Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy | Israel War on Gaza News

Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy | Israel War on Gaza News

Washington, DC – Cheers erupted when United States Vice President Kamala Harris called for an “immediate ceasefire” in Gaza earlier this month. But while her words seemed to echo calls for an end to Israel’s war, critics say she fell short of announcing a real policy shift. Speaking in Selma, Alabama,…

US prosecutor Robert Hur stands by assessment of Biden’s ‘poor memory’ | Joe Biden News

US prosecutor Robert Hur stands by assessment of Biden’s ‘poor memory’ | Joe Biden News

Special Counsel Robert Hur has defended his assessment of President Joe Biden’s “poor memory”, as he gave testimony before members of the United States Congress on Tuesday. Hur told the House Judiciary Committee that the evaluation was fundamental to his investigation into whether the president intentionally hoarded classified documents during…

Boeing’s latest turbulence: What’s going on? | Aviation News

Boeing’s latest turbulence: What’s going on? | Aviation News

EXPLAINER Boeing whistleblower John Barnett’s death happened the same week as several safety issues with the company’s aircraft. The death of Boeing whistleblower John Barnett came after a week of Boeing making headlines over a series of safety-related issues. Here is a recap of recent incidents that have shaken the…

How is Israel using cultural erasure as a weapon of war? | TV Shows

How is Israel using cultural erasure as a weapon of war? | TV Shows

Beyond the human suffering during Israel’s ongoing war on Gaza, what is at stake when centuries-old Palestinian culture is wiped away? From the destruction of cultural centres such as Gaza’s century-old Archive Building to the targeted killing of artists such as renowned poet Refaat Alareer, Israel is wiping out facets…

US intelligence warns of mounting challenges to current world order | Conflict News

US intelligence warns of mounting challenges to current world order | Conflict News

United States intelligence agencies have warned that the country faces an “increasingly fragile world order”. The alarm was sent through the 2024 Annual Threat Assessment report issued on Monday. The document on worldwide threats to US national security cautions that China, Iran and Russia are challenging the current international rules-based…

Hungary’s Orban claims Trump said he won’t ‘give a penny’ to Ukraine | Russia-Ukraine war News

Hungary’s Orban claims Trump said he won’t ‘give a penny’ to Ukraine | Russia-Ukraine war News

PM Viktor Orban tells Hungarian state broadcaster that Trump has a ‘clear vision’ after meeting former US president in Florida. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban says former US President Donald Trump has told him that he would “not give a penny” to the war in Ukraine. Orban related the comments…

Tax reform, border funds and Israel aid: Biden releases 2025 budget request | Politics News

Tax reform, border funds and Israel aid: Biden releases 2025 budget request | Politics News

United States President Joe Biden has unveiled a $7.3bn budget proposal that underscores his efforts to pursue several progressive objectives while pushing for more funding to combat crime, restrict immigration at the southern border and send aid to Israel and Ukraine. Presidential budget proposals are typically seen as wish lists…

‘Reject AIPAC’: US progressives join forces against pro-Israel lobby group | Politics News

‘Reject AIPAC’: US progressives join forces against pro-Israel lobby group | Politics News

Washington, DC – Prominent progressive organisations in the United States are joining together to push back against the political and electoral influence of the country’s most powerful pro-Israel lobby group, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). More than 20 advocacy groups launched on Monday a formal coalition dubbed “Reject…

Oscars 2024: The complete list of winners at the 96th Academy Awards | Arts and Culture News

Oscars 2024: The complete list of winners at the 96th Academy Awards | Arts and Culture News

Oppenheimer emerged as the night’s big winner, taking home seven Oscars after being nominated in 13 categories. The following is a complete list of Oscar winners at the 96th Academy Awards on Sunday, presented at a live, televised ceremony from Hollywood. Best pictureOppenheimer Best actor in a leading roleCillian Murphy, Oppenheimer Best actress in…