In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have located the world’s largest known coral in the remote southwest Pacific Ocean, near the Solomon Islands. This massive coral specimen, spanning over 100 feet and estimated to be more than 300 years old, was identified...
World’s Largest Coral Discovered in the Southwest Pacific, Visible from Space
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Political Crisis in Haiti Escalates Amid Violence and Prime Minister’s Dispute
Haiti’s mounting political turmoil deepened Monday as a new prime minister was controversially appointed, triggering fresh tensions in a nation already grappling with gang violence and social instability. The transitional council announced businessman Alix Didier...
Spain Prepares for New Storms Amid Political Fallout from Deadly Floods
Spain is bracing for more severe weather as political tensions rise in the aftermath of last month’s devastating floods, which killed over 200 people and caused billions in damages. Fresh warnings for heavy rain, high waves, and strong winds have put regions like...
Shell Wins Appeal Over Emission Reduction Mandate
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Haitian Prime Minister Removed Amid Ongoing National Crisis
In a critical shift for Haiti, Prime Minister Garry Conille has been dismissed by the country’s transitional council, intensifying an already turbulent political scene marked by widespread violence and a humanitarian crisis. Conille, a former United Nations official...
Cuba Shaken by Hundreds of Aftershocks Following Major Earthquake
Following a powerful earthquake that struck eastern Cuba, the country has experienced an ongoing series of aftershocks, with 495 recorded by late Sunday. More than 20 of these aftershocks have been felt in the province of Granma, causing residents to remain on high...
China’s Bold Plan to Cut Hidden Debt and Revive Local Economies
In a sweeping effort to reduce the strain of hidden debt on its economy, China has launched a debt restructuring plan designed to bring local government finances into clearer view. This move, approved by policymakers in Beijing, involves a substantial 6 trillion yuan...
Europe Faces New Trade Challenges: How the EU Could Tackle Trump’s Tariff Threats
With Donald Trump’s recent election win, European leaders are grappling with the potential for renewed tariffs on EU exports to the United States. Throughout his campaign, Trump proposed a blanket 10% to 20% tariff on all U.S. imports and a steep increase in tariffs...
Maduro Braces for Trump’s Return, as Pressure Builds on Venezuela’s Dictator
With Donald Trump’s re-election campaign focused on taking a hard line against dictators and rebuilding American strength abroad, Venezuela’s embattled leader Nicolás Maduro is preparing for what could be a challenging few years if Trump returns to the White House....
Pegasus and Colombia: The Urgency for Transparency in the Use of Surveillance Technology
The controversy surrounding the Pegasus spyware has raised concerns in Colombia about the use of surveillance tools and their potential impact on constitutional rights. Recent reports from sources within the White House indicate that the United States financed the...
Amsterdam Hologram of Murdered Sex Worker Seeks Justice in Cold Case
In a striking move, Amsterdam police have set up a hologram of a young sex worker in the city's red-light district, hoping to uncover clues in the unsolved murder of Bernadette “Betty” Szabo. Szabo, a 19-year-old Hungarian woman, was tragically killed in 2009, a few...
Dominican Republic Seizes Second Largest Drug Shipment in Its History: Over Two Tons of Cocaine
The Dominican Republic's National Drug Control Directorate (DNCD) seized a historic shipment of 2,198 packages of suspected cocaine, weighing approximately 2.2 tons, at the Multimodal Caucedo Port on Saturday. This operation marks the second-largest drug seizure in...
Dozens of Cars Belonging to Schiphol Travelers Destroyed in Major Fire in Rijsenhout
Rijsenhout, North Holland – A large fire engulfed dozens of vehicles on a parking lot in Rijsenhout, a small village just south of Schiphol Airport. Between forty and fifty cars were reportedly destroyed, all belonging to travelers who had left their vehicles parked...
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Bartolomé Masó, Cuba
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Bartolomé Masó in Cuba's Granma province on Sunday morning, November 10, 2024, according to initial reports from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) and the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The...
Amsterdam Bans Protests After Violent Attacks on Israeli Soccer Fans
In response to a spate of violent incidents targeting Israeli soccer fans, the city of Amsterdam has imposed a three-day ban on public demonstrations. The decision comes after several fans of Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv football club were attacked late Thursday,...
After Trump’s Victory, U.S. Women Look to South Korean 4B Movement as Frustrations Mount
Following Donald Trump’s re-election victory over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, a wave of disappointment and frustration is sweeping across the United States. Many liberal women are feeling a profound sense of disenfranchisement, particularly given that Trump’s...
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Transfer of Panama Canal Port Operations to BlackRock Highlights Changing Geopolitical Landscape
Photo: AFP In a significant geopolitical and economic development, a consortium led by U.S. investment firm BlackRock has agreed to acquire a majority stake in two pivotal ports at the Panama Canal from Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings. The $22.8...
Is Trump’s Speech a Signal of a Shift from Nationalism to Authoritarian Chauvinism?
Photo: AFP President Donald Trump’s March 4, 2025, address to Congress marked a significant departure from traditional nationalist rhetoric, venturing into a more extreme, authoritarian vision of America’s future. His speech laid out an agenda that not only reinforced...
Arab League’s $53 Billion Plan Aims to Preserve Gaza’s Demographics Amid Controversial U.S. Proposal
Photo: AFP In a decisive move reflecting regional unity and strategic vision, Arab leaders have collectively endorsed a $53 billion plan to reconstruct the Gaza Strip. This initiative, presented during an Arab League summit in Cairo, serves as a counterproposal to...
MLB Faces Looming Crisis: Lockout Expected After 2026 CBA Expiration
Major League Baseball (MLB) is on a collision course with another labor dispute, as the expiration of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) on December 1, 2026 is expected to trigger a lockout by team owners. The MLB Players Association (MLBPA), led by...
Geopolitical Currents: The Rising Stakes in East Asia’s Maritime Disputes
The Indo-Pacific region is currently witnessing heightened tensions, particularly in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea. These areas have become focal points of geopolitical friction, involving major global powers and raising concerns over regional stability....