NEW YORK: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for global unity to make 2024 a year for 'building trust and hope' following the immense suffering, violence, and climate chaos that characterised 2023. 'Humanity is strongest when we stand together. 2024 must be a year for rebuilding trust and restoring hope,' expressed Guterres in his New Year's message. 'Let's resolve to make 2024 a year of building trust and hope in all that we can accomplish together,' he urged, concluding with warm wishes for a happy and peaceful New Year. Source: Emirates News Agency
5.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes North of Namuac, Philippines
May 14, 2026
Namuac: An earthquake measuring 5.3 magnitude struck 65 kilometers north of Namuac in the Philippines at 22:01 GMT on Wednesday,