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Day: February 10, 2025

Prime Minister Ishiba Praises Trump in Strategic Move to Strengthen Japan-U.S. Ties

In a notable shift from his usual approach, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba offered extensive praise to U.S. President Donald Trump during their inaugural face-to-face meeting last Friday. Ishiba, known for his typically reserved and principled stance in politics, strategically lauded Trump, a move aimed at fostering better relations for Japan’s benefit. Adapting Diplomatic Tactics […]

Erdogan Targets $10 Billion Trade Goal with Malaysia, Emphasizes Technological Cooperation

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkiye announced ambitions to double trade with Malaysia to US$10 billion annually, highlighting a strategic focus on technological cooperation and joint production. Speaking at a public lecture at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre, Erdogan outlined the progress made in reaching a trade volume of over US$5 billion in 2024 and […]

Trump Reinstates “Maximum Pressure” Sanctions on Iran, Warns of Severe Repercussions for Assassination Attempts

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Amid ongoing investigations into two assassination attempts against him, President Donald Trump has reiterated his stern stance on Iran, warning of severe repercussions should the country be involved in any such plots. Trump, while signing a memorandum to reinstate his “maximum pressure” sanctions policy, stated, “If I were assassinated by Iran, the […]

Trump Demands Full Disclosure on Assassination Attempts, Questions Suspects’ Use of Foreign Apps

WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump has instructed the Secret Service to provide him with complete details regarding two assassination attempts against him, expressing frustration over delays in disclosure and raising concerns about the suspects’ use of foreign encrypted apps. The first attempt occurred in July 2024 at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where […]

Vice President Vance Emerges as Key Influence in Pushing Trump’s Controversial Nominees Forward

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Vice President Vance has been gaining increasing trust among Republican senators, acting as a crucial ally in advancing President Trump’s agenda, according to sources familiar with the matter. Republican senators view Vance as an honest broker, crucial in pushing forward some of Trump’s most controversial nominees. Vance’s influence was particularly noted during […]

Selena Gomez Defends ‘Emilia Pérez’ Role Amid Controversy: No Regrets

Selena Gomez has spoken out about the ongoing controversy surrounding her Emilia Pérez co-star Karla Sofia Gascón, expressing that she has “no regrets” about her involvement in the film. At the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Sunday night, Gomez addressed the media chaos surrounding the film’s Oscar campaign and Gascón’s past racially insensitive social […]

Elon Musk Objects to Bengali Signboard at London Metro Station

If you visit a metro station in London, the capital of the United Kingdom, one thing that will catch your eye is its signboard. At Whitechapel station, the name is written not only in English but also in Bengali. Now, a British lawmaker has demanded the removal of the Bengali writing from the signboard at […]

Malayalam Film Industry Faces Shutdown Over Financial Crisis

The Malayalam film industry, which saw several successful films in 2024, including Manjumal Boys, The Goat Life, Premalu, and Marco, is now facing a serious financial crisis. Despite impressive box-office earnings in comparison to their budgets, the internal picture of the industry tells a different story. Due to mounting financial losses, producers have warned that […]

Dinklage, Franco, and Jackson Jr. Join Forces for “The Shitheads” Comedy

Peter Dinklage, Dave Franco, and O’Shea Jackson Jr. are joining forces for a new comedy film titled The Shitheads. Written and directed by Macon Blair, the film will feature Franco as Mark, a “cynical degenerate,” and Jackson as Davis, a “bumbling idealist.” The duo, both hitting rock bottom, sign up for a shady transport service […]

Rakhee Thakrar Breaks Down Over Shabnam’s Reception in EastEnders

EastEnders star Rakhee Thakrar, who gained popularity for playing Shabnam Masood, has shared her emotional experience regarding the intense viewer reaction to her character. Thakrar joined the show in 2014, taking over the role from Zahra Ahmadi. Shabnam became known for her strong principles, determined attitude, and occasionally judgmental nature. In a recent interview on […]