Trump administration to take over media seating arrangements in White House: ‘It doesn’t really matter where people sit’

The Trump administration is planning to take over the seating assignments in the White House press briefing room, a senior official has confirmed. The plan, which could impact the relationship significantly between the administration and the media, would strip the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) of its long-standing authority to assign seats.The WHCA is an […]

Myanmar military bombs rebels even as nation struggles with earthquake aftermath

Min Aung Hlaing- Mayanmar’s military chief (AP file photo) Myanmar’s military junta has continued air strikes even after a massive earthquake hit the country. While some armed groups halted fighting to focus on the disaster, the junta carried on with aerial attacks, reported news agency AFP.The 7.7-magnitude quake struck Myanmar on Friday, killing at least […]

Watch: Iran unveils massive underground ‘missile city’ as regional tensions mount

Iran last week revealed an extensive underground missile facility, showcasing some of its most powerful weapons in what appears to be a direct message to Israel and the United States. Iranian state media aired footage of Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, and Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, head […]

Trump administration to honor Bangladeshi women protest leaders and others for ‘exceptional courage’

US secretary of state Marco Rubio and first lady Melania Trump will be hosting a host the annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards on Tuesday to celebrate and recognise women who have portrayed ‘exceptional courage, strength and leadership,’ from around the world. The 19th edition of the ceremony will be held at the department […]

Missiles armed? Iran readies for possible strike amid Donald Trump’s ‘bombing’ threat: Report

Iran has prepared its missile arsenal to strike US-related positions in response to US President Donald Trump’s threats of military action if Tehran does not agree to a new nuclear deal, The Tehran Times reported.A significant number of these missiles are stationed in underground facilities designed to withstand airstrikes, according to the report. Poll Should […]

Could Donald Trump actually serve a third term as US President? What we know

Donald Trump made headlines again on Sunday after he reiterated that he might pursue a third term as US president, even though such a move would challenge the constitutional two-term limit established by the 22nd Amendment.“There are methods which you could do it,” Trump said, adding, “I’m not joking,” in a telephone interview with NBC […]

Brooklyn car crash horror: Wigmaker charged with killing a mother and daughters claimed had ‘devil’ in her

Undated picture of Miriam Yarimi (Pic credit: X) Brooklyn wigmaker accused of fatally ploughing into a 32-year-old mother and her two young daughters told first responders she was “possessed” and “had the devil in,” New York Post report citing law enforcement sources.The 35-year-old Miriam Yarimi, is facing manslaughter charges over the devastating crash that took […]

Trump’s USAID cuts hinder US response to Myanmar disaster

The United States has yet to provide significant assistance, with its response lagging far behind China, Russia and India, which have rushed emergency teams and supplies to Myanmar after the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake.Even as President Donald Trump continued dismantling the US agency for international development (USAID), he assured that American help was on the […]

‘Everything must come to an end’: Trump announces cutting of a historic tree at White House

A nearly 200-year-old tree on the White House grounds is set to be removed due to its deteriorating condition, US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday.The southern magnolia, which has stood near the curved portico on the south side of the building for generations, is a major landmark, serving as the welcome point for ceremonial […]

Keir Starmer and Donald Trump discuss ‘productive’ talks on US-UK trade deal

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump (Pic credit: AP) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held discussions on Sunday regarding ongoing negotiations for a UK-US trade agreement, Downing Street announced.Since the UK’s departure from the European Union, successive British governments have sought to establish a comprehensive trade […]