As the Trump administration returns to power, thousands of migrants in Mexico face uncertainty after their long-awaited appointments to enter the United States were unexpectedly cancelled. This shift in policy, which affects people from countries as diverse as Haiti, Venezuela, and Colombia, has left many stranded in limbo, with their hopes of a better life…
On Inauguration Day, January 20, 2025, Elon Musk, the billionaire tech mogul and CEO of SpaceX, Tesla, and owner of X (formerly Twitter), found himself at the center of a storm of controversy after making a hand gesture during a speech at a rally in Washington, DC, for supporters of former President Donald Trump. The…
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has announced that he and his party will exit the government if the Gaza agreement is approved. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday evening, Ben-Gvir stated that the Gaza deal poses a threat to Israel’s security and that withdrawal from the Philadelphia Corridor would undermine all of the…
A new chapter has opened in the ongoing efforts to secure the release of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist who has been imprisoned in the United States for over a decade. Her sister, Dr. Fawzia Siddiqui, has taken a major step by filing a formal pardon request with U.S. President Joe Biden. This move…
California is battling what Governor Gavin Newsom has described as the most destructive natural disaster in U.S. history, with wildfires wreaking havoc across the state. At least 24 lives have been lost, and thousands of homes have been reduced to ashes. In a dire turn, approximately 100,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes…
The largest of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged parts of Los Angeles this week shifted direction on Saturday, triggering further evacuation orders and posing a new challenge to exhausted firefighters. Since Tuesday, six wildfires have torn through Los Angeles County neighbourhoods, killing at least 11 people and causing damage or destruction to 10,000 structures….
Justin Trudeau has been facing immense pressure from his party colleagues as latest opinion polls show an overwhelming surge in support for the opposition Conservative Party. Canada will go to polls later this year and must have a new government in place before October 20. Justin Trudeau resigned today as the leader of his Liberal…
A Staggering Increase in the Number of Homeless People in America While Spending Trillions on Wars Introduction The United States stands at a crossroads, grappling with a growing crisis that highlights a striking disparity in its priorities: a sharp rise in homelessness alongside monumental spending on wars. While millions of Americans struggle to find shelter,…
Interim Syrian Government Unites Rebel Groups Under Ministry of Defense The leader of the Syrian Interim Government, Ahmed Al-Sharaa, successfully persuaded opposition-affiliated rebel groups on Tuesday to disband their individual identities and integrate under the Ministry of Defense as part of the new Syrian army. This significant development was announced in an official statement issued…
In a move that sent shockwaves through the baseball world, the Boston Red Sox secured the services of right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler on a one-year, $21.05 million deal. This deal, first reported by Yahoo Sports and later confirmed by ESPN, is a significant signing for the Red Sox as they continue their push toward playoff…
“From Jihadist to Leader: Ahmad al-Sharaa’s Evolving Vision for Syria” Ahmad al-Sharaa, formerly known by his jihadi alias Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, has emerged as a central figure in post-Assad Syria. Once a commander of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) with strong links to al-Qaeda, Al-Sharaa now presents himself as a pragmatic leader steering Syria through its…
The Director of the Syrian Emergency Organisation, Moaz Mustafa, has revealed the discovery of a large mass grave in the Al-Qutayfah area, north of Damascus. He announced that work has begun to investigate the site, which is believed to hold the bodies of around 100,000 prisoners. These individuals reportedly died between 2012 and 2018 as…
On Sunday, South Korea’s opposition leader, Lee Jae-myung, urged the Constitutional Court to promptly decide on a case seeking President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment, following parliament’s vote to oust him over his brief attempt to impose martial law. Until the court delivers its ruling, Yoon’s presidential powers are suspended. The court has up to 180…
In recent years, Northeastern University students have faced a troubling wave of phishing scams, with fraudulent emails targeting their school accounts and resulting in significant financial losses. Despite measures implemented to safeguard students, these scams persist, raising questions about email security and the effectiveness of preventative strategies. The Startling Reality of Student Scams Clarissa Caslli,…
Global conflicts, including the wars between Ukraine and Russia, as well as Israel and Hamas, have significantly benefitted American arms manufacturers. According to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), in 2023, American companies produced 50% of all military equipment sold globally. These companies collectively sold weapons worth $317 billion last…
The rise and fall of Gautam Adani, one of India’s wealthiest and most controversial business tycoons, has captivated the world for years. From humble beginnings to becoming a billionaire industrialist with a vast empire, Adani’s journey is as dramatic as it is enigmatic. However, in recent times, his name has been embroiled in a series…
Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldana, and Karla Sofia Gascon recently reunited at a special SAG-AFTRA event to celebrate their acclaimed film Emilia Perez. The trio, known for their powerful performances in this groundbreaking Spanish-language film, took to the red carpet at The Meryl Streep Center for Performing Arts in Los Angeles. Emilia Perez, a story about…
You might have come across the term ‘BlueSky’ on social media recently and wondered what it is and why people are talking about it.BlueSky is an alternative platform to Elon Musk’s social network X (formerly Twitter). In terms of appearance and logo design, it closely resembles X. BlueSky has been gaining rapid popularity, with around…