Economy
Economic trends and policy
Funeral Held in Occupied West Bank Amid Ongoing Regional Economic Pressures
A funeral was held in the occupied West Bank for a Palestinian man recently killed, highlighting ongoing regional tensions impacting local stability and markets.
Kenyan Filmmaker Challenges Legacy Tea Plantations in New Documentary
A new documentary by a Kenyan filmmaker sheds light on the historical legacies and ongoing systemic issues within Kenya's colonial-era tea plantations.
ICC Terminates French Insurer Contract Amid US Sanctions Threat
The International Criminal Court has ended its agreement with French insurer Axa following mounting US criticism and looming financial restrictions.
Analysis of Palestinian Children in Israeli Military Detention and Economic Impact
An examination of Palestinian children in Israeli military detention, highlighting its humanitarian context and broader geopolitical and economic implications.
US Supreme Court Accepts Trump ICE Detention Policy Case
The US Supreme Court has agreed to review President Donald Trump's ICE detention policy, setting the stage for a major legal battle over sweeping immigration crackdowns.
Tennessee Suspends Executions Following Botched Lethal Injection Case of Christa Pike
Christa Pike survived two lethal injections at a Tennessee facility, sparking a third-party review and raising severe protocol and legal questions.
Renee Good Family Files Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
The family of Renee Good has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration following a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis, alleging civil rights violations.
Tennessee Suspends Capital Punishment Protocols Following Unprecedented Execution Failure
Tennessee halts all remaining executions after death row inmate Christa Pike survives two lethal injection attempts using pentobarbital, prompting a state review.
Netanyahu Attributes Flydubai Cockpit Assault to Islamist Radical Indoctrination
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reveals that the co-pilot who attempted to hijack and crash a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv had undergone Islamist radical indoctrination.
Carlos Queiroz Steps Down as Ghana Coach Following AFCON 2027 Qualifying Setbacks
Carlos Queiroz has resigned as head coach of Ghana after enduring two consecutive defeats in the qualifying round for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Human Rights Barrister Margaret Owen Arrested at 94 Over Palestine Action Support
Celebrated 94-year-old Jewish human rights barrister and OBE recipient Margaret Owen has been arrested for supporting Palestine Action, drawing significant media attention.
Minaret Collapse During Ujjain Mosque Demolition Sparks Controversy
A 600-year-old minaret in India's Ujjain mosque collapsed during a controversial demolition, drawing widespread attention and raising socio-economic tensions.
Kashmir's Dal Lake Ecosystem Faces Severe Climate and Environmental Threats
Kashmir's iconic Dal Lake is confronting severe ecological deterioration driven by escalating pollution, unregulated construction, and ongoing climate change pressures.
The Strategic Battle for Kordofan: Inside Sudan’s Crucial East-West Corridor
Explore the critical economic and military fight for Kordofan, Sudan's vital corridor linking the east and west, which has faced a heavy toll since April 2023.
New E1 Sanctions Bill Tests US Policy on Israeli Settlements and Democratic Resolve
A newly introduced E1 sanctions bill could determine if official US objections to Israeli settlements will finally be matched with tangible diplomatic and economic consequences.
Modi’s India Shifts to Direct Confrontation With Trump on Tariffs and Terrorism
India pivots from a wait-and-watch approach to openly addressing policy differences with the Trump administration regarding tariffs and terrorism amid mounting domestic pressure.
DR Congo Official Mourned Following Fatal Attack Amid Ebola Response
The burial of DR Congo official Marie-Celestin Karondwa, who died after being beaten in Butembo, underscores persistent public health challenges in Ebola hotspots.
Gaza Recovers 105 Bodies From October 2023 Strikes: Economic and Humanitarian Impacts
Gaza prepares to bury 105 Palestinians whose bodies were recovered from a residential block destroyed in October 2023, highlighting ongoing regional destruction.
US Supreme Court Clears Christa Pike Execution Path in Tennessee
The US Supreme Court has overturned a last-minute stay, clearing the way for Christa Pike's execution and marking a major judicial milestone for Tennessee.
Pentagon Shake-Up: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Orders 20% Reduction in Generals and Admirals
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the military to slash 20% of its generals and admirals by January 1, deepening previous cuts to top ranks.