Scientists at the Technical University of Munich have created the world’s first high-resolution 3D map of Earth’s 2.75 billion buildings, delivering a global dataset that is thirty times more detailed than any previous mapping project. The breakthrough, developed under the GlobalBuildingAtlas initiative funded by the ERC Starting Grant, uses 2019 satellite imagery to model every structure at a

Japan is home to a rare and striking beach where snow, sand, and sea converge, creating a truly breathtaking natural spectacle. Situated in the country’s northern regions, this beach offers visitors the unusual experience of seeing snowy landscapes merge seamlessly with golden sandy shores as gentle waves wash along the coastline.

Following a recent attack on U.S. National Guard members by an Afghan national, senior defense officials have indicated that the Trump administration is considering large-scale deportations of Afghans brought to the United States during the 2021 evacuation from Afghanistan.

U.S. President Donald Trump has officially renamed the United States Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., to the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. The announcement comes ahead of Trump hosting leaders from Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo for a U.S.-brokered peace agreement.

The Pakistani-American community warmly celebrated the historic victory of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, marking his achievement as the first Muslim and South Asian to lead the United States’ largest city. A special reception was hosted at the home of Dr. Ijaz Ahmad, chairman of the American Pakistani Public Affairs Committee, where community leaders, activists, and supporters

Denmark has introduced a landmark law banning social media use for children aged 15 and under, aiming to protect young users from rising mental health risks linked to online platforms. Lawmakers cite growing concerns over anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors that can result from early exposure to social media, arguing that stricter regulation is essential to ensure healthy childhood

Turkey has issued a stern warning to Russia and Ukraine, urging both sides to avoid targeting energy infrastructure amid recent Black Sea drone attacks, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said in Istanbul. He emphasized that any disruption to energy facilities would have severe consequences for global markets and daily life, noting that facilities in both countries had already been struck

Pakistan has reaffirmed its call for the Palestinian people to exercise their inalienable right to self-determination and establish an independent state. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly Debate on the Question of Palestine, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, emphasized the need to end the occupation of Palestinian territories.

Saudi Arabia is set to introduce electronic e-bracelets for all Hajj pilgrims as part of enhanced safety and crowd management measures, a move aimed at preventing incidents like the tragic 2015 stampede that claimed hundreds of lives. The e-bracelets will store essential personal, medical, and passport information, enabling authorities to quickly identify and assist pilgrims in case of

Detroit has taken a groundbreaking step in sustainable transportation by launching North America’s first public electric road, a pioneering stretch along 14th Street designed to charge electric vehicles (EVs) while they are in motion. This innovative initiative integrates advanced wireless charging technology directly into the roadway, using hidden copper coils embedded beneath the asphalt to