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Day: January 10, 2025

Biden Administration Enacts Sweeping Sanctions on Russia’s Oil Sector and ‘Shadow Fleet’

In a significant escalation of economic measures against Russia, the Biden administration announced on January 10, 2025, what is described as the most severe sanctions yet on Russia’s oil and gas industry. As President Joe Biden’s term winds down, these sanctions target two of Russia’s largest oil companies, Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas, alongside a vast […]

U.S. Offers $25 Million Bounty on Maduro as He Takes Controversial Third Term in Venezuela

On the day Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for a contentious third six-year term, the United States escalated its stance against him by announcing a $25 million reward for information leading to his arrest. This move came as international scrutiny and criticism reached new heights over the legitimacy of Maduro’s latest election victory.Maduro’s […]

A New Dawn for America’s Public Servants: Congress Acts to Reform Social Security Benefits

In an era where the dedication of public servants often goes underappreciated, a significant legislative shift has promised to alter the retirement landscape for countless individuals who have devoted their careers to public service. The U.S. Congress, in a move that has been decades in the making, has passed the Social Security Fairness Act, a […]

US Swimmer Gary Hall Jr. Loses 10 Olympic Medals in Devastating Palisades Wildfire

[Photo caption: Hall, left, after he won the silver medal in the men's 100-meter freestyle at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. Photo: Simon Bruty/Allsport/Getty Images]

Boost Brain Health with Daily Lifestyle Practices

In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have reached unprecedented levels. According to Dr. Helen Lavretsky, a geriatric integrative psychiatrist with UCLA Health, stress and anxiety levels are now three times higher than they were before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the good news is that by adopting simple daily practices, we can build resilience to […]

Trump Sentenced to Unconditional Discharge in Hush Money Case, Vindicating Calls for Fairness

Donald Trump, the incoming U.S. President, received what many of his supporters describe as a vindication in the form of an unconditional discharge in his New York hush money case. Convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records, Trump’s sentencing was conducted virtually from his Mar-a-Lago home in Florida, acknowledging the unique circumstances surrounding his […]

Violent Protests in China After Student’s Death

The death of a teenage boy in north-west China has triggered violent protests, confirmed through verified videos reviewed by the BBC. Social media footage shows demonstrators throwing objects at police, while officers are seen beating some protesters in the city of Pucheng, located in Shaanxi province. The unrest began after the teenager died on January […]

Anger Erupts After Accidental Fire Evacuation Alert Sent to Millions in LA

As fires continue to rage across Los Angeles, anxiety among residents is at an all-time high. After four harrowing days of destruction, the situation worsened on Thursday when a mistaken evacuation alert was sent to millions of people across the county, adding to the chaos and frustration. The erroneous text, warning residents to prepare for […]

Biden’s National Security Advisor Makes Crucial Visit to India Amid Transition to Trump

In a significant diplomatic move, Jake Sullivan, the National Security Advisor to President Joe Biden, visited India on January 8, 2025, to fortify key aspects of the U.S.-India partnership before the anticipated transition to a new administration led by Donald Trump. The visit underscores the urgency to “foolproof” elements of this strategic alliance, particularly in […]

Israel’s One-Day Assault on Gaza Kills 22, Pushing Death Toll Past 46,000

In a tragic escalation of violence, Israeli forces have conducted lethal strikes across the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of at least 22 Palestinians over a single day. This recent surge in violence has propelled the total death toll from the ongoing conflict to over 46,000, according to reports from Al Jazeera.The strikes have […]