Ukraine’s president has sent a clear message of resistance. He says Ukraine is not losing the war and will eventually win. He spoke during a meeting at the government headquarters in Kyiv. The president strongly opposes a ceasefire that would force Ukraine to give up land. Russian forces failed to capture this territory despite heavy…
The US Supreme Court has overturned global tariffs imposed by Donald Trump last year. The court ruled that Trump did not have the legal power to introduce the tariffs on his own. In a 6–3 decision, the justices said the US Constitution gives Congress the sole authority to impose taxes, including tariffs. The ruling confirmed…
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison for leading an insurrection linked to his declaration of martial law in December 2024. The Seoul Central District Court ruled that Yoon personally directed the failed attempt to seize control of the government. Prosecutors argued that his actions seriously threatened…
More than 80 United Nations member states have issued a joint condemnation of Israel’s move to expand control over the occupied West Bank and designate large areas of Palestinian land as Israeli “state property.” Speaking at the UN, Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour said the coalition strongly rejects what it described as unilateral actions that deepen…
The head of global ports operator DP World has resigned after growing scrutiny over his reported links to Jeffrey Epstein. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem stepped down as chairman and chief executive following the release of documents showing he exchanged hundreds of emails with Epstein over a decade. Being named in the files does not prove…
Why squeeze all your affection — flowers, chocolates, grand gestures — into a single February date? Instead of stressing over Valentine’s Day, this might be the year to step away from the pressure and celebrate something lighter: Galentine’s Day. The idea comes from the sitcom Parks and Recreation. In a 2010 episode, Amy Poehler’s character,…
The merger between xAI and SpaceX has increased investor interest in Musk’s long-term plans. It shows how he may combine launch systems, satellite networks, and AI platforms into one unified ecosystem. SpaceX is reportedly preparing for a possible IPO valued at up to $1.5 trillion. At the same time, the company has applied for permission…
The U.S. military shot down an Iranian drone that flew close to the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea on Tuesday. According to officials, the drone showed aggressive behavior and had unclear intentions. An F-35 fighter jet launched from the carrier destroyed the Shahed-139 drone to protect the ship and its crew….
Bitcoin experienced a sharp decline over the weekend, dropping below $78,000 for the first time since 2024. On Friday, it was trading near $84,000, but within 24 hours it fell to about $77,900—losing more than 7% of its value. This drop reflects growing concerns among investors about the future direction of U.S. interest rates. The…
Iran and the United States have confirmed that they have begun direct communication in an effort to reach an agreement and avoid military confrontation. This comes as tensions continue to rise in the Gulf region and regional powers increase diplomatic efforts to prevent conflict. US President Donald Trump told reporters on Saturday that Iran was…
