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USA – At least 5 people have been confirmed dead after heavy downpour that resulted to flash flooding in West Virginia, while 3 are missing. Between 2.5 and 4 inches (6.35 to 10.16 cm) of rain fell in less than 30 minutes late Saturday in parts of Wheeling and Ohio County, overwhelming waterways and infrastructure. … Read more
USA – Middle East conflict: As Israel-Iran conflict escalates with the continued daily exchange of air attacks, the United States have claimed that it’s not part of the Israeli attacks on Iran, according to the US State Department. Embassies and consular posts were instructed to inform host governments—”at their discretion”—that the US “is not involved … Read more
USA – Flash floods in Texas have killed at least 11 people while others remain missing as San Antonio was hit by severe storms. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and officials caution that the death toll may rise in the coming days. The deluge, which struck on Wednesday and intensified into Thursday morning, forced vehicles off … Read more
This’ an open letter to American citizens abroad and within the United States’ borders. Being American has always been the most desired thing for most of those who’re not citizens, and this have attracted all sorts of people in the country. As Americans, we’re proud of ourselves, our country, etc, as far as our relation … Read more
USA – US Congresswoman LaMonica McIver charged in New Jersey and could face up to 17 years in prison if convicted. She was indicted by a federal grand jury on Tuesday for assaulting officers at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility last month. “Today a federal grand jury seated in Newark, New Jersey returned … Read more
USA – Donald Trump have called on troops deployment as the immigration protest in Los Angeles turns violent. “Looking really bad in L.A. BRING IN THE TROOPS,” Trump stated in a post on Truth Social. In another post, Trump ordered the immediate arrest of anyone wearing a mask. Trump also stated that Los Angeles Police … Read more
USA – The current protests in Los Angeles have turned violent as protesters clash with police and set at least five cars on fire in downtown Los Angeles. Sunday demonstrations mark the third day of protest as demonstrators oppose the Trump administration’s immigration raids in the US state of California. Law enforcement officials fired tear … Read more
USA – An explosion at US military base in Japan have injured 4 members of the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) today, Monday, according to the Japanese Defense Ministry. The explosion occurred at Kadena Air Base in the southern Japanese prefecture of Okinawa. The blast occurred while the JSDF personnel were preparing to carry out bomb … Read more
USA – Several people were detained by NYPD after clash with the police during an immigration protest in New York on Saturday, in growing unrest in protest to ICE raids in United States. The demonstrators were protesting outside Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement ramping up arrests of immigrants … Read more
USA – American president Donald Trump have ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard personnel to control the growing immigration protest in Los Angeles culminated by the ICE raids. “In light of these incidents and credible threats of continued violence, by the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of … Read more
USA – The Donald Trump-Elon Musk fallout caught many by surprise as the once ride or die friends now exchange threats. Whether this’ all a PR stunt or a deep-rooted divide between the two, will remain to be seen. This’ what we know so far: US President Donald Trump said that he has no plans … Read more
ETHIOPIA – The African Union have voiced its concern on the latest US travel ban policy, urging the Trump administration to foster balance and evidence-based policy. Acknowledging every nation’s sovereign right to border protection and security, the AU Commission said in a statement it is concerned over “potential negative impact” on people-to-people ties, educational exchange, … Read more
BELGIUM – The NATO defense ministers meeting in brussels on Thursday aims at discussing the alliance’s capability targets as US defense secretary Pete Hegseth pushes for a 5% contribution for every NATO member state. “Today is really key, because we will decide on the capability targets, and this is an important building block to decide … Read more
USA – On Wednesday, Donald Trump announced a travel ban that’ll affect several countries, that is set to take effect at 12.01 am Eastern Time on Monday. The Trump travel ban list includes 12 countries whose citizens are prohibited from visiting the United States, and additional 7 with partial ban. Trump issued the directive in … Read more
IRAN – The Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected the American plan for Tehran to forgo uranium enrichment programs, stating that Washington’s primary demand is for Iran to forgo its nuclear industry entirely and remain dependent on the US for its energy needs. “Our response to America’s nonsense is clear: they … Read more
USA – A man setting people on fire in Boulder, Colorado on Sunday in a demonstration that was aimed at “raising awareness on hostages being held in Gaza,” left at least 8 people injured according to local authorities. “After receiving updated information, law enforcement officials have now identified eight victims: Four women and four men … Read more
USA – Donald Trump have withdrawn the nomination of Jared Isaacman, a close associate of Elon Musk, as the next possible head of NASA after having been nominated in December. “After a thorough review of prior associations, I am hereby withdrawing the nomination of Jared Isaacman to head NASA,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social … Read more
USA – US visa screening for Harvard University visitors from around the world will be tightened across all American embassies and consulates, according to an order issued by the office of the Secretary of State on May 29. The order mandates that consular officials conduct a thorough review of the online activity of all nonimmigrant … Read more
USA – United States’ Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has claimed that China plans to invade Taiwan in 2027, urging US allies in the region to increase their defense spending during an address to the Shangri-La Dialogue on Saturday. “We know that (Chinese President) Xi Jinping has ordered his military to be ready to invade … Read more
NORTH KOREA – Through its unilateral and militaristic hegemonic policies, the United States is the greatest threat to world peace and security. This’ according to North Korean State Security Minister Ri Chang-dae in a security meeting in Russia. Speaking at a high-level meeting of security officials held in Moscow from Tuesday to Thursday, North Korean … Read more