The administration of President Donald Trump has taken steps to dismantle a $7 billion federal programme aimed at delivering rooftop solar energy to low-income and disadvantaged communities across the United States. The initiative, known as “Solar For All”, was established under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act – the flagship climate legislation introduced by former President […]

Hollywood giant Disney has reached a settlement with former Star Wars actor Gina Carano, who sued the company following her dismissal from the hit series The Mandalorian over controversial social media posts concerning the Holocaust, COVID-19, and transgender rights. Carano, a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, was dropped from her role in 2021. She alleged […]

United States President Donald Trump has justified his decision to dismiss the Commissioner of Labour Statistics, Erika McEntarfer, by accusing her of deliberately manipulating employment figures to favour former President Joe Biden. During a press conference held in the Oval Office on Thursday, described as a “major announcement,” President Trump—flanked by economist Stephen Moore of […]

The United States has escalated its pursuit of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by doubling the reward for his capture to $50 million, citing serious drug trafficking charges. The move has provoked fierce condemnation from Caracas, which labelled the development as both “pathetic” and “ridiculous.” Overview of the US Announcement Details Information New Bounty $50 million […]

US President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that he would meet Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine war, even if the Kremlin leader had not agreed to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky beforehand. This declaration contradicts earlier assertions that a prior Putin-Zelensky meeting was a prerequisite for any such summit. The statement […]

US President Donald Trump is set to host the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan this Friday for what he describes as a “Historic Peace Summit”, aiming to formally end a decades-long conflict between the two former Soviet republics. The Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan, and Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev are expected to attend an […]

The Israeli Security Cabinet has officially approved a proposal put forth by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that outlines a military plan for the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) to take control of Gaza City, according to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office on Friday. The move is a key component of Israel’s broader strategy […]

President Félix Tshisekedi has reshuffled the cabinet of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), appointing at least two figures from the opposition, according to official decrees broadcast on state television Friday. The move is seen as a significant political gesture amid ongoing security crises and efforts at national cohesion. Key Changes in the New Cabinet […]

France is grappling with its largest wildfire in decades, as officials warn the flames will continue to burn for several more days, despite being brought under control on Thursday night. The blaze, raging through the southern department of Aude, has devastated landscapes, displaced thousands, and tragically claimed a life. Scope of the Wildfire The fire […]

Japan’s weather agency has issued a rare and severe heavy rain alert for the southern region of Kagoshima, warning that “lives are at risk” due to record-breaking rainfall, as the nation reels from a period of extreme heat. Emergency Alert: Highest Level Warning Issued The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) held an emergency press conference on […]