Gold prices soared to a historic high on Tuesday, briefly crossing the $3,500 per ounce mark, driven by mounting investor concern following a sharp attack by US President Donald Trump on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The rally highlights the growing demand for safe-haven assets amid political and economic uncertainty. By 0743 GMT, spot gold…
April 22, 2025, marks the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, a milestone that arrives at a critical juncture for our planet. With the theme “Global Call to Protect the Planet,” this year’s observance transcends symbolic gestures, urging unprecedented international collaboration to address escalating environmental crises. As climate impacts intensify and biodiversity dwindles, Earth Day 2025…
Christian Braun’s 2024–2025 NBA season has been nothing short of remarkable. The 22-year-old guard, who entered the league as a promising yet largely overlooked role player, has now firmly established himself as a vital contributor for the Denver Nuggets. With dramatic improvements in nearly every aspect of his game, Braun has gone from a supporting…
America is the greatest country in the world. Bold statement, right? But hear me out. From its foundational principles to its cultural vibrancy and natural beauty, America offers a unique blend of freedom, opportunity, and diversity that’s hard to match. Whether you’re already a fan or just curious, here’s why America deserves a spot in…
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…
Three female Israeli hostages held by Hamas for 15 months have been released and brought back to Israel, the Israeli military says, after a long-awaited ceasefire deal took effect. Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher, and Emily Damari, who is also a British citizen, were due to be freed in exchange for 95 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli…
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…
After 15 months of fighting between Hamas and Israel, both sides have agreed to a historic ceasefire. This deal is a big step toward ending one of the most intense and violent conflicts in recent years. The ceasefire agreement will last for 42 days, starting on January 19, and it includes several important terms that…
Hamas’ government media office in Gaza is telling residents of the enclave to not move until the official start of the ceasefire. “The Government Media Office calls on the honorable citizens not to move before the official start of the ceasefire, and to obtain information about the timing of the ceasefire from official sources,” it…
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….
Syrian authorities have thwarted an attempt by ISIL (ISIS) fighters to blow up a revered Shia shrine in a Damascus suburb, according to the state news agency SANA. Intelligence and security forces “successfully foiled an attempt by ISIL to carry out a bombing at the Sayyida Zeinab shrine”, a source within Syria’s intelligence agency told…
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…
Recent developments highlight a significant escalation in Pakistan’s stance against the Afghan Taliban. Reports suggest that Pakistan is not only increasing its military pressure through open air and ground attacks on Afghan territory but is also exploring strategic alliances to weaken the Taliban’s grip on power. This shift marks a potentially dangerous new phase in…
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,…
Kamal Adwan Hospital, the last remaining in north Gaza, has been raided and cleared of staff and patients by the Israeli army. Gaza’s Health Ministry says contact has been lost with the hospital and reports a large fire spreading through several of its departments.This comes after at least 50 people were killed, including five medical…
Did you know that a successful businessman was once a humble salesman? Rizwan Sajan, now known as India’s richest salesman, has built a real estate empire in Saudi Arabia and earns a staggering Rs 32 crore daily. His company, Danube Group, is valued at over Rs 20,830 crore today, making him a beacon of inspiration…
More than 25000 Syrians have returned home from Turkey since Bashar al-Assad was overthrown by “Hayat Tahrir al-Sham” (HTS), Turkey’s interior minister said Tuesday. Turkey is home to nearly three million refugees who fled the civil war that broke out in 2011, and whose presence has been an issue for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government.“The…