Author: Steven Sahiounie

Blood type that makes its carriers less prone to heart diseases A groundbreaking study conducted by Dutch researchers has highlighted the influence of blood type on the likelihood of an individual developing heart and vascular diseases. By analyzing data from approximately 1.5 million people, the researchers compared blood types with the incidence of cardiovascular conditions like clots, atherosclerosis, and heart failure. The study’s findings suggest that individuals with blood type O are less prone to heart and vascular diseases compared to those with other blood types. Notably, people with type O blood showed a 9% lower risk of heart attacks.…

US House Approves Sanctions Against International Criminal Court Over Israel The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that allows Washington to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) due to its actions against the United States and its allies. This legislation calls for the U.S. President to sanction ICC officials who issued arrest warrants against Israeli officials. The sanctions include denying visas, freezing assets in the United States, and prohibiting U.S. citizens and companies from dealing with individuals listed. The bill passed with 243 members of the House voting in favor and 140 against. The text of…

Israeli Proposal for an International Conference to Divide Syria into Cantons The Israeli newspaper “Israel Hayom” revealed that two days ago, a secretive, limited meeting was held by the Israeli security cabinet to discuss the future of Syria, culminating in a proposal for an international conference to divide Syria into cantons. According to the Israeli publication, the high-level, secretive meeting, chaired by Defense Minister Israel Katz, concluded with recommendations presented to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu is expected to hold a special meeting in the coming days to consider these issues, with a particular focus on Turkey’s involvement in Syria,…

Elon Musk Comments on Los Angeles Fires, Criticizes California’s Governance American entrepreneur Elon Musk endorsed a user’s opinion on the social media platform X, which labeled California’s government as the worst in the U.S. amid the deadly fires raging in Los Angeles. A user on X posted about the wave of fires hitting the state, stating, “California has the worst government among all U.S. states, and the ‘failed water and forest management policies’ adopted by Governor Gavin Newsom have contributed to these devastating fires.” Musk responded to this critique of state governance with a one-word affirmation: “True.” According to ABC…

Western Forces in Ukraine Could Force Russia to Peace, Says Zelensky Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has suggested that deploying Western forces in Ukraine could help “force Russia to peace.” During a meeting in Germany with the “Contact Group,” which includes Kyiv’s most prominent allies, Zelensky stated that “the deployment of partner contingents is one of the best tools” aimed at “forcing Russia to peace.” Discussions in several Western capitals have focused on the possibility of stationing foreign troops in Ukraine to enforce any peace agreement. However, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov commented on this Western proposal as part of any…

Man Utd winger Diallo signs new contract until 2030 Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has signed a new five-and-a-half-year contract, until June 2030. The 22-year-old’s previous deal had been due to expire at the end of the season, though the club had the option of triggering a 12-month extension clause. But United have opted to hand fresh terms to the Ivory Coast international, who has scored six goals in 27 appearances this season. “I am really proud to have signed this new contract. I have had some incredible moments with this club already but there is so much more to…

Massive Losses Due to Climate Change in 2024 The world incurred massive losses amounting to USD 320 billion last year due to climate change, which has exacerbated natural disasters globally. A study published by Munich Re on Thursday warned that “our planet’s weather machine is shifting into a higher gear.” According to the company’s report, insured losses totaled USD 140 billion (EUR 136 billion) over the past 12 months, making 2024 the third highest total since 1980. These findings align with similar statistics from Swiss Re, another leading reinsurance firm, which calculated total losses at around USD 310 billion, with…

Joseph Aoun: Who is Lebanon’s New President? The election of General Joseph Aoun as the President of Lebanon marks a pivotal moment in the country’s history. From a stern military commander to a statesman with a vision for reform, Aoun faces a significant responsibility that demands clear vision and political courage to steer the country towards a better future. In early 2021, then-Lebanese Army Commander and now-elected President, Joseph Aoun, stated, “Our nation will rise again.” He made these remarks to his troops, affirming, “You have fulfilled your duty in the best possible way during the difficult year that has…

Israeli Army Announces the Death of 3 Soldiers in Beit Hanoun, Northern Gaza Strip The Israeli army has announced the death of 3 soldiers and the serious injury of another in Beit Hanoun, in the northern Gaza Strip. The Israeli army stated in a release: “Sergeant First Class Matityahu Yaakov Pearl, aged 22, and Sergeant First Class Knao Kasa, also aged 22, both fighters in Battalion 46 of Brigade 401, were killed in a battle in the northern Gaza Strip.” It added that they were killed due to the explosion of an explosive device in a pit where a tank…

Syrian Women’s Political Movement Issues First Damascus Statement The Syrian Women’s Political Movement issued its first statement from Damascus after the overthrow of the previous regime on December 8th of last year. Roula Al-Rakbi, a founding member of the movement, stated that the movement’s goal is now to start working from within Syria, after years of operating in exile. The movement was established in Paris in 2017 with the hope of representing Syrian women and framing their efforts towards building a democratic Syria. Al-Rakbi explained that the movement’s first statement from Syria carries symbolic importance, aiming to reclaim the public…