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November 16, 2024

Trump Appoints Steven Cheung and Sergio Gor to Key White House Roles

International Desk

President-elect Donald Trump has named Steven Cheung as White House communications director and Sergio Gor as head of the Presidential Personnel Office, the Trump transition team announced Friday.

Cheung, who served as director of strategic response during Trump’s first term, played a pivotal role in shaping the administration’s communication strategy. Gor, a long-time advisor, will oversee the selection of key personnel for the new administration.

“Steven Cheung and Sergio Gor have been trusted advisors since my first presidential campaign in 2016 and have continued to champion America First principles,” Trump said in a statement.

Philippines Protests China’s Deployment of ‘Monster Ship’ in EEZ

Asia, Lead

US Sanctions Pakistan Amid Concerns Over Nuclear and Missile Proliferation

Americas, Economy, Europe, Global Trade, International, News, US

Switzerland Faces U.S. Tariff Shock, Strengthens EU Ties

Entertainment, News

Émilie Dequenne, Cannes Best Actress Winner, Dies at 43

Bangladesh, Lead, Opinion

The “Proclamation of the July Revolution”: A Threat to Bangladesh’s Independence and Liberation War Legacy

Americas, Economy, Global Trade, International, News, US

World Faces Recession Risk Amid Trump’s Aggressive Tariff Decision

International, US

MIT Shuts Down DEI Office Amid National Debate and Trump Administration Pressure

News

GOP Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Rename D.C. Metro as “Trump Train”

International, US

Kamala Harris’s 2028 Nomination Is Hers to Lose — and She’s Losing It

International, US

Trump Sees Major Wins in Latin America

News

SpaceX Starship Setbacks Raise Concerns Over NASA’s 2027 Moon Mission

Bangladesh, International, Lead

Lashkar-e-Taiba Claims Role in Bangladesh Uprising, Raising Alarms Over Regional Security

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Asia, International, Lead, News, Pakistan

Imran Khan in ‘Death Cell’ in Pakistan Prison: PTI Claims

Imran Khan, not only a former Prime Minister of Pakistan and the leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) but also the captain of Pakistan’s World Cup-winning cricket team, is reportedly being held in a solitary confinement ‘death cell’ at Adiala Jail. This claim was made by PTI, according to The Express Tribune. PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas […]

International, Israel, Lead, Palestine

Hostage Deal Reached Between Israel and Hamas, Ceasefire Brings Hope Amid Crisis

Congresswoman Grace Meng has issued a statement regarding the recent deal reached between Israel and Hamas, marking a critical step towards the release of hostages and the alleviation of humanitarian suffering in Gaza. The agreement will secure the freedom of 98 hostages, including 7 Americans, who have been held in dire conditions. In the deal’s […]

International, Israel, Palestine

If The Second Phase Talks Fail, It Will Be War Again, Netanyahu Warns

In a televised address hours before the start of the ceasefire on Sunday (January 19), Netanyahu insisted that the ceasefire was “temporary” and that Israel still had the right to strike Gaza. In a warning ahead of a Gaza ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country was ready to resume war against Hamas […]

International, Israel, Middle East, News, Palestine

Scuffle in Israel’s Parliament

A scuffle broke out in Israel’s Knesset between security guards and members of families affected by the October 7 attack. At least two people were injured in the incident. The opposition leader Yair Lapid and several other opposition MPs shared the video of the scuffle on social media. The October Council, an NGO, has brought […]

Americas, International, Lead, News, Russia, Ukraine, US

Trump Administration Aims to End Ukraine War: US Secretary of State

The new US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has stated that ending Russia’s war in Ukraine will be the primary policy of President Donald Trump’s administration. On Tuesday (January 21), he mentioned that this step is being taken to advance the goal of establishing peace, according to British news agency Reuters. Before taking his oath […]

India, Turkey, Turkey

Indians Call for Turkey Boycott Amid Growing Regional Tensions

A wave of calls to boycott Turkey has intensified in India, evolving from online protests to concrete government action, as diplomatic tensions rise following Turkey’s vocal support for Pakistan in the wake of recent India-Pakistan clashes. The Indian government has taken decisive steps, severing ties with Turkish businesses and academic institutions. On Thursday, Turkish ground-handling […]

International, News, Ukraine, US

What Types of Minerals Are Found in Ukraine?

U.S. President Donald Trump has been vocal about ending the Ukraine war. Initially, his stance appeared to be anti-war, but over time, commercial interests have come to light. Eventually, Trump openly claimed control over Ukraine’s mineral resources. To advance ceasefire discussions, Ukraine has reached a preliminary agreement with the U.S. on mineral resource contracts. But […]

Asia

116-Year-Old Tomiko Itooka, World’s Oldest Person, Dies in Japan

Tomiko Itooka, confirmed by Guinness World Records as the oldest individual on the planet, has passed away at the age of 116 in a care facility in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. She earned the title of the world’s oldest person following the demise of Maria Branyas Morera from Spain in August 2024, who was 117 […]

International, Lead, Middle East, Pacific

Putin Signs Law Forgiving Debts for Recruits Joining Ukraine War Effort

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed legislation granting debt forgiveness to individuals enlisting to fight in Ukraine, according to an announcement on a government website on Saturday. The new law, which comes into effect on December 1, allows for the cancellation of up to 10 million roubles (approximately $95,835) in debt for recruits who sign […]

Entertainment

Even Jenny from the Block wasn’t willing to splurge on entertainment at her wedding — not even for Bruno Mars.

Celebrity wedding planner Marcy Blum recently revealed details from her time planning Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez’s canceled wedding during an appearance on The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast. Blum worked with the couple following their engagement in March 2019, and one of the key discussions was about hiring a big-name entertainer. Blum shared […]

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