Trump Promises $5,000 Payout to Every Adult if GOP Wins Midterms
Donald Trump promises a $5,000 payment to every adult American if Republicans win both chambers of Congress, raising questions over funding and federal costs
Bessent Backs US Financial Power as Foreign Policy Tool
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls for greater use of America’s financial power in foreign policy, citing Argentina and Japan as examples of economic diplomacy
Cuba Rejects US Talks as Economic Pressure and Blackouts Worsen
Cuba rejects immediate talks with the US as fuel shortages, power outages and economic pressure worsen amid continued sanctions and strained relations
Netanyahu Orders Removal of Unauthorised West Bank Settler Outposts
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu orders removal of unauthorised West Bank outposts amid US pressure over settler violence and coalition tensions
Pentagon Withdraws Testosterone Screening Guidance for US Troops
The Pentagon temporarily withdraws new testosterone screening guidance for US troops while reviewing clinical rules, with the broader screening plan remaining
Australia, US Strengthen Defence Ties as China Expands Pacific Role
Australia and the US strengthen defence cooperation and Pacific support as China expands its economic and security influence across the Indo-Pacific region
Putin Says Russia Is Winning as Ukraine Peace Talks Remain Stalled
Putin says Russia is advancing in Ukraine as peace talks remain stalled, with Moscow keeping negotiations open while preparing for continued military action
Movers & Shakers
Apple Names John Ternus CEO as AI Becomes the Company's Top Priority
John Ternus becomes Apple CEO as the company faces rising AI competition and works to strengthen Apple Intelligence, custom chips and...
Women's Day Special: 10 Women Leaders Redefining Leadership
The global world is experiencing a significant shift in leadership in the field of politics, technology, finance, and international business as the world observes the International Women Day 2026. Women are not only holding powerful job...
Will Prices Rise? Trump’s 10% Global Tariffs & SCOTUS Ruling
There is no more controversial development in recent U.S. trade policy than the SCOTUS Tariff Ruling 2026, combined with President Donald Trump's introduction of a 10% global tariff on imports. By February 2026, the country is at a critical junct...