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Brics Reshapes Global Economy Beyond Dollar

For nearly eight decades, the United States dollar has stood at the center of global finance, dominating international trade, energy markets and central bank reserves. But a new financial contest is emerging as BRICS nations push to build alternative systems that could
July 25, 2026

Godbless Lema Blocked From Exiting Tanzania

Opposition leader Godbless Jonathan Lema was stopped from leaving the country early Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Namanga border crossing between Tanzania and Kenya, a move that has triggered political speculation and revived conversations around human rights and freedom of movement.
June 7, 2025

Billion-Dollar Feud Between Musk, Trump Escalates

A fast-growing dispute between Elon Musk and U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to disrupt more than $22 billion in government space contracts. The clash, which exploded on social media and in the Oval Office, has raised alarm over the future of
June 6, 2025

Trump Sanctions ICC Judges Over Afghanistan War Probe

The U.S. President Donald Trump imposed sanctions on four judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The action, announced on Thursday, targets judges accused of authorizing what the U.S. termed “illegitimate and baseless” investigations into American and allied personnel. In a written
June 6, 2025

Historic suspensions spark intense debate on Indigenous rights

In a landmark disciplinary move, three Māori Members of Parliament have been suspended from New Zealand’s House of Representatives after staging a haka protest against proposed changes to Indigenous rights legislation. The suspensions—up to 21 sitting days—are the longest in the country’s
June 6, 2025

Trump Reinstates Travel Ban on 12 Nations

 U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation that restricts entry into the United States for nationals of 12 countries, citing national security concerns and the threat of foreign terrorism. The ban, which takes effect on June 9, 2025, blocks citizens
June 5, 2025

African Nations Push Back Against U.S. Pressure

In a growing sign of diplomatic self-confidence, several African nations are choosing to chart their own course, rejecting conditional aid and geopolitical pressure from powerful countries like the United States. The shift, unfolding in 2025, reflects a more assertive approach to sovereignty—one
June 5, 2025

Netanyahu Heads to Washington for Talks with Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., on Monday to hold talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Their discussions will focus on a broad range of issues, including trade tariffs, regional security threats, and the ongoing conflict in
June 5, 2025
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