Dozens of students who took part in demonstrations against Israel’s war on Gaza have faced harsh penalties from Columbia University in the United States, including expulsion, course suspension, and academic degree revocation. Nearly 80 students have now been expelled or suspended for up to three
Trump Announces ‘Massive’ U.S.-Japan Trade Deal, Targets 15% Tariff on Japanese Exports In a move that could redefine transpacific economic relations, the U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping trade agreement with Japan, branding it a “massive win” for American industry. Speaking at a
North Korea’s state media reports that the nation will build a third 5,000‑ton Choe Hyon‑class destroyer at the Nampho Shipyard, with a completion target of October 10, 2026 coinciding with the founding anniversary of the Workers’ Party. The announcement follows the launch of the first destroyer,
Gaza Bleeds Again: 60 Killed in Israeli Strikes as Hamas Seeks Truce to Prevent Famine The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to deepen after a night of relentless Israeli airstrikes killed at least 60 Palestinians, including women and children, according to Gaza’s Ministry of Health.
US Government Employee Barred from Leaving China in “Personal Capacity” A US government employee has been barred from leaving China, the U.S. State Department revealed, intensifying concerns about Beijing’s increasing use of exit bans. According to U.S. officials, the individual works for the U.S. Patent
Turkey’s Top Travel Destinations, Cultural Wonders, and Travel Advice for All Adventurers in 2025: One of the most alluring tourist destinations in the world is still Turkey. Its tourism sector is flourishing in 2025, attracting millions of tourists looking for a combination of rich culture,
Dubai Real Estate in 2025: Investment Trends, ROI Potential & Golden Visa Insights Dubai’s real estate market is thriving in 2025, attracting global investors, digital nomads, and families alike. With consistent growth, strong rental yields, and residency benefits, Dubai has become one of the world’s
Trump Administration Faces Lawsuit Over ICE Arrests at Immigration Courts in 2025: The Trump administration is facing a high-profile class-action lawsuit over a contentious policy that purportedly permitted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to hold detainees during immigration court hearings, in violation of due
Years after it was destroyed in the fight to drive out ISIS, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani officially opened the city of Mosul’s recently renovated airport on Wednesday. The airport, which should be fully operational for both local and international flights in two months,
On July 16, just hours after Syrian Defense Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra declared a truce to curb massive sectarian violence between local Druze militias and Bedouin groups. Israel launched several bombs on the Druze-majority city of Suwayda in southern Syria. The Syrian Ministry of Interior
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