Politics: International News & Analysis

Panama pulls out from China deal as Trump threatens to reimpose US control over the Panama Canal.

Admin / February 3, 2025

Panama Canal was built by the US in the early 20th century and handed over to Panama in 1999. After returning to office, Donald Trump threatened to take the Canal back from Panama, claiming China’s control over it. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday, February 2, warned Panama’s President that Washington will “take measures necessary” if Panama does not immediately take steps to end China’s influence and control over the Panama Canal.

Trump’s Tariffs On Canada And Mexico May Affect Everything From Avocados To Cars

Admin / January 31, 2025

The tariffs would also invite retaliation. Doug Ford, the premier of Ontario, has already vowed to counterpunch by pulling American alcohol off store shelves in the Canadian province – no idle threat; Canada is the world’s No. 2 market for America’s distilled spirits (behind the 27-nation European Union).

Global Markets, International News

While US Slept Today, Markets In Asia And Europe Gained As The Dollar Strengthened

Admin / January 31, 2025

In economic data, U.S. jobless claims fell to 207,000, beating estimates, while economic growth slowed to 2.3% in Q4, down from 3.1% and below expectations of 2.6%. President Trump confirmed 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports starting February 1.

Economy, International News, Spotlight

Europe battles Historic flooding after triple storm assault.

Admin / January 31, 2025

The town of Redon, surrounded by rivers and marshes, has been underwater since the arrival of Storm Ivo. Mayor Pascal Duchene remarked, “It’s highly likely the peak won’t be reached today, but it will be in the next few days,” indicating mounting concerns as the Vilaine river approaches historic flood levels last seen in 2001.

International News, Spotlight

State of emergency has been extended by Myanmar’s military government in support of election preparations.

Admin / January 31, 2025

No date has been set for the election but the junta is forging ahead with plans, despite struggling to run the country as it tries to fend off on multiple fronts an armed rebellion with its roots in a youth-led uprising that was put down by the military with deadly force.

International News

Putin said the Russia-Ukraine agreement will guarantee long-term security

Admin / January 30, 2025

Any potential peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine, should guarantee the long-term security of both countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday.

Focus on Africa, International News, Most Popular

The UK Warns Rwanda That Aid Could Be Jeopardized By Its Involvement In The DRC Crisis.

Admin / January 30, 2025

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels captured Goma, a city of two million people in the DRC, on Monday, ignoring widespread calls for them to halt their offensive and enact a ceasefire

International News, Spotlight

DOZENS REPORTED DEAD AS AN AMERICAN PLANE ATEMPTING TO LAND COLIDED WITH A US MILITERY PLANE IN WASHINTON DC

Admin / January 30, 2025

American Airlines confirmed 60 passengers and four crew members were aboard the jet. The helicopter, on a training flight, was carrying three soldiers, a U.S. official said.

Global Markets, International News, Most Popular, TECHNOLOGY

DeepSeek AI: Why US and Australia call it a security risk

Admin / January 29, 2025

DeepSeek, a chatbot developed by a Hangzhou-based startup, has rapidly emerged as a formidable competitor in the AI industry, long dominated by Western tech giants

BUSINESS NEWS, International News, Most Popular

Elon Musk’s X To Introduce Its First Digital Wallet In Collaboration With Visa

Admin / January 29, 2025

Visa has been announced as the first partner for the platform’s upcoming “X Money Account” service, expected to launch later this year, according to a post from X CEO Linda Yaccarino on Tuesday. The service will enable in-platform digital wallets and peer-to-peer payments linked to users’ debit cards, with an option to transfer funds directly to bank accounts.