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Israel Strikes Lebanon After First Rocket Attack Since Ceasefire Tensions in the Middle East have escalated once again as Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes on Lebanon following the first rocket attack since the ceasefire agreement. The recent exchange of fire has raised fears of renewed conflict in a region already on edge. According to Israeli military…
Passport Prices to Rise Again – 25% Increase in Just Two Years London, UK – March 20, 2025 – British travellers will soon have to pay even more for their passports as the UK government announces another price hike. This latest increase means that passport costs will have risen by an astonishing 25% in just…
Trump Says ‘Many Elements’ Settled Ahead of Upcoming Call with Putin Former U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at significant progress in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that “many elements” have already been agreed upon ahead of their upcoming call. The statement has sparked widespread speculation about the nature of their conversation and…
Washington, D.C. – South African Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, has been expelled and given 72 hours to leave the country, marking a significant diplomatic escalation. The decision, reportedly linked to mounting tensions between Pretoria and Washington, has raised concerns about the future of bilateral relations. Diplomatic Fallout While the U.S. State Department…
From Banking to Politics: How Britain’s Former Top Banker Became Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney, a distinguished economist renowned for his leadership at major central banks, has ascended to Canada’s highest political office, becoming the nation’s Prime Minister. His journey from the financial sector to the pinnacle of Canadian politics is a testament to his…
A Turbulent Week in Global Politics: Key Developments Unfold” This week witnessed a remarkable exchange between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine securing European support for defense, and Russian strikes hitting Ukraine. With US-Ukraine talks set for next week in Saudi Arabia, what’s on the minds of global leaders? Here’s a breakdown of the latest…
Trump on the Department of Government Efficiency: Fact vs. Ficti Claim: DOGE Found “Hundreds of Billions” in Fraud Trump praised the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for uncovering “hundreds of billions” in fraud. However, DOGE itself claims just $105 billion in savings—without providing clear evidence. Its Wall of Receipts lists 2,300 canceled contracts…
China Strikes Back on Tariffs – But Keeps the Door Open for Talks “China will fight to the bitter end in any trade war,” declared Beijing’s foreign ministry spokesperson, following China’s latest counterstrike—new tariffs on US agricultural imports. The move came just minutes after a fresh 10% US levy on Chinese goods took effect on…
More than three years after stepping down as governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo is making a political comeback, officially launching his campaign for New York City mayor. The former governor announced his candidacy in a 17-minute video, stating his commitment to addressing the city’s pressing issues. “Our city is in crisis,” Cuomo declared. “That’s…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky bristled at recent remarks from former U.S. President Donald Trump and Senator J.D. Vance, who criticized Ukraine’s handling of the ongoing war with Russia. After three years of relentless fighting, Zelensky appeared frustrated by the commentary, questioning what more they expected from a nation fighting for its survival. Trump and Vance,…