The United Nations has added nearly 70 companies to a blacklist for their alleged complicity in violating Palestinian human rights through business ties to Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The expanded list now comprises 158 firms, primarily Israeli, but also from the US, Canada, China, and several European...
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is reportedly in discussions to lead a post-war transitional authority for Gaza. The proposal, reportedly backed by the White House, envisions Blair heading a UN and Gulf-supported governing body before Palestinian control is restored. Blair's office stated he would not support any plan involving...
Immigrants without criminal records now constitute the largest group in US immigration detention, surpassing those with criminal charges. Data released by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reveals that 16,523 individuals with no criminal history are detained, compared to 15,725 with criminal records. This marks a significant shift under the Trump...
Madagascar's government has imposed a nighttime curfew following widespread protests against persistent water and power outages. Demonstrators barricaded roads, set fire to cable car stations, and looted shops and banks. Police responded with rubber bullets and tear gas. The protests, largely driven by youth and fueled by social media, highlight...
Senate Majority Leader John Thune believes a government shutdown is avoidable, despite sharp divisions over health care demands. He called Democratic proposals "unserious" and urged them to "dial back" their requests, which include extending health insurance subsidies. Thune suggested a "clean" bill to fund the government for seven weeks...
Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted in Virginia on charges of obstructing justice and making false statements, a move President Trump claims is accountability for his 'crimes.' The Pentagon is reportedly planning an unusual, large-scale meeting of top commanders. Meanwhile, the U.S. government plans to collect billions from...
The UK government is set to implement a mandatory digital ID system for anyone wishing to work, aiming to enhance border security and curb illegal immigration. The app-based system, to be rolled out by August 2029, will verify residency and work rights, replacing current employment checks. While proponents cite reduced...
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Hungary will continue importing fossil fuels from Russia, defying calls from U.S. President Donald Trump to cease these purchases. Orbán informed Trump that cutting off Russian energy would be an "economic disaster" for Hungary, projecting a 4% drop in economic performance. Despite EU...
The Trump administration reportedly requested a "low billions" payment from a coalition of U.S. investors acquiring TikTok's U.S. operations, which the group agreed to. This move is part of a broader pattern where the White House allegedly seeks payments or equity stakes from businesses, sparking concerns of "crony capitalism" and...
The U.S. Justice Department has sued California Secretary of State Shirley Weber and officials in five other states for refusing to provide voter rolls. The DOJ claims this prevents federal oversight of voting regulations and election integrity. California's Secretary of State, Shirley Weber, calls the lawsuit a "fishing expedition" and...
