Author: Amanda Martinez

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation after facing mounting pressure within his own party. Reports suggest Justin Trudeau plans to step down during a press conference at Rideau Cottage on Monday morning.  This decision follows months of dwindling public support and internal criticism from Liberal Party members. Sources close to Trudeau revealed his intention to resign before an emergency party meeting scheduled for wednesday. Trudeau aims to avoid the appearance of being ousted by his own Member of Parliament. His Departure would mark the end of his nine-year tenure as Prime Minister since 2015. This…

A devastating incident occurred at the Koh Yao Elephant Care Center in Thailand, resulting in the death of a Spanish tourist. Blanca Ojanguren Garcia, 22, was bathing an elephant when the animal suddenly attacked her. García’s boyfriend witnessed the tragic event. Experts believe the elephant may have been stressed due to interacting with tourists outside its natural habitat. Animal activists have long criticized elephant bathing activities, citing the disruption of natural behaviors and exposure to unnecessary stress. Furthermore, many elephants used for tourism in Asia live in severely inadequate conditions. World Animal Protection reports that over 60 elephants endure profound…

A breakthrough has been made in the fight against Congo Gold Smuggling. Three Chinese nationals have been arrested in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo with 12 gold bars and $800,000 in cash. A tip-off from a local resident made the arrests possible. According to Jean Jacques Purusi, the governor of South Kivu province, the gold and money were hidden under the seats of their vehicle. Furthermore, the governor stated that the arrests were kept secret after the recent release of another group of Chinese nationals accused of running an illegal gold mine in the area. This move was made to…

The US Department of State has confirmed an $8 billion arms sale to Israel, pending Congress’s approval. This package includes missiles, artillery shells, and bombs to support Israel’s military. The House and Senate must review and approve the consignment before its execution. This sale announcement comes days before the President ends his term on January 20th, 2025. Critics continue to pressure Washington to reevaluate military support for Israel due to the growing civilian casualties in Gaza. Despite these calls, US officials insist on the country’s unwavering commitment to Israel’s security and defense needs. This arms package includes advanced Hellfire missiles…

Donald Trump, President-elect of the United States, will face sentencing on January 10th in his hush-money case. Justice Juan Merchan announced this decision to set Trump’s January sentencing less than two weeks before his presidential inauguration. The judge indicated that Trump would receive an unconditional discharge, avoiding jail time, probation, or fines. For Trump’s January sentencing hearing, He can attend it virtually or in person. The case emanated from Trump’s May conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.  These charges relate to a $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels, an adult film star, through Trump’s former attorney Michael…

A harsh winter storm will hit Scotland this weekend, bringing heavy snow and ice. Temperatures are forecast to drop as low as -10C, with the Met Office issuing yellow alerts for ice and snow nationwide. The risk of disruption will be in southern and eastern Scotland, where up to 5 cm of snow could accumulate, increasing to 0 to 20 cm over high ground. Rain or sleet is more likely near some northern and eastern coasts. The Met Office warned that the conditions could lead to power cuts and travel delays. Several football matches got postponed due to frozen pitches,…

King Charles is deeply saddened by the death of Edward Pettifer, a 31-year-old British man who was killed in the New Orleans attack on New Year’s Day. Pettifer was among 14 people killed in the attack. Furthermore, he was the stepson of Alexandra Pettifer, known as Tiggy, who cared for Prince William and Prince Harry when they were children. Notably, the attack occurred on January 1, when a 42-year-old US Army veteran drove a pick-up truck into crowds along New Orleans’s famous Bourbon Street. Consequently, the suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was shot dead by police. Additionally, a flag of the Islamic…

Nick Clegg leaves Meta after nearly seven years as president of global affairs. His departure comes just weeks before Donald Trump’s inauguration as US president. Clegg will be replaced by Joel Kaplan, a Republican and former deputy chief of staff in the White House during President George X Bush’s administration. Kaplan is known for handling the company’s relations with Republicans. Trump has been critical of Meta, accusing the platform of censorship and silencing conservative speech. However, tensions between Trump and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appear to be easing. As the two are dining together at Trump’s Florida estate in Mar-a-Lago.…

South Korean authorities suspended their attempt to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol after an hours-long standoff with his security detail. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) halted its efforts for Yoon Suk-yeol’s arrest after the Presidential Security Service (PSS) blocked access.  Investigators arrived at Yoon’s compound on Friday morning, seeking to arrest him for alleged insurrection and abuse of power. The charges stem from his brief declaration of martial law on December 3rd, which ignited South Korea’s most profound political crisis in decades. According to the Yonhap News Agency, PSS Chief Park Jong-joon referred to military secrecy restrictions…

Apple and Huawei launched promotions this January to attract price-sensitive Chinese customers amid growing competition and economic challenges. Apple discounts in China introduced a four-day sale starting January 4th, offering discounts of up to 500 yuan on various iPhone models. The given discounts apply to Apple’s flagship iPhone 16 pro, priced at 7,999 yuan, and the iPhone 16 pro max, which starts at 9,999 yuan. This marks Apple’s second annual promotion before the Lunar New Year festivities. Meanwhile, Huawei reduced its high-end phone prices by 20%, appealing to value-conscious buyers. Experts attribute Apple discounts in China to a pricing strategy…

Tesla’s first sales drop in over a decade was reported as rivals gained momentum and demand softened worldwide. The company delivered 1.79 million cars in 2024, reflecting a 1% decrease compared to 2023’s record.  Despite repeated price cuts to attract buyers, Tesla struggled to maintain its position as the top electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer. Chinese car manufacturer BYD, a rising competitor, achieved a breakthrough by selling 1.76 million EVs last year. BYD’s overall vehicle sales rose 41% to 4.2 million in 2024, driven mainly by its hybrid model. Over 90% of BYD’s sales occurred in China, where government subsidies and…

A murder investigation is underway in County Wexford, Ireland, following the death of 58-year-old John O’Connor. Gardaí and emergency services responded to a call at O’Connor’s residence in Cluain Fada, New Ross, on Tuesday. They found him unresponsive, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Following a post-mortem examination, authorities confirmed they were treating O’Connor’s death as a murder. Consequently, a thorough investigation is ongoing. Meanwhile, two men were arrested on Tuesday in connection with the incident. One man, in his 30s, remains in custody, while the second man has been released without charge. Furthermore, the Garda Technical Bureau…