U.S. President Donald Trump revealed on Wednesday that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has expressed interest in negotiating a trade deal and plans to visit the White House within the next week. Trump mentioned that Carney called him the previous day, during which he congratulated him on his election victory. The President described the conversation […]
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By Solomon Alaka As the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza deepens, a moral and spiritual plea echoes across the world—from religious leaders, human rights advocates, and compassionate individuals alike—urging Israeli authorities to prioritize mercy over retribution. This appeal comes in the wake of a growing consensus among global humanitarian and faith-based bodies that the innocent—especially children—must […]
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The Channel Tunnel, a vital link between the UK and mainland Europe, is set to witness a surge in competition as several new high-speed rail operators prepare to challenge Eurostar’s longstanding monopoly. These developments align with the European Union’s broader push for railway liberalization, aiming to enhance connectivity and offer more sustainable travel options. Emerging […]
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In a significant shift in leadership, the Trump administration has removed the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) from overseeing the $7 billion reconstruction of New York City’s Penn Station. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced that the federal government, in partnership with Amtrak, will now lead the project. Duffy cited the MTA’s history of inefficiency […]
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Ireland Minister of State Niall Collins has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to early intervention and youth justice reform, highlighting a multi-agency, community-driven strategy aimed at steering vulnerable young people away from crime and towards more positive life outcomes. Delivering a closing statement in the Seanad, Minister Collins underscored the need for a “whole-of-government” approach, acknowledging […]
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Thein Zaw Win, Communications and Advocacy Analyst in the Yangon Office of the UN sexual and reproductive health agency (UNFPA) saw the devastating consequences of the quake during a week-long visit to the Mandalay region, one of the regions most severely affected by the disaster. Thein Zaw Win, Communications and Advocacy Analyst at UNFPA’s Yangon […]
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Cork, Dublin, and Galway are taking centre stage in Europe’s ambitious push for climate neutrality, as part of the European Union’s Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission—one of five flagship EU Missions aimed at tackling some of the continent’s greatest societal and environmental challenges. The mission’s headline goal is clear: support 100 European cities in becoming […]
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As geopolitical pressures and shifting global trade policies create new uncertainties for the Irish economy, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, met with representatives from Ibec to assess Ireland’s skills infrastructure and its role in safeguarding economic resilience. During the roundtable session, the Minister emphasised the critical need […]
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Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization, has issued a direct challenge to the global financial establishment, warning that the traditional banking system must reform—or risk becoming obsolete. In an interview with CNBC’s Dan Murphy during a business visit to Dubai, Trump described the existing financial infrastructure as fundamentally flawed. “The modern financial […]
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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for the immediate restoration of humanitarian aid to Gaza, emphasizing that such assistance is non-negotiable. His remarks came during a Security Council briefing on Tuesday, where he highlighted the dire conditions faced by Gaza’s civilian population due to ongoing blockades and restrictions. Humanitarian Crisis Intensifies Since March 2, […]
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