Author: Andrew Rogers

Spain is facing a new problem. On Tuesday, May 20, phone networks went down across the country. Millions of people could not make calls or use mobile data. The issue hit early in the morning, around 5 a.m. All the major mobile networks were affected. These include Movistar, Orange, Vodafone, DigiMobil, and Zero2. Reports from The Independent and Daily Mail confirmed the news. People in cities and villages lost their signal. The timing of this crash made things worse. Just four weeks ago, Spain and Portugal had a big power cut. That blackout lasted almost a full day. Traffic lights,…

The Indian Navy plays a vital role in safeguarding India’s maritime borders and securing its interests across the Indian Ocean Region. As the naval branch of the Indian Armed Forces, it has grown into a powerful blue-water navy capable of projecting strength far beyond the country’s coastline. Its history dates back to 1612, originating from the East India Company’s marine forces. Over centuries, it evolved, becoming the Royal Indian Navy in 1934 during British rule and finally transforming into the Indian Navy after India gained independence in 1947. The Indian Navy’s primary mission is to defend India’s maritime boundaries and…

Climate project efforts are changing lives in the dry villages of northern Djibouti. A project backed by the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Africa Climate Change Fund (ACCF), and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is helping women fight climate change. It gives them land, tools, and training. Since the project started, women in Kalaf and Dafenaytou have turned dry land into green gardens. Now, they grow food for their families and take charge of their lives. “Before, farming was just a dream,” says Assia Obakar Hassan, a mother in Kalaf. “Today, I feed my children from the land.” The…

The relationship between the United States and Israel is one of the most enduring and complex alliances in modern international politics. Established shortly after Israel declared independence in 1948, U.S. Israel relations have grown to encompass strong diplomatic, military, economic, and political ties. From the beginning, the United States was among the first nations to recognize Israel as a state. Over the decades, this bond has deepened through shared values and common strategic interests in the Middle East. Diplomatic ties remain strong, with the U.S. maintaining an embassy in Israel since 1949. A significant milestone in this partnership was the…

The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is a landmark water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan that has played a crucial role in managing one of the most sensitive resources in South Asia—the waters of the Indus River system. Signed in 1960 with the help of the World Bank, the treaty allocates control and use of the six major rivers flowing through both countries. Despite multiple conflicts and political tensions over the decades, the treaty has largely survived as a rare example of cooperation between the two neighbors. However, recent developments have put the treaty under serious strain, threatening water security and…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of the most influential and widely recognized leaders in modern Indian history. Born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Gujarat, Modi’s early life was marked by humble beginnings. He worked at a tea stall with his father before becoming a full-time campaigner for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a right-wing Hindu nationalist organization. This early association laid the foundation for his future political career with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Modi rose to national prominence in 2001 when he became the Chief Minister of Gujarat. He held the post for over a decade, winning…

Taiwan’s Dunmu Goodwill Fleet arrived in Tuvalu on Friday. This is the first time in 12 years that the fleet has visited this Pacific island nation. The fleet sailed over 7,000 kilometers to reach Tuvalu. The trip began in late March as part of a long training voyage. The mission aims to build stronger ties with Taiwan’s friends and give new navy sailors and officers important training. The fleet has three ships. These are the Cheng Ho, a Cheng Kung-class frigate; the Wu Chang, a Kang Ding-class frigate; and the Pan Shi, a Pan Shi-class fast combat support ship. The…

Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr arrived in Taiwan last night. This is his first visit to the country since he began his second term earlier this year. Whipps landed at Taoyuan International Airport around 6:30 pm. He and his group were welcomed by Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lin Chia-lung. The Palauan leader spoke to reporters and said he was happy and proud to return to Taiwan. This visit is his first official trip to Taiwan since he took office in January. Joining Whipps on the trip are important government members. These include Minister of State Gustav N. Aitaro, Public…

Recently, a tense event happened in the Baltic Sea. Estonia, a small country in NATO, tried to stop an oil tanker called the Jaguar. The Jaguar flies the flag of Gabon and was sailing in international waters. The ship had left an Indian port called Sikka and was going to the Russian port of Primorsk. Primorsk is near St. Petersburg. The Estonian Navy, with help from NATO aircraft, tried to stop the tanker. The operation used patrol boats, a helicopter, an aircraft, and two MiG-29 fighter jets from Poland. As the Jaguar sailed through the Gulf of Finland, Estonia wanted…

Recent reports claim that Chinese-made solar equipment used in the U.S. has hidden “kill switches.” These devices can shut down parts of the power grid without warning. Experts say this could lead to major blackouts. Some are now calling for a halt to new solar projects using Chinese tech. A “kill switch” does not explode things like in spy movies. But it can block power from reaching the grid. That could lead to a sudden loss of energy, just when demand is high. If solar panels stop sending power during a hot sunny day, the grid might not cope. In…