Kamala Harris warns US standing on the line if voting rights legislation is not passed
Dec 28, 2021 08:31 am UTC| Politics
US Vice President Kamala Harris is leading the Biden administrations efforts in voting rights, as Republican-led states are looking to impose more restrictive voting laws. In her recent interview, Harris warned that the US...
Somalia President suspends Prime Minister's powers over corruption allegations
Dec 28, 2021 08:02 am UTC| Politics
The Somali government website confirmed this week that President Mohamed Abduhalli Farmaajo had suspended the powers of Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble. The suspension of powers comes amidst allegations of corruption...
Donald Trump spokesman says he cooperated with Jan 6. committee
Dec 28, 2021 07:05 am UTC| Politics
The investigation into the January 6 riots at the Capitol appears to zero in on more members of former President Donald Trumps inner circle. This week, a recent lawsuit revealed that Trumps spokesman has cooperated with...
Joe Biden urged to continue focus on Build Back Better
Dec 28, 2021 05:34 am UTC| Politics
The Build Back Better social and climate infrastructure bill awaits a vote in the Senate but has recently run into opposition from conservative Democratic Senator Joe Manchin. Leading Progressive House Democrat Rep....
Dec 27, 2021 10:02 am UTC| Politics
The buildup of Russian troops at the border it shares with Ukraine has raised concerns among countries amidst fears of a possible invasion. Ahead of Moscows talks with Germany, Russian President Vladimir Putin withdrew...
Iran: War games at Gulf a warning to Israel
Dec 27, 2021 09:03 am UTC| Politics
Iran recently carried out war games at the Gulf last week, launching ballistic and cruise missiles during its exercises. The countrys top military officials said that the recent games were meant to serve as a warning to...
Jared Kushner raises $3 billion for Middle East investment firm
Dec 27, 2021 08:39 am UTC| Politics
During the Trump administration, White House adviser Jared Kushner touted overseeing deals in the Middle East as his achievements. Months after leaving Washington, Kushner was able to raise $3 billion for his investment...
South Africa’s plan to move away from coal: 8 steps to make it succeed
Germany lowers voting age to 16 for the European elections
IceCube researchers detect a rare type of energetic neutrino sent from powerful astronomical objects