Floridians are beginning the long process of recovery after Hurricane Milton made landfall as a powerful Category 3 storm, cutting a destructive path across the state before weakening to a Category 1 hurricane. The storm left significant damage in its wake, especially...

Milton Slams Florida, Leaves Trail of Devastation Leaves 17 dead

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Israel Expands Ground Offensive in Southern Lebanon Amid Claims of Hezbollah Leadership Assassination
Israel has intensified its military operations in southern Lebanon by deploying a fourth division of troops in its ongoing fight against Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the death of Hashem Safieddine, a senior Hezbollah figure poised to succeed...

China’s Presence at Cambodia’s Ream Naval Base Sparks Concerns Over Regional Stability
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Hurricane Milton Intensifies to Category 5, Evacuations Underway Across Florida
Hurricane Milton has intensified back to a powerful Category 5 storm and is advancing toward Florida’s Central Gulf Coast. Though forecasted to weaken before landfall, Milton’s massive size will amplify its destructive reach, potentially impacting millions across the...

Misinformation in the Wake of Hurricane Milton Endangers Lives: Biden and Harris Respond to Trump’s False Claims
As Hurricane Milton barrels toward Florida with the strength of a Category 4 storm, misinformation swirling online threatens to compound the destruction already wrought by its predecessor, Hurricane Helene. In the midst of recovery efforts, former President Donald...

ActiveMirror Breaks Through: Indie Alt-Rock Band Joins Taco Bell’s Feed The Beat Ahead of New Album Release
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Colombian Properties Meant for Conflict Victims Illegally Occupied by Politicians
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US Supreme Court to Rule on Mexico’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against American Gun Manufacturers
The US Supreme Court announced on Friday that it will determine whether to block a $10 billion lawsuit filed by the Mexican government against several major American gun manufacturers and distributors. Mexico alleges that these companies, including Colt, Glock, Smith...

DEA Delays Reporting Torture by Latin American Allies, Watchdog Finds
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is under fire from a federal government watchdog for not reporting human rights abuses by its Latin American law enforcement partners in a timely manner. According to a memorandum from the Justice Department’s Office of...

Explosion Near Karachi Airport Kills Two, Injures Ten in Suspected Attack Targeting Chinese Nationals
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Hurricane Milton Set to Strengthen, Florida Prepares for Landfall
Hurricane Milton, currently gathering strength in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it moves toward Florida. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has warned that Milton could become a major hurricane, threatening Florida's west coast just...

Gang Attack in Haiti Claims 70 Lives, Including Infants
In a devastating act of violence, members of the Gran Grif gang attacked the town of Pont-Sondé in central Haiti on Thursday, leaving at least 70 people dead, including three infants. The United Nations Human Rights Office confirmed the attack, which also resulted in...

Dominican Republic to Deport Up to 10,000 Haitians Weekly, Citing Migration Concerns
The Dominican Republic has announced plans to intensify the deportation of Haitian migrants, with up to 10,000 individuals set to be expelled each week. The move was confirmed by government spokesman Homero Figueroa on Wednesday, as the country grapples with what it...

Israeli Airstrike Reportedly Hits Beirut, Triggering Explosions Near Airport
Beirut was rocked by a series of explosions today, with reports indicating that an Israeli airstrike targeted an area close to the city’s international airport. The blasts sent plumes of smoke rising over the southern parts of the Lebanese capital, sparking fear and...

Over 100 Individuals Prepare to File New Allegations Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
More than 100 men and women are preparing to file civil suits against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, according to Houston-based attorney Tony Buzbee. During a press conference on Tuesday, Buzbee announced that his firm, The Buzbee Law Firm, along with the AVA Law...
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Canada Seeks European Defense Partnerships Amid U.S. Tensions
In a strategic move reflecting shifting geopolitical dynamics, Canada is actively pursuing closer defense industry collaborations with the European Union (EU). This initiative aims to diversify Canada's defense procurement sources, reducing longstanding reliance on...

Djokovic’s PTPA Takes Legal Action Against Tennis Governing Bodies
A major legal battle has erupted in professional tennis as the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), co-founded by Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against the sport’s governing bodies. The lawsuit, submitted in the U.S....

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The 2025 Formula 1 season kicked off with a dramatic start at the Australian Grand Prix, where McLaren emerged as the dominant force. Despite unpredictable weather conditions making it difficult to assess the true pace of the teams, Red Bull team principal Christian...

European Defense Expansion Hit by Chinese Resource Restrictions
Europe’s efforts to strengthen its defense industry are already facing setbacks due to Chinese export restrictions on critical metals. These restrictions pose a direct challenge to Europe’s rearmament plans, as the continent’s military production relies heavily on...

Is Russia’s Temporary Ceasefire a Cover for a Larger Deal?
In a move that has sparked both hope and skepticism, Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to halt strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure for 30 days following a 90-minute phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump. The Kremlin presented this as a step...