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India and EU Set Ambitious Deadline for Landmark Free Trade Pact
India and the European Union have agreed to finalize a free trade agreement by the end of the year, with the goal of boosting cooperation in trade, technology, connectivity, and defense. The agreement, which would be the largest deal of its kind, aims to elevate and accelerate the India-EU strategic partnership, with the EU being India's largest trading partner, accounting for over $130 billion in exports and imports in the 2023-24 fiscal year. Read the…
Notorious Mexican Kingpin Denies Role in 1985 Slaying of DEA Agent in US Court
Rafael Caro Quintero, a Mexican drug lord, has been expelled from Mexico and appeared in a Brooklyn court, facing charges related to the 1985 kidnapping, torture, and murder of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena Salazar. Caro Quintero pleaded not guilty to all charges, which include leading a continuing criminal enterprise, international narcotics distribution conspiracy, and unlawful use of firearms in connection with drug trafficking activities, and is being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center.…
Trump and Zelenskyy Engage in Intense Game of Rock-Paper-Scissors, World Leaders Hold Breath as Tiebreaker Decide’s Global Fate
Welcome to the most epic rant of the century! I'm still trying to process the sheer audacity of the events that transpired in the Oval Office last Friday. The president of the United States, along with his trusty sidekick Vice President J. Divan Vance, decided to berate Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in front of the press and public. I mean, what could possibly go wrong, right? And then, Vance had the nerve to lecture Zelenskyy…
BBC Admits Fault in Controversial Gaza Documentary Amidst Backlash
The BBC will conduct a full audit of the expenditure on a film, requesting financial accounts from Hoyo Films. The BBC spokesperson stated that the incident "damaged" trust in the Corporation's journalism, and the director-general has expedited complaints to the Executive Complaints Unit. Read the full story here
Telegram Channels with Russian Ties Incite Violence Against UK Mosques, Sparking Islamophobia Fears
A network of Telegram channels with Russian links is encouraging violent attacks on mosques and Muslims in the UK, offering cryptocurrency in return. Campaigners have warned that the channels pose a significant threat, with evidence including the sharing of bomb-making recipes and 3D-printed weapons designs, as well as antisemitic and anti-Muslim content. Read the full story here
Europe and India Must Seize the Moment for Unprecedented Partnership
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced that the EU and India are aiming to seal a free trade deal by the end of this year, which would be the largest of its kind globally. The proposed deal is part of efforts to take the EU-India strategic partnership to the "next level" and effectively navigate geopolitical challenges, with von der Leyen emphasizing the need for cooperation in areas such as trade, technology, security,…
Zelensky Claims Innocence, Completely Forgets He’s Dealing with a Guy Who Thinks Windmills Cause Cancer
I am just so done with these politicians and their endless drama, and this story about Zelensky and Trump is just the latest example of how they can't seem to get along. But, I mean, who needs diplomacy when you can just have a public spat, right? And, seriously, Zelensky says he doesn't think he did anything wrong - are you kidding me? But, let's get real here, this whole thing is just a big…
Blood on the Border: Ethiopia Migrants Caught in Deadly Crossing Attempt
Saudi Arabia's forces are accused of using indiscriminate force against migrants on their borders, resulting in deaths and injuries. Ethiopian migrants have given accounts of coming under machine gun fire and witnessing bodies rotting in the border area. A Human Rights Watch (HRW) report found that Saudi border guards killed hundreds of Ethiopian migrants and asylum seekers between 2022 and 2023, using guns and explosive weaponry, which may amount to crimes against humanity. The situation…
Raging Inferno Engulfs Japanese Woods, Claiming Life and Forcing Mass Evacuations
A wildfire in Japan has resulted in at least one death and damaged over 80 buildings, prompting the evacuation of hundreds of residents. Military helicopters have been deployed to combat the flames in the northern region of Iwate, with nearly 600 residents evacuated and 84 buildings damaged. Read the full story here
Europe Dares Trump: Bring On the Tariffs
The European Union has responded to tariff threats made by the United States, saying they are prepared to retaliate if necessary. The EU is confident in their trade policies and is not intimidated by the potential tariffs. The EU has stated that they will take measures to protect their economic interests if the US proceeds with the tariffs. This response is a clear indication that the EU is prepared to stand firm on trade issues.…