Author: Amanda Martinez

President Dina Boluart declared a state of emergency in Lima, deploying troops to curb surging violence after a signer’s murder. The decree issued late Monday grants police and military forces expanded power to detain suspects with minimal restrictions for 30 days. Officials say the move follows rising criminal activity and increasing public fear. The government decision comes after the killing of Paul Flores, a well-known cumbia singer, during an attack on a public bus. Authorities believe extortionists targeted the vehicle’s operator, escalating concerns over organized crimes in Peru’s capital. The attack sparked outrage, especially after a separate restaurant explosion injured…

After Hamas refused to change the ceasefire deal, Israel launched airstrikes on Gaza early Tuesday, killing at least 326 Palestinians. Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, approved the strikes and said that if Hamas did not comply with Israeli requests, military action would escalate. Areas throughout the Gaza Strip were the focus of the airstrikes, including Rafah in the south and Beit Hanoun in the north. In anticipation of potential ground operations, the Israeli military issued an evacuation order for civilians in eastern Gaza. Israel would intensify its attack until Hamas was destroyed, according to a statement from Netanyahu’s…

President Trump’s latest executive order has Alaska’s museums on high alert. The order targets the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which distributes $250 million in taxpayer funding across the US. Dixie Clough, director of Museums Alaska, emphasizes that federal support is crucial for the state’s over 100 museums. These museums rely on IMLS for reimbursable grants, which enable them to complete projects and then seek reimbursement. Clough explains that museums with current grants will have already spent money upfront. Consequently, they are vulnerable to funding loss. Furthermore, the funding supports two primary areas: expanding access to resources and…

Forever 21 bankruptcy has raised concerns about the brand’s future in the US as it struggles with financial and competitive pressures. Once a favorite among young shoppers, the company announced it had filed for bankruptcy protection, citing rising costs and growing online competition. Despite the filing, stores and the US website will remain open as the company begins its wind-down process. Forever 21’s chief financial officer, Brad Sell, acknowledged the company’s problems and attributed them to the economy and competition from international fast-fashion companies. Price increases and shifting consumer preferences toward online shopping made it difficult for the business to…

The attack on the USS Harry Truman intensified the Red Sea conflict as tensions between the US and Yemen’s Iran-backed group escalated. On Monday, a Houthi spokesperson announced that fighters had launched 18 missiles and a drone at the American aircraft carrier and its escorting warships.  The assault, which was characterized as revenge, came after a weekend of American bombings on Yemen territory controlled by the Houthis. Although the navy vessel’s damage has not been confirmed, US Central Command is still conducting military operations against the Houthis. After Israel tightened its embargo on Gaza last week, the group that controls…

A Boeing 737-800 operated by American Airlines caught fire after landing in Denver, prompting an emergency evacuation of 178 people. Initially bound for Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, the aircraft diverted to Denver after the crew reported engine vibrations mid-flight. It landed safely at 5:15 pm local time before flames erupted from the right engine while taxiing on the tarmac. Passengers and crew used inflatable slides and emergency exits to escape as smoke billowed from the aircraft. Emergency personnel quickly extinguished the flames, ensuring the fire did not spread further. Twelve passengers sustained minor injuries during the evacuation and received…

Vladimir Putin expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine but insisted on strict conditions, fueling doubts about Russia’s commitment to peace. The Russian President responded to a 30-day ceasefire plan that Ukraine accepted earlier this week after discussions with the US. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Putin’s response, calling it manipulative, and urged additional sanctions on Russia to increase pressure. The US responded by imposing fresh sanctions on Russia’s oil, gas, and banking sectors, tightening economic restrictions on Moscow. Russian authorities said Thursday that Putin would speak with Steve Witkoff, the special envoy of US President Donald Trump, about the…

A federal judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate thousands of jobs for probationary federal workers. This decision comes after Judge William Alsup ruled that the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) order to fire these employees was illegal. The judge’s ruling affects thousands of workers across multiple federal agencies. Consequently, the agencies must now provide compliance documentation to the court. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has already appealed the decision. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called the order absurd and unconstitutional. However, the plaintiffs argue that Congress, not OPM, has the authority to manage federal employees. Notably,…

By enacting steel and aluminum tariffs, U.S. President Donald Trump heightened trade tensions, prompting Canada and the European Union to retaliatory action. Trump stressed that the United States would replicate any trade restrictions imposed by other countries and pledged to implement more tariffs in reaction to countermeasures.   His government increased taxes on Chinese commodities and imposed a 25% steel import tariff, ending earlier exemptions. Fearing economic slowdowns and rising consumer expenses, global markets responded with a jolt. Canada announced immediate retaliatory tariffs, imposing a 25% duty on $20 billion of U.S. imports, including steel, electronics, and sports equipment. Prime Minister-designate…

In a massive operation in Balochistan, Pakistani forces liberated more than 300 captives from a militant-held passenger train. The operation ended a more than 30-hour standoff, and the army reported that 33 insurgents were killed.  Officials claim that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) murdered four soldiers and 21 civilians before military intervention. Security personnel are still scouring the area to ensure survivors are not in danger from lingering threats. The attack began when armed militants stormed the train near a mountain tunnel, blowing up a section of the tracks and opening fire. At least 440 passengers, including more than 100…

A widely discussed education funding bill, HB 69, has been extended to a third day of dialogue on the House floor. Rep. Rebecca Himschoot sponsors the bill, which aims to increase education funding. The bill needs a final House vote to advance to the State Senate. However, its progress has been slow due to lengthy discussions and proposed amendments. Rep. Himschoot expressed skepticism about meeting the scheduled introduction in the Senate Education Committee. Lawmakers are working diligently to address concerns and move the bill forward. The education funding bill has been a topic of discussion for several weeks. Rep. Himschoot…

The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Tuesday after he returned from Hong Kong, and security forces arrested him at Manila’s main airport amid chaos as protesters and supporters gathered in response to his arrival. Prosecutor General officials filed an ICC notification for Duterte’s arrest, placing him in immediate government custody for further legal proceedings. Government officials confirmed that Interpol’s Manila office received the official ICC arrest warrant earlier that day, causing law enforcement to act quickly. Duterte, 79, questioned the legitimacy of his arrest, denying any wrongdoing in a video…