De Beers: Shaping the Future of Diamonds with Transparency, Innovation, and Responsibility
A Legacy Reimagined for a New Era For more than a century, De Beers has defined the global diamond story. Today, the company is re-examining that legacy through openness and innovation — addressing questions about its past and leading ethical…
Louvre Jewel Heist: Two Suspects Arrested as One Tried to Flee France
Louvre Jewel Heist: Arrests Made as Suspect Nabbed at Airport French authorities have arrested two suspects believed to be connected to the audacious jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The arrests came just as one of the men…
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A Global Voice for Inner Peace and Humanitarian Action
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is widely regarded as one of the most influential spiritual and humanitarian leaders of the modern era. He is best known as the founder of The Art of Living Foundation, through which he has promoted inner…
Internet Suspended in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong Amid Unrest
The Assam government has suspended mobile internet and data services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong following a serious law and order situation, citing concerns over the spread of rumours and inflammatory content.
H-1B Visa Rule Changes: Why Infosys, TCS and Other IT Stocks Are Under Pressure
Indian IT stocks such as Infosys and TCS are under pressure as markets react to concerns over changes in US H-1B visa rules and their potential impact on costs and staffing.
Deadly Saudi Bus Crash Claims 42 Indian Pilgrims: Understanding the Umrah Ritual
Deadly Mecca–Madinah Highway Crash Claims Lives of 42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims A major tragedy unfolded on the Mecca–Madinah highway early Monday, where at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims were killed after their bus collided with a diesel tanker. The impact…
Trump Rejects Israeli West Bank Annexation Efforts Amid U.S. Peace Strategy
Introduction U.S. President Donald Trump has firmly dismissed recent efforts by some Israeli lawmakers to annex the West Bank, stating unequivocally that Israel is “not going to do anything” with the territory. This declaration comes after Israel’s Knesset approved a…
President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza
On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…
How the Election Upended Debate Inside the Catholic Church
In the current presidential race, Catholicism has emerged as a crucial factor, and its influence on the election could have lasting implications. Both political campaigns are clearly attuned to the importance of the Catholic vote. Democrats, for instance, are concerned…
North Korea’s Nuclear-Powered Submarine Program: A Game Changer for Global Security
North Korea’s burgeoning nuclear-powered submarine program has recently made headlines, with reports from South Korean military and National Assembly sources confirming that construction is underway on the country’s first nuclear-powered vessel. Set to reshape the strategic landscape, these submarines could…
Netherlands to Acquire 46 German Leopard 2A8 Tanks: A Strategic Move for the Future?
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has confirmed plans to acquire 46 advanced Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks from Germany, set for delivery between 2027 and 2030. This move comes as part of the country’s effort to restore its armoured warfare…
Democrats’ Struggle with the Male Vote: A Policy Blindspot
With the 2024 election approaching, the battle for male voters has heated up. While young women are largely expected to support the Democrats, young men remain an unpredictable demographic, with some polls even showing double-digit support for the Trump-Vance ticket….
How North Korean Artillery Supplies Strengthened Russia’s War Effort
North Korea’s significant role in supplying artillery to Russia has come into sharp focus, revealing the crucial impact these shipments have had on the ongoing war in Ukraine. Estimates show that Pyongyang has provided nearly 6 million rounds of artillery…
Here’s What Kamala Harris Needs to Do to Win Over the Middle Ground Voters
With the iconic “Vehicle City” sign behind her, Vice President Kamala Harris stood last week in Michigan’s heartland, an emblem of the American auto industry. Her speech skillfully tailored to the blue-collar workers of the Midwest, emphasized a clear message…
Everything Is Awesome (Again!)
The public might be grumbling, and politicians may be painting pictures of doom and gloom, but here’s a refreshing dose of reality: America is thriving. As The Economist boldly proclaimed on its cover this week, the United States is once…
Could Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Have Been Prevented? NATO’s Outgoing Chief Thinks So
As Jens Stoltenberg bid farewell to his decade-long tenure as NATO’s secretary general, his thoughts turned to one significant regret: the West’s failure to provide Ukraine with more robust military support after Russia’s initial incursions in 2014. On his final…
What to Know About Hurricane Leslie and Its Path
As Hurricane Leslie continues its journey across the Atlantic, here’s the latest on its trajectory and potential impact. Current StatusAccording to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Leslie is moving northwest at approximately 10 mph. As of 4 a.m. EST Sunday,…
Mapping the Carville Era: From Bill Clinton’s Alter Ego to Joe Biden’s Bête Noire
James Carville, often seen sporting his signature pink USMC hoodie, seems more jittery than usual as he waits in the lobby of an opera house in Telluride, Colorado. The event: the premiere of a documentary about his political career, marriage,…
Japan’s Role in a New Korean War: An Analysis of Strategic Cooperation and Military Contributions
As North Korea continues to expand its nuclear and missile capabilities, coupled with the growing threat of China’s potential invasion of Taiwan, East Asia’s security landscape is increasingly complex. The recent creation of the Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework, involving the…
What Harris and Trump Miss About the Border
Remarkably, in the heated lead-up to the U.S. presidential election, “Mexico” is barely mentioned. While the southern border and immigration dominate political discourse, Mexico—the other side of the border—seems to have vanished from the conversation. It’s treated as a mythical…