Samsung launches Galaxy S26 with higher prices as rising chip costs squeeze margins

SEOUL, Feb 26 – Samsung Electronics has formally introduced its next generation Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup, marking a pivotal moment for the South Korean technology giant as it navigates rising production costs, intensifying competition, and a global surge in demand for advanced memory chips. The launch comes at a time when the company is under … Read more

From the economy to immigration, What Trump’s State of the Union reveals about his Strategy

WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 – President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address to a joint session of U.S. Congress on Tuesday, using the nationally televised moment to reinforce his case to voters ahead of November’s midterm elections. The speech came as Americans continue to express frustration over everyday costs and as global tensions, … Read more

US plans on-site passport services in West Bank settlement for first time

JERUSALEM, Feb 24 – The United States is set to begin offering on-site passport services in an Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank, marking a significant and unprecedented shift in how American consular assistance is delivered in the territory. The move, confirmed by U.S. officials, has drawn attention because of the sensitive political and … Read more

Mexico’s most wanted cartel leader killed in military operation

MEXICO CITY, Feb 23 – Mexican authorities said intelligence linked to a recent visit by one of Nemesio Oseguera’s romantic partners helped lead security forces to him. The killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as El Mencho, has since unleashed waves of violence, shaken markets, and renewed pressure from the United States on Mexico … Read more

US beats Canada in overtime to win Olympic men’s hockey gold

MILAN, Feb 22 – The United States men’s hockey team delivered a moment that will be remembered for generations, defeating Canada 2–1 in overtime to claim Olympic gold in a dramatic final that blended history, heartbreak, and high drama. Played exactly 46 years after the Americans last stood atop the Olympic podium, the victory echoed the … Read more

Supreme Court decision, Trump signals global US import tariffs will rise to 15%

President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that the United States will raise a temporary global import tariff from 10% to 15%, marking the highest level currently permitted under federal law. The decision follows a landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that struck down Trump’s earlier tariff program, saying it exceeded presidential authority. The move … Read more

King Charles’ brother Andrew released after arrest over Epstein misconduct allegations

AYLSHAM, England, Feb 19 – Britain’s royal family was shaken on Thursday after King Charles’ younger brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was arrested by police on suspicion of misconduct in public office in connection with allegations involving the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. After a full day of questioning, Andrew was released from custody later in the evening … Read more

Trump unveils global Gaza reconstruction pledges at Board of Peace debut

WASHINGTON, Feb 19 – U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday unveiled sweeping financial and diplomatic commitments at the inaugural meeting of his newly formed Board of Peace, presenting the initiative as a cornerstone of his broader ambition to be remembered as a global peacemaker. Central to the announcement was a multibillion dollar reconstruction plan for … Read more

No breakthrough after two days of Geneva talks between Ukraine and Russia

GENEVA, Feb 18 – After two days of tense and closely watched negotiations in Geneva, talks aimed at ending the war between Ukraine and Russia concluded without any concrete progress. Despite mediation efforts led by the United States, the discussions ended with unresolved disagreements over territory, security guarantees, and control of critical infrastructure, underscoring how … Read more