Elon Musk has voiced strong support for calls in the UK for a new national inquiry into the child abuse scandal involving grooming gangs. He labeled the scandal “the worst mass crime against the people of Britain ever” and urged King Charles III to intervene. The abuse, primarily involving men of South Asian or Pakistani heritage, has spanned decades, with thousands of children exploited across … Continue reading Elon Musk demands UK act on grooming gang scandal amid growing calls for probe

President Joe Biden plans to deliver two major speeches before leaving office to highlight key aspects of his 50-plus years of public service. The first will focus on foreign policy and is scheduled after his return from Italy on January 12. The second, a farewell address, will reflect on his time in office, offering a message for the future. Biden’s foreign policy speech will emphasize … Continue reading Biden to deliver two major speeches in final days

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago on Saturday to meet with President-elect Trump, along with several of his expected administration nominees, including Sen. Marco Rubio (Secretary of State), Rep. Mike Waltz (National Security Adviser), and Scott Bessent (Treasury Secretary).  During the event, Trump praised Meloni as a strong leader, while Rubio called her a great ally. Meloni, who leads Italy’s … Continue reading Italy’s Meloni makes surprise Mar-a-Lago visit to meet with Trump

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned Elon Musk’s endorsement of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party ahead of the country’s February elections, accusing the billionaire of election interference. Musk, who owns the social media platform X, has publicly supported AfD, claiming it is the only party that can save Germany. Scholz rejected Musk’s political influence, particularly given the global reach of social media and algorithms … Continue reading Scholz condemns Musk’s support for Germany’s AfD party

Americans are paying tribute to former President Jimmy Carter during his week-long state funeral. The public farewell began with a procession from his home in Plains, Georgia, and will continue with visits to Washington, D.C., where Carter will lie in state before a service on January 9. Mourners, including admirers from across the U.S., reflect on Carter’s kindness, humility, and humanitarian efforts. His legacy is … Continue reading Americans gather to say goodbye to Jimmy Carter

Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock stated that Europe would support Syria’s transitional government if political talks are inclusive of all ethnic and religious groups. Baerbock and France’s Jean-Noel Barrot became the first EU ministers to visit Syria since President Bashar Assad’s fall. After meeting Syria’s de facto leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, Baerbock emphasized that lifting EU sanctions depends on the progress of the political process and … Continue reading German, French foreign ministers meet Syria’s new leaders

Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared over $400 million in assets, including more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million and 75 luxury watches valued at nearly $5 million. The 38-year-old, daughter of telecom billionaire and former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, took office in September, becoming Thailand’s youngest leader. Her asset declaration to the National Anti-Corruption Commission included investments, cash, and properties in London and … Continue reading Thailand’s prime minister declares over $400 million in assets

A sentencing date for Donald Trump’s hush money conviction has been set for January 10, just 10 days before his inauguration as president. Judge Juan Merchan ruled that Trump must appear in person or virtually, rejecting Trump’s motions against sentencing. Merchan stated there was no legal reason to delay the process and emphasized that finality was necessary for justice. Trump is not expected to face … Continue reading Trump to be sentenced days before inauguration, won’t face jail time in shock decision by judge