Trump withdraws nomination of Rep. Elise Stefanik for U.N. ambassador

At a summit in London, the UK and other countries affected by people smuggling are urged by the Prime Minister to work together to combat the "vile trade" similar to how they would tackle terrorism. Representatives from 40 nations, including Albania, Vietnam, and Iraq, will discuss international cooperation on illegal migration, supply routes, criminal finances, and online adverts for people smuggling. The summit will also involve social media companies like Meta, X, and TikTok to...

India and Russia commenced the six-day naval exercise 'Indra' off Chennai, featuring Russian ships Pechanga, Rezkiy, and Aldar Tsydenzhapov, along with Indian warships Rana, Kuthar, and aircraft P8l. The exercise comprises a harbour phase from March 28 to 30 in Chennai and a 'sea phase' from March 31 to April 2 in the Bay of Bengal, demonstrating the enduring strategic partnership between the two navies. With a focus on enhancing naval interoperability, the sea phase...

The Duke of Sussex's resignation from Sentebale charity has caused controversy, with the organisation's chair accusing him of damaging fundraising efforts and creating a toxic brand image. US President Trump's threat of tariffs on Russian oil over ceasefire talks in Ukraine dominates the news, while the UK government plans new anti-terror tactics and warns of rising living costs. The Daily Star offers a lighter story, predicting two weeks of sunny weather thanks to hot air...

South Korea lifted its longest short-selling ban on Monday, implemented in November 2023 after global investment bank breaches. The ban was lifted for all 2,700 stocks on the Korea Exchange, with stricter penalties and measures to crack down on illegal transactions and protect retail investors. Unlike previous bans, the 2023 measure aimed at systemic reforms and detection of naked short selling, with fines raised and enforcement measures strengthened to ensure compliance. Full Article

Two earthquakes, measuring 7.7 and 6.4 magnitude, have struck central Myanmar, causing extensive damage to health infrastructure and leaving hundreds trapped under rubble. The UN and its partners are mobilizing emergency response efforts, including deploying medical teams and providing aid to the affected communities. Children are facing increased hardship, with UNICEF delivering lifesaving supplies and calling for immediate support to scale up their response. Full Article

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed anger towards Russian President Vladimir Putin for comments about Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, threatening secondary sanctions and tariffs on Russian oil if a peace deal isn't reached. Despite their "very good relationship," Trump criticized Putin for questioning Zelenskyy's legitimacy and condemned Russian attacks on Ukraine, including a military hospital in Kharkiv. Zelenskyy accused Russia of prolonging the war to seize more land and reported multiple Russian drone attacks, as tensions...