Author: Amanda Martinez

South Korea’s president faced an impeachment vote as the fallout of martial law intensified in the ongoing South Korean crisis. President Yoon Suk Yeol’s ruling party is holding emergency talks amid reports of a possible impeachment vote. The main opposition, the Democratic Party, says the vote could take place soon. Yoon’s attempt to declare martial law on Tuesday night sparked outrage. The order was abruptly reversed after 190 MPs voted it down. Han Doong-hoon, chief of the People Power Party (PPP), expressed concerns about Yoon’s actions. Meanwhile, the opposition has 192 seats and needs at least eight ruling party MPs…

Syrian rebels captured their second major city, Hama. They seized control of the city after the military withdrew its troops. This development comes just a week after rebels captured Aleppo. Rebel leader Abu Mohammed Al-Jawlani declared victory in Hama. He vowed there would be no revenge. The rebels released hundreds of inmates from Hama’s central prison. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports over 820 people lost their lives in the past eight days. This includes 111 civilians. The UN says the escalation displaced over 280,000 people in north-western Syria. President Assad vows to crush the rebels. But with Russia…

Jersey is bracing for Storm Darragh, expected to bring winds up to 75 mph on Saturday. This storm system will likely cause disruptions. First, winds will pick up on Friday evening. Then, they will continue through Saturday. Jersey met forecasts the strongest winds are expected to hit on Saturday afternoon. Next, boat owners must secure their vessels. They should double-check covers and hatches, ensure mooring lines are correctly rigged, and test bilge pumps. Guernsey Harbours issued this warning. Meanwhile, the Government of Jersey is monitoring the situation. People are urged to avoid coastal areas and travel unless necessary.  An amber…

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…