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Trump Orders 90-Day Halt on U.S. Foreign Aid

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 20, 2025, temporarily suspending all U.S. foreign aid programs for 90 days. The suspension aims to allow a thorough review of these programs to ensure they align with the administration’s foreign policy priorities.
January 22, 2025

WHO Regrets U.S. Withdrawal From Global Health Efforts

The World Health Organization (WHO) has voiced its regret over the United States’ decision to end its membership in the organization. The announcement, made by President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, comes as a major blow to global health cooperation and
January 22, 2025

Meta Faces Backlash Over Policy Changes

Meta, the tech giant led by Mark Zuckerberg, has come under fire after removing transgender and non-binary themes from its Messenger app. This decision, part of a broader shift in company policies, has sparked protests among employees and criticism from advocacy groups
January 22, 2025

Trump Administration Defines Gender as Male and Female

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order mandating that the federal government recognize only two genders: male and female. This decision, announced on January 20, 2025, is being framed by the administration as a push to “restore biological truth” and counter
January 21, 2025

Putin Calls For Long-Term Peace, Open to U.S. Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended an olive branch to the United States, expressing his willingness to engage in dialogue with President Donald Trump’s administration to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Speaking during a meeting with Russia’s Security Council, Putin emphasized
January 21, 2025

Trump’s Move to Rename Gulf Sparks Controversy

 U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America .” The announcement, made shortly after his inauguration, is part of what he calls a broader effort to “reclaim American pride and identity.”
January 21, 2025

Tshisekedi Stresses Dialogue, Excludes M23 From Talks

Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has expressed his willingness to continue dialogue to resolve the crisis in the eastern part of the country. However, he made it clear that the M23 rebel group, which Kinshasa labels a terrorist organization, will not be included
January 21, 2025

Trump’s Inauguration Moved Indoors Due to Cold

President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration will be held inside the U.S. Capitol, instead of the usual outdoor ceremony, due to a severe cold front sweeping across the country. This marks the first time in 40 years that a presidential swearing-in has been moved
January 20, 2025
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