Category: News
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Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vocal vaccine skeptic and former Democrat, to lead the United States of America’s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), a move that has raised eyebrows amid concerns over his stance on public health and vaccines. Kennedy, who has long criticized the pharmaceutical industry and sowed…
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Donald Trump, the United States President-elect, announced on November 12, 2024 that he has nominated former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee to serve as the United States Ambassador to Israel. Trump praised Huckabee as a “great public servant” and a “Leader in Faith,” highlighting his longstanding support for Israel. In a statement, Trump expressed confidence that…
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In a dramatic turn of events, Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the 2024 US presidential election, defeating Democratic opponent Kamala Harris. This victory marks Trump’s return to the White House after his previous term from 2017 to 2021. Trump’s path to victory solidified as he won key battleground states, beginning with North…
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Former President Ian Khama of Botswana has made a dramatic return to the country after a three-year self-imposed exile. The 71-year-old appeared in court on Friday in Gaborone, where he faces a series of charges, including money laundering, illegal possession of firearms, and handling stolen property. Khama, who served as Botswana’s president for a decade…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially prequalified the MVA-BN vaccine as the first vaccine against mpox, marking a significant milestone in global public health efforts to combat the ongoing outbreaks. ⁰The prequalification approval will streamline the vaccine’s availability in areas hardest hit by mpox, particularly in Africa, and facilitate timely procurement through global health…
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Russia launched massive naval and air drills on September 10, 2024, known as “Ocean-2024,” involving over 400 naval vessels, at least 120 military aircraft, and upwards of 90,000 troops. The exercise includes forces from China and will run until September 16, with at least 15 countries invited to observe. Chinese and Russian naval fleets will…
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The Philippines and the United States have successfully wrapped up the Tempest Wind 2024 (TW24) interagency counterterrorism exercise, held in the Philippines. Designed as a crisis action mission rehearsal, TW24 focused on contingency operations and assessed both nations’ ability to plan, coordinate, and execute counterterrorism strategies under current policies and authorities. The exercise saw the…
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As Election Day approaches, U.S. intelligence officials revealed on September 6, 2024 that Russia is significantly ramping up its election interference activities, specifically targeting efforts to help former President Donald Trump defeat Vice President Kamala Harris. The Kremlin is employing more sophisticated tactics, including using both unwitting and “witting” Americans, to influence the election and…

