Trinidad and Tobago Declares State of Emergency Over Criminal Network Operating from Prisons

Trinidad and Tobago Declares State of Emergency Over Criminal Network Operating from Prisons
Inmates are planning attacks on key figures in the national security and justice sectors, Police Commissioner Guevarro said. On Friday, Trinidad and Tobago declared a state of emergency in response to what it described as “a coordinated and dangerous criminal network operating from the national prison system.” RELATED: Modi Urges Greater Role for Global South […]

Brazil’s Supreme Court Imposes New Restrictions on Bolsonaro Amid Coup Plot Investigation
The Court barred him from approaching embassies and communicating with foreign diplomats. On Friday, Brazil’s Supreme Court imposed new precautionary measures against former President Jair Bolsonaro, including an electronic ankle monitor and a ban on accessing his social media accounts. RELATED: Trump Sends Letter to Bolsonaro Criticizing Brazil’s Government, Escalating Diplomatic Tensions The high court […]

California Sues Trump Administration After It Pulls High-Speed Rail Funding
Newsom criticized the decision as ‘petty’ and a ‘political retribution,’ calling it a heartless attack on the Central Valley. On Thursday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state is suing President Donald Trump’s administration after it rescinded US$4 billion in federal funding for California’s high-speed rail project. RELATED: Trump to Sue The Wall Street […]

Russia Condemns EU’s 18th Sanctions Package as Illegitimate
The new sanctions specifically target Russia’s energy and financial sectors, as well as the so-called ‘shadow fleet.’ On Friday, Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov denounced the European Union’s 18th package of sanctions against his country as illegitimate. RELATED: Trump’s Shifting Stance on Russia-Ukraine War Sparks Confusion “We need to analyze the new package to minimize […]

Syria’s Future Hangs in Balance Amid Sweida Violence and Israeli Strikes
On Thursday, Israel, which portrayed itself as a protector of the Druze community, launched a series of airstrikes. A sudden eruption of violence in Syria’s southern province of Sweida has triggered a complex and escalating crisis, exposing the deep fragility of Syria’s stability just six months after the collapse of the previous government and sending […]

Entire Family Martyred in Gaza Under Zionist Strikes
The Israeli army killed 21 Palestinians early Friday in attacks across the Gaza Strip, including a family of five in the bombing of their home in Jabalia, medical sources in the enclave confirmed. The lifeless bodies of the family members, including two children, were taken to Al Shifa Hospital, west of Gaza City. RELATED: UNRWA […]

Middle Eastern Countries Pledge Support to Syria’s Sovereignty
Eleven Middle Eastern nations voiced their support for Syria’s sovereignty and stability through a joint communiqué, in which they rejected any form of foreign interference in the country’s internal affairs and condemned the repeated Israeli attacks, amid unverified reports of ad hoc head of government Ahmed al-Sharaa leaving Damascus. RELATED: Syria’s De Facto President Ahmad […]

Trump to Sue The Wall Street Journal Over Article Exposing Ties to Epstein
President Donald Trump announced plans to file a lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and its parent company over the publication of a controversial letter that links him to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Syria’s De Facto President Ahmad al-Sharaa Flees Damascus Amid Israeli Attacks and Growing Druze-Bedouin Clashes
Syria’s de facto president Ahmad al-Sharaa fled Damascus with his family amid escalating Israeli airstrikes and deadly clashes between Druze and Bedouin tribes. Al Mayadeen reports on assassination attempts targeting key leaders and promises of intensified conflict in Sweida’s volatile region. Related: Israel Escalates Airstrikes on Syria Amid UN Security Council Emergency Meeting On July […]

Trump Sends Letter to Bolsonaro Criticizing Brazil’s Government, Escalating Diplomatic Tensions
President Donald Trump reignites diplomatic tensions with Brazil by publicly supporting Jair Bolsonaro and denouncing the Lula administration’s judicial actions, as he threatens punitive tariffs. Related: Brazil’s Government Accuses Eduardo Bolsonaro of Sparking U.S.-Led Trade War Against the Country On July 17, 2025, Donald Trump publicly sent a letter to his former political ally, Brazil’s […]
Middle East Conflict
Show allThe intelligents that know Iran and its history would never speak to our nation in a threatening language, he said. In a television broadcast on Wednesday, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised the Iranian people’s resistance to Israeli attacks and warned that his nation would not yield to any pressure. RELATED: Russia Warns U.S. […]

The direct provision of U.S. military aid to Israel would radically destabilize the entire situation, Raybkov said. On Wednesday, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov warned that direct U.S. participation in the Iran-Israel conflict would further destabilize the Middle East. RELATED: Iran To Overcome the Conflict With Israel: President Pezeshkian Specifically, he stated that the […]

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have established air dominance over Israeli territory. In a meeting with his cabinet held on Wednesday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian asserted that the Persian nation would overcome the conflict with Israel through unity, solidarity, and social cohesion. RELATED: Escalation in the Middle East: Trump’s 3 Paths Amid Israel-Iran […]

Israeli forces carried out another deadly assault on Palestinians awaiting food aid in central Gaza on Wednesday, killing at least 11 people and wounding more than 70.

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Show allThere is no force in the world capable of crushing the power of truth and ideas, said Cuban Ambassador Rodriguez. On Thursday, claiming to be responding to a request from residents in her jurisdiction, Cuauhtemoc Mayor Alessandra Rojo de la Vega removed the statues of Fidel Castro and Ernesto “Che” Guevara from the Tabacalera neighborhood […]

Inmates are planning attacks on key figures in the national security and justice sectors, Police Commissioner Guevarro said. On Friday, Trinidad and Tobago declared a state of emergency in response to what it described as “a coordinated and dangerous criminal network operating from the national prison system.” RELATED: Modi Urges Greater Role for Global South […]

The Court barred him from approaching embassies and communicating with foreign diplomats. On Friday, Brazil’s Supreme Court imposed new precautionary measures against former President Jair Bolsonaro, including an electronic ankle monitor and a ban on accessing his social media accounts. RELATED: Trump Sends Letter to Bolsonaro Criticizing Brazil’s Government, Escalating Diplomatic Tensions The high court […]

President Donald Trump reignites diplomatic tensions with Brazil by publicly supporting Jair Bolsonaro and denouncing the Lula administration’s judicial actions, as he threatens punitive tariffs. Related: Brazil’s Government Accuses Eduardo Bolsonaro of Sparking U.S.-Led Trade War Against the Country On July 17, 2025, Donald Trump publicly sent a letter to his former political ally, Brazil’s […]

In recent developments, the establishment of the first Binational Economic Zone between Venezuela and Colombia has captured significant global attention. This initiative, underscored by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s emphasis on fostering bilateral investments, is set to enhance economic collaboration and introduce international capital from various countries. With nations such as India, Türkiye, Russia, and China […]

World
Show allUnidosUS and Voto Latino warned that personal data of 79 million people could be used for raids and deportations. The organizations “UnidosUS” and “Voto Latino” condemned an agreement between the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to share the personal data of 79 million users with Immigration […]

These regional powers have conflicting agendas and rival military footprints in the war-torn country. Türkiye has upped its rhetoric against Israel following the Israeli airstrikes on central Damascus on Wednesday, its Defense Ministry calling the attacks a “dangerous provocation” that threatens regional peace at a time of fragile post-war recovery in Syria. RELATED: Syria’s Future […]

Newsom criticized the decision as ‘petty’ and a ‘political retribution,’ calling it a heartless attack on the Central Valley. On Thursday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state is suing President Donald Trump’s administration after it rescinded US$4 billion in federal funding for California’s high-speed rail project. RELATED: Trump to Sue The Wall Street […]

The new sanctions specifically target Russia’s energy and financial sectors, as well as the so-called ‘shadow fleet.’ On Friday, Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov denounced the European Union’s 18th package of sanctions against his country as illegitimate. RELATED: Trump’s Shifting Stance on Russia-Ukraine War Sparks Confusion “We need to analyze the new package to minimize […]

On Thursday, Israel, which portrayed itself as a protector of the Druze community, launched a series of airstrikes. A sudden eruption of violence in Syria’s southern province of Sweida has triggered a complex and escalating crisis, exposing the deep fragility of Syria’s stability just six months after the collapse of the previous government and sending […]

Technology
Show allChang’e-6 mission collected 1,935.3 grams of samples from the far side of the moon in 2024, the first time in human history. On Wednesday, China’s lunar samples, collected from both the near and far side of the moon, were exhibited together for the first time at the United Nations. RELATED: Fate of U.S. Lunar Module […]

The crew was launched into space in April and will remain in orbit for about six months. On Thursday, astronauts from China’s Shenzhou-20 mission conducted their first extravehicular activity outside the Tiangong space station. RELATED: Russia and China To Build a Power Plant on the Moon During the eight-hour operation, crewmembers Chen Dong and Chen […]

The U.S. government’s move deprives other countries of their right to high-tech industries such as artificial intelligence. On Wednesday, China’s Ministry of Commerce called the U.S. attempt to globally ban advanced Chinese computing chips a typical move of “unilateral bullying and protectionism” that seriously undermines the global semiconductor industrial and supply chains. RELATED: Russia-China Forum […]

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape economies, experts are urging African academic institutions to focus on upskilling and reskilling to harness AI’s potential for socioeconomic development. Speaking at the Deep Tech Summit, Khalid Badou, Chief of Staff and Director of Institutional Affairs at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), emphasized that AI must be adapted […]

The breakthrough centers on a compound that inhibits BAX, the ‘cell killer’ protein. On Monday, an Australian medical institute confirmed that scientists have identified a small molecule that blocks cell death, offering hope for treatments that could slow or stop the progression of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. RELATED: Birds Offer Clues to Fighting […]

Sport
Show allThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s team dominated with authority the World Weightlifting Championships, held in Manama, capital of Bahrain, with a balance of 45 medals, 26 gold, 13 silver and 6 bronze. RELATED: China Taipei Triumphs in Premier 12: A Milestone Win Against Japan The DPRK’s halters were featured in a medal game where […]

In the fifth inning, they scored four decisive runs thanks to two home runs: one from Chia-Cheng Lin and another from Chieh-Hsien Chen, who brought two teammates home. The China Taipei pitching was equally impressive. Related: Cuba Leads the World Ranking of Baseball 5 China Taipei’s baseball team won the Premier 12 tournament by beating […]

The Venezuelan team is tied with Bolivia in 7th place, which gives it the right to play the play-off. Venezuela remains in the fight to qualify for its first World Cup after drawing 1-1 in a duel against Brazil at the Monumental de Maturin stadium, home of the Vintotinto team in the South American qualifiers. […]

Haila Gonzalez and Briandy Molina were named the Most Valuable Players of the 2nd World Cup. On Thursday, the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) announced that Cuba has risen to number one in the world baseball rankings after winning the World Cup this month in Hong Kong. RELATED: Baseball, from the US To Cuba and […]

In Italy, he is developing a career as an athlete and training with the best. The Colombian refugee Amelio Castro is competing in Paris 2024 as a member of the Refugee Paralympic Team, the largest in history with eight members. He lives in Rome and spends much of his time training with his heroes, including […]

Culture
Show allThe cultural traditions of Holguín, one of Cuba’s most historically rich provinces, are deeply rooted in the transculturation of aboriginal, Hispanic, and African influences. This fusion has shaped a vibrant legacy of festivals, music, and rituals that continue to define the region’s identity. Among Holguín’s oldest celebrations, dating back to the 18th century, are the […]

From ritual offerings to vibrant beverages, the Jamaica flower—also known as hibiscus or Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)—has bloomed into a cultural and medicinal icon across continents. Native to Africa and India, but widely cultivated in Mexico, the Caribbean, South America, and parts of Asia, this tropical plant has grown into a staple in kitchens, gardens, and […]

As Mexico continues to celebrate its rich tapestry of traditional music, the huapango stands out as a vibrant emblem of cultural fusion and artistic expression. Born from the mestizaje of Indigenous, European, and African influences, huapango is more than a genre—it’s a living tradition that pulses through the heart of the country’s musical identity. Originating […]

Just over 50 kilometers from Buenos Aires lies La Plata, the capital of the province of the same name and one of Argentina’s most unique cities. Founded on November 19, 1882, by then-governor Dardo Rocha, La Plata was designed from the ground up as a planned city, with a geometric layout that still stands out […]

Long before it became a creamy street favorite served with cinnamon and condensed milk, chicha venezolana was already a cultural cornerstone—its earliest mention dating back to Christopher Columbus’s third voyage, when he arrived at the coast of Paria and was offered “wines of different colors” by the Indigenous peoples. Those “wines,” as later clarified by […]
