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US politics Nov 9, 2024 Harris concedes, Trump triumphs: A new era of uncertainty begins as VP vows to keep fighting In a stunning political shift, Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 2024 U.S. presidential race, marking the beginning of a new and uncertain era for America and the world. According to Philstar, his crushing win was sealed on Wednesday (Oct 7), as Vice President Kamala Harris delivered an emotional concession speech in Washington, vowing to […] By Gemma Iso
US politics Oct 31, 2024 Trump’s bold vision – Unleashing chaos as he promises radical overhaul with Musk and Kennedy at the helm As the 2024 presidential campaign heats up, former President Donald Trump is navigating a complex relationship with Project 2025—a controversial blueprint developed by conservative activists outlining an ambitious agenda for his potential second term. While Trump has sought to distance himself from the project, the extent to which he and his allies might adopt its […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Oct 30, 2024 Steve Bannon freed from prison just in time to supercharge last-minute election campaign Steve Bannon, the former chief strategist for Donald Trump and a prominent right-wing media figure, was released from federal prison on Tuesday (October 29), just days ahead of the pivotal Election Day (November 5). His return comes as he aims to revive his flagging media platform, “War Room,” which has struggled during his incarceration. “I’m […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Oct 29, 2024 Mass cancellations and resignations at the Washington Post follow Bezos nixing Harris’ endorsement The Washington Post is facing an upheaval following owner Jeff Bezos’s recent choice to block an endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. According to NPR, the fallout resulted in over 200,000 digital subscription cancellations, representing around 8% of the paper’s 2.5 million paid subscribers. Raised eyebrows over timing and motives […] By Gemma Iso
US politics Oct 29, 2024 Temasek warns: Trump presidency could hamper global growth and impact markets Singapore’s Temasek, a major state-owned investment firm, is sounding the alarm about the potential economic repercussions of a Donald Trump victory in the upcoming U.S. presidential election. A statement from Rohit Sipahimalani, Temasek’s chief investment officer, that was featured in a The Edge Malaysia report, states that a Trump administration could lead to slower global […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Oct 24, 2024 23 Nobel laureates in economics rally behind Harris’ bold economic vision In a stunning show of solidarity, 23 Nobel prize-winning economists have thrown their weight behind Vice President Kamala Harris’ economic strategies, warning that former President Trump’s policies could plunge the nation into deeper debt and trigger a price surge. A significant endorsement As the 2024 election looms, with the economy at the forefront of voters’ […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Oct 23, 2024 Foreign powers seek to disrupt U.S. elections, intelligence officials warn As the November 5 U.S. elections approach, American intelligence officials are sounding the alarm about foreign interference, specifically from Russia, China, and Iran. These nations are reportedly aiming to exacerbate divisive narratives among Americans and may even consider inciting violence in the aftermath of the voting, according to a report from Reuters. Officials from the […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Oct 22, 2024 Elon Musk’s million-dollar ‘free speech and gun rights’ petition giveaway raises eyebrows among legal experts In a move that has sparked intense debate, Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has launched a $1 million daily giveaway for supporters who sign his online petition championing free speech and gun rights. This bold initiative, which promises to reward a lucky signatory daily, has plunged the tech mogul into a murky legal […] By Gemma Iso
US politics Aug 30, 2024 The View host Ana Navarro roasts Megyn Kelly, calling her a dismal failure for attacking CNN’s Kaitlan Collins The View host Ana Navarro roasted Megyn Kelly, saying she was a dismal failure for her attack on CNN journalist Kaitlan Collins. On the Tuesday night episode of The Megyn Kelly show, host Kelly called Collins biased and said that her biggest sin was that she was extremely boring with no personality. “I have a […] By Jasmime Kaur
US politics Aug 24, 2024 Kamala Harris Quotes: A guide through the labyrinth of wisdom and the valley of the shadow of nonsensicality? In the vastness of political discourse, where words are woven with the precision of a master craftsman, there exists a unique thread that is both the envy and the bewilderment of all who behold it—the eloquence of the current US Vice President. Kamala Harris quotes have become the Rosetta Stone of modern political interpretation, guiding […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Aug 24, 2024 Strategic Retreat Before a Bold Advance: Must VP Kamala Harris step down to run for office? In the high-stakes world of American politics, where every move is scrutinized and debated, the question of whether VP Kamala Harris must step down to run for office has sparked a firestorm of speculation and debate. With the 2024 presidential election on the horizon, the political landscape is ripe with potential candidates, each with their […] By Jara Carballo
US politics Aug 21, 2024 Tim Walz responds good-naturedly to his children who ‘pranked’ him on national television Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz was pranked by his own children on national television recently at the Democratic National Convention. Instead of getting upset when he found out about the prank, he responded very good-naturedly. The prank involved his kids, Hope and Gus, putting bunny ears on him as he conducted a short interview […] By Jasmime Kaur
US politics Aug 21, 2024 Celebrities attending the Democratic National Convention The Democratic National Convention (DNC) started on Aug 19 in Chicago and several celebrities are also attending the event. Steve Kerr Among them was Steve Kerr who got on stage on Monday night. Kerr is the head coach of the Golden State Warriors basketball team and the US Olympic team. He did the popular sleep […] By Jasmime Kaur
US politics Aug 21, 2024 Beyonce and even beyond Beyonce? Stars a-sizzle for Kamala Harris US Vice President and presidential candidate Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention on Monday (August 19) night, coming onstage to roaring applause and a rousing Beyoncé song. But why just the song and not the singer? The buzz had been building for days for a Beyonce moment at the convention […] By Abhijit Nag