President Joe Biden is contemplating withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, sources say, while former President Donald Trump prepares to accept the Republican nomination with a major speech. On Thursday, the trajectories of the two candidates diverged...
Extreme Heat Wave Shuts Acropolis, Scorches Europe
Southern Europe is sweltering under an extreme heat wave, leading to significant disruptions and unprecedented temperatures. The Acropolis in Greece, one of the country's most iconic landmarks, was shut down for five hours on Wednesday due to soaring temperatures....
Mike Tyson’s Candid Reason for Fighting Jake Paul: A Quest for Glory
When the news broke that Mike Tyson would be boxing Jake Paul, many wondered why the legendary boxer would face off against a YouTuber-turned-boxer. The answer, as Tyson recently revealed in an interview with Esquire's Timothy Bella, is quintessentially Tyson. "Can I...
MLB Second-Half Preview: Key Storylines to Watch
As MLB's second half kicks off, there are numerous intriguing storylines shaping the rest of the season. From potential trades to rookie sensations, here’s everything you need to know. Trade Deadline Drama With the trade deadline approaching on July 30, teams must...
Trinidad Court Upholds ConocoPhillips’ $1.33 Billion Claim Against Venezuela
Trinidad and Tobago's High Court reaffirmed its decision on Thursday to recognize U.S. oil producer ConocoPhillips' arbitration claim against Venezuela. This ruling allows ConocoPhillips to potentially freeze payments to Venezuela from joint natural gas projects,...
NEWS INT: 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Chile
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck northern Chile on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake's epicenter was pinpointed 164 miles (265 kilometers) east of the coastal city of Antofagasta, occurring at a depth...
Von der Leyen Re-Elected as President of European Commission with Stronger Support
On Thursday, Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected as President of the European Commission with a significant majority of 401 out of 720 votes from European Parliament members, a far wider margin than her narrow win five years ago. Ursula von der Leyen secured a second...
Politician Injured, Wife Killed in Sint Maarten Shooting
On the evening of Wednesday, July 17, 2024, a tragic shooting occurred in the Cupecoy/Maho area of Sint Maarten, resulting in one fatality and two injuries. The Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) responded to a distress call at approximately 9:30 pm, discovering...
Venezuelan Farmers Boost Rice and Corn Production with Buyer-Funded Loans
Venezuelan farmers like Roberto Latini are experiencing a resurgence in rice and corn production, thanks to loans of fertilizers and seeds from agricultural guilds. Latini, who farms over 300 hectares in Portuguesa, attributes his ability to plant this season's crops...
NASCAR Decisions in Spotlight Amid Recent Driver Incidents
NASCAR has recently faced scrutiny over its handling of on-track incidents, with key decisions bringing clarity to what drivers can and can't do during races. In a Nashville truck race, Layne Riggs was penalized two laps for retaliating against Stefan Parsons,...