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U.S. Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty
Fed Chair Powell said current rates put officials in a position to take a ‘wait-and-see’ approach to assess the impacts of the tariffs. On Wednesday, The U.S. Federal Reserve said it will maintain the federal funds rate at 4.25 percent to 4.5 percent amid widespread concerns over sweeping tariffs on major U.S. trading partners. This […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:
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Presidents Maduro and Diaz-Canel Pay Tribute to Simon Bolivar in Moscow
Students gathered at the Bolivar Monument to welcome them as part of the Victory Day events. On Thursday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel paid tribute to the Liberator Simon Bolivar in Moscow, as part of their visits to Russia to mark the 80th anniversary of the Red Army’s victory over Nazi […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:EU Plan to Halt Russian Energy Imports Is an Economic Suicide: Slovak PM Fico
The EU would stop signing new contracts for Russian gas and terminate all existing spot market deals by the end of 2025. On Wednesday, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico blamed the European Commission’s proposal to completely halt energy imports from Russia, calling the plan unacceptable in its current form. RELATED: Xi Jinping Visits Russia: China-Russia […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Second Black Smoke at the Conclave: The World Still Awaits a New Pope
The second black smoke emerged this Thursday from the Sistine Chapel, indicating that the cardinals have yet to reach a consensus to elect the successor of Pope Francis in the conclave that began on May 7. Related: Cardinals Begin Day 2: Vatican Conclave Continues Search for Next Pope Since May 7, cardinals gathered in the […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Díaz-Canel Highlights the Heroic Role of the USSR in the Great Victory Against Fascism on its 80th Anniversary
In an exclusive interview for Cubavisión and RT in Spanish, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel reaffirms that the Soviet Union saved humanity from fascism and denounces attempts to distort history. Related: Cuban President Diaz-Canel Highlights Biotech Cooperation During Visit to Russia On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the end of the Great Patriotic War […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:India Rekindles Tensions with Pakistan After Kashmir Strikes and Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty
India’s recent airstrikes in Kashmir and suspension of the historic Indus Waters Treaty mark a critical escalation in the conflict with Pakistan, posing risks to regional stability and bilateral cooperation. Related: Russia Calls on India and Pakistan to Start Negotiations as Soon as Possible On May 6, India launched airstrikes against nine targets in Pakistan-administered […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Bolsonaro Leads Rally Demanding Amnesty for 2023 Coup Convicts After Hospital Release
Former president Jair Bolsonaro led a demonstration in Brasília calling for amnesty for those imprisoned over the January 2023 attempted coup, highlighting the persistence of the far right and resistance within Brazil’s Congress. Related: Bolsonaro Stable In The ICU, But Still Unable To Receive Food By Mouth Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, recently discharged from […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Cardinals Begin Day 2: Vatican Conclave Continues Search for Next Pope
The anticipation gripping the Catholic world has reached a fever pitch as the cardinals tasked with electing a new pope prepared to retreat behind the heavy doors of the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel for their second day of voting in the conclave. The process, steeped in tradition and secrecy, holds significant importance for the 1.4 billion […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Xi Jinping Visits Russia: China-Russia Strategic Alliance in Response to Zelensky’s Threats
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s official visit to Russia strengthens the strategic alliance between China and Russia amid Ukrainian threats and in defense of the anti-fascist international order. Related: China Cuts Off U.S. Gas Imports and Prioritizes Alliance with Russia Amid Trade War Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent visit to Moscow marks a crucial moment in […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Pablo Grillo: Progress in His Recovery After Being Injured by Tear Gas in Buenos Aires
Pablo Grillo, a photographer injured by tear gas in Buenos Aires, shows remarkable recovery progress after 56 days in intensive care. His case raises important issues about police repression and human rights. Related: Argentine Police Repress Weekly Retiree Protests: Arrests and Pepper Spray Are Deployed Against Milei Government Critics Pablo Grillo, the photographer who was […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Venezuela Slams US Over Chaotic Repatriation Process as Only 71 Migrants Return
Venezuelan VP Diosdado Cabello criticizes US for disorganized migrant repatriation after only 71 of promised 244 returnees arrived. Calls for return of separated children intensify. Related: Venezuela to Resume On Sunday Repatriation of Its Migrants From the US Venezuela Condemns US for Chaotic Repatriation Process as Only 71 Migrants Return A recent incident has highlighted […]
Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source:Israeli Airstrike Kills 25 in Gaza’s Al-Rimal – Hamas Calls It a ‘Massacre’
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza’s Al-Rimal neighborhood killed 25, including civilians and a journalist, as Hamas condemns the attack as a “massacre.” Global calls for intervention intensify. Related: Dozens killed and injured as Israel targets school-turned-shelter in central Gaza 25 people were killed and dozens more wounded after an Israeli airstrike targeted Gaza’s Al-Rimal neighborhood […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Trump Refuses to Lift China Tariffs: U.S. Trade War Escalates
President Trump refuses to reduce tariffs on China, hardening the U.S. stance in the ongoing trade war. With both nations imposing steep tariffs, global markets face rising uncertainty. Related: U.S.-China Tariff Meetings To Happen at the Right Time: Trump Trump Rejects Lowering Tariffs on China, Maintains Hardline Trade War Stance U.S. President Donald Trump made […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:2025 Papal Conclave Begins with Black Smoke – No Pope Elected on First Day
The 2025 papal conclave’s first day ended with black smoke, signaling no new pope has been elected. 133 cardinals will resume voting Thursday as 45,000 faithful await white smoke in St. Peter’s Square. Related: Solemn Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica: The Conclave to Elect the New Pope Begins Opening Day of 2025 Conclave Ends with […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Russia Reaffirms Its Support for Venezuela’s Entry Into BRICS
The Kremlin also supports the development of ties between Venezuela and the Eurasian Economic Union. On Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro signed a “Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement” in the Kremlin’s Malachite Hall. RELATED: Presidents Maduro and Putin Agree on Strategic Cooperation on Victory Day “The agreement consolidates the high […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Stop Saying Canada Will Be the 51st State: PM Carney
‘This is never going to happen. Canada is not for sale and will never be for sale,’ he stressed. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Mark Carney asked U.S. President Donald Trump to stop referring to Canada as the 51st state. RELATED: Mark Carney’s Liberal Party Wins Election in Canada Carney and Trump held their first face-to-face […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:U.S. President Trump To Have the Final Say on Trade Deals: Bessent
The U.S. Treasury Secretary acknowledged that market volatility has increased due to the negotiations with China. On Wednesday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent assured that President Donald Trump will have the final say on any trade agreement signed with countries seeking tariff reductions. RELATED: China Defends Multilateralism and Economic Justice Ahead of Upcoming Trade Meeting […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Nobel Laureate Denis Mukwege Urges Action Against Sexual Violence in Congo
Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mukwege has condemned the systematic use of sexual violence as a weapon of war in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), calling for urgent international intervention to end the atrocities. Speaking at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, Mukwege described a “dramatic situation” unfolding in North Kivu, where his hospital […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:The Amazon Rainforest: A Global Treasure in Need of Protection
The Amazon Rainforest, the world’s largest tropical forest, stretches across seven million square kilometers in nine countries, with Brazil and Peru holding the largest territories. This immense ecoregion, often referred to as the “lungs of the Earth,” plays a vital role in carbon regulation and climate balance but faces grave threats due to deforestation and […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Al-Qassam Brigades Ambush Israeli Forces in Gaza, Causing Casualties
The Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, carried out an ambush against Israeli military forces east of Khan Yunis, resulting in casualties and the destruction of military vehicles, according to a statement from the group. The attack took place on Al-Awda Street, in the Al-Farahin area, where an Israeli vehicle […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:The Eternaut Sparks Questions Among Those Born During the Argentine Dictatorship
The Netflix series triggers renewed public discussion in Argentina about the crimes of the dictatorship. The Netflix series The Eternaut has triggered a surge in inquiries from people born in Argentina during the dictatorship (1976–1983) regarding their identity and has reignited the search for the grandchildren of Hector Oesterheld, the author of the original work. […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Watch: Massive waterspout spotted in the Gulf of California
Social media users captured the huge vortex that formed near the town of Puerto Peñasco.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Russia and Cuba Have Forged Close Ties of Brotherhood: FM Lavrov
On Thursday, Russia and Cuba will commemorate the 65th anniversary of the reestablishment of diplomatic relations. On Wednesday, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel will be in Moscow to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Red Army’s victory over Nazi Germany. RELATED: Presidents Maduro and Putin Agree on Strategic Cooperation on Victory Day Regarding his visit, Russian […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Presidents Maduro and Putin Agree on Strategic Cooperation on Victory Day
Both leaders discussed the signing of a new bilateral cooperation treaty that will be in effect for 10 years. In the early hours of Wednesday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro arrived in Moscow in response to an invitation from President Vladimir Putin to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Red Army’s victory over Nazi Germany. RELATED: […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:President Maduro Proposes to Putin to Move Toward Comprehensive Cooperation
Venezuela becomes the first Latin American country to elevate relations with Russia to the highest political and diplomatic level. On Wednesday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro conveyed to Russian President Vladimir Putin “the Venezuelan people’s special feelings of admiration for the 80th anniversary of the Red Army’s victory in the Great Patriotic War.” RELATED: Venezuela’s President […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Russia Calls on India and Pakistan to Start Negotiations as Soon as Possible
‘We are deeply concerned about the escalation of military confrontation between India and Pakistan’ said Zakharova. On Wednesday, Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesperson, urged India and Pakistan to return to the negotiating table as soon as possible to resolve all their differences. RELATED: India-Pakistan Clashes in Kashmir Leave 9 Civilians Dead and Over 40 Injured […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:India-Pakistan Clashes in Kashmir Leave 9 Civilians Dead and Over 40 Injured
The intense firing started shortly after the Indian military carried out airstrikes inside Pakistan. On Wednesday, at least nine civilians were killed and over 40 others wounded in clashes between Indian and Pakistani troops across the Line of Control in Kashmir. RELATED: Operation Sindoor: India-Pakistan Tensions Reach Dangerous New Heights The intense firing started shortly […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Trump’s Approval Rate in California Down to Historically Low Levels
The previous low for a president at this point in his term was recorded by George W. Bush in May of 2001. On Tuesday, UC Berkeley’s Institute of Governmental Studies (IGS) released a poll showing that U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating in California is at “historically low levels.” RELATED: U.S.-China Tariff Meetings To Happen […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:United Kingdom and India Agree Trade Deal
The deal is expected to increase bilateral trade by 25.5 billion pounds, and Britain’s GDP by 4.8 billion pounds each year. On Tuesday, Downing Street confirmed that Britain and India have agreed a trade deal after years of on-and-off negotiations. RELATED: Operation Sindoor: India-Pakistan Tensions Reach Dangerous New Heights Indian tariffs will be slashed, locking […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Putin Keeps Victory Day Ceasefire Initiative Active: A Gesture of Peace Amid Ukrainian Aggression
The Kremlin reaffirms the validity of Putin’s ceasefire proposal for Victory Day, urging Ukraine to halt attacks and open the door to unconditional peace talks, while the West and Kyiv reject the truce. Related: Ukrainian Drones Attack Moscow During Preparations for Victory Day On the eve of the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazism, […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Solemn Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica: The Conclave to Elect the New Pope Begins
St. Peter’s Basilica hosts the Mass led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, marking the start of the conclave in which 133 cardinals will choose Francis’s successor. Related: The Ticking Clock: Anticipation Builds for the Historic Vatican Conclave From the iconic St. Peter’s Basilica in the heart of the Vatican, the Holy Mass for the election […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:China Defends Multilateralism and Economic Justice Ahead of Upcoming Trade Meeting with the U.S.
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will lead a high-level economic summit with the U.S. in Switzerland, advocating multilateralism and demanding mutual respect amid Washington’s unilateral tariff policies. Related: U.S.-China Tariff Meetings To Happen at the Right Time: Trump Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, the chief official responsible for China’s economic and trade policies, will head […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:The Conclave: A Sacred Ritual in a World Awaiting Change
The death of Pope Francis—the “Pope among the people”—left a silence that echoes beyond the Vatican. His papacy was one of humility, reform, and unexpected gestures: washing the feet of prisoners, accepted that divorced Catholics may receive communion, challenging the excesses of power. Now, with his passing, the Catholic world stands at a crossroads. The […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Russia and Cuba: A Strategic Alliance on the Right Side of History
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reaffirms the brotherhood and strategic cooperation between Russia and Cuba, highlighting their shared stance against global challenges, defense of sovereignty, and fight against unilateral sanctions. Related: Russia and Cuba Strengthen Bilateral Ties in High-Level Talks On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the restoration of diplomatic relations between Russia […]
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:The Ticking Clock: Anticipation Builds for the Historic Vatican Conclave
As the clock ticks down toward a historic conclave at the Vatican, the atmosphere is ripe with anticipation and reverent silence. Numerous Roman Catholic cardinals have started arriving at the Vatican, preparing for the monumental task ahead: selecting a new pontiff to replace Pope Francis. The conclave is not just a ceremonial gathering but a […]
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