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A magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit the Alaska–Canada border, with tremors felt in Yakutat and Juneau. USGS and NWS confirm there is no tsunami danger. Latest updates here. - Alaska earthquake today, Canada border quake, USGS earthquake update, Yakutat tremors, Juneau news, no tsunami threat, Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, Nirmal News world updates

Oman and Saudi Arabia agree to recognise each other’s certificates of origin, easing trade procedures and enhancing industrial integration under ongoing joint initiatives. | Oman Saudi trade, certificates of origin, Gulf economic cooperation, Saudi Vision 2030, Oman Vision 2040, GCC industrial integration, Nirmal News business, Middle East trade updates, world news

Hong Kong orders an independent judge-led inquiry into the Wang Fuk Court fire that claimed 156 lives. The investigation covers safety issues, renovations, community impact and ongoing support for residents. | Hong Kong news, Wang Fuk Court fire, Hong Kong inquiry, building safety review, global news update, Nirmal News world, Hong Kong renovation investigation, independent committee Hong Kong

Global HIV prevention efforts in 2025 show progress despite major funding setbacks. WHO, UNAIDS and community networks push forward with new tools and stronger support systems. | HIV 2025 update, World AIDS Day news, HIV prevention progress, UNAIDS report 2025, WHO HIV tools, lenacapavir prevention, global health funding cuts, HIV community support, Nirmal News health report

The UN Peacebuilding Fund has crossed the $1 billion mark, but faces a $500 million funding gap for its 2020–2026 target. Twin resolutions adopted by the UN Security Council and General Assembly reinforce global peacebuilding efforts. | UN Peacebuilding Fund, UN funding gap, global peacebuilding, United Nations resolutions, Elizabeth Spehar, Macharia Kamau, conflict prevention, Peacebuilding Commission, peacebuilding support, UN Security Council news, General Assembly resolutions

Usha Vance’s appearance without her wedding ring during a visit to Camp Lejeune set off a wave of political speculation online. Here’s how a simple photograph turned into a national conversation about marriage, identity, and America’s obsession with political symbolism.

Newly released emails show Noam Chomsky kept ongoing contact with Jeffrey Epstein after the financier’s conviction, calling the interactions a “valuable experience.” Documents also show discussions about travel, music, finances, and letters of support.

Abu Dhabi will enforce new truck restrictions starting December 1. Know the updated peak-hour bans, affected roads, temporary holiday closures, exemptions, compliance rules, and ITC’s Asateel permit requirements.

Authorities are investigating the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard a Carnival cruise. Here’s what is known so far and what a “bar hold choke” means in basic terms.