Author: News Desk

New York: Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Republican Ohio Senator JD Vance defended their running mates’ records in a notably civil exchange during the VP debate 2024. Walz focused on democracy and the importance of upholding election integrity, while Vance stood by Donald Trump’s policies, including his healthcare concepts. The debate covered key issues such as healthcare, gun control, and security, with both candidates presenting contrasting views on governance, but in a less confrontational manner than expected. Each man pointed to the crises of the day as reasons for voters to choose their respective running mates for president. During…

Brussels: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is poised to advocate for a reset in UK-EU relations during his meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The meeting, described by Brussels as a ‘first conversation,’ will primarily focus on major issues such as trade, security, and youth mobility. Although Starmer has made it clear that his government won’t seek to renegotiate the entire Brexit deal, he plans to adjust aspects of the current relationship. While both the UK and the European Union are eager to collaborate on a joint security pact, discussions around trade and the movement of people…

Tokyo: Shigeru Ishiba has been confirmed as the next prime minister of Japan by the parliament. The move position Shigeru Ishiba to officially unveil the cabinet as he prepares for a snap election on October 27. The 67-year-old former defence minister secured the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) after a closely contested election last week. Ishiba was chosen as the party leader, succeeding Fumio Kishida, who resigned earlier to make way for the transition. Ishiba is expected to hold a press conference following a formal appointment ceremony at Tokyo’s Imperial Palace. As Ishiba steps into power, he…

North Carolina: Hurricane Helene has resulted in over 130 confirmed fatalities across multiple states, with North Carolina being particularly hard-hit. In response to the disaster, President Joe Biden has pledged unwavering support for the affected communities, ensuring that federal resources are available for recovery efforts. Biden said that, “I may have to request, Congress returns for a special session to pass a supplemental funding package to help those affected. We will be there with you as long as it takes, the Biden-Harris administration will be there until the job is done.” President Biden was speaking days after the Category 4…

United States: The United Nations Security Council has extended the mandate of a multinational police mission in Haiti for an additional year, as the Caribbean nation continues to face increase in gang violence and instability. The decision comes in response to the deteriorating security situation and the humanitarian crisis in Haiti. Renewed effort to restore stability In a unanimous vote, the UN expressed ‘deep concern’ over the increasing violence, criminal activities, and mass displacement in Haiti. The council extended the Kenyan-led Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) until October 2, 2025, to help the Haitian National Police in regaining control of…

New York: U.S. ports along the East and Gulf Coasts, from Maine to Texas, has prepared for a potential shutdown as dockworkers from the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) plan to strike from 1st of October. The dispute centres are on demands for wage increases and concerns over automation. With the strike threatening to disrupt 60% of U.S. shipping, industries relying on imports like food, clothing, and electronics could face shortages, while the economic impact may reach $4.5 billion (£3mn) per week​. Unless there is a last-minute intervention, this strike will be the first port shutdown in nearly 50 years. Although President…

Cape Canaveral, Florida: SpaceX successfully has successfully docked its Crew Dragon spacecraft at the International Space Station (ISS) to collect stranded astronauts in a crucial mission aimed at ensuring their safe return to Earth. The docking occurred as the space station flew 265 miles (426km) above Botswana in southern Africa. NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy remarked that, “What a fabulous day it was today,” about the successful docking during a news conference. The Falcon 9 rocket launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on 28th of September carrying NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov. The Dragon spacecraft, part of…

California: California Governor Gavin Newsom had vetoed a landmark ‘AI safety bill’ that aimed to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within the state. The bill, sought to implement stringent transparency and accountability measures for companies developing and deploying AI systems. The bill mandated regular audits, risk assessments, and data privacy protections to ensure that AI technologies are used ethically and do not contribute to biases or harm. In his statement, Newsom stated that, the bill “does not take into account whether an Al system is deployed in high-risk environments, involves critical decision-making or the use of sensitive…

Lebanon: The Israeli military has claimed to have launched many airstrikes across Lebanon against the Hezbollah, following the assassination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah in a suburb in southern Beirut. The Lebanon’s National News Agency reported that at least 11 people were killed in an air raid on a house in the town of Ain in the Bekaa Valley in the northeast. It stated that a violent air raid was carried out by Israeli warplanes a short while ago on an area between Shiyah and Ghobeiry in Beirut’s southern suburb, as smoke was seen rising in the sky and ambulances…

New Jersey: FIFA has revealed the venues for the 2025 Club World Cup, with New Jersey selected to host the highly anticipated final. This edition of the tournament will mark a significant expansion, featuring 32 teams competing for the prestigious title. FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed the lineup of venues for the revamped tournament. The expanded tournament, showcasing top clubs from around the globe, will take place across the United States from June 15 to July 13. A total of 12 venues will be utilized for the tournament, with only two located on the West Coast: The Rose Bowl in…