US inflation cooled last month, though trade war threatens to lift prices

Inflation in the United States eased in February, marking its first decline in several months. However, economists warn that new tariffs could reverse this trend and push prices higher in the coming months. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 2.8% in February compared to the previous year, down from 3% in January. Core inflation, which […]

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Pakistan military ends train standoff, says 21 hostages and four troops killed

On March 13, 2025, Pakistan’s military ended a hostage standoff on a passenger train in Balochistan. The operation resulted in the deaths of 21 hostages and four soldiers. The standoff began when armed militants hijacked the train near the town of Mach on March 12. They demanded the release of imprisoned fighters in exchange for […]

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South Korea charges air force pilots with criminal negligence in accidental bombing of village

On March 13, 2025, South Korea’s military prosecutors charged two air force pilots with criminal negligence after an accidental bombing of a village in Gangwon Province. The incident resulted in multiple injuries and significant property damage. The bombing occurred on February 27 during a routine training exercise. A miscalculation led to live munitions being dropped […]

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Ukraine to keep fighting in Kursk as long as needed, top army commander says

On March 13, 2025, Ukraine’s top military commander stated that forces will continue fighting in Kursk for as long as necessary. The comments reflect Ukraine’s determination to hold its ground in the ongoing war. The Kursk region, located in western Russia near the Ukrainian border, has been a focal point of recent clashes. Ukrainian forces […]

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Tens of billions in Hurricane Helene aid to start by March 21

On March 12, 2025, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that distribution of aid for Hurricane Helene victims will commence by March 21. This aid is part of a $100 billion disaster relief package approved by Congress on December 21, 2024. Hurricane Helene, which struck in late September 2024, caused approximately $78 billion in damages […]

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Kuwait frees a group of jailed Americans, including contractors held on drug charges

On March 12, 2025, Kuwait released several American prisoners, including military contractors convicted on drug-related charges. The move is seen as a diplomatic gesture between the two countries. The release followed a visit from a senior U.S. official who had been negotiating for their return. The U.S. government has been actively working to repatriate detained […]

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Trump’s White House Tesla showcase for Musk raises ethics concerns

President Donald Trump’s Tesla showcase at the White House has raised ethical concerns over its purpose and timing. Critics argue that the event blurred the line between government duties and corporate promotion. Tesla vehicles were displayed in front of the White House on Tuesday in what appeared to be a major endorsement. The showcase came […]

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Russia Sets Tough Conditions for U.S. Talks on Ukraine Peace Deal

Russia has outlined a list of demands to the United States as part of a potential agreement to end the war in Ukraine and reset diplomatic relations. Discussions between Russian and U.S. officials have been ongoing for weeks, both in person and virtually, according to sources familiar with the matter. The specifics of Russia’s demands […]

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West Bank Bedouins Accuse Israeli Settlers of Stealing Hundreds of Sheep

A Bedouin community in the West Bank has accused Israeli settlers of stealing hundreds of sheep in what they describe as a deliberate attempt to drive them from their land. The theft has left many families without their primary source of income, worsening tensions in the region. “They took everything we had,” a Bedouin herder […]

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South African Whistleblower Gunned Down Amid Rising Fears for Activists

The killing of a prominent activist and whistleblower has reignited concerns about the safety of those exposing corruption and crime in South Africa. Pamela Mabini, a respected community leader and founder of the Maro Foundation, was shot outside her home in Kwazakhele, Gqeberha, on March 7. Mabini dedicated her life to advocating for justice and […]

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