With Donald Trump now elected to a second term as U.S. President, there are renewed questions surrounding America’s commitment to support Ukraine, especially given his public statements expressing a desire to reassess America’s foreign commitments. Ukraine’s decision to relinquish its nuclear weapons in 1994, under the Budapest Memorandum, secured assurances from the U.S., the U.K.,…
In a move that has stirred international outcry, Iran has opened a mental health facility in Tehran, dubbed the “Clinic for Quitting Hijab Removal,” aimed at “treating” women and girls who resist the country’s compulsory hijab laws. This clinic, the latest tool of enforcement by the Islamic Republic, is part of an ongoing crackdown on…
ZHuhai, China, November 12, 2024 — A horrific scene unfolded in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai on Monday night when a 62-year-old man drove his car into a crowd, killing 35 people and injuring 43 others. The crowd had gathered near a popular sports center, where they were exercising and marching in unison along a…
LONDON, November 12, 2024 — Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, announced his resignation on Tuesday following an independent review that criticized his response to abuse allegations against John Smyth, a figure described as “the most prolific serial abuser” linked to the Church of England. The report revealed that Welby, who became aware of the claims…
November 12, 2024 — President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement that former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee would be nominated as the next U.S. ambassador to Israel has sparked praise from some of Israel’s far-right political leaders. Israel’s National Security Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, expressed strong support for the nomination on social media, sharing emojis of the U.S. and…
Washington, D.C., November 12, 2024 — The United States will not withhold military aid to Israel, the State Department confirmed Tuesday, reversing an earlier warning that aid could be contingent on improved humanitarian conditions in Gaza. The Biden administration had previously given Israel a 30-day window to enhance aid access to Gaza, with the potential for…
Trump Announces Key Appointments: Ratcliffe for CIA, Noem for Homeland Security, Witkoff as Mideast Envoy, Huckabee for Israel Ambassador November 12, 2024 — President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled significant appointments for his forthcoming administration, selecting John Ratcliffe as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security, real…
Washington, D.C., November 12, 2024 — Republican lawmakers returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday, energized by their recent victories in the White House and Senate and now close to reclaiming a House majority. Should the GOP secure the House, they will gain complete control over the federal government, setting the stage for significant policy shifts across…
BOSTON, November 12, 2024 — In a case that has raised questions about security and trust within the U.S. military, Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in prison for leaking highly classified information online. Teixeira, who was part of the 102nd Intelligence Wing, admitted to sharing sensitive materials on…
MEQUON, Wis. (Nov 12, 2024) — Wisconsin’s manufacturing sector is set to take a hit as Hultafors Group North America, LLC announced plans to close its Mequon facility in early 2025, resulting in the layoff of approximately 45 employees. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retention Notification (WARN) submitted to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development,…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — November 11, 2024 — The Wisconsin Supreme Court engaged in intense debates over the state’s controversial 175-year-old abortion ban on Monday, as liberal and conservative justices exchanged sharp critiques during oral arguments. The high-stakes discussion centered around the efforts of Sheboygan County’s Republican District Attorney, Joel Urmanski, to reinstate the ban after…
In the wake of recent elections, Wisconsin State Senator Devin LeMahieu has been re-elected as the Republican majority leader, continuing his representation of Manitowoc, Sheboygan, and Fond du Lac counties, a role he has held since 2015. LeMahieu’s reappointment to the leadership position comes as the Wisconsin Senate adjusts to a shift in the political…