More Than 60 Feared Dead After Jet Collides with Helicopter and Crashes into Washington River

Rescuers on boats work, as the sun rises, at the site of the crash of the American Eagle flight 5342, after it collided with a Black Hawk helicopter while approaching Reagan Washington National Airport and crashed into the Potomac River, outside Washington, U.S.

WASHINGTON – A catastrophic midair collision involving an American Airlines regional passenger jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter has claimed more than 60 lives, as both aircraft plunged into the frigid waters of the Potomac River near Washington D.C.’s Reagan National Airport on January 29. Rescue teams and officials continue to recover bodies, … Read more

Tragic Collision: What We Know About the Passenger Plane Crash Near Washington, DC

Emergency service vehicles stand near the site of the crash after American Eagle flight 5342 collided with a helicopter while approaching Reagan Washington National Airport and crashed in the Potomac River, outside Washington, U.S.

WASHINGTON, Jan 30 – Hundreds of emergency responders are engaged in a difficult search-and-rescue operation in the frigid waters of the Potomac River after a tragic midair collision between a commercial passenger plane and a U.S. Army helicopter near Reagan National Airport. Authorities have confirmed multiple fatalities, though the exact number remains undisclosed. No survivors … Read more

Trump Calls on Musk to Rescue Astronauts Amid NASA’s Reassurances

Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore

Wednesday, Jan 29 – President Donald Trump has urged Elon Musk’s SpaceX to retrieve two American astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS), claiming they have been “stranded” in space. However, NASA has dismissed these concerns, assuring the public that the astronauts will return to Earth as scheduled by the end of March. Trump took … Read more

Judge Halts Trump Administration’s Funding Freeze, Grants Temporary Relief

A federal judge issued a temporary halt on portions of the Trump administration’s directive to suspend various federal loans and grants.

WASHINGTON, Jan 29 – A federal judge issued a temporary halt on portions of the Trump administration’s directive to suspend various federal loans and grants, granting a partial victory to advocacy groups challenging the decision. The move prevents the government from blocking funds that were already approved for distribution but does not impact the suspension … Read more

What is DeepSeek? The Chinese Startup Redefining AI and Challenging Global Giants

Deepseek

BEIJING, Jan 27 – DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, is making waves in the global technology landscape. With its latest AI models—hailed as rivals to or even superior to leading models in the U.S.—the company has introduced groundbreaking advancements at a fraction of the cost. This has positioned DeepSeek as a formidable player in the … Read more

Trump Signs New Military Policy Changes: Key Revisions Spark Debate

President Donald Trump

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Former President Donald Trump has issued an executive order outlining significant changes to U.S. military policies. The announcement has already sparked widespread debate due to its implications on several key issues, including transgender service members, diversity programs, and military vaccine mandates. New Approach to Transgender Military Service One of the most controversial … Read more

US Puts Colombia Tariff, Sanctions Threat on Hold After Groundbreaking Deportations Deal

US, Colombia reach deal on deportations & tariff

JANUARY 26 – Washington and Bogotá narrowly avoided a potential trade conflict after Colombia agreed to accept deported migrants on U.S. military flights. This decision came in response to pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who had previously threatened severe penalties against Colombia for its initial refusal to permit the deportation flights. In a statement … Read more

House Republicans Divided Over How to Pay for Trump’s Tax Cuts: A Battle for Fiscal Control

Newly sworn-in President Donald Trump speaks with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) following a signing ceremony in the President's Room following the 60th inaugural ceremony on January 20, 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC

WASHINGTON, Jan 26 – House Republicans are grappling with internal differences as they strive to address funding challenges for former President Donald Trump’s extensive tax cut proposals. With the federal deficit nearing $2 trillion annually, conservative lawmakers are determined to find a way to balance Trump’s ambitious fiscal agenda with responsible budgeting. The Republican-controlled House, … Read more

Brazil Demands Urgent Answers Over Alleged Mistreatment of Deportees

Brazilians who were deported from US wait at the departure lounge at Eduardo Gomes International Airport in Manaus, Amazonas state

SAO PAULO, Jan 26 -The Brazilian government has expressed deep concern regarding the alleged mistreatment of Brazilian citizens deported from the United States. Following reports of degrading treatment during a deportation flight, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced plans to demand an explanation from U.S. authorities. The incident has sparked outrage and raised questions about … Read more

Trump Urges Jordan and Egypt to Accept More Palestinians from Gaza Amid Crisis

US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday.

JANUARY 25 – In the wake of the ongoing humanitarian disaster in Gaza, U.S. President Donald Trump has made a bold statement calling on Jordan and Egypt to take in more Palestinian refugees from the region. The crisis, triggered by Israel’s military offensive in Gaza, has resulted in massive casualties, including tens of thousands of … Read more