South Africa is gearing up for municipal elections that could shake things up for the ruling coalition. The African National Congress (ANC), the biggest party in this group, is under pressure to show it can still win over voters. If they don't do well, they might need to change how they govern. The deputy finance minister, Ashor Sarupen, thinks the coalition can hol...
The buzz around Saudi Arabia's potential purchase of F-35 fighter jets from the U. S. has sparked a heated debate. At the heart of the discussion is China's notorious reputation for snatching up advanced military tech. Experts and retired military bigwigs are weighing in, and their thoughts are as varied as they are intriguing. One former U. S. Air Force general, Ch...
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a prominent Republican figure, has decided to step down from her role in Congress. This move comes after a public disagreement with former President Donald Trump, who has been a significant influence in her political career. Despite their recent clash, Trump expressed a desire to see Greene return to politics someday, acknowledging the challen...
Brazil's top court made a bold move, ordering the arrest of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro. This happened after a judge suspected Bolsonaro might try to flee the country before starting a 27-year prison term for allegedly trying to overthrow the government. The judge, Alexandre de Moraes, pointed out that Bolsonaro's ankle monitor, which he had to wear because he was c...
The U. S. could be in for a chillier and snowier winter. Why? The polar vortex is acting up. This big ring of winds up in the atmosphere usually keeps the cold air locked up near the North Pole. But when it gets weak or disturbed, that cold air can spill out and head south. There are two polar vortices. One is in the troposphere, which affects winter weather every y...
Weekend weather in Massachusetts is shaping up to be a mix of rain, cold, and possibly even some snow. It all starts with light rain on Saturday morning. This rain won't be heavy, with most areas seeing less than a quarter of an inch. The South Coast, around Hyannis and New Bedford, might get the most rain, but it still won't be a lot. By noon or 1 p. m. , the rain ...
In Chicago, a judge's recent decision to release a man with a lengthy criminal history has sparked debate. This individual, with 49 prior arrests, was set free despite a prosecutor's urgent plea for caution. The judge's choice to overlook this warning has led to a disturbing outcome: the man allegedly set a woman on fire on a train. This case raises questions about ...
In a bizarre turn of events, a former Los Angeles police officer and a man with ties to organized crime allegedly staged a fake police raid to steal cryptocurrency from a teenager. The plot, which unfolded last December, involved a group of six men, including the former officer, Eric Halem, and Gabby Ben, a man with a history of fraud and deportations. The group tar...
Friedrich Merz, Germany's Chancellor, had a lengthy phone chat with former U. S. President Donald Trump. The main topic? Ukraine and the ongoing war with Russia. Merz made it clear that Europe has a huge stake in this conflict and must be part of any solution. He stressed that wars can't be solved by big powers making deals without involving the countries directly a...
The mafia is back in the news, and this time, they're targeting a new group: college students. In New Jersey, authorities have charged 14 people, including a suspected member of the Lucchese crime family and student-athletes, for running an illegal sports betting ring. This ring allegedly targeted young adults and college students, luring them into a web of illegal g...