Pentagon Introduces New Guidelines for Journalists Covering the Department

Pentagon Introduces New Guidelines for Journalists Covering the Department

The Pentagon announced that journalists covering the department will only be allowed access to the building if they agree not to publish certain types of information. This new policy requires media representatives to sign an agreement restricting the publication of classified material as well as some unclassified information that is not officially designated as secret. […]

Mauritius PM Requests Central Bank Governor Resign Following Staff Dispute

Mauritius PM Requests Central Bank Governor Resign Following Staff Dispute

The Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navin Ramgoolam, announced on Saturday that he has asked Central Bank Governor Rama Sithanen to step down. He will appoint a new second deputy governor on Monday and subsequently name a new governor, amid signs of a power struggle within the bank. Deputy central bank governor Gerard Sanspeur resigned on […]

President Trump Proposes $100,000 Annual Fee for H-1B Visas

President Trump Proposes $100,000 Annual Fee for H-1B Visas

President Trump has announced a proposal to impose a $100,000 annual fee on companies sponsoring H-1B visas. This change is expected to take effect soon and has prompted some large technology firms to advise their H-1B visa holders to remain in the United States or return quickly to avoid the new costs. The technology sector, […]

Cyberattack Disrupts Check-In Systems at Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin Airports

Cyberattack Disrupts Check-In Systems at Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin Airports

A cyberattack affecting a service provider for airline check-in and boarding systems has led to operational disruptions at several major European airports, including Heathrow (London), Brussels, and Berlin, on Saturday. The incident has resulted in flight delays and cancellations across multiple locations. The disruption is linked to a technical issue at Collins Aerospace, a company […]

Estonia Accuses Russia of Airspace Violation by Fighter Jets

Estonia Accuses Russia of Airspace Violation by Fighter Jets

Estonia has accused Russia of breaching its airspace with three military jets, adding to growing tensions along the eastern borders of the NATO alliance. According to Estonian authorities, the incident occurred on Friday when three MiG-31 fighter aircraft entered Estonian airspace without authorisation and remained there for approximately 12 minutes. This marks the fourth such […]

Pope Leo Rejects AI Clone Over Concerns for Human Identity

Pope Leo Rejects AI Clone Over Concerns for Human Identity

Pope Leo has turned down a request to develop an artificial intelligence version of himself, cautioning that such advancements could pose a serious threat to human identity. In an interview with journalist and author Elise Allen for a biography, Leo shared that someone had asked for his approval to create a digital “artificial pope” to […]

Protestors Push EU to Oppose Lawful U.S. Aid Decision

Protestors in Belgium Push EU to Oppose Lawful U.S. Aid Decision

A small group of activists gathered outside the U.S. embassy in Brussels on Thursday to protest the planned disposal of U.S.-owned contraceptives currently stored in Belgium — a move driven by longstanding U.S. foreign aid policies. The demonstrators, many representing NGOs reliant on foreign aid, are pressuring the European Union to interfere in an American […]

FAA Hits Goal of Hiring 2,000 Air Traffic Controllers, Plans for More in 2025

FAA Hits Goal of Hiring 2,000 Air Traffic Controllers, Plans for More in 2025

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it has successfully reached its target of hiring 2,000 air traffic controllers during the 12-month period ending September 30. The agency now plans to bring on 2,200 more controllers in the coming year. The update was shared by Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau during an industry event. A […]

German Lawmakers Delay Emergency Payment for Palestinian Authority Salaries

German Lawmakers Delay Emergency Payment for Palestinian Authority Salaries

A proposed €30 million one-time payment from Germany to the Palestinian Authority has been delayed due to concerns raised by members of the parliamentary budget committee. The payment was intended to support the salaries of teachers and healthcare workers amid a worsening financial situation in Palestinian-administered areas of the West Bank. The Palestinian Authority has […]

Nepal’s Interim Prime Minister Promises Reforms Following Fatal Protests

Nepal’s Interim Prime Minister Promises Reforms Following Fatal Protests

Nepal’s newly appointed interim Prime Minister has pledged to combat corruption, generate employment, and enhance living standards, marking her first public statement since taking office after youth-led protests resulted in the fall of the previous government. Sushila Karki addressed the nation following violent demonstrations that claimed at least 72 lives and led to the resignation […]