Trinidad and Tobago awarded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi its highest civilian honor, the Order of the Republic, on Friday—the first time it has gone to a foreign leader. During his first official visit to the country, Modi emphasized the historic ties between the two nations, dating back to Indian indentured laborers arriving in 1845. The visit focused on strengthening partnerships in energy, health, and … Continue reading Indian PM Modi receives Trinidad and Tobago’s highest honor

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy met Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Damascus on Saturday, restoring diplomatic ties after 14 years of conflict and tension. The visit follows the ouster of Bashar Assad in December by al-Sharaa’s forces. Britain pledged £94.5 million ($129 million) in new aid to support Syria’s recovery, humanitarian needs, and chemical weapons removal, the Associated Press has reported. Lammy also visited Beirut to … Continue reading UK foreign secretary visits Syria, renewing ties after 14 years of conflict

Brazil will host a BRICS summit Sunday and Monday, with leaders expected to discuss sensitive issues like Israel’s attack on Iran, the Gaza crisis, and U.S. trade tariffs carefully. Analysts say the bloc’s recent expansion has made it less cohesive, limiting its ability to challenge Western dominance. Brazilian President Lula wants to focus on topics like artificial intelligence and climate change, while key leaders like … Continue reading Brazil hosts BRICS summit

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein vetoed four Republican-backed bills targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and transgender policies. Stein called the DEI measures “mean-spirited” and divisive, criticizing them for marginalizing vulnerable groups while the legislature failed to pass a budget. The bills would have banned DEI programs and funding in state and local governments. The transgender bill, originally focused on age verification for adult … Continue reading North Carolina governor vetoes Republican-led anti DEI and trans legislation

Elon Musk announced he is launching a new political party, the “America Party,” after a public feud with President Trump. Promising to “give back your freedom,” Musk made the announcement on X following a poll in which over 65% of his followers supported the idea. Details about the party’s registration, leadership, or policies remain unclear. Musk cannot run for president himself since he was born … Continue reading Elon Musk says he is launching new political party

President Donald Trump announced that the White House will host a UFC championship fight next year as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations of American independence. Speaking in Iowa, Trump said the event will draw 20,000-25,000 spectators and highlighted his long friendship with UFC president Dana White. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called the event “EPIC.” Trump has attended several UFC events and previously … Continue reading White House to host UFC fight, Trump announces

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone Thursday, but made no progress toward ending the war in Ukraine. Trump, who has long claimed he could quickly broker peace, admitted, “I didn’t make any progress.” The nearly two-hour call also covered Iran, but no breakthrough was reported. Putin’s aide confirmed the two did not discuss the reported pause in U.S. weapons shipments … Continue reading Trump says no progress on Ukraine in call with Putin

Democrats fiercely condemned the passage of Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, calling it a cruel giveaway to billionaires at the expense of working Americans. Party leaders accused Republicans of gutting Medicaid, food assistance, and health coverage while boosting immigration enforcement and delivering permanent tax breaks for the wealthy. Figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rashida Tlaib slammed the bill as “disgusting” and “violent,” warning … Continue reading Democrats furious over Trump bill’s passage

President Trump is celebrating the narrow passage of his massive “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping domestic policy package that includes major tax cuts, immigration crackdowns, and spending priorities drawn from his 2024 campaign promises. Despite Trump’s claim that the bill is “very popular,” national polls show most Americans oppose it, with many worried it will hurt their families. The $3.4 trillion package extends his … Continue reading Trump touts ‘very popular’ domestic policy bill ahead of White House signing

At a supposedly bipartisan event in Des Moines, Iowa, celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, former President Donald Trump used his speech to attack Democrats, declaring, “I hate them, too.” Speaking at the podium in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday, Trump immediately started firing off political cannons. “They wouldn’t vote only because they hate Trump, but I hate them, too, you know?” Trump said, referring to … Continue reading Trump Kicks Off Celebration of America by Declaring His Hatred for Democrats