Author: Trainee Reporter

Paris: The Paralympic Games came to a conclusion in Paris with a dazzling light show and an energetic dance party that celebrated the athletes and their remarkable achievements over the past two weeks. The Stade de France was filled with cheers and celebrations, despite the rainy weather, as more than 4,400 athletes from 168 nations joined the festivities, followed by some of the best French electronic dance music. Tony Estanguet, chief organizer of Paris 2024 and a former gold medalist in canoeing, communicated with the crowd during the closing ceremony. He(Estanguet) praised the success of both the Olympics and Paralympics,…

Beita, West Bank – The United Nations has called for a “full investigation” into the fatal shooting of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a 26-year-old US-Turkish national, during a protest in the occupied West Bank. Eygi was reportedly shot and killed by Israeli forces while participating in a weekly demonstration against the expansion of Jewish settlements in the town of Beita, near Nablus. Eyewitnesses and local media reported that two shots were fired during the protest, which ultimately led to Eygi’s death. Israel’s military confirmed they are “looking into reports that a foreign national was killed” and are investigating the circumstances. Stéphane…

Washington DC: Harris campaign welcomes Richard Bruce Cheney aka Dick Cheney’s support backed by the confirmation of his vote for the Democrats’ Kamala Harris in November’s presidential election. Campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon stated that Vice President Harris is proud to have the support of former Vice President Cheney and deeply respects his courage to prioritize the country over party. Cheney’s backing of Harris adds him to a growing number of Republicans who have voiced concerns about the candidacy of former President Donald Trump. The former vice president’s endorsement aligns with the stance of his daughter, Liz Cheney, who has…

Jakarta, Indonesia: Pope Francis and Grand Imam Nasaruddin Umar have signed a declaration on religious harmony, urging global peace and cooperation across faiths during a landmark event at Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta. This came during Pope Francis’ visit to Indonesia, the first stop and final day of his 11-day tour across the Asia-Pacific region.  Speaking at the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, Pope Francis stressed the importance of unity among different faiths, saying, “We are all brothers, all pilgrims, all on our way to God, beyond what differentiates us.” The 87-year-old Pope also addressed the global crisis caused by war,…

United States: President Joe Biden is reportedly preparing to block Japan’s Nippon Steel $15 billion takeover of US Steel, a move that has sparked controversy over potential job losses and fears of discouraging foreign investment in the US. The deal, announced last year, has created one of the largest steel companies outside of China and was initially seen as a solution to US Steel’s financial struggles. However, it quickly met resistance from politicians and the US Steelworkers union, who opposed the sale of the 123-year-old company to foreign interests. Shares in US Steel dropped nearly 20 percent following news of…

Washington DC: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing to introduce a significant tax deduction designed to support small business growth as part of her ongoing presidential campaign. The new plan, announced in New Hampshire, will allow new small businesses to claim up to $50,000 in tax deductions. The tax deductions is a significant increase from the current $5,000 limit. This move is part of her broader strategy to strengthen her economic credentials in the tightly contested presidential race. During a campaign stop in Savannah, Georgia, last week, Harris highlighted the importance of small businesses, calling their growth one of…

Washington: In August, Americans’ optimism grew slightly about the economy, despite lingering concerns about the labor market. The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index rose to 103.3, up from a revised 101.9 in July, with improvements in both current conditions and future expectations. Dana Peterson, Chief Economist at the Conference Board, explained, “Consumers had mixed feelings in August. They felt better about business conditions but were more worried about the job market.” She noted that while people still viewed the current labor situation positively, they were less hopeful about future job opportunities, likely due to recent unemployment increases. Expectations for future income…

Spain: Katy Perry is under investigation in Spain for reportedly filming a music video in a fragile ecosystem of sand dunes in the Balearic Islands, potentially without the required authorisation. Katy Perry’s music video ‘Lifetimes’ features her enjoying the beaches and clubs of Ibiza and Formentera, but certain scenes shot in the sensitive sand dunes of S’Espalmador, a protected area in Formentera, have sparked concerns. According to the Spanish government, the production company behind Katy Perry’s video did not secure the required permissions, leading to the probe. Perry herself has not publicly addressed the issue or responded to the claims.…

Japan: Fumio Kishida, Japan’s prime minister, has decided not to run for re-election as head of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), paving the way for a new prime minister to lead the country. Following his decision not to seek re-election as president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will step aside, allowing for the selection of a new leader of the world’s third-largest economy next month. His decision brings to a close a three-year administration characterised by controversy, record-high defence spending, and soaring living expenses. Kishida commented that, “In this presidential election, it is…

U.S: As part of efforts to address historical injustices, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for Africa to be granted a permanent seat on the UN Security Council. The Security Council, which includes China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States as its five permanent members, has long faced criticism for failing to adequately reflect the post-World War II reality that left much of Africa under colonial rule. Guterres stated that,”The world has changed since 1945. But the composition of the Council, despite a few changes, has not kept pace.” The body’s ten non-permanent members are chosen based…