Recent changes have been made to immigration policies. The U. S. government has decided to put a hold on many immigration processes for people from 19 specific countries. These countries are seen as high-risk. The decision includes a wide range of processes, like green card applications and naturali
A senator is pushing back against a decision that only rewards a small group of air traffic controllers and FAA technicians for working during a government shutdown. The Transportation Department plans to give a $10, 000 bonus, but only to those who didn't miss a single day of work during the 44-day
In New Orleans, a wave of fear is sweeping through communities as federal immigration enforcement ramps up. Mayor-Elect Helena Moreno has spoken out about the anxiety gripping the city, particularly among those who feel targeted. She has accused Customs and Border Protection of racial profiling, not
In a move that stunned many, former U. S. President Trump pardoned Juan Orlando Hernández, the ex-president of Honduras. This decision undid years of hard work by a team of dedicated prosecutors, including Emil Bove III, who had been instrumental in building the case against Hernández. Bove, a stau
A year has passed since South Korea faced a dramatic test of its democratic values. The nation's president at the time, Yoon Suk Yeol, attempted to impose martial law, claiming the opposition was practicing a "legislative dictatorship. " This move sparked widespread public outrage, with thousands of
In a significant development, Israel has received what could be the remains of one of the last hostages held in Gaza. This comes as a ray of hope amid the ongoing conflict, but the situation remains complex. The remains, found by militants in northern Gaza, are now in Israel for forensic examination
Pope Leo XIV, the first North American to hold the position, has made headlines again. This time, he's urging U. S. President Donald Trump to avoid using military force to remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from power. Instead, the Pope suggests seeking a peaceful agreement for Maduro to ste
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a swift overhaul of supervisory boards in the defence sector. This move comes after a major corruption scandal that has shaken the country. The scandal involves allegations of a $100-million kickback scheme, with senior energy officials and a fo
In France, President Macron has been on a mission to tackle fake news and online manipulation. He's been traveling around, talking to people, and stressing the importance of fighting digital falsehoods before the next big election in 2027. But not everyone is on board with his plan. The main pushba
Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian leader, has been behind bars since 2002. He's seen as a crucial figure for Palestinian unity and statehood. Over 200 celebrities have now joined the call for his release. These stars include actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Josh O'Connor, and Javier Bardem, as well as mu
