Former Bronx assemblyman Michael Blake joins crowded NYC mayoral race
Michael Blake, a former Bronx assemblyman and Obama White House aide, has officially announced his candidacy for New York City...
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EU targets Chinese firms in landmark sanctions over aid to Russia
The European Union is moving to impose visa bans and asset freezes on Chinese companies and individuals accused of supporting...
Egypt warns against regional escalation amid ongoing tensions
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty has issued a stark warning against escalating tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing Egypt's...
UAE authorities arrrest suspects in connection with murder of Moldovan national
The United Arab Emirates has apprehended three individuals suspected of involvement in the killing of Zvi Kogan, a Moldovan national...
China urges probing ‘common disputes’ amid wave of deadly attacks
Amid a string of violent crimes that have left dozens dead and injured, Chinese officials are calling for heightened scrutiny...
Trump finalizes key cabinet, security appointments
President-elect Donald Trump unveiled a wave of high-profile appointments over the weekend, rounding out his economic, healthcare, and national security...
G7 ministers meet in Italy amid global crises, US transition
Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) nations are meeting in the historic town of Fiuggi, Italy, for the...
Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price to N970 as Christmas gesture for Nigerians
Dangote Refinery has reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N990 per litre to...
Hezbollah escalates conflict with unprecedented missile barrage on Tel Aviv
Hezbollah launched an unprecedented attack on Tel Aviv and southern Israel on Sunday, deploying dozens of missiles and strike drones,...
UK warns of Russian cyber threat as NATO gathers in London
The Kremlin is poised to escalate cyber warfare against the United Kingdom and its allies to undermine support for Ukraine,...
Bolton slams Trump’s counterterrorism pick as ‘conman’
Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has sharply criticized Sebastian Gorka, the president-elect’s newly announced appointee to lead counterterrorism efforts,...
NY landlords to notify tenants of bedbug infestations under new law
New York landlords will soon be required to notify tenants of bedbug infestations within 72 hours, following a bill signed...
AU urges South Sudan to expedite participation in Tumaini peace talks
The African Union (AU) has called on South Sudan’s government to quickly engage in the Tumaini Initiative peace talks in...
Romania votes in presidential election poised for nationalist-leftist showdown
Romania have decided to head to the polls on November 24 for a presidential election that could set up a...
Saudi EXIM hosts global experts to tackle evolving trade risks
The Saudi Export-Import Bank (Saudi EXIM) convened global risk experts in Riyadh for the Berne Union's Country Risk Specialist Meeting,...
Philippine VP Duterte threatens to kill President Marcos
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte sparked shockwaves Saturday by publicly stating she had contracted an assassin to target President Ferdinand...
AU rejects Sudan’s return without civilian-led government
The African Union (AU) has reaffirmed its refusal to reinstate Sudan’s membership, suspended after the October 2021 military coup, until...
Russia expands scholarships for African in higher education push
Russia has announced a significant increase in scholarships for African students, continuing its efforts to strengthen ties with the continent...
Mayor Adams pledges support for community-led Roy Wilkins Park maanagement
Mayor Eric Adams hosted a dynamic Community Conversation in Jamaica, Queens, focusing on the city's progress, pressing issues, and ongoing...
NYC creates 15,000 apprenticeships, surpasses key workforce goal
New York City has created over 15,000 apprenticeship opportunities since 2021, Mayor Eric Adams announced, surpassing the halfway mark toward...
NATO, Ukraine to meet after Russia’s hypersonic missile strike
NATO and Ukraine are set to hold emergency talks following Russia's deployment of a new hypersonic missile on Thursday. The...
Court grants Chinese firm right to seize $25m Nigerian asset abroad
A British Islands court has authorized Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment to seize $25 million worth of Nigerian assets, marking another...
Judge allows Trump to seek dismissal of hush money case
A New York judge on Friday permitted Donald Trump to seek dismissal of his hush money case, with his lawyers...
EU reaffirms commitment to Middle East nuclear-free zone at IAEA board
The European Union has reiterated its unwavering support for the creation of a Middle East free of nuclear weapons and...
Mayor Adams unveils $1b labor deals for jobs, NYC infrastructure
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced two historic Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) with the Building & Construction Trades...
Bolsonaro indicted for alleged 2022 coup plot
Brazil’s federal police has announced the indictment of former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly conspiring to stage...
IAEA condemns Iran over nuclear cooperation as tensions mount
The U.N. nuclear watchdog on Thursday condemned Iran for failing to cooperate fully with its investigations into undeclared nuclear activities,...
NYCFC stadium to be named Etihad Park in $780M Queens development
New York City FC has announced that its new $780 million stadium in Queens, set to open in 2027, will...
Ukraine claims Russia fired ICBM in major missile strike
Ukraine has accused Russia of deploying an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) during a massive missile assault on November 21, marking...
Turkey investigates Mastercard, Visa over alleged market restrictions
Turkey’s Competition Authority has launched an investigation into global payment giants Mastercard and Visa over alleged anti-competitive practices in the...
Mali fires govt amid criticism of delayed civilian transition
Mali’s ruling military govt dismissed Prime Minister Choguel Maiga and his entire government on Wednesday, just days after Maiga publicly...
Senate rejects effort to block US arms sales to Israel amid Gaza crisis
The US Senate on Wednesday rejected three resolutions aimed at halting the sale of offensive arms to Israel, despite growing...
NYC staff shortages leave special education students without vital services, union claims
A recent survey by the city’s teachers union reveals that thousands of special education students are missing crucial services due...
Saudi Wealth Fund fuels rights abuses, silences critics
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), the nation’s primary sovereign wealth fund, of facilitating...
Mayor Adams honors transgender day of remembrance with landmark lighting
Mayor Eric Adams has announced that City Hall and several municipal buildings will be lit blue, pink, and white tonight...
NY Supreme Court allows Greenidge Bitcoin Miner to stay open, pending permit review
The New York Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Greenidge, a Bitcoin mining operation, allowing the company to continue...
UK announces change in visa centre management in Nigeria
The British High Commission in Nigeria has announced a shift in management at all its visa application centres across the...
Manhattan DA vows to pursue Trump case despite presidential immunity debate
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg signaled Tuesday that his office would continue its opposition to President-elect Donald Trump’s motion to...
UN faces US resistance on Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution demanding “an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in Gaza,...
Iraq begins first census in 37 years amid political tensions
Iraq has launched its first nationwide population census in 37 years, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to...
US sanctions Hamas Leaders in Turkey, Gaza amid escalating conflict
The Biden administration imposed fresh sanctions on Hamas on Tuesday, targeting six leaders accused of orchestrating fundraising and weapon smuggling...
Judge approves $320m fund for Rockville Centre Diocese abuse victims
A federal bankruptcy judge has approved a $320 million settlement plan for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre, marking...
Adams calls for urgent mental health reforms after fatal stabbing spree
Mayor Eric Adams spotlighted New York City’s critical mental health challenges following Monday’s fatal stabbing spree that left three people...
Kim Jong Un hails strengthened Russia partnership amid military ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has hailed the deepening partnership between Pyongyang and Moscow during a visit by Russian...
US envoy sees ceasefire chance in Israel-Hezbollah conflict
US envoy Amos Hochstein announced a "real opportunity" to end the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, signaling progress in...
Adams celebrates black excellence with key to city honors
At the Gracie Mansion Conservancy Annual Gala, New York City Mayor Eric Adams presented the Key to the City to...
NYC mayor unveils new policies to support migrants, save taxpayer dollars
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a series of new initiatives designed to support the city’s migrant population...
Russia vows retaliation over U.S. long-range missiles in Ukraine
Russia has issued a stark warning, vowing a “tangible” response if Ukraine uses U.S.-supplied long-range missiles against its territory. Moscow...
Mayor Adams declares drought warning, halts aqueduct repairs to conserve water
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala, escalated the city’s drought...
Hong Kong jails 45 pro-democracy activists in landmark security case
In a sweeping crackdown under Hong Kong’s national security law, 45 pro-democracy activists, including prominent figures, have been handed significant...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Supporting Small Business and Working-Class People Through M/WBEs
Since day one, our administration has had a clear mission: build a safer, more affordable city for working-class New Yorkers,...
Australian senator censured for heckling King Charles over colonial legacy
Australian lawmakers have censured Aboriginal senator Lidia Thorpe for heckling King Charles during his visit to Canberra last month, condemning...
Mali secures $160m in gold dispute after detaining British CEO Terry Holohan
Mali military government has struck a $160 million settlement with Australian mining company Resolute Mining, following the detention of its...
Gabon approves new constitution, marks shift to civilian rule
Gabon has taken a major step toward reestablishing civilian governance, with a referendum on a new constitution passing overwhelmingly by...
Kamala Harris town hall with Oprah cost a staggering $2.5m amid a $1.5b spending frenzy, new report reveals
The full cost of Vice President Kamala Harris recent town hall event with Oprah Winfrey reportedly reached a whopping $2.5...
Tackling healthcare disparities across New York City boroughs
Addressing health disparities in New York City (NYC) has become an urgent focus, as various neighborhoods face stark differences in...
Slovakians rally to defend democracy on Velvet Revolution anniversary
In a striking echo of the Velvet Revolution fight for freedom 35 years ago, thousands of Slovaks filled the streets...
OIC condemns Israel’s actions in Gaza as war crimes
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has condemned Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza as war crimes, calling on the...
New Delhi faces worst air pollution of season, schools closed
New Delhi has taken drastic measures to combat its worst air pollution this season, shutting down schools, halting construction, and...
Biden approves long-range missiles for Ukraine amid Russian-North Korean alliance
President Joe Biden has approved the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine to target Russian territory, a major shift...
