Category: World

US, UN Launch Separate Diplomatic Efforts to End Sudan ConflictThe United States and the United Nations have announced parallel diplomatic initiatives aimed at ending the war in Sudan. U.S. presidential adviser Massad Boulos said Washington will host talks with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt to revive the “Quartet” format, emphasizing there is “no military […]

The U.S. renewable energy industry saw modest relief this week after the Senate passed a revised version of President Donald Trump’s proposed “big, beautiful bill.” The amended legislation offers more favorable terms for the sector than the original draft, easing some investor concerns. However, significant challenges remain. While the final bill softens some provisions, it […]

LONDON, July 2 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Nigeria to recalibrate its 2025 budget to reflect lower global oil prices and to expand direct cash transfers to protect its most vulnerable citizens from rising poverty and food insecurity. In its latest Article IV consultation—a periodic review of member countries’ economic policies—the IMF […]

BRUSSELS – European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas has once again called on China to halt all material support for Russia’s military-industrial complex, emphasizing the threat it poses to European security and stability in Ukraine. Kallas raised the issue during a strategic dialogue with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi […]

Invented in Hawaii, surfing gained popularity in the United States and Australia in the 1950s before becoming a global phenomenon. Now practiced in more than 150 countries, its spread has been driven by media and tourism. Surf tourism involves travelling to destinations to catch waves, either with a surfboard or through activities such as body […]

Three firms have agreed to pay a combined $1.37 million to resolve allegations that they submitted or caused the submission of false claims related to the rehabilitation of Runway 2-20 at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport in Massachusetts, home to the 104th Fighter Wing of the Massachusetts Air National Guard. The settling companies are: All three admitted […]

Boston, MA – July, 2025 — A Nigerian national has pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to charges stemming from his role in an international romance scam and money laundering scheme that defrauded victims of more than $2.5 million. Charles Uchenna Nwadavid, 35, of Abuja, Nigeria, admitted to one count each of mail fraud, […]

Washington, D.C., July, 2025 — The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have announced that the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in downtown Washington, D.C., has been selected as the new site for the FBI’s headquarters. The decision marks the culmination of nearly two decades of efforts […]

Charles A. Richardson Charged with Wire Fraud and Money Laundering PITTSBURGH, Pa. — A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted Charles A. Richardson, 45, of Pittsburgh, on nine counts of wire fraud and money laundering, alleging that he embezzled nearly $1 million from his former employer, The Heinz Endowments, a prominent philanthropic foundation. The […]

Tokyo, 30 June 2025 – Taoiseach Micheál Martin met today with Prime Minister of Japan, Shigeru Ishiba, in Tokyo to advance the growing partnership between Ireland and Japan. The meeting focused on strengthening economic cooperation, deepening diplomatic ties, and reaffirming Ireland’s strategic engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. Following the meeting, Taoiseach Martin emphasized the shared […]