to a parliamentary committee earlier this week.
President Boric declared national mourning after armed attackers killed three officers in Chile. The conflict with the Mapuche community intensified, leading to a state of emergency and military deployment for security.
A pocket watch owned by John Jacob Astor IV, the wealthiest Titanic passenger, was auctioned for £1.175 million, far exceeding the estimated £100,000-£150,000. Astor's watch, along with other belongings, was found after the ship sank in 1912. The sale reflects enduring fascination with Titanic memorabilia, with the previous record held by a violin sold for £1.1 million.
In 2023, UK allocated a third of its aid budget to hosting refugees in Britain, straining funds for developing nations. Bilateral aid to poorer countries decreased, especially in Asia, affecting global support initiatives and humanitarian aid efforts.
On Thursday, Prince William made his first public appearance since his wife, Kate Middleton, confirmed her cancer diagnosis. for Thursday night, the 41-year-old was photographed at a football match with his 10-year-old son George, cheering for his team, Aston Villa. Kate, through a video released last month, had revealed that she had cancer diagnosis and was undergoing 'preventative chemotherapy.'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has asked China's foreign minister and other counterparts to use their influence to dissuade Iran from striking Israel, the State Department said Thursday. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Thursday that the United States has "warned" Iran over its threats to Israel.
A black-walled banqueting hall decorated with scenes from Greek mythology, where ancient Romans feasted by candlelight, has been unearthed in Pompeii, the archaeological park said Thursday. The exceptionally well-preserved frescoes show the god Apollo attempting to seduce Trojan priestess Cassandra, and Helen of Troy meeting Paris, an encounter which would lead to war.
A Czech tourist died after falling into the sea while apparently taking photographs of huge waves during a storm on the Canary Island of Tenerife, authorities said Thursday. A Canary Island local government statement said the 53-year-old man died Wednesday afternoon in the town of Puerto de la Cruz. Rescue services retrieved the man from the sea but he died shortly afterwards.
