Category: World

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is providing an update to previously shared guidance regarding Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) Information Technology (IT) workers to raise public awareness of their increasingly malicious activity, which has recently included data extortion. FBI is warning the public, private sector, and international community about North Korean IT […]

A team of academic researchers, lawyers and journalists from 16 European countries has exposed a huge lobbying campaign aimed at gutting a proposed EU-wide restriction on the use of “forever chemicals”. This campaign saw significant increases in the lobbying expenditure of major producers of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as forever chemicals for their […]

No matter where they live, older women face a considerable wage gap. Across all 50 states and the 35 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S., they are paid less than older men. Prime-age women (ages 25-54) are also paid less than prime-age men, but the wage gap is larger for older women in nearly every […]

A large-scale Ukrainian drone strike hit an oil refinery in Ryazan, Russia, on January 24, marking the most significant aerial assault of the year from Ukraine. The attack targeted several Russian regions, including Moscow, and caused significant damage at the Rosneft-operated refinery. Eyewitnesses and video footage showed a powerful explosion and fireball engulfing the facility. […]

China’s restaurant and catering industry is grappling with a wave of closures, with nearly 3 million establishments—ranging from fine dining restaurants to cafes and fast food outlets—shutting their doors in the past year. The closures reflect broader economic challenges in the country, including a weak recovery following the pandemic, shrinking assets of the middle class, […]

Office of the Spokesperson HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases…Secretary Rubio’s Call with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Budrys Secretary Rubio’s Call with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Budrys January 24, 2025 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys today. Secretary Rubio and Foreign Minister Budrys underscored […]

A federal jury convicted a Maryland man yesterday for conspiracy to commit insurance fraud, money laundering, filing false tax returns and identity theft. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, James Wilson, of Owings Mills, conspired with others to defraud insurance companies by obtaining over 30 life insurance policies for applicants by mispresenting […]

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has filed applications for arrest warrants against two Taliban leaders, accusing them of committing crimes against humanity in Afghanistan. ICC Prosecutor Karim AA Khan announced on Thursday that the charges are based on evidence collected from thorough investigations into the situation in Afghanistan, focusing on the Taliban’s systemic persecution of […]

Turkey has expressed its readiness to mediate in the ongoing conflict between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), offering comprehensive support for a peaceful resolution. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made the offer after a state visit with Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame on Thursday. The two leaders discussed various issues, including trade, investments, […]

Comoros President Azali Assoumani has publicly stated his intention to transfer power to his son, Nour El Fath, when his term ends in 2029. This marks the first time Assoumani has confirmed the long-standing accusations from critics who have argued that he has been grooming El Fath for leadership. The announcement comes amid ongoing concerns […]