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Leavitt's Outfit Compared to North Korean Anchor

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt faced social media mockery for an outfit resembling a North Korean news anchor's. Critics highlight parallels in messaging style. Read the full story.

U.S. to control Venezuelan oil sales indefinitely

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright states American control over Venezuelan oil sales will continue indefinitely, a move with significant implications for global energy markets and geopolitics.

U.S. Expands Visa Bond Program to More Countries

The U.S. State Department has broadened its list of nations subject to a visa bond requirement of up to US$15,000. The policy shift, announced in early 2026, adds new layers to U.S. immigration policy.

Hegseth censures Sen. Kelly after warning on illegal orders

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has publicly criticized Senator Mark Kelly after the Arizona Democrat warned military personnel about following potentially illegal orders. The clash highlights tensions over U.S. policy in the Caribbean.

State Dept Lawyers Fear Retaliation, Undermining Legal Role

A culture of fear has gripped the State Department's legal office, with staff afraid to give candid advice. This erosion of independent legal counsel raises alarms about U.S. foreign policy and international law compliance.

U.S. Strikes Alleged Drug Boat in Eastern Pacific

U.S. forces targeted a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific on December 23, 2025, as part of ongoing maritime security operations. Details emerge from the Pentagon.

Swedish Academy Head Mats Malm Resigns

Mats Malm, the Permanent Secretary of the Swedish Academy which awards the Nobel Prize in Literature, has resigned. Explore the details and context of this leadership change.

Bondi Shooter Awakens as Terror Links Detailed

The surviving Bondi Beach gunman has regained consciousness as police reveal the attackers' travel to an ISIS-linked region in the Philippines and deeper terror connections. Read the latest developments.

Bondi Beach Shooters Motivated by ISIS Ideology

Australian PM Anthony Albanese states the Bondi Beach mass shooting that killed 15 was driven by Islamic State ideology. Authorities probe the attackers' radicalization and movements.

Pence Calls for HHS Secretary Kennedy to Step Down

Former VP Mike Pence demands Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. resign, citing failure on pro-life promises. The controversy centers on a safety review of the abortion pill mifepristone.

Halton Mayors Urge Ontario Emergency Declaration

Mayors across Halton Region are urging the Ontario government to declare a state of emergency to address the intertwined crises of homelessness and addiction. Learn about their urgent call for action.

Ottawa drops Syria from state terrorism sponsors list

The Canadian government has formally removed Syria from its list of foreign state supporters of terrorism, marking a significant diplomatic shift. Explore the details and implications of this decision.

U.S. raid in Syria kills undercover agent, not ISIS target

A U.S. military operation in Syria in October 2025 allegedly resulted in the death of an undercover agent, not a senior Islamic State official as intended. The incident raises serious questions about intelligence and operational failures.

Rubio's 'President of Peace' Claim for Trump Sparks Ridicule

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces intense online mockery after renaming an institute for Donald Trump and calling him a 'President of Peace,' a claim critics call absurd given Trump's recent actions. Read the fiery social media backlash.

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