Over 1,000 death-row inmates at Iran's Ghezel Hesar Prison enter their third week of hunger strike against executions, with some sewing their lips shut in protest of unfulfilled promises.
Portugal's largest unions launched their first general strike since 2013, paralyzing transport and healthcare services to protest government labor reforms that would weaken worker protections despite strong economic conditions.
Latam cancelled six flights between Brazil and Portugal on December 10-11 due to a general strike in Portugal called by major unions. Four flights connect São Paulo's Guarulhos airport to Lisbon, while two link Fortaleza to Lisbon.
Portugal prepares for a general strike on December 11 against labor reforms, with TAP Air Portugal canceling flights and courts mandating extensive healthcare minimum services despite worker representative objections.
Interior Health has ordered immediate closure of food and water facilities at Spruce Hill Resort near 100 Mile House after finding persistent safety violations spanning four years, including contaminated water and unsafe pool equipment.
TAP Air Portugal is canceling flights on December 11 during a scheduled general strike, offering passengers rebooking options and maintaining minimal services on key routes.
TAP is canceling flights on December 11 due to a scheduled general strike in Portugal, offering passengers rebooking options and three-day flexibility without additional costs.
Disneyland Paris revealed its largest expansion ever with a drone show unveiling March 29, 2026 opening for World of Frozen, featuring a 36-meter North Mountain, 34 Audio-Animatronic figures, and innovative nighttime entertainment.
Bose's QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) receive their first discount during Black Friday, dropping from $449 to $399. The upgraded model features improved audio quality, advanced noise cancellation, and extended battery life.
POCO F8 Pro received Thailand NBTC certification, indicating an upcoming global launch alongside the F8 Ultra. The device is expected to arrive within months as part of POCO's accelerated flagship release cycle.
A Plan International report reveals that one in five Ecuadorian women aged 20-24 were married before 18, with informal unions circumventing 2015 legal bans. Poverty and cultural acceptance perpetuate the practice despite legislative reforms.
Netflix's new series 'Boots' dramatizes the experiences of LGBTQ+ service members in the US military, based on memoirs revealing decades of secrecy, discrimination, and the impact of policies like 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' that forced soldiers to hide their identities.
On World Day for the Eradication of Poverty, experts warn that homelessness in the Azores is a systemic crisis, not a personal choice. Current social services can only accommodate 30 of 160 homeless individuals tracked by local organizations.
Globo's new primetime soap opera Três Graças premieres Monday with Sophie Charlotte and Dira Paes leading a story about three generations of women facing early motherhood and breaking cycles of poverty in São Paulo.
São Paulo registered nine methanol poisoning cases in 25 days linked to adulterated alcoholic beverages consumed in social settings, marking a shift from previous cases among homeless populations.
KOORUI unveiled its Falconry Series of 13 gaming monitors ranging from FHD to 4K with refresh rates up to 320Hz, targeting casual to professional gamers with factory-backed quality and competitive pricing.
Australian hip-hop group Hilltop Hoods announce their Never Coming Home nationwide arena tour across six cities in February-March 2026, celebrating their new album Fall from the Light.
TikTok is reportedly developing a new US-specific app to circumvent potential ban, with Oracle and US investors taking control while ByteDance retains minority stake. The transition deadline is set for March 2026.
Bill Gates declares philanthropy his 'final chapter,' pledging to deploy $200 billion through his foundation by 2045 to combat poverty, disease, and inequality globally, citing family values and mentors like Warren Buffett and Chuck Feeney.
Lionel Messi scored just two minutes after entering Saturday's match, leading Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over Philadelphia Union in his return from a two-week adductor strain.
Modders discovered hidden 60 fps code in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, sparking speculation about potential Switch 2 upgrades when Nintendo's next console launches later this year.
Firstpost's History Today column commemorates March 18 milestones: Soviet cosmonaut Alexei Leonov's first spacewalk in 1965, a devastating 1937 Texas school explosion killing 300, and a 1990 art heist.
British No. 1 Jack Draper defeated two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 6-1 0-6 6-4 in the Indian Wells semi-final, securing his first Masters 1000 final appearance and entry into the world's top 10.
RSVP Live curates weekly shopping deals including 40% off Sculpted by Aimee beauty boxes, Dyson discounts up to €100, and Boots' 50% off sale on major brands through March 11.
A 24-year-old Afghan migrant drove a car into a Munich trade union demonstration Thursday, injuring at least 28 people including children, hours before the city hosts a major international security conference.
