High-level meetings are happening in Florida. Top officials from the U. S. are talking with Ukrainian representatives. They want to end the war in Ukraine. This war started when Russia invaded in 2022. The U. S. team includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. Jared Kus
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, is standing firm on her financial decisions, despite critics saying she misled the public before the Budget. She insists she's been honest about her choices and can be trusted with the country's money. In a recent interview, Reeves was asked why she kept talking about
In a sunny spot near Miami, Florida, a significant gathering took place. This was not a typical meetup, but a crucial discussion between the US and Ukraine. The main goal? To find a way to stop the ongoing war in Ukraine. Leading the Ukrainian team was Rustem Umerov, a new face in the negotiation s
The UK's home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has introduced significant changes to the country's asylum system. This move comes after years of criticism about how the system is being misused. Mahmood, who is herself a second-generation immigrant, has faced backlash from both sides of the political spec
The UK's finance chief, Rachel Reeves, is in hot water. Just days after unveiling the national budget, a big fuss has started. The issue? The so-called "black hole" in public finances, used to justify tax hikes, seems to be a lot smaller than claimed. Official numbers from the Office for Budget Res
The UK's economy has been on a wild ride for over four decades. Two big mistakes, the resource curse and the finance curse, have shaped its path. These weren't accidents. They were choices made by leaders who thought they knew better. First, there was the resource curse. In the late 1970s and early
In a bold move, Ukraine has reportedly targeted two Russian oil tankers using underwater drones. These tankers are part of Russia's "shadow fleet, " a group of ships that help Russia bypass international sanctions. The attacks happened on Friday and Saturday, causing serious damage to both vessels.
A group of South African men found themselves in a dangerous situation after being deceived into joining Russia's war against Ukraine. They were promised jobs and training, but instead, they were sent to the front lines. The story began when an unemployed father of three received a call offering hi
The EU is in a tough spot. They need to find a way to help Ukraine financially, but Belgium is making it hard. Belgium wants some serious guarantees before they agree to use Russian assets to help Ukraine. This is making the EU leaders think of a backup plan. The EU might have to borrow money to gi
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has recently let go of his long-time right-hand man, Andriy Yermak. This move has stirred up a lot of talk about what it means for Ukraine's government and its ongoing war efforts. Yermak, who was known for his tough political style, had a big role in Ukrain
