Public festivities take over the Ellipse in Washington ahead of the historic White House Octagon matches.
Tag: global affairs
Indian-origin man in UK gets 34-year jail term for kidnap, torture and rape
A British court delivers an extremely severe sentence to an individual convicted of horrific, prolonged abuse.
FISA Section 702 on Track to Lapse After House Rejects Extension
The critical spy law used for over 60% of daily intelligence briefings failed to be renewed after the House blocked an extension.
Albania Is Not For Sale: Protests Mount Over Proposed Jared Kushner Luxury Development
Demonstrators took to the streets in Albania opposing a controversial luxury resort development linked to Kushner.
Pope Leo Visits Canary Islands to Show Solidarity with Migrants Saying Dignity Has No Passport
The newly elected Pope made his first major trip outside the Vatican to stand with migrants at a key entry point to Europe.
UK Military Officials Resign in Row with Starmer Over Defense Spending Plans
Two senior UK military officials stepped down amid a public dispute with Prime Minister Starmer over military budget allocations.
US Issues New Sanctions on Cuba’s Oil and Gas Company Amid Regional Tensions
Washington announced fresh sanctions targeting Cuba’s state-run oil and gas sector as part of broader regional pressure.
Northern Ireland Sees Second Night of Violence After Belfast Stabbing Sparks Anti-Immigrant Riots
Protesters in Northern Ireland set fires and hurled objects at police during a second night of unrest over a stabbing.
Canada introduces bill to restrict social media access for children under 16
The Canadian government tabled legislation proposing strict age-verification rules and penalties for platforms failing to limit minor accounts.
China and Pakistan issue joint statement opposing attempts by militarism to make a comeback
The statement apparently targeting Japan and the US warned against regional military build-ups and expanding security alliances.