Wall Street hits record highs as inflation cools and earnings shine

NEW YORK, Oct 24 – Wall Street closed out the week on a triumphant note as all three major U.S. stock indexes reached record highs. The market rally was driven by cooler-than-expected inflation data and strong corporate earnings, signaling renewed optimism among investors ahead of the Federal Reserve’s anticipated interest rate decision next week. The … Read more

US sanctions Russian oil majors over Ukraine, prompting India jitters and Moscow fury

MOSCOW, Oct 23 – Washington has escalated its stance on Moscow’s war in Ukraine, imposing tough sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil. The move, announced by President Trump, marks a sudden policy reversal and has already triggered ripples across global markets, pushing oil prices up by nearly 5%. The decision has also … Read more

Vance says he’s not in Israel to monitor Gaza ceasefire like a toddler

Vance says he's not in Israel to monitor Gaza ceasefire like a toddler

October 22 – Vice President JD Vance emphasized that the United States was not in Israel to “babysit” the fragile Gaza ceasefire, reaffirming that Israel remains a sovereign partner rather than a dependent state. His remarks came during a joint news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday in Jerusalem, following renewed tensions … Read more

Sudan pound suffers as de facto UAE flight ban hits gold exports

Sudan pound suffers as de facto UAE flight ban hits gold exports

October 21 – The Sudanese pound has suffered a steep decline, losing nearly 40% of its value following what traders describe as a de facto flight and shipping embargo from the United Arab Emirates. The disruption has severely impacted Sudan’s gold trade, one of the country’s last remaining economic lifelines amid a protracted civil war. … Read more

Prince Andrew allegations should be appropriately examined, royal source says

Prince Andrew allegations should be appropriately examined, royal source says

LONDON, Oct 20 – Fresh scrutiny has returned to Prince Andrew after claims emerged suggesting he once sought assistance from a police officer to discredit Virginia Giuffre, the woman who claims he sexually abused her during her teenage years. A source close to the royal household said the allegations should be “examined in an appropriate … Read more

Johnson strongly defends his remarks on Anti-Trump ‘Hate America’ rallies

October 19 – House Speaker Mike Johnson stood firm in his recent comments describing nationwide “No Kings” rallies protesting President Trump as “hate America” gatherings. Speaking on a Sunday political program, Johnson clarified that his remarks were not directed at Democrats as individuals but rather at the rhetoric and tone expressed during the protests. He … Read more

‘No Kings’ protests draw huge crowds in U.S cities to decry Trump

October 18 – Cities across the United States witnessed massive crowds on Saturday as citizens of all ages came together for “No Kings” rallies, expressing their opposition to what they perceive as authoritarian tendencies and corruption under President Trump. The demonstrations, held in both major metropolitan areas and smaller towns, aimed to challenge the policies … Read more

Trump seeks Supreme Court approval for troop deployment in Chicago

October 17 – The Trump administration has requested the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops to the Chicago area, escalating a legal battle over the president’s use of federal forces in domestic cities. The request comes amid growing tensions between the federal government and Democratic-led states, with officials questioning the … Read more

Microsoft drives AI upgrades in Windows 11 as Windows 10 support ends

October 16 – Microsoft is taking a bold step toward the future of personal computing by encouraging users to interact with their devices more naturally. As the company phases out Windows 10, it is simultaneously introducing a wave of artificial intelligence enhancements for Windows 11 designed to redefine how people use their PCs. This week, … Read more

Supreme Court signals willingness to narrow key section of voting rights act

October 15 – The U.S. Supreme Court appeared inclined on Wednesday to further restrict how race can be used when drawing legislative boundaries, potentially reshaping a core provision of the Voting Rights Act that has safeguarded minority voting rights for decades. This pivotal law, enacted in 1965, has been a cornerstone of the civil rights … Read more