All families eligible as New Mexico rolls out free child care

TAOS, New Mexico, Nov 1 – New Mexico has made history as the first U.S. state to introduce a program providing free child care for every resident, no matter their income level. The initiative is designed to strengthen the state’s economy, uplift families, and address deep-rooted issues in education and child welfare that have long … Read more

Wall Street Week Ahead Resilient stock rally confronts earnings surge amid AI and Fed uncertainty

NEW YORK, Oct 31 – U.S. stock markets enter a packed week of corporate earnings with investors balancing optimism over resilient gains against caution over artificial intelligence-driven rallies and uncertainty around Federal Reserve interest rate policy. The S&P 500 (.SPX) finished October with a 2.3% gain, marking its sixth consecutive month of growth, even as the … Read more

Trump eases China tariffs in landmark deal with Xi

BUSAN, South Korea, Oct 30 – U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Washington and Beijing reached an agreement to ease trade tensions, with the U.S. lowering tariffs on Chinese goods in exchange for significant Chinese concessions on fentanyl control, agricultural purchases, and rare earth exports. The talks, held in the South Korean port city of … Read more

Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica before slamming into Cuba

HAVANA, Oct 29 – Hurricane Melissa left a trail of destruction across the Caribbean, becoming the most powerful storm ever recorded to hit Jamaica before roaring into eastern Cuba. With winds initially reaching 185 miles per hour, the storm battered Jamaica with unprecedented force, tearing through homes, uprooting trees, and flooding entire communities. Although later … Read more

Trump praises Japan’s first female leader, signs critical minerals deal

TOKYO, Oct 28 – U.S. President Donald Trump showered commendation on Japan’s newly appointed prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, during his visit to Tokyo on Tuesday, highlighting her commitment to strengthening Japan’s defense capabilities. The visit also marked the signing of major deals covering trade, rare earths, and critical minerals, reflecting closer economic and strategic cooperation … Read more

Argentina’s midterm election hands decisive win to Milei’s libertarian overhaul

BUENOS AIRES, Oct 26 – Argentine President Javier Milei’s ruling coalition secured a commanding victory in the country’s midterm legislative elections, solidifying public backing for his sweeping libertarian reforms. The results give Milei a stronger hand to continue his ambitious economic overhaul, despite growing unease among citizens affected by deep austerity cuts. Milei’s administration, which … Read more

Trump headlines ASEAN summit as Thailand-Cambodia Sign landmark ceasefire deal

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 – U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia on Sunday to headline the ASEAN Summit, a major gathering of regional leaders marked by breakthrough diplomatic efforts and a new era of trade negotiations. His visit coincided with a historic ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia, a pact hailed as a step … Read more

US food banks prepare for rising demand amid shutdown

US food banks prepare for rising demand amid shutdown

WASHINGTON, Oct 25 – Food banks across the United States are preparing for an alarming surge in demand as the ongoing government shutdown threatens to halt crucial food aid programs. With Congress unable to reach an agreement to fund November benefits, millions of Americans who rely on federal assistance for food could face severe hardship. … Read more

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