KAMPALA, Oct 22 – Authorities in Uganda announced on Wednesday that the death toll from a catastrophic road accident on one of the country’s busiest highways has been revised downward to 46 people. Earlier in the day, the Uganda Police Force (UPF) had reported that 63 people had lost their lives. The collision took place…
Russia Conducts Major Nuclear Drills Following Delay in Putin-Trump Summit MOSCOW, Oct 22 – Russia announced on Wednesday that it had carried out a large-scale nuclear weapons training exercise, just one day after the United States postponed a planned second summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump. The exercise, overseen…
SEOUL, Oct 22 – In a move likely to raise tensions across East Asia, North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles on Wednesday, just one week ahead of a major Asia-Pacific summit that will bring together regional and global leaders in South Korea. According to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, the missiles were launched…
Trump Administration Readies New Global Drug Pricing Probe Under Section 301 Washington, Oct. 22 (Foxton News) – The administration of President Donald Trump is moving ahead with preparations for a new investigation into global prescription-drug pricing practices among the United States’ trading partners, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing sources close to the matter….
Los Angeles – When the lights shone bright at Crypto.com Arena on the evening of Oct. 21 for the 2025‑26 season opener of the Los Angeles Lakers, the mood outside the arena was nothing short of electric. Fans clad in purple and gold had gathered in force — not just for the usual opening‑night excitement, but buoyed by a palpable…
Cairo/Gaza: Israeli air and ground forces launched intense assaults across the Gaza Strip overnight and into Sunday, targeting residential areas, flattening homes, and leaving behind scenes of devastation, according to eyewitnesses and civil defense teams on the ground. The escalation has deepened the desperation among Palestinians, many of whom are now placing their hopes in…
Mandalika, Indonesia — The Indonesian Grand Prix on Sunday witnessed a dramatic and painful moment for MotoGP fans worldwide as Ducati’s reigning champion Marc Marquez suffered a collarbone injury following a high-speed collision with Aprilia’s Marco Bezzecchi during the opening lap. The incident unfolded when Bezzecchi’s bike unexpectedly struck the rear of Marquez’s Ducati, sending…
Virginia Beach, Virginia — At the entrance to an early voting center in Virginia Beach, two women stood on opposite sides of the walkway, each passionately advocating for their party in the run-up to the November 4 statewide election. Betty Snellenberg, an 84-year-old Democrat, handed out campaign materials promoting the Democratic ticket, while across from…
Beijing, October 1, 2025 — World No. 2 Jannik Sinner delivered a clinical performance on Wednesday evening, dismantling rising American teenager Learner Tien 6-2, 6-2 in the final of the China Open to secure his third title of the season and the 21st ATP Tour trophy of his career. Returning to peak form after a…
Federal Government Begins Shutdown as Funding Talks Collapse Washington, D.C. (October 1, 2025) – A large portion of the U.S. federal government officially began shutting down early Wednesday after lawmakers in Congress failed to reach a funding agreement before the midnight deadline, setting off a new political standoff with far-reaching implications for public services, federal…
‘Their sins are forgiven’: Trump Says $500 Million Deal With Harvard Near, Marking End to Federal Showdown Washington, D.C. | October 1, 2025 — President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that his administration is on the verge of finalizing a $500 million agreement with Harvard University, signaling a possible end to a high-profile feud that has…
Trump Steps Into Spokesperson Role Following Charlie Kirk’s Fatal ShootingWASHINGTON, Sept. 14 — The tragic shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has triggered an unusually direct public response from President Donald Trump, who has taken on a role more akin to lead messenger than commander-in-chief in recent days. In the wake of Kirk’s killing, Trump…
