North Korea fires new intercontinental ballistic missile | XiCOMeida 15 July 2023
India successfully launches Chandrayaan-3 mission to the moon. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the Chandrayaan-3 mission on July 15, 2023, at 2:43 pm IST from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The mission aims to land a rover on the moon's south pole.
Flooding in Delhi causes widespread damage. Heavy rains and flooding have caused widespread damage in Delhi, India. The Yamuna River has overflowed its banks, inundating low-lying areas. The Indian Army has been deployed to help with rescue and relief efforts.
North Korea fires new intercontinental ballistic missile. North Korea has fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Sea of Japan. The missile is the longest ever launched by North Korea, and it raises concerns about the country's nuclear capabilities.
Sri Lanka's economy in crisis. Sri Lanka is facing a severe economic crisis, with shortages of food, fuel, and medicine. The government has declared a state of emergency, and protests have broken out in several cities.
China's economy slows down. China's economy grew at its slowest pace in over two years in the second quarter of 2023. The slowdown is due to a number of factors, including the ongoing trade war with the United States and the government's efforts to control debt growth.
US Supreme Court rules against affirmative action in college admissions. The US Supreme Court ruled on June 23, 2023, that colleges and universities cannot use race as a factor in admissions decisions. The ruling is a major victory for opponents of affirmative action, who argue that it discriminates against Asian-Americans.
UK heatwave breaks records. The UK is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures reaching record highs. The Met Office has issued a red weather warning for parts of England, which is the highest level of warning.
Wildfires in Europe rage out of control. Wildfires are raging out of control in several parts of Europe, including Greece, Spain, and Portugal. The fires have caused widespread damage, and have forced thousands of people to evacuate their homes.
Monkeypox cases detected in several countries. Monkeypox cases have been detected in several countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that the outbreak is "atypical," and is investigating the source of the virus.
Russia-Ukraine war enters its 150th day. The Russia-Ukraine war has entered its 150th day. The fighting continues in eastern Ukraine, and there is no sign of a ceasefire. The war has caused a humanitarian crisis, and has displaced millions of people.