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Donald Trump’s Day-One Executive Orders: Implications for Birthright ...

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump commenced his second term by signing a series of executive orders targeting key policy areas, including immigration, environmental commitments, and federal criminal procedures. These actions have significant implications both domestically and... read more »

Elon Musk’s Gesture at Trump Rally...

Elon Musk’s Gesture at Trump Rally Sparks Controversy

During a rally celebrating President Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, at Washington D.C.’s Capital One Arena, tech billionaire Elon Musk made a gesture that has ignited widespread debate. While expressing gratitude to the audience, Musk placed his right hand over his... read more »

Israel and Hamas Reach Gaza Ceasefire Ag...

Israel and Hamas Reach Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

In a significant development, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire aimed at ending the 15-month-long conflict in Gaza. The agreement, brokered by Egyptian and Qatari mediators with support from the United States, is set to commence on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Truce Terms and Conditions The... read more »

Biden Grants Largest Single-Day Clemency...

Biden Grants Largest Single-Day Clemency in U.S. History

President Joe Biden marked a historic day in clemency actions on December 11, 2024, by commuting the sentences of nearly 1,500 individuals and granting pardons to 39 people. This large-scale act of mercy predominantly benefited those convicted of nonviolent offenses, reflecting the... read more »

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Macklemore’s Dubai Boycott Sparks Debate Over UAE’s R...

Dubai, UAE – September 2024: U.S. rapper Macklemore recently canceled a highly anticipated concert in Dubai, citing moral concerns over the UAE’s alleged involvement in Sudan’s ongoing... read more »

Judge in Pistorius Trial Faces Criticism

Several legal groups in South Africa have expressed concern about threats and harsh criticism of the judge who found Oscar Pistorius guilty of... read more »

powerful earthquake hits off eastern Indonesia

JAKARTA, INDONESIA — A strong earthquake hit off the coast of eastern Indonesia’s Sulawesi island on Wednesday, causing panic among residents, but... read more »

Obama ready to authorize air strikes on ISIS in Syria

Obama defends Iranian nuclear deal against 'tough talk and bluster'

President Obama reportedly is prepared to expand airstrikes against the Islamic State into Syria and broaden the campaign against the group in Iraq, according... read more »

Africa: Briefing Security Council, Senior Officials Urg...

The Security Council today expressed its commitment to consider and use the tools of the United Nations system to ensure that warning signals about potential... read more »

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Bashar Al-Assad’s Fall After 14 Years of Civil War Marks th...

Damascus : The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad after 14 years of a devastating civil war marks a turning point in the nation’s tumultuous history and the end of the Assad family’s... read more »

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Galla...

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav... read more »

Israel Attacks Iran, Explosions Echo Near Tehran

In a major escalation, Israel launched targeted strikes on “military targets” in Iran, characterizing them as retaliation for Iran’s prolonged support... read more »

U.S. Calls on Israel to Address “Catastrophic Condition...

United Nations, October 9, 2024 – The United States, a close ally of Israel, has urged the Israeli government to urgently address the deteriorating... read more »

Biden Slams Netanyahu’s Gaza War Strategy: Tensions Ris...

Netanyahu Under Fire: 'Helpless' Biden Abuses Israeli PM Over Gaza War Strategy

In a significant diplomatic rift, U.S. President Joe Biden has reportedly unleashed a barrage of criticism against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu... read more »

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Bangaldesh

Protests Erupt in Bangladesh as Students Demand Resignation of Su...

Dhaka, Bangladesh – August 10, 2024: In an unprecedented move, hundreds of student protesters gheraoed the Supreme Court in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Saturday, demanding the resignation of all... read more »

Bangladesh Enters New Era as Muhammad Yunus Takes ...

In a historic move, Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus has been entrusted with leading Bangladesh’s interim government, marking a... read more »

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China

China Satellite Launch Marks Beginning of Thousand Sails Constell...

China has launched the first batch of satellites for its “Thousand Sails Constellation,” a megaconstellation designed to rival SpaceX’s Starlink ¹. The constellation, also known... read more »

China may have quietly moved tonnes of war gear in...

may have quietly moved tonnes of military gear while it was conducting military exercises in the remote mountainous Tibet region, the PLA Daily, the... read more »

10 gunned down near China ‘Belt and Road’ p...

HIGHLIGHTS The attack on the Pakistani labourers took place some 20 kilometres from the emerging port city of Gwadar Gwadar’s deep-water port is the... read more »

China gives former general suspended death sentence for...

Chinese hackers snooped on five EU ministries, says US security firm

BEIJING – A top Chinese military officer has been given a suspended death sentence for corruption, state media said Monday, in a case where he was exposed as... read more »

China’s migrant population to reach 310 mn by 203...

China’s migrant population, the workforce behind its massive development in the last few decades, will touch 310 million by 2030, almost the same as the... read more »

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Far East

Thai army chief says coup could happen

Bangkok – Thai army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha Friday said a military coup could happen, depending on the situation, media reported. “The door to a coup is neither shut nor open, but a... read more »

Thai govt rejects call to delay elections after cl...

Johannesburg – The Thailand Government has rejected calls by the election commission to postpone February elections. The decision by the... read more »

South Korea develops air defence vehicle

Seoul – South Korea’s arms procurement agency said Friday that it completed development of a multi-purpose air defence vehicle with guided missiles... read more »

Thailand election body urges delay in polls amid clash

Thailand’s election commission on Thursday urged the government to delay the upcoming polls as clashes between security forces and anti-government... read more »

Kim Jong-Un warns war can break out without any prior n...

Melbourne – North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has urged the country’s military to bolster its combat readiness, saying a war could break out... read more »

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Middle East

Escalating Conflict: Israel, Lebanon, and Gaza Exchange Missiles ...

On October 7, 2024, marking one year since the deadly Hamas attacks, Israel and its neighboring regions of Gaza and Lebanon saw a surge in military action. Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched... read more »

Breaking News: Iran Fires 180 Ballistic Missiles a...

In a significant escalation on October 1, 2024, Iran launched around 180 ballistic missiles at Israel in retaliation for recent Israeli military... read more »

Lebanon Crisis Escalates as Turkey and Iran Condemn Isr...

The ongoing conflict in Lebanon has reached critical levels as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah surge, sparking international concern and widespread... read more »

Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah Killed in Israeli Air...

Beirut, Lebanon – September 28, 2024: Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, was confirmed dead following an Israeli airstrike targeting the... read more »

Israel Shuts Down Al-Jazeera Office in West Bank, Raisi...

Ramallah, West Bank — Israeli forces have closed Al-Jazeera’s office in the West Bank, citing security concerns. The raid follows a previous ban on... read more »

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South Asia

23 people killed in Afghanistan crash

KABUL: An Afghan spokesman says 23 people were killed when a passenger van and a fuel tanker collided in western Afghanistan. Raouf Ahmadi, a spokesman for the provincial police chief in western... read more »

Gunmen kill 15 civilians travelling in central Afg...

Suspected Taliban gunmen stopped two vehicles in central Afghanistan and shot dead 15 passengers at the side of the road, officials said on Friday,... read more »

More cameras on Bahrain’s main roads

MANAMA: Roadway surveillance is to be stepped up in a bid to ensure safety and reduce accidents. More cameras will be installed on main roads across Bahrain to... read more »

“no way” he’ll recognize Israel as a Jewish state ̵...

West Bank – The Palestinian President says there’s “no way” he’ll recognize Israel as a Jewish state and accept just a portion of... read more »

Nepal poll panel prepares final election results

Kathmandu – After one-and-a-half-months, Nepal’s Election Commission has prepared the final results of the Nov 19 Constituent Assembly election,... read more »

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India and Australia condemn woman killing in Sydney

India’s foreign ministry has said it has taken up the murder of an Indian woman in a Sydney park with the premier of New South Wales. Prabha Arun Kumar, 41, died in a stabbing attack while... read more »

G20 global infrastructure hub set for Australia

A global infrastructure hub proposed by G20 nations to help strengthen economic growth will be based in Sydney and funded by Australia, a report said... read more »

Arrest in Islamic school knife incident

A 21-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested and charged after allegedly walking into an Islamic school armed with a knife in Sydney’s southwest. THE man... read more »

Australian Muslims Wary of Antiterror Initiatives

Australia—After Australian police last week said that they foiled an imminent Islamic State-linked plot to behead members of the public in central Sydney,... read more »

Australian Muslims Wary of Antiterror Initiatives

Australia—After Australian police last week said that they foiled an imminent Islamic State-linked plot to behead members of the public in central Sydney,... read more »

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Europe

Russia Fires Nuclear-Capable ICBM at Ukraine: A Dangerous Escalat...

On November 21, 2024, Russia launched intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) at Ukraine for the first time during the ongoing conflict. Ukrainian officials confirmed the attack targeted the... read more »

Geopolitical Intrigue and Legal Battles: The High-...

The recent indictment of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France has stirred global interest, intertwining legal, political, and international business... read more »

Breaking News: Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Arrested in Fra...

Pavel Durov, CEO and founder of Telegram, was arrested on August 24, 2024, at Le Bourget Airport in Paris by French customs officers. Durov was detained under... read more »

Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attack on Moscow and Surro...

In one of the most significant escalations of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Ukrainian forces launched a massive drone attack targeting... read more »

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Striking Third Bridge in Kurs...

On August 19, 2024, Russian authorities reported that Ukrainian forces had struck a third bridge in the Kursk region, intensifying the ongoing conflict... read more »

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North America

Breaking News: Donald Trump Secures 2024 U.S. Presidency with 277...

In a decisive outcome, Donald Trump has won the 2024 U.S. presidential election, crossing the critical threshold of 277 electoral votes to secure victory. This win marks a significant comeback for... read more »

India-Canada Row: Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Ove...

The diplomatic row between India and Canada has intensified after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of involvement in the killing... read more »

Elon Musk Warns U.S. Approaching Bankruptcy as National...

In a recent statement, Elon Musk has raised concerns over the U.S. economy, warning that the country is on a fast track to bankruptcy. With the national debt... read more »

Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris: Highlights from the Firs...

The first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, featuring Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, captivated audiences and set the stage for a heated race.... read more »

Boeing Starliner Lands Safely Without Astronauts Amid O...

Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft made a successful landing on September 7, 2024, but without its intended crew—astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore.... read more »

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United States

Breaking News: Sunita Williams Faces Critical Oxygen Shortage in ...

In a startling development, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams may be facing a life-threatening situation aboard her spacecraft. Reports indicate that she has only 96 hours of oxygen remaining,... read more »

Kamala Harris Gains Strong Endorsements from Barac...

At the recent Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris received major endorsements as she gears up to lead the party in the 2024... read more »

Trump Hints at Cabinet Position for Elon Musk, Democrat...

Washington, D.C. – August 20, 2024— In a surprising development on the campaign trail, former President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of... read more »

Community Divided: Muslim Township Plan Sparks Controve...

The city of Minneapolis is at the center of a growing controversy surrounding a proposed Muslim township, “Madinah Lakes,” designed to serve as a... read more »

Trump-Musk Interview Derailed by DDoS Attack, European ...

In a highly anticipated event, the first-ever public interview between the former U.S. President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk was abruptly cut... read more »

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