Elon Musk has brushed aside the furore over a one-armed gesture he made during a speech celebrating Donald Trump‘s inauguration. At Monday’s event, Musk thanked the crowd for “making it happen” before placing his right hand over his heart and thrusting the same arm out into the air straight ahead of him. He then turned…
In a significant diplomatic move, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a video call shortly after Donald Trump‘s inauguration on Monday. Both leaders expressed their commitment to elevating bilateral relations to “greater heights,” as reported by state media from both nations. In a recent statement, Putin referred to Xi as…
TikTok is set to resume services for its 170 million users in the United States following President-elect Donald Trump‘s announcement of an impending executive order that will provide the app with a reprieve upon his inauguration on Monday. On Saturday evening, American users experienced a disruption as the Chinese-owned app ceased functioning following the implementation…
On Saturday, a significant number of predominantly female protesters gathered in the streets of Washington DC to voice their opposition to President-elect Donald Trump, just two days before his inauguration. The People’s March, formerly recognised as the Women’s March, has been held annually since 2017. A coalition of organisations has initiated the movement, declaring its…
The United States has included multiple Chinese technology firms, such as the prominent gaming and social media entity Tencent and the battery manufacturer CATL, on a roster of companies it claims to collaborate with the Chinese military. The list is a cautionary measure for American companies and organizations regarding the potential dangers of engaging in…
The Arctic again captured public attention as Donald Trump reiterated his interest in acquiring Greenland. While Trump referenced national security concerns, many observers believe that the region’s extensive mineral resources are the primary draw. However, economic development in other parts of the expansive polar region has reached a standstill. During this season, Norwegian fisherman Sondre…
New York has officially launched the first congestion charge scheme for vehicles in the United States. Car drivers incur charges of up to $9 (£7) per day, while other vehicles will face differing rates. The congestion zone encompasses a region south of Central Park, including notable landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Times Square,…
The US Department of State has officially informed Congress about a proposed arms sale to Israel, valued at $8 billion (£6.4 billion), as confirmed by an American official to the BBC. A consignment of weapons, pending approval from both House and Senate committees, comprises missiles, shells, and various other munitions. The decision arrived slightly over…
A judge has scheduled Donald Trump‘s sentencing for 10 January in connection with his hush-money case in New York, just under two weeks before his anticipated swearing-in as president. Justice Juan Merchan of New York said he would not impose jail time, probation, or a fine on Trump. Instead, he plans to grant an “unconditional…
Ukraine is facing significant challenges in its ground operations. Many soldiers are fatigued and worn down after three years of continuous combat. The pressing inquiry remains: is the nation capable of withstanding yet another year of conflict? Their forces continue to demonstrate resistance against Russian advances in the east. However, they find themselves nearly encircled…
