Trump's Hold on Republican Party Tightens as Critics Lose Primaries
The Republican Party's primary elections across the US have showcased President Trump's strong grip on the party. On May 20, 2026, several high-profile critics
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New Ebola Outbreak Raises Urgent Need for Vaccine Development
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the recent outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a
Eurozone Growth Slows Under War Pressure
The European Commission has downgraded its growth forecast for the eurozone, citing the ongoing war as a major factor. The region's economy is expected to slow
Trump's "Anti-Weaponization" Fund Sparks Legal Concerns
The US Department of Justice has set aside $1.8 billion for a new fund under President Donald Trump's administration. This move has raised eyebrows among legal
Capitol Officers Sue Over $1.8 Billion Fund
Two police officers who defended the US Capitol on January 6 are now suing to block a $1.8 billion fund. The lawsuit was filed by the officers, who were part of
Uzbekistan's Fear and Silence Test ADB's Anti-Retaliation Pledge
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed to zero tolerance for reprisals against people who report concerns or cooperate with investigations. Uzbekistan i
Indo-Pacific Defence Takes Shape
The US and its allies are ramping up military exercises in the Indo-Pacific region, with the Philippines playing a key role. Exercise Balikatan 24 took place in
South Asia's Turbulent Politics: A New Era Unfolds
Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh have been hit by widespread protests, forcing governments to rethink their strategies. The unrest has led to significant change
India Revises Economic Growth Measurement
India has updated its method for calculating economic growth after a decade, sparking interest in the implications of this change. The new methodology was intro
India Lands Major Chip Deal
India has signed a significant memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dutch firm ASML, a leading chipmaker, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. The
Ukraine Bolsters Defences Against Russian Drone Attacks
Ukraine has been fighting Russia's large-scale invasion for four years, and its efforts to protect its skies from drones have gained significant momentum. The c
US-China Tensions Rise Over Taiwan Arms Deal
Tensions between Washington and Beijing are escalating as the US plans to supply Taiwan with a massive $14 billion arms package. The Pentagon had planned a visi