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Historic Leadership Crisis Engulfs US Marine Corps: Republican Senate Block Stalls Commandant Confirmation A Leadership Void The United States Marine Corps finds itself in an unprecedented situation as the Senate fails to confirm a new commandant, leaving a historic leadership gap in its ranks. The position has remained vacant since General David Berger’s retirement in…

Deadly Downpour in Northeastern States On Monday, July 9, a devastating deluge struck parts of Vermont and New York, triggering flash floods that caused the death of one person and extensive damage across both states. The severe flooding also led to power outages and significant road closures, adding to the distress of residents and hindering…

UN Hails the Move as a “Major Step Forward” in Alleviating Worldwide Hunger KIEV, UKRAINE – After months of deadlock due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukraine’s Black Sea ports have reopened, allowing the resumption of vital grain exports. The United Nations has hailed this development as a “significant step forward” in easing the escalating…

Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, resulting in thousands of deaths and sparking wildfires across the continent. Nations such as Greece, France, and Spain are currently battling severe fires, propelled by the soaring temperatures and dry conditions, leaving residents and authorities grappling with the devastating effects. The current heatwave, christened ‘Lucifer’ by meteorologists, has shattered…

SEOUL — Amidst growing international concern, North Korea further exacerbated global security issues with its 18th suspected ballistic missile test of the year, fired into the sea on Sunday. The timing of the missile launch closely aligns with the preparations for joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, a significant event in…

On the somber occasion of the 500th day of Ukraine’s ongoing conflict with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a heartfelt tribute to his country. He hailed the “brave” Ukrainian people, paying homage to their courage, resilience, and unyielding spirit in the face of this prolonged strife. A Nation’s Bravery In his commemorative address, President…

Chancellor Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom finds himself in a challenging position as he is reminded that the UK is a signatory to an international convention that guarantees the right to protest. This reminder comes in response to Sunak’s recent announcement that he would consider introducing new laws to restrict protests, sparking a heated…

In a bold move reflecting the rising global tide against police violence, thousands of protesters in France disregarded bans to rally on the streets. Their action marks the third anniversary of the death of Adama Traoré, a Black man whose death in police custody has sparked a nation-wide debate on police conduct and racial bias…

Nature has unleashed its wrath on Pakistan as torrential rains continue to batter various parts of the nation. The ongoing disaster, which started with the onset of the monsoon season, has caused catastrophic flooding and mudslides, leaving behind a trail of destruction. The calamity has claimed at least 76 lives and left 133 people injured,…