Author: Onu Akter

Lashed by cold winds and facing the gray waters of the North Sea, the sand dunes of Balmedie, Scotland, have long been a favorite spot for President Donald Trump. Now, at 79 and back in the White House, he’s making good on his 2023 pledge to expand his golf empire there. Trump arrived in Scotland on Friday for a five-day visit to celebrate the upcoming opening of a new golf course near Aberdeen. The course is set to officially open on August 13 and already has tee times available for booking. His son Eric Trump is expected to cut the…

A far-right Israeli minister sparked national and international backlash on Thursday after stating that Israel has no duty to relieve hunger in the Gaza Strip. His comments came as the humanitarian crisis worsens in the territory, where starvation is rising. Amichay Eliyahu, head of Israel’s Heritage Ministry, said in a radio interview that “there is no nation that feeds its enemies.” He compared the situation to historic wartime scenarios, referencing how Britain and the U.S. treated Axis powers during World War II. “The British didn’t feed the Nazis,” he claimed, adding that “the Russians don’t feed the Ukrainians now.” Eliyahu…

New South Wales politician Gareth Ward has been found guilty of multiple sexual assault charges, including the rape of a young political staffer. The 44-year-old state MP, who still holds his seat in the NSW parliament, was convicted by a jury on three counts of indecent assault and one count of rape. The verdict was delivered after three days of jury deliberations following a nine-week trial at the NSW District Court. The case centered around the accounts of two men who met Ward through political circles and were assaulted at his home between 2013 and 2015. The victims, aged 18…

With a September deadline approaching to keep the government funded, Democrats are facing a difficult choice: cooperate on spending bills crafted by Republicans and risk appearing to cave to President Donald Trump, or oppose them and risk triggering a government shutdown. Earlier this year, Democrats reluctantly supported a Republican-written stopgap funding bill. That vote, led by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and a handful of others, was meant to prevent a shutdown that could give the Trump administration more power over federal spending. However, the decision drew sharp criticism from Democratic voters and activists, who accused their leaders of giving…

Former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn announced on Thursday that he is launching a new political party, marking a bold return to the national stage. Corbyn, who led Labour through two general elections and was later expelled from the party, said the time had come to build something fresh alongside fellow former Labour MP Zarah Sultana. Although the group referred to their movement as “Your Party” during the initial announcement, they later said the name was still under discussion. In a joint statement, Corbyn and Sultana declared their intention to build a political force “rooted in our communities, trade unions…

President Donald Trump’s recent threat to impose 100% tariffs on countries that buy oil from Russia is unlikely to be carried out, according to several energy analysts and trade experts. The policy, which aims to pressure Moscow into agreeing to a peace deal with Ukraine within 50 days, faces strong headwinds due to its potential to cause a surge in global oil prices. The tariff proposal mirrors a similar warning issued in March against countries buying oil from Venezuela. That measure, however, has not been enforced, and Venezuela’s oil exports have risen sharply, especially to China. Trump said earlier this…

Health officials across the U.S. are raising concerns about possible cuts to a major overdose prevention program. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) may face up to $140 million in funding reductions. The affected program, known as Overdose Data to Action (OD2A), supports the fight against the opioid crisis. It funds tracking, treatment access, and emergency response efforts. OD2A began in 2019 and expanded under the current administration. It provides grants to 90 state and local health departments. With overdose deaths falling in 2023 for the first time in years, experts fear these cuts could reverse that progress.…

A couple’s wedding day turned into a powerful story of love and resilience as they exchanged vows at Barasoain Church, despite heavy rain and floodwaters rising inside the venue. On a rainy Tuesday morning in Malolos, Bulacan, longtime partners Jao Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar said “I do” inside the historic Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish – Barasoain Church. The ceremony went ahead even as floodwaters reached nearly a foot deep inside the building. As the bride walked down the aisle, her white gown trailed through the murky water. Guests, including close family and friends, watched with smiles and emotion…

China’s sewing machine industry is undergoing a major shift. Faced with weak local demand, many manufacturers are turning to smart technology to grow in overseas markets. This move is already paying off, with export sales on the rise. Jack Technology, a major name in the sector, celebrated its 30th anniversary on July 18 by launching an AI-powered sewing machine. This marks a major step forward in the company’s push toward innovation. It also shows how Chinese firms are evolving from offering cheap machines to building advanced, high-value products. Jack Tech’s growth reflects this trend. In the first quarter of this…

A child’s death from measles in the UK has triggered urgent calls to increase vaccination rates amid a rise in anti-vaccine misinformation, much of which is spreading from the United States via social media. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious health problems. It can be prevented by getting two doses of the MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps, and rubella, typically given in early childhood. On July 14, the UK Health Secretary confirmed in Parliament that a child had died from measles. Although no personal details were shared, media reports say the child was very…