Northern Kentucky is seeing a huge rise in ICE detainees, with numbers set to more than double by the end of this year. But who are these people, and why are they being held? The truth might surprise you. Most of the detainees aren't violent criminals. In fact, less than 2% have committed violent crimes. The majority are facing minor charges like traffic violations ...
The UK's recent budget announcement brought some good news, but it also raised some concerns. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves proudly declared that the country's finances are doing better than expected. This means the government has more money to work with than anticipated. However, this good news might not last long. One of the main concerns was the UK's ability to ...
The British pound has been making moves, climbing for five straight days against the U. S. dollar. This uptick comes just before a big announcement from the UK's finance chief, Rachel Reeves. She's expected to reveal plans for substantial tax increases, aiming to steady the country's finances and keep both investors and voters on her side. Reeves faces a tough chall...
In Guinea-Bissau, soldiers have taken control, announcing their move on state TV. This happened just days after a national election, with reports of gunfire near the presidential palace. The president, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, told French media that he had been removed from power and arrested. The soldiers' spokesperson, Dinis N’Tchama, said they acted because they fou...
Bruna Caroline Ferreira, a Brazilian national, has been detained by U. S. immigration authorities. She is the aunt of Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary. This news came to light after a source close to the situation shared the details. Ferreira's arrest happened a few weeks ago, according to Michael Leavitt, Karoline's brother. He mentioned that his 1...
Jakarta, Indonesia's bustling capital, has taken the top spot as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. This change comes not just from a sudden population explosion, but from a new way of counting urban populations. The report, released on November 18, estimates Jakarta's population at around 42 million people. That's a lot! To...
Taiwan is making a major investment in its defense. The country's president, Lai Ching-te, has announced a special budget of $40 billion. This money will be used to buy weapons and build a strong air defense system called the Taiwan Dome. The plan is to spend this amount over the next eight years, from 2026 to 2033. This big spending plan comes as Taiwan faces growi...
A recent peace plan for Ukraine, linked to President Trump, has sparked global debate. Many believe it mirrors Russia's demands, leading to widespread criticism. This has put Ukrainian leaders in a tough spot, forcing the U. S. to rethink its strategy. The plan's origins and timing have raised eyebrows. It surfaced during a critical moment for Ukraine, adding pressu...
In a major move for Kazakhstan's digital asset scene, a new peer-to-peer (P2P) trading platform has been introduced. This platform is the first of its kind in the country, operating under a fully regulated framework. It aims to provide a transparent and secure space for buying and selling digital assets. The platform works with licensed financial institutions. These...
Teen trouble is a big deal. It hurts not just the young people involved, but also their families and the whole community. To tackle this, experts look at different ideas to figure out why some teens act out. One of these ideas is Agnew's General Theory of Crime. It says that what happens in a teen's life, like at home, school, or with friends, can push them towards t...