Latest News, Updates & Breaking Headlines
It may seem surprising to ask which country is closest to space, since no part of Earth’s surface crosses the boundary into the atmosphere beyond. Yet from a scientific standpoint, one location can be identified as physically nearer to outer space than any other. This has nothing to do with national borders or sea-level elevation…
At least 31 inmates were killed in an armed clash at Machala Prison in Ecuador’s El Oro province, authorities confirmed on Sunday. Officials said 27 prisoners died by apparent asphyxiation “among themselves,” describing the deaths as immediate and caused by suspension.According to the initial reports, at least 33 inmates and one police officer were injured…
President Daniel Noboa (left), protesters throwing stone (X@Presidencia_Ec) Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa emerged unharmed after his motorcade was assaulted by a crowd of about 500 people throwing rocks as he approached an event in Cañar province, reported AFP citing officials. Environment and energy minister Ines Manzano said a formal report has been filed alleging an…
