US Deportations Reach Record High in 2024, Surpassing Trump’s First Term
Last year, US authorities deported over 271,000 undocumented immigrants, the highest number in nearly a decade
Lord Peter Mandelson Appointed UK Ambassador to the US Amid Key Diplomatic Shifts
Lord Mandelson, former Labour minister, has been appointed UK ambassador to the US, aiming to strengthen ties during the crucial transition.
EU Allocates €1 Million in Emergency Aid to Nigeria for Floods, Cholera Epidemic Response
The EU has allocated €1 million to support Nigeria’s response to floods and cholera, providing shelter, water, and healthcare services.
French President Emmanuel Macron Pays Tribute To Gisèle Pelicot Following Historic Rape Trial Verdict
French President Emmanuel Macron has commended Gisèle Pelicot’s courage and strength following the historic mass rape trial verdict.
Former Polish Deputy Justice Minister Granted Asylum In Hungary
Former Polish deputy minister Marcin Romanowski has been granted asylum in Hungary, citing political persecution under Poland’s government.
Malaysia To Resume Search For Missing Flight MH370 After Over A Decade
Malaysia plans to resume the search for missing Flight MH370, over a decade after its mysterious disappearance.
Prosecutors Seek Six-Year Sentence for Italian Deputy PM Salvini
A verdict is expected Friday in Matteo Salvini’s trial for kidnapping and dereliction of duty over a 2019 migrant rescue incident.
US Diplomats Arrive in Syria for First Visit Since Assad’s Ouster
US diplomats visit Syria for the first time since Assad’s ouster, seeking information on missing journalist Austin Tice.
US Senators Urge Biden To Extend TikTok Deadline Amid Legal Battle
US Senators have urged Biden to extend TikTok’s January 19 deadline as the Supreme Court reviews its potential ban.
Suspect In Killing Of Russian General Igor Kirillov Sent To Pre-Trial Detention
A Moscow court has ordered the suspect in Russian General Igor Kirillov’s killing to two months of pre-trial detention.
Ex-Husband of Gisèle Pelicot Receives 20 Years Sentence for Drugging and Raping Wife
A French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot to 20 years for drugging and raping his wife over nearly a decade.
Manhattan Resident Pleads Guilty to Role in Chinese Government’s Secret Police Station
Chen Jinping has admitted to conspiring with the Chinese government to create an undeclared police station in NYC
US Senate Approves Defence Bill Authorising Troop Pay Increase, Aims to Counter China’s Influence
The US Senate has passed a defence bill that boosts troop pay and includes measures to counter China’s growing power.
Amazon Workers to Strike at Several US Warehouses Amid Holiday Rush
Amazon employees have planned to stage strikes across multiple US warehouses during the peak holiday season to demand better conditions.
China, India Commit to Resolving Himalayan Border Dispute Post 2020 Standoff
China and India are set to pursue “fair and reasonable” solutions for their border dispute.
South Korea’s Yoon Prepared to Represent Himself in Legal Proceedings, Lawyer Reveals
South Korea’s President Yoon has reportedly expressed readiness to represent himself in court, according to his lawyer.
Uzbek Man Detained in Connection with Killing of Russian General Igor Kirillov
A 29-year-old Uzbek man has been detained over the assassination of Russian general Igor Kirillov in Moscow.
Naval Speedboat Collision Off Mumbai Coast Claims 13 Lives
A naval speedboat has collided with a passenger ferry off Mumbai’s coast, killing 13 people and leaving over 100 rescued.
US Supreme Court to Hear TikTok’s Appeal on Divest-or-Ban Law in January
The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on January 10 to decide the fate of the TikTok divest-or-ban law.
DR Congo Files Legal Complaints Against Apple in France and Belgium Over Use of Conflict Minerals
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium against Apple subsidiaries, accusing them of using conflict minerals.
