Epstein’s Middle East Network Exposed
The resignation of Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem as chief executive and chair of DP World underscores the lingering impact of Jeffrey Epstein’s extensive network...
Lagarde May Quit ECB Early to Let Macron Shape Successor
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is reportedly considering stepping down before her term ends in October 2027, according to the Financial Times. The...
Vatican Rejects Trump’s “Peace Board,” Backs UN Authority in Global Crises
The Holy See has declined to participate in U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace,” underscoring concerns about its structure and legitimacy. Cardinal...
UK Weighs Accelerating 3% Defence Spending Target
The government of United Kingdom is considering bringing forward its target to spend 3% of GDP on defence, according to a report by the...
Trump Demands $1 Billion from Harvard, Escalating Funding Dispute
The dispute between former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration and Harvard University stems from allegations that the university failed to address antisemitism and was...
Starmer and Xi make progress on trade, visas and migration
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, holding their first extended talks since Starmer took office. The...
Taiwan, US Deepen Cooperation on AI, Tech and Drones
Senior officials from Taiwan and the United States held high-level talks on cooperation in artificial intelligence, advanced technology, and drone development, underscoring the growing...
Bangladesh’s Youth Drift Back to Old Parties After Hasina’s Fall
Young Bangladeshis were at the heart of the 2024 uprising that ended Sheikh Hasina’s long rule, driven by anger over repression, unemployment, and dynastic...
The World Isn’t “Unstable.” It’s Fragmenting
According to the Global Risks outlook, power has shifted decisively away from diplomacy and toward sanctions, supply chains, trade barriers, and financial pressure. Conflict...
Philippines, US Conduct Joint Sail Near Disputed Scarborough Shoal
The Philippines and the United States have conducted a joint maritime sail in the South China Sea, underscoring growing military cooperation between the two...