North Korea has declared that its nuclear arsenal is not a "bargaining chip" for negotiations but is instead intended for combat use against any threats to its sovereignty, people, or global peace. The statement, released by the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Saturday, comes just a day after
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Lawmakers impeach controversial Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte
Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte has been impeached by lawmakers in a decisive vote by the House of Representatives, setting the stage for a potential Senate trial that could lead to her removal from office. The vote, held on Wednesday, was prompted by serious allegations that Ms. Duterte misappropriated millions of dollars
40,000 Kenyans Face Job Losses from USAID as Trump Restructures Aid Programs
Approximately 40,000 Kenyans employed through USAID-funded programs are at risk of losing their jobs following the US government’s decision to shut down overseas missions and merge USAID with the State Department. The move, part of a broader restructuring of foreign aid under the Trump administration, has sent shockwaves through Kenya’s
Aga Khan Dies in Lisbon at the age of 88 Years
Elon Musk Labels USAID a “Criminal Organization” as Trump Considers Agency’s Future
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has launched a scathing attack on the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), calling it a "criminal organization." The criticism came on Sunday, just as former U.S. President Donald Trump labeled the agency as "run by radical lunatics" and hinted at reconsidering its future. The assault on
Tragedy Strikes as Medevac Jet Crashes in Northeast Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA – A Medevac jet tragically crashed in a residential neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia on Friday evening, igniting an explosion that startled residents and left many seeking cover in their homes. Jet Rescue Air Ambulance confirmed that its aircraft went down, carrying four crew members, a pediatric patient, and the child’s
“Foreign aid is a Privilege not a Right” Uhuru Kenyatta on Trump’s Aid Cuts
Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta commented on the backlash from some leaders over Donald Trump's decision to cut U.S. financial aid, including contributions from USAID. Kenyatta expressed astonishment at the disappointment expressed by these leaders, emphasizing that the United States is not their government nor their nation. He questioned their
Coca-Cola Issues Major Recall Due to High Chlorate Levels
European's Coca-Cola bottling unit announced on Monday a significant recall of various beverages, including Coke and Sprite, after discovering elevated levels of chlorate, which could pose health risks to consumers. The affected products were distributed across several countries, including Belgium, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Luxembourg, since November,
US tech firms shares drop as Chinese AI “DeepSeek” gains popularity
Shares in leading US technology companies, including AI chip-maker Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta, experienced a significant decline on Monday following the rapid rise of a low-cost chatbot developed by Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) firm DeepSeek. The DeepSeek app, launched just last week, has quickly become the most downloaded free app in
Trump “saves” TikTok amid political manoeuvring
In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok has resumed operations in the United States just 12 hours after shutting down, crediting President-elect Donald Trump for the swift return. Users were greeted with a notification stating, “Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is