Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US
Colombia is heading to the polls to choose a new president. The election is being held after months of public recrimination between current left-wing President Gustavo Petro and his US counterpart Donald Trump over a number of issues including drug…
Trump Directs U.S. Troops to Crush ISIS Fighters in Nigeria
U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly directed American forces to intensify operations against ISIS-linked terrorists accused of killing Christians in Nigeria. Speaking during a press conference at the White House, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Trump instructed the…
Meet the Young Founder Behind One of AI’s Fastest-Growing Startups
Meet the Young Founder Behind One of AI’s Fastest-Growing Startups At just 22, tech entrepreneur Surya Midha is making global headlines after transforming his artificial intelligence startup, Mercor, into one of the fastest-growing AI companies in the world. Midha, who…
France Bans Israeli National Security Minister
France Bans Israeli National Security Minister France has banned the Israeli National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, from entering its territory, citing his conduct toward activists detained from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, as international condemnation over the treatment of the…
Trump wants new Fed chair to be ‘totally independent’
Donald Trump urged the incoming Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh to be “totally independent” at a White House swearing in ceremony on Friday. The US president, who repeatedly and publicly clashed with Warsh’s predecessor Jerome Powell, said he wants his…
Woman swept away as flash floods paralyse New York City
Torrential rainfall has brought parts of New York City to a standstill after flash floods submerged roads, disrupted transport systems, and triggered chaotic scenes across multiple boroughs, including Queens and Brooklyn. A viral video circulating on social media captured the…
UK Drops Mandatory Digital ID Plan After Backlash
UK Drops Mandatory Digital ID Plan After Backlash The United Kingdom government has abandoned plans to make digital identity cards compulsory for workers, reversing a controversial proposal that had triggered political opposition and civil liberties concerns across the country. Prime…
UK PM Keir Starmer allegedly ready to resign
Keir Starmer is discussing the timing of his departure due to internal conflicts and a loss of support within the government. There is currently no official confirmation of the resignation. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reportedly told his inner…
President Catherine Connolly expected to meet Britain’s King Charles during UK visit
President Catherine Connolly will begin an official visit to Britain later today where she is due to meet with a number of Irish community groups in London and Leeds. It is also expected that President Connolly will meet with Britain’s…
Trump arrives in China for superpower summit with Xi
US. President Donald Trump landed in Beijing on Wednesday for a high-stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping aimed at easing deep tensions between the rival superpowers. Giving a fist pump, Trump descended the steps of Air Force One after…