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Germany: Germany has intensified border checks following a fatal knife attack in Solingen in August, where three people were killed. The suspect, a Syrian national who was a refugee and was facing banishment, is linked to the Islamic State group, which claimed the reason for the attack. The German government, under pressure to pick up stricter immigration policies, will introduce the new border measures on 16 September, lasting for six months. This announcement adheres to significant electoral gains by the far-right, anti-immigration party, Alternative for Germany (AfD). Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasized that the government is facing curbing back-door migration…

United States: The U.S. presidential race is shaping up to be a tight contest between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, according to newly released polls. With only two days until the highly anticipated debate, both candidates are neck-and-neck, setting the stage for a pivotal moment in the 2024 campaign. A New York Times/Siena College poll shows Trump leading Harris nationally by a razor-thin margin, 48% to 47%, with the result well within the margin of error. Despite facing legal battles and his controversial efforts to overturn the 2020 election, Trump continues to command unwavering support from…

Hama Province, Syria: As per Syria’s state news agency, SANA, the Israeli Attack Killed at Least 14 people and injured 43 others. The attack reportedly targeted military sites near the city of Masyaf, causing extreme material damage and igniting fires. SANA reports clarified that the Israeli missiles were launched from the direction of northwestern Lebanon, with Syrian air defence systems intercepting some of the missiles. The updated toll of casualties represents a sharp rise from earlier reports of five dead and 19 wounded. Many of the injured are in critical condition, according to a local health official. The director of…

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…