Category: World

Romania’s presidential rerun election has set the stage for a decisive second round after far-right candidate George Simion emerged as the frontrunner in the first round of voting on May 4. Simion, leader of the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), secured 41% of the vote, while Bucharest Mayor Nicusor Dan, an independent centrist, […]

A coalition of 19 Democratic state attorneys general and the District of Columbia has filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), challenging its mass layoffs and agency closures under the Trump administration’s restructuring plan. The Lawsuit and Allegations The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Rhode Island, argues […]

From high-stakes diplomacy in Central Africa to intensifying conflicts and democratic defiance elsewhere, the African continent experienced a week of dramatic political shifts and humanitarian challenges. Below is a concise, fact-based briefing of the continent’s key developments. Congo-Rwanda Draft Peace Deal Offers Hope Amid Rebel Chaos In a notable diplomatic development, Rwanda and the Democratic […]

Glitter is festive and fun – a favourite for decorations, makeup and art projects. But while it may look harmless, beautiful even, glitter’s sparkle hides a darker side. Those shimmering specks often end up far from party tables and greeting cards. You can even spot them glinting on beaches, washed in with the tide. In […]

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House on Tuesday, marking a pivotal moment in Canada-U.S. relations. The meeting comes amid heightened tensions over trade policies, tariffs, and Trump’s controversial remarks about Canada potentially becoming the 51st state. Carney, newly elected as Canada’s Prime Minister, has […]

Germany is set for a political shift as Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), is expected to be formally elected as Chancellor by lawmakers on May 6. His rise follows the CDU’s victory in the February 2025 elections, securing a coalition agreement with the center-left Social Democratic Party (SPD). Merz has pledged […]

Alphabet-owned Google has officially entered the film and television production space with its new initiative, 100 Zeros. This move, reported by Business Insider, marks a significant step for the tech giant as it seeks to fund and co-produce projects that align with its vision for technology and entertainment. A Strategic Partnership with Range Media Google […]

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged a forceful response after a Houthi-fired missile struck near Ben Gurion Airport, Israel’s busiest international hub. The attack, launched from Yemen by the Iran-backed Houthis, briefly halted air traffic and injured six people, according to Israeli emergency services. Missile Strike and Immediate Fallout The missile landed near the […]

In a groundbreaking move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that Artificial Intelligence (AI) education will become a mandatory subject for all students from kindergarten through 12th grade, starting in the 2025–2026 academic year. This initiative positions the UAE as one of the first nations to integrate AI into its national curriculum at every […]

This Thursday marks 80 years since Nazi Germany’s surrender, a pivotal moment in history that ended World War II in Europe. As nations commemorate Victory in Europe (VE) Day, Moscow has announced a 72-hour ceasefire in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine, a move framed as a gesture of peace but met with skepticism by Kyiv. […]