The Congo River Alliance led by Corneille Nangaa reports taking control of Goma, the city’s largest in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Rebels have advanced swiftly this month, pushing past Munigi and ordering government troops to dis arm and surrender. With civilians fleeing and flights grounded, Goma faces a humanitarian crisis. The UN Security … Read more
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Banks are demanding clearer guidelines from the government to ensure they aren’t forced to close accounts of conservative customers based on political grounds. Leading institutions like Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase have faced criticism from President Trump, who claims they turned away conservative clients due to politics. The banks argue they serve millions of … Read more
Target has announced plans to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives following President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The retailer is aligning its workforce and offerings with customer needs after dropping its three-year DEI goals, including discontinuing reporting for Black- and minority-owned businesses and ending a program featuring their products in stores. The decision, … Read more
Israeli soldiers have killed a two-year-old Palestinian girl in an attack during large-scale raids in the occupied West Bank. The girl was shot in the head on Saturday by Israeli forces near Jenin, according to health officials. Her pregnant mother was also lightly injured in the incident. Separately, another Palestinian was injured after being hit … Read more
** Cold weather poses significant health risks this winter. Experts urge caution due to potential falls on icy sidewalks or chest pain from shoveling snow. The cold weakens the immune system, increasing the likelihood of infections like COVID, flu, or the common cold. Symptoms such as frostbitten extremities occur in three stages: mild discomfort, tingling, … Read more
Kimberly Williams-Paisley has shared another health update with her fans, this time after undergoing a new injury in the wake of losing her voice for nearly two years. The 53-year-old actress, known as the “Mother of the Bride,” took to Instagram to explain that she fell and broke her foot last Saturday while trying to … Read more
A new video has emerged showing the dramatic rescue of three skiers near Steven’s Pass, Wash., following a fall on January 22, 2025, after sunset. King County Air Support received an SOS alert via satellite from one of the skiers’ Apple Watches, initially informing that another skier had fallen approximately 1,000 feet and sustained a … Read more
** Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, many investors anticipate a continuation of his economic policies. Here are five strategies to navigate potential market opportunities. 1. **Invest in Bitcoin**: Trump supported Bitcoin during his campaign, which might signal its inclusion in the U.S. financial system under new policies. Investors should monitor market trends and consult with … Read more
Costco is introducing Coke products at its food courts, following a long-standing tradition of serving Pepsi. Prices for the 20-ounce soda are rising from $0.69 to $0.79, as general grocery costs continue to climb. Customers are reacting cautiously online, with some pointing out the minimal increase as “too cheap” and others expressing concern about wallet … Read more