Author: Amanda Martinez

Amid the Prime Minister Michel Barnier controversy, President Emmanuel Macron met urgently with leaders before the scheduled address on Thursday to lay out his intentions for political stability. Barnier gave his resignation to Macron after his minority coalition lost a no-confidence vote on Wednesday. In addition to confirming Barnier’s resignation, Elysée Palace stated that his government would manage daily operations until a new administration was established. In the midst of a divided parliament, Macron met with François Bayrou over lunch to discuss replacements for Barnier. The question arose whether Macron would choose Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu or a centrist like…

The state of Assam in northeastern India has outlawed eating beef in public places such as restaurants and gatherings, which has sparked contentious discussions. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that this ban on beef in India is an extension of the 2021 Assam Cattle Preservation Act. The Assam Cattle Preservation Act forbade the selling of beef close to temples and in places where Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs prevail. Under the revised law, residents can still purchase beef from shops for consumption within their homes. However, beef consumption in restaurants, hotels, and public areas is banned. Sarma argued that the…

The nation faces political upheaval as lawmakers prepare to vote for South Korea’s president’s impeachment. The motion is led by the opposition party because of Yoon Suk Yeol’s controversial declaration of martial law earlier this week, which he later backtracked on due to public and political pressure. The impeachment motion requires a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly, with the opposition party needing at least eight lawmakers from the ruling People Power party to support it. According to Yoon, the declaration of martial law, the first since 1979, was intended to counter “anti-state forces” but sparked widespread criticism. Amidst the…

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is set to resign after a historic no-confidence vote in parliament. This marks a significant development in French politics, following the French Government collapse. Barnier’s government fell after MPs voted overwhelmingly to support the motion against him on Wednesday. Barnier’s resignation comes just three months after President Emmanuel Macron appointed him. The prime minister is expected to stay on as caretaker while Macron chooses a successor, a process that could take weeks. The crisis began when Barnier used special powers to force through his budget without a vote. Consequently, opposition from Marine Le Pen’s far-right…

Georgian police dragged opposition leader Nika Gvaramia from his party offices. This incident sparked widespread concern about the government’s increasingly authoritarian tactics. Consequently, it is the latest development in the ongoing Pro-EU protests. Gvaramia, a leader of the Coalition for Change, was carried away by police officers. This happened at his party HQ in Tbilisi. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze vowed to take action against protest organizers. He accused them of spreading “liberal fascism”. Furthermore, over 330 protestors have been arrested. Many have been beaten in detention. The protests began after the ruling party, Georgian Dream, announced it was halting…

France braces for political upheaval as the French no-confidence vote against Barnier threatens to dismantle the government. Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces mounting pressure as parliament prepares to vote on two no-confidence votes expected to begin at 4 p.m. Paris time. The motion filed by the left-wing New Popular Front and the National Rally could force Bariner and his cabinet to resign. Critics predict one motion will garner the necessary 288 votes, as the National Rally has pledged to support the left-wing proposal. If the motion succeeds, Branier’s government will become the shortest-lived administration in France’s Fifth Republic. President Emmanuel…

Sean Diddy Combs faces a new lawsuit. Fashion designer Bryana “Bana” Bongolan alleges Combs dangled her from a 17th-floor balcony in 2016. This incident occurred at his then-girlfriend Casandra Cassie Ventura’s apartment. Consequently, Bongolan claims she suffered severe emotional distress. Combs’ behavior allegedly escalated quickly. He started shouting and banging on the front door. Then, he grabbed and molested her. Afterward, he lifted her and dangled her from the balcony. Ventura intervened, and Combs pulled Bongolan back over the ledge. He slammed her onto the patio furniture. As a result, Bongolan filed a lawsuit seeking $10 million in damages. Meanwhile,…

Georgians are risking serious injury and jail time as they take to the streets in fresh pro-EU protests, demanding their government resume its bid to join the European Union. The ongoing demonstrations for six nights sparked when the ruling party Georgian Dream announced it was halting the country’s EU membership talks. Police have arrested over 300 people. Moreover, many more have reported violent attacks by police. Furthermore, it included Avandtil Kuchava, who was repeatedly kicked in the head and left with several injuries. Georgia’s human rights ombudsman condemned police responses and described it as torture and brutality. The US embassy…

On Tuesday night, Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea’s president, declared martial law on late-night TV broadcasts using “anti-state forces” as justification. This unexpected announcement marked the first use of martial law in South Korea since 1979, causing immediate public outrage. Many saw this decision as an attempt to regain control amid falling approval ratings and increasing opposition pressure. For six hours, the country’s capital was gripped with chaos. Thousands of protestors gathered outside the parliament shouting, “No martial law!” while opposition lawmakers worked to overturn the decision swiftly. Yoon’s government also imposed sweeping measures, including censorship of the press and…

The Anchorage School Board is set to hear public testimony regarding potential school closures in the district. The board will listen to community concerns about the proposed closure of four elementary schools: Baxter, Fire Lake, Lake Hood, and Nunaka Valley. This is all part of the district’s “Rightsizing ASD” plan. The plan aims to reduce the number of schools in the district, which will save the state money. However, it will also reduce the amount of funding coming to Anchorage from the state. Andy Holleman, school board president, believes this will allow the district to staff and run schools more…

Donald Trump plans to visit Notre Dame’s reopening in Paris this week, his first trip abroad since his re-election. The 12th-century Gothic cathedral masterpiece, which was severely damaged by a fire in 2019, will welcome visitors after a five-year restoration effort. Trump confirmed his attendance, praising French President Emmanuel Macron’s efforts to restore Notre Dame. “It will be a very special day for all! “Trump posted on social media. The visit emphasizes Trump’s long-held fascination with the cathedral, which he expressed during the 2019 fire by suggesting “flying water tankers” to extinguish the flames. The reopening ceremony will draw over…

Vietnamese real estate magnate Truong My Lan’s appeal against the death penalty for masterminding a massive fraud scandal was unsuccessful. According to local media, the court affirmed the Vietnamese tycoon’s death sentence on Tuesday, finding that her offenses had severe repercussions and there would be no alternatives. $12 billion was stolen from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB) by Lan, founder of the real estate Van Thinh Phat. Prosecutors disclosed that 93% of SCB’s credit was obtained through fraudulent loan applications and shell firms over ten years. Judges ruled that the crimes called for the most severe penalty possible under Vietnamese law,…