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Trump’s Former Lawyer Todd Blanche Confirmed As US Attorney General
The US Senate has narrowly confirmed Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump, as the country’s attorney general despite concerns over the independence of the office. President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche had already been leading the department in an acting capacity after Trump fired Pam Bondi in April 2026 [File:…
US Senate Confirms Trump’s Ex-Lawyer As Attorney General
Blanche, who has already been serving as the top US law enforcement officer in an acting capacity, represented Trump as his private attorney in several criminal trials before entering government. Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche testifies during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on his nomination to be Attorney General, on Capitol Hill in Washington,…
US Court Halts Trump Ballroom Construction
A US appeals court has ordered a halt to construction of President Donald Trump’s proposed White House ballroom, prompting the Republican president to condemn the 2-1 ruling as “politically motivated” and unlawful. U.S. President Donald Trump walks off of Air Force One at Newark Liberty International Airport on August 7, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey.…
India’s ‘Cockroach’ Protest Movement Intensifies Pressure On Modi
India’s online-led “Cockroach” protest movement is spreading beyond New Delhi, with demonstrators expanding their demands from concerns over exam irregularities to broader grievances about unemployment, limited opportunities for young people and what critics describe as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s increasingly authoritarian rule. (FILES) India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during an event held to celebrate…
Trump Ally De la Espriella Sworn In As Colombia’s President
Trump ally Abelardo de la Espriella has been sworn in as Colombia’s new president, taking office amid expectations of closer ties between Bogotá and Washington under his administration. Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella took office Friday, vowing to wage war on drug-running guerrillas and usher in a new era of close ties with the…
US Appeals Court Halts Trump’s Ballroom Construction
A US appeals court has blocked the construction of President Donald Trump’s proposed White House ballroom, affirming a lower court’s ruling that halted the project. However, the court suspended its decision for two weeks, giving Trump an opportunity to seek emergency relief from the US Supreme Court. A view of the ongoing construction of a…
Ukraine Advances AI Combat Robots Despite Defence Minister’s Dismissal
Ukraine is pressing ahead with the deployment of AI-powered combat robots to strengthen its battlefield capabilities, despite the recent dismissal of the country’s defence minister. Ukrainian servicemen of the 65th Mechanized Brigade load an unmanned ground vehicle after a field test of the off-road capabilities in an undisclosed location in Zaporizhzhia region on June 5,…
Eight Countries Condemn Israel’s Continued Violations In Gaza
The foreign ministers of eight Arab and Muslim countries have strongly condemned Israel’s continued actions in Gaza, denouncing attacks on hospitals and other civilian facilities. They called for urgent international action to protect medical workers, patients and healthcare infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict. An Israeli air strike targeted the medical supplies and pharmaceuticals warehouse of…
Canada Proposes New Skilled Worker Entry Categories For 2027
Canada has proposed new entry categories for skilled workers under its 2027 immigration plans, aiming to better address labour market needs and attract talent in priority sectors. The proposed changes are expected to reshape pathways for prospective immigrants seeking permanent residence through economic immigration programs. Canada is considering major changes to its Express Entry immigration…
Trump Immigration Crackdown Detains Over 50 Military Family Members
More than 50 spouses and parents of US military personnel have been detained under President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, according to an Associated Press investigation, raising concerns about the policy’s impact on military families. President Donald Trump’s administration has detained dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. troops as it rolls back immigration protections for military…
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