Author: Andrew Rogers

The US military has launched another strike against an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean Sea, killing three people, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed on Saturday. Hegseth said the targeted vessel was operated by a US-designated terrorist organization, though he did not name the group. He described the strike as part of ongoing efforts to curb the flow of narcotics to the United States. This marks at least the 15th US military strike in the Caribbean or eastern Pacific since early September. The operations have now killed at least 64 people. Hegseth stated on X that intelligence indicated the vessel…

The UK government is reportedly considering a 20% tax on assets for wealthy individuals who decide to leave the country. The move, described as a “settling-up charge,” could generate around £2 billion for public finances and would align Britain with most other G7 nations. Currently, expats pay 20% capital gains tax on the sale of UK property and land valued at £6,000 or more. However, other assets, including shares in many companies, are exempt once individuals move abroad. Under the new plans, the 20% charge would apply to these assets at the time of exit. A government source confirmed that…

Millions of innocent civilians have been killed in Sudan’s two-year-long armed conflict. Once close allies, army chief General Abdel Fattah Burhan and RSF leader General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo are now fighting for control, turning the capital Khartoum, Darfur, and several other regions into battlegrounds. Human rights groups claim that the prolonged war is being sustained with foreign support. The United Arab Emirates has been identified as a key supplier. UAE’s controversial role is linked to the RSF-controlled gold mines, though Abu Dhabi has repeatedly denied the allegations. During the war, the RSF has received weapons and fuel from various suppliers,…

Venezuela faces rising tensions as President Nicolás Maduro arms millions of citizens and prepares militias while the Trump administration reportedly plans military strikes against the country. Analysts say Maduro is training over three million Venezuelans to resist foreign intervention. In a strategy reminiscent of Saddam Hussein’s Fedayeen forces before the 2003 Iraq war, Maduro is organizing and preparing his militias in advance, though on a much larger scale. The Venezuelan president has also sought support from Russia, China, and Iran to strengthen the country’s weak defense system. Meanwhile, U.S. media reports claim the Trump administration has decided to target Venezuelan…

The city of Al Fasher in Sudan has become a scene of extreme violence, with killings, rape, and looting reported across the region. Paramilitary forces of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have seized control of the city and blocked all humanitarian aid from entering. Since the RSF took over Al Fasher, at least 62,000 residents have fled the city and surrounding areas. The humanitarian crisis is not limited to Darfur; northern Kordofan is also facing severe distress, with thousands displaced due to insecurity and attacks on civilians. Reports indicate that streets are littered with bodies as RSF members carry out…

New Jersey voters are heading into an unpredictable governor’s race that has become a test of national politics. Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli are facing off in one of only two gubernatorial contests this year. With early voting already underway, the tight race is drawing national attention as a sign of what may come in the 2026 midterm elections. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy pilot and federal prosecutor, currently serves in Congress. Her opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, is a businessman and former state lawmaker making his third bid for governor. This time, he has the backing of former president…

Former President Barack Obama reached out to New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani on Saturday, offering personal support and advice but stopping short of a formal endorsement. The Barack Obama Zohran Mamdani call lasted about 30 minutes and drew attention across the political world for its rare mix of warmth and caution. According to reports, Obama praised Mamdani’s campaign and told him he admired the energy and passion driving his run for mayor. The 34-year-old Democrat, who has attracted national attention for his progressive platform, reportedly welcomed the conversation as an important sign of confidence from the former president. During…

As Barack Obama returned to the stage in Virginia, the atmosphere felt electric. The former president spoke to thousands of cheering supporters, reminding Americans why his words once united the country. His latest Barack Obama campaign speech showed that even after years away from office, his voice still carries unmatched influence within the Democratic Party. The rally took place in a sports arena in Norfolk, Virginia, where more than 7,000 people gathered to hear him. Obama’s entrance brought loud cheers, waves of flags, and shouts of affection from the crowd. “We love you! We miss you!” echoed across the hall.…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had privately apologized to U.S. President Donald Trump over a political advertisement promoting anti-tariff messages. Carney also confirmed he had advised Ontario Premier Doug Ford not to run the ad. Speaking to reporters Saturday after attending an Asia-Pacific summit in South Korea, Carney confirmed he apologized to Trump during a dinner hosted by South Korea’s president on Wednesday. “I did apologize to the president,” Carney said, echoing remarks Trump made on Friday. Carney added that he had reviewed the advertisement with Ford before it aired but had opposed its use. “I told Ford…

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has reported its strongest growth since 2022, posting a 20% revenue increase year over year despite a recent global outage that disrupted services from banks to smart home devices. The cloud division generated $33 billion in net sales in the third quarter, exceeding Wall Street expectations of $32.42 billion. CEO Andy Jassy said the performance reflects unprecedented growth for AWS. “AWS is growing at a pace we haven’t seen since 2022,” he stated in a release accompanying the earnings report. The results pushed Amazon’s stock up nearly 9% in after-hours trading. Amazon’s overall revenue reached $180.17…