US to Expand Travel Ban to Include More Countries

The Trump administration is finalizing a new travel ban that will be broader than its previous versions. The proposed “red” list includes countries whose citizens were previously restricted, with Afghanistan set to be added as a completely barred country. Afghan evacuees who have worked with US forces during the war face a complete travel ban. … Read more

Social Security Boost May Come with Increased Taxes

A new law eliminating Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) could boost millions of Americans’ Social Security benefits, but also means they may have to pay more taxes. The Social Security Fairness Act affects about 3.2 million public-sector retirees who receive pension income. Starting January 2024, beneficiaries may receive a one-time retroactive … Read more

Pope Francis Speaks First Time Since Hospitalization

Pope Francis made his first public appearance since being hospitalized 21 days ago in a prerecorded message, thanking those gathered for their prayers. The Holy Father spoke from the Vatican’s press office, where he was seen hoarse and out of breath. In the message, Pope Francis expressed gratitude to those who prayed for his health … Read more

Tesla Owners Targeted in Growing Anti-Musk Backlash

Tesla owners are facing a growing wave of vandalism, harassment, and hate speech as Elon Musk’s influence on the country continues to escalate. The latest incident involves a fire at a Tesla supercharger station in Massachusetts, which authorities believe was intentionally set. The backlash is part of a larger trend of anti-Musk protests across the … Read more

US Dollar’s Dominance at Risk Amid Rising Government Debt Concerns

The US dollar has long been considered the world’s reserve currency, giving the US significant financial advantages. However, concerns are growing about the sustainability of US government debt and spending. For decades, the US dollar has held a unique position as the global standard. But without credible progress to address the federal budget deficit, worries … Read more

Global Markets Weaken Amid US Tariff Uncertainty

The global economy experienced a downturn last week as investors grew increasingly wary of Donald Trump’s tariff policies. The uncertainty surrounding the US government’s actions had a significant impact on European markets, with Germany’s Dax index tumbling 1.9% and France’s Cac 40 falling 1.3%. US employment figures revealed that 151,000 jobs were added to the … Read more

Celtics’ Pritchard and White Make History with Career-High Scoring Nights

Boston Celtics teammates Payton Pritchard and Derrick White became the first Celtics duo to each score 40-plus points in a game, as Boston defeated Portland at home. The performance marked career-highs for both players. Coach Joe Mazzulla praised the pair’s efforts, saying: “They were tremendous… I’m lucky to have them.” The win came despite several … Read more

Kiefer Grapples with War and History in Amsterdam Exhibit

Renowned German artist Anselm Kiefer is set to unveil his latest installation, titled “Sag mir wo die Blumen sind,” at two museums in Amsterdam. The sprawling exhibit, which comprises 25 paintings, 13 drawings, and three films, explores Kiefer’s antiwar sentiment through subtle and overt expressions. The show takes its title from the 1955 protest anthem … Read more