Author: Editorial Desk

Houston: With just a month left, the US election 2024, set for Tuesday, 5th November, remains highly unpredictable. The nation faces a pivotal choice: support Kamala Harris or return to the Trump era. The divided American electorate is reflected in the uncertainty surrounding the outcome, as the race has already seen numerous unexpected twists. The world is watching anxiously for any new surprises. The contest is a fierce battle between 78-year-old Trump and 59-year-old Harris, with their supporters passionately divided. Trump supporters warn that a loss could reignite the chaos of the last election. Meanwhile, with escalating conflicts in the…

The British parliament is set for a historic vote on assisted dying, with lawmakers considering a new bill that could allow terminally ill people in England and Wales to end their lives with medical help. This proposal, brought by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, follows a similar reform attempt rejected in 2015. Details of the Proposed Bill The bill, expected to be based on former Justice Secretary Charlie Falconer’s proposal, would allow terminally ill adults with six months or less to live to receive assistance in ending their lives. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has previously expressed his support for changing the…

Washington: As the US election draws near, both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have turned their focus to Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, which carries a pivotal single electoral vote. Trump claimed victory in this district in 2016, while Biden won it in 2020. In another key battleground, the state of Michigan, a fierce contest is underway. Current polling favours Harris, buoyed by her strong performance in the recent debate with Trump. However, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has cautioned that these dynamics could shift at any moment. Meanwhile, a vice-presidential debate between Democratic candidate Tim Walz and…

New Jersey, US state: Last Tuesday, Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he had “reached an agreement” to debate Kamala Harris on September 10, just two days after threatening to pull out. The debate, hosted by ABC, will follow the same rules as CNN’s June 27 debate—no studio audience and microphones muted when the other candidate speaks. However, Vice President Harris has not yet confirmed her participation under these terms. Despite his earlier reservations, Trump stated that ABC assured him the debate would be “fair and equitable,” even though he had previously called the network “by far the nastiest…

Kyiv, Ukraine: The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has intensified, with both sides suffering casualties. In Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, a Russian guided-bomb attack hit the village of Cherkaska Lozova on Saturday, killing two women and injuring 10 others, including children, according to local officials. The bombs damaged residential buildings, with one woman found in the rubble and another dying in an ambulance, said Governor Oleh Syniehubov. The Kharkiv region, bordering Russia, has faced frequent shelling throughout the conflict. In a separate incident, Ukrainian air defenses shot down 24 of 52 Russian drones launched overnight across eight regions. Although no injuries…

Atlanta: In an interview with CNN, Vice President Kamala Harris shared her plans for her first day in office if elected as the next President of the United States. Harris emphasized her commitment to building an “opportunity economy” that prioritizes the middle class and addresses the needs of American families. When asked about her initial actions, Harris stated that she would begin implementing her economic vision immediately. “Supporting and strengthening the middle class will be one of my highest priorities from day one,” she affirmed. Historically, newly inaugurated presidents have signed executive orders to swiftly change federal policies. For instance,…

The ongoing delay in Iran’s retaliation against Israel for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has become a source of cautious relief for many in the international community. Despite Iran’s initial vow to avenge Haniyeh’s death, nearly a month has passed without any significant action, prompting both analysts and global leaders to reassess Tehran’s strategy and intentions. Haniyeh, a key figure in the Palestinian resistance, was killed on July 31 during a visit to Tehran. His assassination led to widespread speculation that an Iranian attack on Israel was imminent. However, as time has passed without a retaliatory strike, the…

Beijing (China Capital): Chinese President Xi Jinping is intensifying his engagement with the Global South, aiming to strengthen China’s political and economic influence. This effort will be highlighted at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation starting September 4, a key event in a broader strategy to build closer ties with developing nations. Xi has effectively capitalized on the frustrations and aspirations within the Global South to bolster China’s global standing. However, Xi’s approach has shifted over the past two years, increasingly focusing on geopolitical competition with the United States. This strategy seeks to create a coalition of Global South states to…

Berlin (Capital of Germany): Germany has deported 28 Afghan nationals, marking the first such action since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021. These individuals, who were all convicted of serious crimes, were returned to their home country as Berlin faces mounting pressure to tighten migration policies. A government spokesperson, Steffen Hebestreit, confirmed that the deported individuals had no right to remain in Germany, having been found guilty of violent offenses. Among them was a man convicted of participating in the gang rape of a 14-year-old girl. A chartered flight carrying the deportees departed from Leipzig airport at 0500…

Paris: The arrest of Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov by French authorities has sent shockwaves through the tech industry and reignited a global debate on whether platforms should be held accountable for the actions of their users. At the center of this controversy is the broader question: Are online platforms legally responsible for the speech and actions of their users? Durov’s detention is part of an investigation involving 12 criminal allegations, ranging from complicity in drug trafficking to the distribution of illegal content. Governments worldwide have long sought to control online speech, targeting everything from hate speech and cyberbullying to…