Powell’s economic moves put pressure on Biden

As President Biden struggles to improve the economy, a holdover from the Trump administration who plays a pivotal role in shaping the direction of the US financial system may pose political challenges for the White House. Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, who is currently dealing with the aftermath of banking failures that have caused anxiety in the financial market, recently decided to increase interest rates. … Continue reading Powell’s economic moves put pressure on Biden

Axios: Trump suggests DA “dropped” Stormy case

After stating last week that he expected to be arrested as part of an investigation into allegations of hush money payments made to a porn star, former President Trump is now suggesting that the case may be dropped by Manhattan’s district attorney. “I think they’ve already dropped the case,” Trump told reporters aboard his plane after appearing at a campaign rally in Waco, Texas. “It’s a … Continue reading Axios: Trump suggests DA “dropped” Stormy case

Trump rails against ‘demonic forces’ and pitches 2024 race as ‘the final battle’ 

At his first rally for the 2024 presidential campaign in Waco, Texas on Saturday, Donald Trump used incendiary language and referred to “demonic forces” while presenting the upcoming election as “the final battle.” During the rally, Trump played a song performed by a choir of incarcerated men who were involved in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. He then proceeded to … Continue reading Trump rails against ‘demonic forces’ and pitches 2024 race as ‘the final battle’ 

Tornados in southern US leave 26 dead

On Saturday, rescuers raced against time to find survivors and provide assistance to hundreds of individuals who were left homeless by a powerful tornado that caused extensive damage in Mississippi. The tornado’s destructive path, which lasted for over an hour, claimed the lives of at least 25 people and left many more injured. Entire blocks were flattened as the tornado swept through, while one person … Continue reading Tornados in southern US leave 26 dead

Trump calls for removal of every top official investigating him

On Thursday, President Trump took to social media and suggested that the officials leading investigations into his conduct be removed from their positions. He specifically targeted the heads of four different investigations. “District Attorney Bragg is a danger to our Country, and should be removed immediately, along with Radical Lunatic Bombthrower Jack Smith, who is harassing and intimidating innocent people at levels not seen before, ‘Get Trump’ … Continue reading Trump calls for removal of every top official investigating him

Ukrainian’s willing to fight appears to be dwindling

In the face of Russia’s invasion last year, Ukraine witnessed a surge in volunteer enlistments outside military recruitment centers. However, with many of those volunteers now dead or injured, the country is struggling to recruit replacements. As a result, Ukrainian authorities are resorting to drafting individuals who lack the necessary skills and/or are unwilling to serve, leading to a growing number of men of fighting … Continue reading Ukrainian’s willing to fight appears to be dwindling

Russia warns of nuclear ‘apocalypse’

On Thursday, a prominent Russian security official raised concerns about the increasing risk of nuclear warfare and criticized a German politician for threatening to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin. Dmitry Medvedev, the 57-year-old deputy secretary of Russia’s Security Council, which is chaired by Putin, stated in a video conference with reporters that the current state of relations between Russia and the West has reached an … Continue reading Russia warns of nuclear ‘apocalypse’

Manhattan DA: Trump created false expectation of arrest

According to prosecutors in New York City, Donald Trump gave a false impression that he would be arrested and encouraged his Republican colleagues in Congress to obstruct an investigation into his payment of hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels. Trump made the prediction of his arrest on Tuesday in connection with the Manhattan District Attorney’s office probe, but as of Wednesday, no indictment had … Continue reading Manhattan DA: Trump created false expectation of arrest

AP: North Korea fires cruise missiles as allies stage drills

According to South Korea’s military, on Wednesday, North Korea fired cruise missiles towards the sea, just three days after conducting a simulated nuclear attack on South Korea as a protest against its military drills with the United States. North Korea has been increasing its weapons testing activities, which it claims are in response to the South Korean-U.S. military training that it perceives as a rehearsal … Continue reading AP: North Korea fires cruise missiles as allies stage drills

Xi tells Putin ‘change coming that hasn’t happened in 100 years’

After an opulent state visit that underscored their “unrestricted friendship,” Xi Jinping bid farewell to the Kremlin, informing Vladimir Putin that “change is coming,” the Metro reported. Shaking hands as the Chinese president left the imperial palace, Xi said via an interpreter: “Change is coming that hasn’t happened in 100 years. And we are driving this change together.” Putin replied: “I agree,” Following a seven-course … Continue reading Xi tells Putin ‘change coming that hasn’t happened in 100 years’

Macron Doubles Down On Pension Plan Before New Strikes

As he strives to quell protests against his pension reform, French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that he is exploring methods to compel companies engaging in share buybacks to allocate a larger portion of their profits to their employees. “There is a kind of cynicism at work when we have big businesses with such big revenues they can buy back their shares, so I’m going … Continue reading Macron Doubles Down On Pension Plan Before New Strikes

Mind-Controlled Robots Tested By Australian Army

A team of scientists at the University of Technology Sydney has created a cutting-edge biosensor technology that enables mind reading in a practical sense. Instead of being akin to a fortune teller, this innovation facilitates thought-based control of machines and robots. By simply thinking, one can manipulate these devices with ease, Study Finds reported. The researchers are optimistic about the technology’s potential for healthcare, aerospace, … Continue reading Mind-Controlled Robots Tested By Australian Army

Fed hikes rates by a quarter percentage point

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve implemented a quarter percentage point increase in interest rates while expressing caution about the recent banking crisis and signaling that future hikes may be coming to a close. This marks the ninth hike since March 2022, and the rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee emphasized that further increases are not guaranteed and will be primarily influenced by forthcoming data, CNBC reported. … Continue reading Fed hikes rates by a quarter percentage point

Manhattan DA Tells Trump Grand Jury to Stay Home Wednesday

According to two sources familiar with the matter, the grand jury weighing potential charges against former President Donald Trump has been told to stay home Wednesday instead of reconvening as planned by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, NBC 4 New York has reported. The reason for this delay is unclear, but it’s possible that it involves another potential witness to be heard. On Monday, the … Continue reading Manhattan DA Tells Trump Grand Jury to Stay Home Wednesday

Protests erupt across France as anger over pension reform grows

On Monday night, numerous people protested in France against pension reform, following the government’s survival of two votes of no-confidence. After the French prime minister and her government tried to push pension reform through parliament without a vote in the Assemblée Nationale, protests broke out throughout France on Monday night, the Local France reported. Despite two votes of no-confidence, the government managed to survive. The … Continue reading Protests erupt across France as anger over pension reform grows

US B-52s intercepted by Russian fighter jet

A Russian fighter jet was deployed to intercept two US nuclear bombers, while Russian Tu-95 Bear nuclear bombers were ordered to take off by Vladimir Putin, as seen in footage from the Su-35 flying alongside one of the B-52s. This display of military power highlights the tension between the two nations, the Sun has reported. Since the drone clash, this was the first encounter between … Continue reading US B-52s intercepted by Russian fighter jet

House GOP targets Manhattan DA in Trump probe

Reports of an impending indictment of former President Donald Trump have prompted House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and other senior GOP leaders to plan to request testimony from members of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office. There are discussions among Republicans to send letters requesting employees of the Manhattan DA’s office to provide sworn testimony, as per a GOP official familiar with the matter, … Continue reading House GOP targets Manhattan DA in Trump probe

Trump lawyer: If he’s indicted ‘this is an all-out war’

A lawyer for former President Trump said on Monday that it will be “an all-out war” if Trump is indicted in the Manhattan district attorney’s probe into a 2016 hush-money payment, the Hill is reporting. “They can do what they want,” Trump lawyer Joe Tacopina said of the possible indictment in an interview with former Trump adviser Kimberly Guilfoyle on Monday. “At that point, this is an all-out war.” … Continue reading Trump lawyer: If he’s indicted ‘this is an all-out war’

Rand Paul: NY DA ‘should be put in jail’

On Tuesday, Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) proposed that the Manhattan district attorney be imprisoned, as there is speculation that former President Trump may face charges today for payments made to adult-film actress Stormy Daniels during his 2016 presidential campaign. “A Trump indictment would be a disgusting abuse of power. The DA should be put in jail,” Paul tweeted. During the weekend, Trump hinted that he might … Continue reading Rand Paul: NY DA ‘should be put in jail’

Barricades unloaded near Manhattan criminal court ahead of possible Trump indictment

On Monday, barricades arrived outside of the Manhattan Criminal Court in New York City, as law enforcement officials are bracing for any potential charges against former United States President Donald J. Trump, who warned over the weekend that he could be arrested and charged as soon as Tuesday in relation to a hush-money probe. Workers were witnessed unloading steel barricades from a New York City … Continue reading Barricades unloaded near Manhattan criminal court ahead of possible Trump indictment

North Korea calls for nuclear attack preparedness on U.S. and South Korea

Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, is urging his nation to have preemptive preparedness in order to launch a nuclear attack in an attempt to deter war as he has now accused the United States and South Korea of conducting military drills with American nuclear assets, state media is reporting. The North Korean leader’s statement came after the military had launched a short-range … Continue reading North Korea calls for nuclear attack preparedness on U.S. and South Korea

AP: Putin welcomes China’s Xi to Kremlin amid Ukraine war

On Monday, Chinese leader Xi Jinping was warmly greeted by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin, conveying a strong message to Western leaders who are in alliance with Ukraine that their attempts to isolate Moscow have not been successful. During his first foreign trip since his re-election earlier this month, Xi showcased China’s newfound diplomatic confidence and provided a political boost to Putin. This … Continue reading AP: Putin welcomes China’s Xi to Kremlin amid Ukraine war

Putin pays visit to occupied Mariupol

After its forces extensively bombed and destroyed much of Mariupol, a Ukrainian port captured by Russia, Russian President Vladimir Putin made an unexpected visit to the area. A video released by the government depicts Putin driving a car through the city streets at night and interacting with locals. According to the Kremlin, the incident took place on Saturday night. This is thought to be the … Continue reading Putin pays visit to occupied Mariupol

Speaker McCarthy: Manhattan DA ‘Abusing His Office to Target President Trump’

During a Sunday appearance, Kevin McCarthy, the House Speaker from California and a member of the Republican Party, accused Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, of “abusing his office” by pursuing legal action against former President Donald Trump. McCarthy also claimed that Democrats, including Bragg, are allowing crime to flourish unchecked, Breitbart News reported. “Alvin Bragg is abusing his office to target President Trump while … Continue reading Speaker McCarthy: Manhattan DA ‘Abusing His Office to Target President Trump’

AP: DA leading Trump case says rhetoric won’t intimidate office

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has assured his staff that the office will not be intimidated or discouraged as it approaches a verdict on whether to indict the former president, the Associated Press reported. Late Saturday, Bragg circulated an internal memo to his staff, which came just hours after Trump’s three-part, all-caps social media post. Trump had expressed concerns about a possible arrest in the … Continue reading AP: DA leading Trump case says rhetoric won’t intimidate office