U.S. Forces Sink Suspected Drug-Smuggling Boat Linked to Colombian Rebel Group

The U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, announced that on October 17, 2025, American forces destroyed a vessel suspected of trafficking drugs in international waters. According to Hegseth, the boat was believed to have ties to Colombia’s National Liberation Army (ELN), a rebel group accused of funding its operations through drug smuggling. “Our intelligence indicated…

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USA: Over 42 Million People at Risk of Losing Food Assistance

More than 42 million Americans could lose access to federal food aid in November 2025, following a partial government shutdown caused by the failure to approve a new budget on time. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, told the press that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cards which help low-income families buy food will…

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Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree to Immediate Ceasefire After Doha Talks

Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached an immediate ceasefire agreement following peace talks held in Doha, Qatar, marking the first significant breakthrough after a week of deadly border clashes the most intense fighting since the Taliban seized power in Kabul in 2021. The announcement came on October 19, 2025, when Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif…

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China Accuses U.S. of Long-Term Cyberattacks on National Time Agency

China’s Ministry of State Security has accused the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) of carrying out a series of long-term cyberattacks targeting the country’s National Time Service Centre (NTSC) an institution responsible for maintaining China’s official time standards. According to the ministry, the attacks began in March 2022 and intensified between August 2023 and June…

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Boris Johnson Calls for Revival of Rwanda Deportation Plan Over Digital ID Scheme

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged the British government to reinstate the Rwanda migrant deportation plan, arguing that it would be more effective than the proposed digital ID system for tackling illegal immigration. The government led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been developing a digital identity card system, which would be issued…

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Kabila and Allies Form New Political Alliance to Address Congo’s Crises

Former President Joseph Kabila of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and his allies have launched a new political alliance aimed at finding lasting solutions to the country’s deep-rooted challenges. The movement, named “Mouvement Sauvons la RDC” (Save the DRC Movement), was founded in Nairobi, Kenya, on October 15, 2025, following a two-day conference that…

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Why the Washington Agreement Is Unlikely to End Conflict in Eastern DRC

President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and other Congolese leaders have repeatedly claimed that the agreement signed with Rwanda in June 2025, under the mediation of the United States, will bring peace to the troubled eastern provinces of North and South Kivu. Yet, this narrative appears more like a political attempt…

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GS KARAMBI: A Trailblazing School Transforming Education in Nyamasheke, Rwanda

In Nyamasheke District, Karambi Sector, GS Karambi continues to make remarkable strides in the education sector, earning a reputation as one of the most exceptional schools in Rwanda. The institution is recognized for its innovative approach and unique programs that are uncommon in other Rwandan schools, all aimed at enhancing education quality and ensuring students’…

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Pi App Studio Introduces Major Updates to Boost Customization and Ecosystem Connectivity

Pi App Studio has rolled out new updates aimed at simplifying app creation, expanding customization options, and deepening integration within the Pi ecosystem. The improvements enhance both creator and user experiences, advance AI-driven creation tools, and strengthen engagement between developers and the wider Pi community. Simplified Access on Pi DesktopPi App Studio can now be…

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