How USAID Lost the Trust of Republicans
President John F. Kennedy swept into office in 1961 with an optimistic vision that inspired the nation. His inaugural address invited Americans to join...
Japan zoo bans solo male visitors to prevent flirtation, citing family and couple discomfort
A zoo in Japan has implemented an entrance ban for solo men following repeated instances of harassment directed towards its female owner and women...
New Zealand Minister Seeks 3rd Major Player to Shake-Up Grocery Sector
Two large chains—one Australian-owned—dominate the sector, but Nicola Willis is hoping to bolster competition and maybe encourage new entrants. New Zealand’s Minister of Economic...
China Smuggles Drone Parts From Western Militaries to Russia, Says Estonia
Around 80 percent of Russia’s Western drone parts were smuggled via China, according to Estonian intelligence. The Chinese regime is helping Russia in its...
HSBC cuts rates on fixed mortgages in Hong Kong amid slumping sales
Hong Kong’s largest banks are likely to offer new mortgages to ease the burden on homebuyers amid elevated interest rates, but experts doubt that...
Why are Hong Kong government buildings slated for demolition filling up again?
Published: 8:30am, 13 Feb 2025Updated: 8:40am, 13 Feb 2025 Two Hong Kong government buildings in Wan Chai heading for demolition have begun filling up...
Trump Says Putin Agreed to Start Negotiations to End Ukraine War
Trump also discussed the plans with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy is due to meet with Vice President Vance on Feb. 14. Following phone...
White House Releases Receipts of DOGE-Related Canceled Contracts
‘We have contracts upon contracts that we can send and provide this information to you,’ the White House press secretary said. The Trump administration...
Powell Says Trump’s Rate Cut Demands Won’t Change Fed Policy
With inflation no longer at the peak seen during Biden’s presidency, Trump has ramped up pressure on the Fed chair to lower rates. Federal...