Graham Vandenburg Colombo, Sri Lanka — On May 26, thousands gathered in Colombo to say goodbye to Malini Fonseka, a beloved figure in Sri Lankan cinema who passed away on May 24 at the age of 78. Fans filled Independence Square, dressed in white, to pay their respects to the actress whose work had touched many lives … Read more
Donald Trump recently announced that Canada could join his proposed missile defense system, dubbed the "Golden Dome," but it would come at a hefty price. In a post on TruthSocial, Trump stated that Canada would need to pay $61 billion to participate as a separate nation. However, he also suggested that if Canada became the … Read more
National Public Radio (NPR) and three local stations have taken legal action against President Donald Trump. They argue that his recent executive order to cut federal funding for public broadcasting is against the law. The lawsuit was filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., and includes Colorado Public Radio, Aspen Public Radio, and KUTE Inc. … Read more
Israeli forces launched a series of raids on money exchange shops across the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, leading to violence and casualties in several cities. The operation began in Nablus, where soldiers used live ammunition and tear gas. Reports indicate that at least one Palestinian was killed and over 30 others were injured during … Read more
Chaos broke out in Rafah, Gaza, as thousands of Palestinians rushed to a new aid distribution site on May 27, 2025. This site was established by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which has faced criticism for its ties to the United States and Israel. The situation quickly escalated as desperate individuals crowded the area, eager for … Read more
On Tuesday, May 27, the conflict between Ukraine and Russia escalated as both sides reported significant drone activity. Ukraine’s air force stated that Russia launched 60 drones overnight, a decrease from the hundreds used in previous attacks. Ukrainian defenses successfully neutralized 43 of these drones, with 35 shot down and eight diverted through electronic warfare. … Read more
Hamas has reportedly accepted a ceasefire proposal for Gaza, according to sources from Al Jazeera. However, an American official has dismissed this claim, calling the deal "unacceptable" and "disappointing." Israeli officials also refuted the idea that the proposal originated from the U.S., stating that no Israeli government could agree to it. The conflicting reports come … Read more
Donald Trump recently sparked controversy with his remarks about South Africa, specifically concerning the topic of "white genocide." During a rally, he claimed that the South African government was engaged in a campaign to eliminate white farmers. His comments have drawn significant attention and criticism, highlighting the ongoing debates about race and land ownership in … Read more
King Charles III has made a significant visit to Canada, arriving for a two-day trip aimed at showing support for the country’s sovereignty. This visit comes amid rising tensions due to comments from former President Donald Trump, who has suggested that Canada could become the 51st state of the United States. The king’s trip began … Read more
In a recent incident highlighting the dangers of mining in Africa, 260 miners were successfully rescued in South Africa. This event has sparked a discussion about the ongoing issues within the continent’s mining sector. Claude Kabemba, the CEO of Southern Africa Resource Watch, shared insights on the root causes of these mining tragedies. Kabemba emphasized … Read more
