Riyadh – Eid al-Fitr begins Sunday, March 30, 2025, Saudi Arabia announced. The announcement followed the sighting of the crescent moon. This ends the holy month of Ramadan. The Royal Court confirmed the date. “The Supreme Court decided that tomorrow, Sunday, March…
Kyiv – Ukraine will not accept territorial compromises to end Russia’s invasion, Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa stated. She said Russia is not prepared for peace. Betsa warned against trusting Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russia Accused of Stalling Betsa accused…
Brasília – Brazil introduced a bill to allow partial crypto salaries. Federal deputy Luiz Philippe de Orleans e Bragança introduced Bill PL 957/2025 on March 12, 2025. The bill lets employees choose to receive up to 50% of their pay in…
Washington, D.C. – The United States plans to cut funding for GAVI. GAVI provides vaccines to developing countries, including Nigeria. This cut follows efforts to reduce malaria programs and end many health projects. A US Agency for International Development (USAID) document shows…
New York – A federal judge stopped U.S. authorities from detaining and deporting Yunseo Chung. Chung is a 21-year-old South Korean citizen and U.S. resident. She is a Columbia University student protester. Chung sued the government after Homeland Security agents tried…
Rome – Medical staff considered stopping treatment for Pope Francis while he was hospitalized. The 88-year-old pontiff suffered a serious respiratory illness. Professor Sergio Alfieri, the lead doctor, revealed this information. Alfieri told an Italian newspaper the critical moment occurred on February…
Riyadh – US and Russian officials started ceasefire talks Monday. This follows talks between the US and Ukraine. US President Donald Trump seeks a quick end to the three-year war. He hopes talks lead to a ceasefire. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov called…
Rome – Pope Francis made his first public appearance on Sunday since being admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on February 14th. The Pontiff greeted and thanked well-wishers from a balcony. Brief Appearance, Words of Thanks The 88-year-old Pope Francis, who has been battling…
Washington, D.C. – US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on any nation that purchases oil and gas from Venezuela. Trump revealed the new policy on his Truth Social platform. Trump Links Tariff to Security, Trade Policy…
Fambita, Niger – ISGS militants killed at least 44 civilians in a Niger massacre on Friday. The attack happened in Fambita village, located in Niger’s Tillabéri region. The victims were observing prayers during Ramadan. Government Response The Ministry of Interior stated that…
