Kashmir conflict: why India and Pakistan can’t make peace 

Kashmir conflict: why India and Pakistan can’t make peace 

Kashmir, an ethnically diverse region in the Himalayas, is renowned for its stunning lakes, lush meadows, and majestic snow-capped mountains.  Before India and Pakistan’s independence from British rule in August 1947, the region was already a focal point of intense disputes.  The partition plan outlined in the Indian Independence Act allowed Muslim-majority Kashmir the option…

Peru declares curfew after killing of 13 mine workers 

Peru declares curfew after killing of 13 mine workers 

The government of Peru has enacted a night-time curfew in Pataz province following the tragic deaths of 13 mine workers who were kidnapped last week.  President Dina Boluarte has issued an order to suspend mining activities for one month, coinciding with the deployment of additional police and military personnel to the area.  The recent incident…

Pope Francis mourned as 'Grandpa' who stood with nation in crisis 

Pope Francis mourned as ‘Grandpa’ who stood with nation in crisis 

Pope Francis emerged onto a rain-drenched makeshift stage, undeterred by the off-season typhoon that had lashed the area, to address a sea of hundreds of thousands of emotional pilgrims in the central Philippines.  Despite warnings from organizers about deteriorating weather conditions, he proceeded with the 2015 open-air mass in Tacloban.Despite the challenges, Francis remained undeterred,…

U.S. slaps up to 3,521% tariffs on Southeast Asia solar panels 

U.S. slaps up to 3,521% tariffs on Southeast Asia solar panels 

The US Commerce Department has revealed intentions to impose tariffs of as high as 3,521% on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian countries.  A year-long investigation culminated following requests from several major solar equipment manufacturers for the administration of then-President Joe Biden to safeguard their operations in the United States.  The proposed levies are…

Trump under fire: mass protests sweep the US with thousands in the streets

Trump under fire: mass protests sweep the US with thousands in the streets

Thousands gathered in cities nationwide on Saturday to voice their dissent against recent actions taken by President Donald Trump.  The demonstrations, referred to as “50501” for “50 protests, 50 states, one movement,” were strategically planned to align with the 250th anniversary of the commencement of the American Revolutionary War.  Protesters gathered outside the White House,…