A Year of Controversy: Trump’s Rhetoric and Policy in 2025 The year 2025 in American politics will be remembered as a period of heightened polarization, driven largely by the words and actions of President Donald J. Trump. His second term opened with swift policy changes and blunt rhetoric that reignited debates over race, gender, identity,…
Netanyahu to meet Trump in US amid fears of Israeli regional offensives Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is travelling to the United States for high‑stakes talks with former U.S. President Donald Trump as concerns grow about the potential for new Israeli military offensives in the broader Middle East. The meeting is scheduled to take place…
An Unexpected Pattern for a Storied Franchise The Pittsburgh Steelers are widely regarded as one of the most stable and respected franchises in NFL history. Known for consistency, tough defense, and strong leadership, the team has long been considered reliable against inferior competition. However, a troubling trend has emerged in recent seasons: the Steelers are…
Incident and Immediate Response Passengers aboard a luxury cruise ship that ran aground off the coast of Papua New Guinea are set to be flown home after repeated attempts to refloat the vessel proved unsuccessful. The ship struck a coral reef near the northern coast of Papua New Guinea while on a scheduled expedition cruise….
A Catholic bishop who now speaks forcefully on immigration does so not as a distant observer, but as someone whose own life was shaped by displacement, uncertainty, and welcome. For Bishop Michael Pham, protecting immigrants is not an abstract political position or a talking point rooted only in church teaching. It is a reflection of…
Brigitte Bardot’s Timeless Style: From Off-the-Shoulder Tops to Effortless French Chic The Birth of a Fashion IconBrigitte Bardot was far more than a film star; she became a symbol of post-war freedom, effortless elegance, and bold femininity. In an era when fashion often favored structured silhouettes, Bardot introduced a relaxed yet sensual style that resonated…
Rashid Shaheed’s impact on special teams continues to be a defining element of the New Orleans Saints’ success, and his latest punt-return touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams showcased both preparation and opportunity meeting at the perfect moment. Following the game, Shaheed explained that the explosive return was not a matter of chance. According to…
South Korea’s president has ignited a nationwide debate by urging that treatments for hair loss be considered for inclusion under the country’s public health insurance system, describing the issue for some young people as “a matter of survival.” His remarks have drawn sharp reactions across society and raised broader questions about how health, mental wellbeing,…
European Union leaders are facing growing pressure to approve a plan that would allow billions of euros in frozen Russian assets to be used to support Ukraine’s defence and recovery, a move that could significantly reshape Europe’s financial and political response to the war. At a crucial summit in Brussels, EU heads of state and…
An independent police watchdog has found that officers from New South Wales Police unlawfully arrested a man, applied a dangerous chokehold, and later attempted to delete video evidence of the encounter, raising serious questions about accountability, use of force, and transparency within the state’s largest law enforcement agency. According to the watchdog’s findings, the incident…
Guardian graphic. Source: Guardian analysis of historic maps including James Fitzroy McCarthy’s 1900 map and Paul Doumer’s map of French Indochina published in 1905 Historic Temples and Modern Conflict: Inside the Thailand–Cambodia Border Dispute The long-running border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has once again escalated into open conflict in 2025, drawing international concern and…
EU Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Ukraine European leaders meeting in Brussels placed the war in Ukraine at the center of European Council discussions, underscoring the conflict’s continued impact on the continent’s security and political unity. As Russia’s invasion grinds on, officials emphasized that sustained support for Kyiv remains a strategic priority rather than a temporary…
