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Carney’s new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pursuing closer ties with the European Union, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposing associate membership status, as tensions with the United States escalate over tariffs.
Kohat: At least 21 killed in attack on mosque in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
At least 21 people, including 15 police officers and a child, were killed in a car-bomb and gun attack on a mosque in Kohat, Pakistan, with over 100 injured.
Russian hybrid attacks against Europe intensifying, says Macron
French President Macron warned that Russian hybrid attacks against Europe have intensified, announcing plans to protect critical infrastructure and defense sites from cyberattacks and sabotage.
Flight chaos for hundreds of thousands was caused in ‘millisecond’ by software error
A software defect in the UK’s air traffic control system corrupted flight data in milliseconds, causing a six-hour outage last week that disrupted hundreds of thousands of passengers and led to mass flight cancellations across the UK and beyond.
Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire chairman after six decades
Warren Buffett, 96, steps down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after six decades, handing leadership to his son Howard while transitioning to chairman emeritus.
Iranians rally in biggest show of defiance against US since war began
Hundreds of thousands of Iranians marched in Tehran on Friday in a government-organized rally showcasing a newly formed volunteer force pledging readiness to defend the country amid ongoing tensions.
Early in-person voting begins in the 2026 US midterm elections in Virginia
Virginia has begun early in-person voting for the 2026 midterm elections, with other states following in coming weeks. Early voting options have expanded significantly across the country since 2000.
Mexico’s Sheinbaum says she spoke with Trump as trade negotiations continue
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated she had a productive conversation with Donald Trump regarding ongoing bilateral trade negotiations, expressing optimism about potential tariff reductions for Mexican exports.
Pentagon resumes paused testosterone policy amid medical experts’ concerns
The Pentagon has resumed a mandatory testosterone testing policy for male service members aged 30 and older, despite medical experts expressing concerns about potential health complications.
Niger military government reshuffles army command weeks after deadly mutiny
Niger’s military government has reorganized its top armed forces leadership following a failed mutiny late last month, appointing General Mamane Sani Kiaou as the new chief of the armed forces.
Tasia Fortune: Arrest made over the death of black woman found hanged from tree
Police in Mississippi arrested a man in connection with the death of Tasia Fortune, a black woman found hanged from a tree in Jackson in August, with authorities indicating additional arrests may follow.
France lifts alcohol content limit on champagne after record heatwaves
French champagne producers received approval to temporarily increase alcohol content to 15% following this summer’s record heatwave, which produced grapes with unusually high sugar levels.
‘Divine triumph’: Iran celebrates Houthis’ capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coast
Iran’s leadership has celebrated the Houthis’ capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coast this week, viewing the development as strengthening Tehran’s position against the United States in their ongoing conflict.
At least seven killed in fire at prison in northern Syria
A fire at a prison in northern Syria killed at least seven inmates during a riot, with dozens more injured. The blaze occurred amid tensions over a former Kurdish fighter’s death and planned prisoner transfers.
Number of UK anti-migrant vigilante groups surges in last 18 months
At least 28 anti-migrant vigilante groups have emerged in the UK over the last 18 months, conducting unauthorized patrols and blocking ports amid concerns over public disorder.
Donald Trump says he would ‘love’ to see united Ireland
US President Donald Trump said during a visit to Ireland that he would ‘love’ to see a united Ireland, prompting swift rebuttal from UK and Northern Ireland unionist leaders.
Iraq probes drone strikes on Saudi Arabia, shuts three crossings to Iran
Iraq closed three border crossings with Iran while investigating drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline that were launched from Iraqi territory.
Bahrain says it will not participate in Iran’s proposed Hormuz meeting
Bahrain will not attend a proposed meeting in Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping, citing security concerns and refusing to participate before restoring diplomatic ties with Iran.
US court blocks Trump administration plan to cut disaster agency workforce
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration unlawfully ordered workforce cuts at FEMA, finding the Department of Homeland Security exceeded its authority in restricting the disaster agency’s ability to manage personnel.
Lightning Houthi advance in Yemen may bring dangerous new dimension to Iran war
Iranian-backed Houthis have rapidly captured approximately 130 kilometers of strategically important Yemeni coastline, now controlling two critical maritime chokepoints and threatening global shipping routes.
Why brazen museum thefts keep happening nearly a year after Louvre heist
Museum thefts across Europe have grown increasingly brazen following the Louvre robbery last October, with experts attributing the rise to copycat crimes and improved criminal tactics targeting high-value portable items.
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Is the Indian government doing enough to bring the sliding rupee under control?
It’s clear that currencies from the emerging nations like Turkey, India, Argentina, Brazil, and Russia are facing battering. There are several reasons behind the turmoil faced by these markets. The probability of a global trade war, political issues, rising interest...
Discussion Between Foreign Ministers to Fight Against Nuclear Weapon Program
On Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2017, Japan's foreign minister Taro Kono had a formal meeting with South Korea's newly appointed foreign minister, Kang Kyung-wha, during her first-time visit to Tokyo, Japan. Kyung-wha, who became the first Korean woman nominated and appointed to...
Fraternity Accused In Man’s Death After Slipping Off Bridge
A Clemson University fraternity is facing a lawsuit after a student’s death last September. Tucker Hipps was pledging for the university’s chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity when he was allegedly “forced” to walk along the railing of a bridge during an early...
What’s Being Done With Violence Against Women Cases
Violence against women continues unabated around the world. Wives get beaten, young girls get raped and young women aspiring to work abroad end up as victims of human trafficking and abused by foreign employers. They suffer trauma in all aspects of their being...