U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman has condemned President Donald Trump’s decision to sign the nation’s first federal stablecoin legislation into law, calling it a “reckless endorsement” of an industry he believes poses major financial risks. The California Democrat, known for his long-standing skepticism of cryptocurrencies, didn’t hold back as he also criticized fellow Democrats who supported…
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was ousted from office earlier this year, has been indicted on additional criminal charges tied to his controversial declaration of martial law. The latest legal move deepens the political fallout from his presidency and ensures he will remain behind bars for up to six more months as…
In a landmark move aimed at expanding democratic participation, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that the voting age will be lowered from 18 to 16 for all elections across the United Kingdom. The announcement marks a significant shift in the country’s electoral policy and fulfills a key pledge made by the Labour Party…
Minnesota State Senator Omar Fateh has officially entered the race for mayor of Minneapolis, positioning himself as a progressive candidate with deep ties to the city’s Somali-American community. A self-described democratic socialist, Fateh’s campaign is already making waves following remarks about his goal to “infiltrate” government institutions to uplift and empower Somalis in Minneapolis. Fateh,…
A vehicle bearing the license plates of Syria’s Ministry of Defense has been recorded providing support to Bedouin tribes in the Suwayda Governorate, raising alarm over the Assad regime’s potential involvement in escalating local clashes with Druze factions. The footage, which has circulated widely on social media and regional news outlets, shows a military pickup…
Tensions in southern Syria have escalated sharply as government forces launched artillery fire from eastern Daraa toward the predominantly Druze city of Suwayda, according to local and regional sources. The strikes come amid rising unrest and renewed friction between the Assad regime and members of the Druze minority, who have increasingly voiced opposition to government…
U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine, retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg, arrived in Kyiv on July 13, 2025, for a diplomatic mission aimed at strengthening dialogue between Washington and Kyiv amid the ongoing war with Russia. Kellogg’s visit marks a significant development in the Trump administration’s approach to the war in Ukraine, signaling…
In a landmark move that could reshape the future of digital finance, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee is pushing for a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at solidifying America’s position as the global hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation. During a recent hearing on Capitol Hill, Senator Cynthia Lummis, a leading voice in crypto legislation, emphasized…
Nigeria is mourning the loss of one of its most prominent statesmen, former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away at the age of 82. His death was confirmed on Sunday evening in a brief statement by his former special adviser, Garba Shehu. “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the…
Tensions in the Middle East are escalating once again as live reports, citing Iranian sources, reveal that Iran has vowed to respond forcefully to what it describes as an Israeli “wartime assassination attempt” targeting President Masoud Pezeshkian. According to the Iranian source, the government views the reported attempt not only as a direct act of…
