Xi Jinping Congratulates New Seychelles President Patrick Herminie
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Patrick Herminie on his election as President of the Republic of Seychelles.
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US Tariff Hike Boomerangs, Driving Up Home Costs 🏡💸
Discover how the U.S. tariff hike on lumber and furniture backfired, driving up homebuilding costs and squeezing consumers.
U.S. Strike on Suspected Drug Vessel Near Venezuela Kills Six
A U.S. military strike on a vessel suspected of drug trafficking near Venezuela’s coast killed six, raising the death toll in these operations to 27.
4,108 Federal Workers Fired as U.S. Shutdown Drags On
Trump’s shutdown leads to 4,108 federal workers fired since Oct 1, sparking lawsuits and disruptions in essential services.
Kaiser Permanente Workers Launch West Coast Strike for Fair Pay
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers on the U.S. West Coast have launched a five-day strike to demand better wages, staffing, and patient safety.
Hostage Remains Delivered, Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Faces New Hurdles
Hamas returns more hostages’ remains as Gaza aid is cut in half, while Trump’s peace plan faces fresh uncertainty.
Severe Storms Soak Southwest California: Flash Flood Risks Rise
Severe thunderstorms drenched southwest California on Tuesday, sparking flash flood warnings and debris flow risks across Los Angeles County.
Celebrating 80 Years of the UN Charter 🌐🎉
Marking 80 years since the UN Charter came into force on Oct. 24, 1945, this milestone highlights global cooperation and unity that continue to shape our world.
Government Shutdown Pushes Military Families to Food Banks 🥫
As the US enters its third shutdown in 12 years, 1.3M active-duty service personnel and their families face paycheck gaps and are turning to food banks for support.
LA County Eyes State of Emergency Amid ICE Raids
LA County may declare a state of emergency to shield immigrant communities from intensified ICE raids and legal battles over immigration policies.