Moments that defined 2024

President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to accelerate mass deportations of individuals in the country illegally, citing an alleged invasion by a Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua. A federal judge in Washington blocked the administration from deporting five Venezuelans, leading to legal battles over Trump's use of the Act. The Trump administration appealed the restraining order, arguing that halting presidential actions before announcement could hinder national security measures. Full Article

Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, attended the Wales vs England Six Nations match at the Principality Stadium, with Prince William being patron of the Welsh Rugby Union and Catherine as patron of the English Rugby Football Union. They met with injured players supported by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust before the game and spoke about their children's rugby activities. England's victory over Wales solidified their chance at a Six Nations title and marked...

European consumers are facing higher prices on a range of goods due to trade tensions between the White House and Brussels, with the European Commission announcing retaliatory measures against the U.S.'s 25% tariffs on aluminum and steel imports. The EU's response targets $28.3 billion worth of American goods, including agricultural produce, household items, and fashion garments, leading to increased uncertainty for businesses and consumers in both regions. Despite the limited immediate macroeconomic impact, the ongoing...

Thousands of Syrians gathered in Damascus, Aleppo, and Idlib to mark 14 years since the civil war began, celebrating the rebel victory that ousted Bashar Assad. Helicopter gunships dropped flowers instead of bombs as a symbol of hope and peace, with the country’s new authorities emphasizing victory over Assad's regime. Despite ongoing violence and challenges, including clashes with loyalist forces and economic hardships, Syria's interim government is striving for a transitional phase towards Islamist rule...

WNBA champion Natasha Cloud criticized new fans for their negative reaction to fouls against Caitlin Clark, attributing it to racism. She defended the physical nature of the game and dismissed claims of targeting Clark, stating it was about playing against a top player. While some players like Angel Reese and Sue Bird have criticized these fans, USC star JuJu Watkins welcomed them, emphasizing the importance of increasing viewership and support for women's basketball. Full Article

South African Ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool was accused by Secretary of State Marco Rubio of hating America and Donald Trump. Rasool's comments on demographic changes and the MAGA movement led to his expulsion. Tensions between the two countries have been high, with Trump falsely accusing South Africa of land seizures and cutting financial aid. The South African government called Rasool's expulsion "regrettable" and expressed a commitment to maintaining a beneficial relationship with the...