US President Donald Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a meeting on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in Osaka. (Pic credit: AP) As the US President Donald Trump announced that America will start testing nuclear weapons for the first time in three decades, China on Thursday urged the United States to “earnestly […]
In a dramatic turnaround, technology giants that once de-platformed Donald Trump are now among the principal donors financing his $300 million White House ballroom. The 90,000-square-foot venue, which will replace the historic East Wing, has sparked debate over corporate influence, historic preservation, and political optics.The ballroom is now more than a luxury venue—it is a […]
US secretary of state Marco Rubio on Saturday said that America’s efforts to strengthen its relationship with Pakistan will not come at the expense of its “good” partnership with India and pointed out that Washington had a long history of partnering with Islamabad on counterterrorism. Responding to a reporter during a press briefing over the […]
Prince William royal reset for Prince Andrew / Image source: File Prince William is reportedly preparing to take a much tougher approach to his uncle, Prince Andrew, than his father did, including using formal royal powers to remove Andrew from public life entirely and bar him from future royal events. This move would mark a […]
Sanae Takaichi has made history by becoming Japan’s first female Prime Minister, following her election as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and approval by parliament. Known for her socially conservative views, nationalist stance, and admiration for former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Takaichi inherits a complex political landscape. She must address economic […]
Afghanistan’s foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has warned that Kabul has “other options” if peace efforts with Pakistan fail, amid escalating border clashes that have left dozens dead on both sides. His remarks came after intense fighting between Afghan and Pakistani forces along the Durand Line, marking one of the most serious confrontations since the […]
The Unesco logo hangs from a podium in Paris (Image credits: AP) PARIS: An Egyptian antiquities professor and ex-tourism minister is facing off against a Congolese economist who promoted schooling in refugee camps in a race to become the new director of Unesco. Whoever wins will inherit a world body reeling from the Trump administration’s […]
Nick Sortor was briefly arrested by Portland Police amid Trump’s clampdown on the Dem-ruled city. Conservative influencer and journalist Nick Sortor was arrested by the Portland Police after getting involved in a street fight with anti-ICE protesters. He was later released without bond. The video of the altercation that the local police called a fight, […]
US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) warned that “there could be firings” if the ongoing government shutdown drags on, further blaming Democrats for the crisis. He also hinted at ‘big plans’ for 2026.In an interview with the OAN television network, Trump defended his hardline approach, saying Democrats in Congress were responsible for the […]
Thousands gathered at Burj Lake, capturing the dazzling return of Dubai Fountain after five months, with music, lights, and water jets soaring/ Image: DXB Media Office After nearly six months of silence, the Dubai Fountain made its long-awaited return with a newly upgraded showcase that drew thousands to the heart of Downtown. According to local […]
