The United States has significantly ramped up its military presence in South American waters, deploying its largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, along with three warships. Meanwhile, allied cooperation faces strain: the UK has paused intelligence sharing, fearing its data could aid lethal strikes, and Canada continues general counter-narcotics operations but refuses targeting support. This video breaks down the escalating military tensions and their regional impact.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Trump's High Seas Crackdown Sparks Transatlantic Rift

A new congressional push to “Release the Epstein Files” intensifies political pressure in Washington as scrutiny mounts over long-sealed documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s network. The vote has reignited debate across parties, with Donald Trump facing renewed questions as the issue resurfaces in the 2025 political climate. Lawmakers brace for fallout as demands for transparency grow louder.

‘Epstein Files’ Shadow Looms Over Trump

President Donald Trump has floated the idea of introducing 50-year mortgages as a way to reduce monthly home payments for Americans struggling with high housing costs. The proposal aims to make homeownership more affordable but has sparked debate over long-term debt and financial risks.

 Trump Floats 50-year Mortgages to Cut Monthly Home Payments 

President Donald Trump has introduced a new economic proposal that would provide $2,000 dividends to Americans, funded by tariffs. The plan has sparked debate across the nation, with supporters praising it as a boost to household income, while critics question its economic feasibility.

New Trump Proposal: Tariff-Funded $2,000 Dividends for Americans

Rising costs of living are causing concern within the Republican Party, but former President Trump denies there is an affordability crisis, instead blaming President Biden for the economic pressure.

US: Trump Denies Affordability Crisis Amid Rising Costs

An overnight Russian drone attack on Kyiv wounded nine people and damaged buildings across the city, a senior official in the Ukrainian capital said.


Russia-Ukraine war: Russia attacks Kyiv with fires, injuries, and ongoing strikes reported

The BBC has apologised to US President Donald Trump over a documentary that spliced parts of his 6 January 2021 speech, making it appear as if he advocated violence. The broadcaster acknowledged an "error of judgement" and sent a personal apology, but rejected Trump's defamation claim and refused to pay compensation. 

BBC Apologises to Trump, Rejects Defamation Claim

President Volodymyr Zelensky has visited troops near Ukraine's southeastern front, warning of the need to shore up the lines after losing ground in increasingly high-intensity battles far from Russia's offensive in the east.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky visits troops near Zaporizhzhia frontline 

The United States on Thursday (Nov 13) called on the UN Security Council to unite and back its draft resolution aimed at bolstering President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza, warning that Palestinians could otherwise suffer "grave" consequences.


US urges United Nations to adopt Trump's Gaza deal or else Gazans will suffer 

An overnight Russian drone attack on Kyiv wounded nine people and damaged buildings across the city, a senior official in the Ukrainian capital said. 


Russia-Ukraine war: Explosions across Ukrainian capital, at least two injured 

Russia-Ukraine War: The frontline in eastern Ukraine deteriorates rapidly with Russian troops advancing into key Zaporizhzhia villages. Civilians face evacuation under fire while the G7 issues urgent calls to Moscow for an immediate ceasefire. 


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine's frontline towns brace as Russian pressure mounts

U.S. President Donald Trump has formally requested Israeli President Isaac Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling the corruption charges against him “political lawfare.” Netanyahu welcomed the move, while Herzog’s office stressed that any pardon must follow Israel’s legal procedures. Watch our full coverage on the unprecedented intervention and its implications for Israeli politics.


Trump urges Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu

G7 begs Moscow to halt war, Russia advances, Ukrainians flee under fire 

President Donald Trump has unveiled a new approach to America’s H-1B visa program. Despite his administration’s ongoing crackdown on visa abuse, Trump says the U.S. must bring in global talent where American skills fall short. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called it a “knowledge transfer” model — foreign experts will train U.S. workers, then return home once the jobs are localized. Here’s what the new plan means for tech, manufacturing, and global talent flows.


What is the Trump administration's stance on H1-b visas? 

The Kremlin said on Thursday that Ukraine would have to negotiate with Russia "sooner or later" and predicted that Kyiv's negotiating position would get worse by the day.
Moscow, whose forces are trying to take control of the city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine, has accused Ukrainian officials of refusing to engage in peace talks. Kyiv says Moscow's terms to end the war are unacceptable and tantamount to asking it to surrender.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin says Ukraine will have to negotiate with Russia 'sooner or later' 

Epstein Emails: House Democrats have released thousands of pages of Jeffrey Epstein’s emails, including messages where Epstein wrote that President Trump “spent hours” with one of Epstein’s victims. These newly disclosed communications suggest that Epstein believed Trump knew more about the abuse allegations than he has publicly acknowledged. 


Epstein files: Epstein claimed Trump 'knew of the girls' in one email 

Reports show U.S. holiday travel budgets have dropped by 18% this year, while the looming government shutdown threatens to ground millions of travelers. Economic uncertainty and higher costs are dampening the holiday spirit nationwide.


US govt shutdown: Reports suggest US holiday travel budget down 18% this year

Epstein Emails: House Democrats have released thousands of pages of Jeffrey Epstein’s emails, including messages where Epstein wrote that President Trump “spent hours” with one of Epstein’s victims. These newly disclosed communications suggest that Epstein believed Trump knew more about the abuse allegations than he has publicly acknowledged. 

Epstein Emails: House Democrats Release Epstein Emails Mentioning Trump

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian forces launched multiple drone strikes targeting the Kholodnohirskyi district in Kharkiv on November 12, 2025, damaging warehouses, residential buildings, and a transport company. At least five people were injured, with four hospitalized, and two residents rescued from blocked apartments.


Russia-Ukraine war: New US sanctions to hit Russia on Nov 21, sanctions aim to pressure Putin

U.S. -China: There is a major development in U.S-China trade relations as the momentum on soybean purchases appears to have stalled.
After a promising flurry of orders last month, China’s imports of American soybeans have significantly slowed down. This pause is raising questions about whether Beijing will meet the ambitious purchase targets set by the us government.

China-U.S.: China’s Soybean Purchases Stumble Despite Trade Truce

After imposing a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged that the U.S. needs skilled foreign talent, especially in sectors like defence and manufacturing. in an interview with Fox News, Trump said Americans “can’t be taken off unemployment lines to make missiles,” prompting debate over his shifting stance on immigration. the move follows a lawsuit by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and growing concern among allies including South Korea.

Trump Admits U.S. 'Needs Foreign Talent' After $100K Visa Fee Hike

The U.S. government is facing a potential shutdown as lawmakers negotiate spending bills. discussions are ongoing in congress to reach a compromise before critical deadlines. Political analysts continue to monitor developments as the outcome could affect government operations and public services across the country.

Will U.S. Government Shutdown End Soon?

California Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly rebuked President Donald Trump for skipping the COP30 Climate Summit.
Newsom emphasized the importance of global cooperation on climate change and criticized Trump’s absence as a setback for environmental leadership.

US: California Governor Rebukes Trump for Skipping COP30 Climate Summit

President Donald Trump declared a “very big victory” as the U.S. House prepared to vote on a spending bill to end the longest government shutdown in American history, lasting six weeks.

Trump Declares 'Big Victory' Over Longest U.S. Government Shutdown

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