Hezbollah announces funeral for slain longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah set for Feb 23

Over the weekend, tens of thousands protested across Germany against center-right leader Friedrich Merz for proposing tough new migration rules backed by the far-right AfD party. Merz's motion in parliament to turn back more migrants with AfD's support sparked outrage and accusations of breaking a post-Nazi promise to not work with far-right parties. Despite the rejection of the bill for tougher migration rules, the controversy has heightened concerns about mainstream parties' stance on the far...

President Trump discussed recent tariffs on Canadian, Chinese, and Mexican imports during a press briefing at Joint Base Andrews, accusing Canada of being "abusive" towards the U.S. He defended the tariffs, authorized under the IEEPA, as necessary measures to address trade imbalances and subsidies. Trump criticized Canada for not allowing U.S. banks and farm products in, claiming the U.S. subsidizes Canada by $200 billion annually. Full Article

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Panama's President and Foreign Minister to discuss China's influence over the Panama Canal, stating that the U.S. may intervene if immediate action is not taken. Rubio is on his first overseas trip and will also visit El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic. The Panama Canal is crucial for global trade, with the U.S. being its biggest user. While there is no direct evidence of...

Music's biggest stars dazzled at the Grammy Awards, showcasing their voices and fashion on the red carpet at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Chappell Roan stunned in a tulle gown featuring an impressionist painting, while Bianca Censori turned heads in a revealing outfit. Glittering costumes and sparkling sets are expected throughout the show as performers like Sabrina Carpenter and Troye Sivan take the stage. Full Article

Chappell Roan, Raye, and Sabrina Carpenter were among the star-studded guests at the 2025 Grammys, where Beyoncé led with 11 nominations. The event featured top musicians like Charli XCX, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish, with unique and avant-garde red carpet fashion. Other notable nominees included John Legend, Ye (fka Kanye West), and Billie Eilish, making it a night to remember for the music industry. Full Article

Essendon's Jade Gresham believes the Indigenous All Stars exhibition match should be an annual event, as the team prepares to face Fremantle after a decade. The squad includes 31 First Nations players, featuring stars like Charlie Cameron and Shai Bolton, and Gresham emphasizes the importance of representing culture and community on the field with intensity. The match will showcase top talent from various clubs, with the players eager to put on a competitive show for...