Taiwan parliament authorises signing of stalled $9 billion US arms deals
Taiwan’s parliament authorised the government on Friday to sign U.S. agreements for four arms sales packages worth some $9 billion, after officials warned that Taipei would go to the back…
Jordan’s King Expresses Solidarity with UAE After Soldiers’ Death
His Majesty King AbdullahII and United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed, in a call, the repercussions of the dangerous escalation in the region. His Majesty…
UN Chief Urges Immediate Ceasefire and Return to Dialogue
The unfolding crisis in the Middle East constitutes a grave threat to international peace and security and has caused immense suffering for civilians. De-escalation and dialogue are the only way…
The Breath of Worlds: Nitrogen’s Invisible Dominion and Explosive Secrets
Nitrogen (N, atomic number 7), the colorless, odorless, tasteless diatomic gas that makes up 78.08% of Earth’s atmosphere, is the element that both sustains and threatens life. Discovered in 1772…
Samrat Ashoka: The Emperor Who Turned from War to Dharma (c. 304–232 BC)
Samrat Ashoka (also spelled Asoka), third ruler of the Maurya Empire, was one of ancient India’s greatest emperors. After a bloody conquest of Kalinga, he embraced Buddhism, renounced violence, and…
Youth Day – Zambia Celebrates Its Young Generation on March 12
On March 12, 2026, Zambia observes Youth Day, a national public holiday dedicated to honoring the youth of the nation and recognizing their vital role in the country’s present and…
World Day Against Cyber Censorship – Defending Freedom Online on March 12
On March 12, 2026, the world observes World Day Against Cyber Censorship, an annual global awareness day dedicated to defending freedom of expression, access to information, and digital rights in…
National Day – Mauritius Celebrates Independence on March 12
On March 12, 2026, the Republic of Mauritius celebrates National Day (also known as Independence Day), the country’s most important national holiday, marking the 58th anniversary of its independence from…
Aztec New Year (Yancuic Xihuitl) – Celebrating the Mexica New Year on March 12
On March 12, 2026, many Nahua (Aztec/Mexica) communities in Mexico and across the Americas celebrate the Aztec New Year, known in the Nahuatl language as Yancuic Xihuitl (“New Year” or…
Arbor Day (植树节) – China Celebrates Tree Planting and Environmental Protection on March 12
On March 12, 2026, China observes Arbor Day (植树节 / Zhíshù Jié), a national day dedicated to tree planting, environmental protection, and raising awareness about the importance of forests and…