The US is making some noise about nuclear weapons testing again. But before you panic, it's not what you might think. The Energy Secretary, Chris Wright, clarified that the tests won't involve actual nuclear explosions. Instead, they're more like system checks. Think of it like testing all the parts of a car engine without actually starting the car. These tests are ...
Trump's recent suggestion to restart nuclear tests has sparked a global conversation. This idea comes at a time when other countries are boosting their nuclear capabilities. Russia, for instance, has been making nuclear threats and testing new weapons, like the Skyfall missile and underwater drones. China is also expanding its nuclear missile silos, and North Korea h...
The United States is ramping up its economic pressure on Russia. The goal? To cut off the money flowing into Russia's military. This is all part of a new plan to force Russia to stop its aggression in Ukraine. The U. S. is targeting Russia's biggest oil companies. Rosneft and Lukoil are two of the largest. These companies, along with their overseas branches, are lik...
The U. S. is looking at a new way to send help to Gaza. This plan might replace the old system, which had some problems. The idea is to set up several aid centers along a line where Israeli forces have pulled back. These centers would help people on both sides of the line. The plan also includes places where fighters can give up their weapons and get amnesty. Plus, ...
The U. S. has decided to restart sending weapons to Ukraine after a brief pause. This change comes as Russia's attacks on Ukraine are getting worse. President Trump said that Ukraine needs these weapons to protect itself. The Pentagon first stopped sending weapons last week. They said they were worried about running out of supplies. But now, they have changed their ...
The US is set to raise tariffs on a number of countries. This comes after a three-month deadline for trade negotiations, which ends soon. The White House plans to send letters to about 10 to 12 countries. These letters will detail new tariff rates, which could range from 10% to 70%. The US has already imposed tariffs as high as 50% on most trading partners. Higher t...
European nations are standing their ground against recent moves by the US to dismantle diversity and inclusion efforts. This isn't sitting well with many European countries. France is one of the countries that is not happy about this. Laurent Saint-Martin, France's minister for foreign trade, made it clear that France won't back down. He stated that France values ...
Imagine this: The U. S. has been sending military aid to Ukraine for years, but suddenly, President Trump hits the pause button. Why? Well, it seems there was a heated argument between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Trump wasn't happy with Zelenskyy's comments about the war and wanted him to show more gratitude for the U. S. 's support. The White H...
Imagine managing a school in Liberia where meals are a lifeline for kids. Now, picture being told to stop serving those meals. This isn't just a scenario; it's a reality for many due to the US temporarily stopping its foreign aid. Programs in Ukraine, where veterans need help, and Zimbabwe, where HIV treatment is crucial, are now facing hurdles. The US is a major aid...
In 2025, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro faced a quick lesson in U. S. politics. He refused to take back Colombian criminals released in the U. S. In response, President Trump threatened a 25% tariff on Colombian goods. Petro blinked, promising to send a plane for the criminals just 47 minutes later. This showed tariffs can be a fast, effective tool for negotiatio...