Trump Halts Foreign Student Visas at Harvard

A recent order from the White House has cast uncertainty over the futures of thousands of international students at Harvard University. This decision follows a judge’s ruling that blocked the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from banning these students, highlighting the ongoing legal battles between Harvard and the Trump administration. The proclamation from President Trump … Read more

Trump warns that Putin will retaliate for Ukraine drone strike.

The White House has been asked for comments following a recent conversation between former President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to Russia’s state-owned news agency, RIA Novosti, Putin claimed that Ukraine has attempted to disrupt peace negotiations and described the Kyiv government as having "essentially turned into a terrorist organization." This call … Read more

DR Congo Prohibits Coverage of Former President Kabila

The media landscape in the Democratic Republic of Congo is facing significant changes following a controversial ban imposed by the Supreme Council of Audiovisual and Communication (CSAC). This ban affects media outlets affiliated with former President Joseph Kabila, particularly in areas controlled by the M23 rebel group. A spokesperson for M23 announced that these outlets … Read more

Trumps 50% Tariffs on Metals Take Effect

US President Donald Trump has officially increased tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%. This decision, signed into effect on Wednesday, marks the second time this year that Trump has raised import taxes on these essential metals, which are critical for a wide range of industries, including automotive and food packaging. The … Read more

South Koreas New President Lee Jae-myung Promises to Foster National Unity

Lee Jae-myung was inaugurated as South Korea’s new president on Wednesday, promising to bring unity to a country facing significant divisions. In his speech, he emphasized his commitment to "unite the people" and address the country’s pressing issues. Lee’s election comes at a challenging time, following a period of political turmoil that intensified after former … Read more

Five Dead in Assault on UN Aid Convoy in Sudan

A convoy of 15 trucks carrying vital food and nutrition supplies was attacked while trying to reach families in el-Fasher, a city in North Darfur. The United Nations agencies involved, including the World Food Programme and UNICEF, expressed deep disappointment that the aid could not reach the people in need, especially the children facing famine … Read more