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US court upholds $83.3 million verdict against Trump for defaming E. Jean Carroll
A federal appeals court has rejected Donald Trump’s bid to overturn an $83.3 million jury verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of defaming her in 2019 by denying her rape claim. The US Circuit Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in Manhattan upheld the verdict, stating that the district court […]
US naval deployment sparks tension with Venezuela
The deployment of US naval forces to the Caribbean has sparked concern among South American leaders, who view it as a potential precursor to an attack on Venezuela. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva expressed his concerns during a virtual BRICS summit, stating that “the presence of the armed forces of the largest power […]
EU, US officials meet to discuss new sanctions against Russia
The European Union‘s most senior sanctions envoy, David O’Sullivan, is holding crucial talks with US officials in Washington to discuss new measures against Russia over its ongoing war in Ukraine. This development comes after Donald Trump expressed readiness to take further action against Russia, following the country’s largest-ever air attack on Ukraine over the weekend. […]
Somaliland recognition and the controversial Israeli plan
The small East African coastal region of Somaliland has been making international headlines after several high-profile Republicans in the United States endorsed a bill to recognize it as an independent state. However, this development is overshadowed by reports that Israel has reached out to Somaliland as a possible location to resettle Palestinians it plans to […]
Pacific Islands forum tackles climate change, Security amid regional power struggle
The Pacific Islands Forum has commenced its annual summit in the Solomon Islands, with climate change and security taking center stage amidst the ongoing battle for influence in the region between China and the United States. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele emphasized the urgency for regional unity and action, stating, “If ever there was […]
Trump floats new proposal for Gaza ceasefire, issues warning to Hamas
United States President Donald Trump has announced that his administration is working on a solution to end the war in Gaza, hours after issuing a “final warning” to Hamas. Trump stated, “we’re working on a solution that may be very good,” describing the ongoing conflict as a “hell of a problem” that his administration wants […]
Progressive wave gains momentum in New York city mayoral race
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined forces at Brooklyn College rallying progressive voters and drawing national attention to the city’s mayoral race. The event, part of Sanders’s Fighting the Oligarchy Tour, highlighted the growing momentum behind Mamdani’s campaign and the increasing hostility from the White House. Mamdani, a […]
Guyana’s president Irfaan Ali secures second term amid oil boom, border dispute
Guyana‘s President Irfaan Ali has been re-elected for a second term, with his People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) securing 55% of the 65-seat parliament. The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) declared Ali the winner after his party garnered over 242,000 votes, solidifying his mandate to manage the country’s booming oil sector. Ali’s re-election comes as Guyana continues […]
Mexico accepts repatriation of deportee from US
South Sudan, Africa– The government of South Sudan has announced the repatriation of Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez, a Mexican national deported from the United States to South Sudan in July. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mexico accepted the return of Munoz-Gutierrez after receiving assurances that he would not face torture, inhumane treatment, […]
Trump threatens to deploy troops to Portland amid misinformation
Portland, Oregon– Donald Trump has vowed to send national guard troops to Portland, Oregon, after being misled about the scale of protests in the city. The president claimed to have seen video evidence of “the destruction of the city,” but in reality, the protests have been small, with dozens of demonstrators gathering outside an Immigration […]