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

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