Decades-Long Alliance Between USAID and Soros Foundations Faces Mounting Scrutiny
Posted in News5 mn readA decades-long partnership between the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and George Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF) is now squarely in the crosshairs of political and legal critics. What began as a cooperative initiative in the wake of the Cold War has, over the past 30 years, grown into an expansive network of funding and policy influence—one that is now facing unprecedented scrutiny under renewed Republican oversight and shifting international dynamics.
UK Foreign Secretary’s New Adviser Lauds Welsh Climate Policy Amidst Controversy Over Academic Integrity
Posted in News2 mn readThe UK Foreign Secretary’s newly appointed adviser, Minouche Shafik, an esteemed economist, has recently praised the Welsh Government for its progressive approach to climate change. This commendation comes at a time when Minouche Shafik herself is embroiled in a controversy regarding academic integrity, as highlighted by US economics professor Hwan C Lin.
Fausto Chou: Why is the Democrats allowed to keep changing debate rules just to favor their own candidates?
Posted in Opinion2 mn readThe second presidential debate for the 2024 U.S. election, scheduled to be hosted by ABC News on September 10, has stirred controversy as Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign team seeks to alter the debate rules, including keeping microphones on throughout the debate. Have the Democrats forgotten who first called for muting mics?
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Exclusive: Health Minister of the Republic of China Asserts Stance in Switzerland, Insists on Joining World Health Assembly as “ROC” or “Taiwan”
Posted in Exclusive2 mn readThe Republic of China on Taiwan is currently not a member of the United Nations and, as such, has long been unable to participate in the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Health Assembly (WHA), both bodies functioning under the UN. However, between 2009 and 2016, Taiwan participated as an observer under the name “Chinese Taipei.” Since May 2017, due to obstruction by mainland China authorities, Taiwan has been unable to attend WHO meetings in any observer capacity. Nevertheless, Taiwan’s Minister of Health and Welfare, Tai-yuan Chiu, recently led a delegation in an action group to represent Taiwan’s interests. The group held a press conference at the Geneva Press Club in Switzerland, where, responding to Eat News correspondent, Minister Chiu unequivocally stated his insistence on using “Republic of China” or “Taiwan” for joining the WHA, showing no willingness to accept other names.
Exclusive: Social Movement Groups Surrounding the legislature of the Republic of China on Taiwan to Protest Parliamentary Reforms – How Is Leadership “Cross-Holding”?
Posted in Exclusive5 mn readOn the evening of May 21, the Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China continued to deliberate on bills related to parliamentary powers proposed by the Kuomintang (KMT) and the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP). Civic groups called on the public to go to the Legislative Yuan to protest against the parliamentary empowerment bills proposed by the KMT and TPP camps and to surround the Legislative Yuan.
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Decades-Long Alliance Between USAID and Soros Foundations Faces Mounting Scrutiny
Posted in News5 mn readA decades-long partnership between the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and George Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF) is now squarely in the crosshairs of political and legal critics. What began as a cooperative initiative in the wake of the Cold War has, over the past 30 years, grown into an expansive network of funding and policy influence—one that is now facing unprecedented scrutiny under renewed Republican oversight and shifting international dynamics.
UK Foreign Secretary’s New Adviser Lauds Welsh Climate Policy Amidst Controversy Over Academic Integrity
Posted in News2 mn readThe UK Foreign Secretary’s newly appointed adviser, Minouche Shafik, an esteemed economist, has recently praised the Welsh Government for its progressive approach to climate change. This commendation comes at a time when Minouche Shafik herself is embroiled in a controversy regarding academic integrity, as highlighted by US economics professor Hwan C Lin.
Three airport mishaps in three days in India due to heavy rainfall, one was newly constructed.
Posted in News3 mn readMonsoon season has arrived in India, and so does series of unfortunate accidents. Few days ago, North India was witnessing highest temperature in the country and deaths dues to heatwave, however three airports mishaps in three days have raised multiple questions on safety and structural integrity of airport facilities. These mishaps majorly caused by constant torrent of rain, that has not only raised concern for safety but also highlighted the compromised quality.
Vatican’s Chief of Staff Testifies in UK Court in ‘Trial of the Century’
Posted in News3 mn readFor the first time in history, Pope Francis’s chief of staff, Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra, took the stand in a British tribunal in what has been termed the Vatican’s trial of the century.
Booker prize winner Arundhati Roy is charged under anti terrorism law after her comments over Kashmir in 2010
Posted in News3 mn readAn Indian author, winner of Booker prize and a recent receiver of Pen Printer Prize for Powerful voice, Arundhati Roy is going to be investigated under anti-terrorism legislation alongside a former professor of Central University of Kashmir, for the comments she made over Kashmir in year 2010, at an event. After, Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena acted against the old comments of novelist Arundhati Roy and former University professor on October 10, 2023. As Indian authorities granted permission to go ahead with 13 years old case, Roy and Professor is prosecuted under Section 153A and 153B of the Indian Penal Code – provisions for hate speech.
Warren Buffett Donates Another $5.3 Billion to Charity
Posted in Finance3 mn readLegendary investor Warren Buffett has continued to show his generosity by donating $5.3 billion worth of shares to five non-profit organizations. Typically, this underlines Buffett’s commitment to the goal of giving away most of his fortune in the course of his life or after his demise. The lion’s share of about $4 billion would be going to the Gates Foundation. These cash donations arrived at a good time as the $75 billion endowment charity is undergoing some transformations. Recently, Melinda French Gates, who separated from the billionaire Bill Gates in 2021, hinted at leaving the foundation to establish her own charity fund. As a result, the organization has recently dropped the words ‘Catholic’ and ‘Carnegie’ and is now known and operates globally under the name Gates Foundation.
An Indian politician and his two sons from well known opposition party in India are arrested for sexual harassment in different cases
Posted in News3 mn readAn Indian Politician from Janta Dal (Secular) Party, who also served as a member of Lok Sabha has been charged under sexual harassment case for the fourth time amid general elections. The case has been registered against JD’s MP Prajwal Revanna including three others, one of them is former BJP MLA.
Increased temperature and water shortage has become a matter of concern for people in India
Posted in News3 mn readIndia faces its highest recorded temperature of 52.3°C (126.1°F) in New Delhi amid a week-long heatwave. Residents in North India are advised to stay indoors. The Indian Meteorological Department reported severe heatwave conditions, surpassing the previous record of 51°C (124°F) in Phalodi, Rajasthan. Delhi is also struggling with a severe water shortage. Authorities warn of reduced water supply, while Haryana has cut Delhi’s water share by 100 million gallons per day. The situation is dire, with many residents, like Jaya, struggling to manage without adequate water. Measures to avoid wastage are being urged.
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Russia accuses Ukraine of attempting to assassinate Putin using drones
Posted in Video< 1 mn readThe Russian Ministry of Defense reported that two Ukrainian drones attempted to target President Vladimir Putin’s residence around 3 a.m. on May 3 in an alleged assassination attempt. Russian state media RIA Novosti stated that the drones were shot down using electronic warfare systems. Videos of the alleged attack circulated on social media, but their authenticity could not be independently verified. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Putin was not at the residence during the attack and accused Ukraine of attempting to assassinate him. However, Ukrainian officials denied any involvement, stating that they were focused on liberating their own territories. The alleged drone attack occurred ahead of Russia’s May 9 celebration commemorating the Soviet Union’s victory against Nazi Germany. Many events have been scaled down or canceled due to security concerns, including the “Immortal Regiment” march. Some believe that the recent fires and acts of sabotage in Russia are the work of the Ukrainian military or local partisan groups, but Ukraine has not claimed responsibility.
Ukraine killed 800 Russian troops, Russia claims to destroy 200 Ukrainian special forces
Posted in Video< 1 mn readThe Russian Ministry of Defense announced earlier that the country has caused a total of about 800 casualties in the Russian army since the beginning of the war, while the Russian Ministry of Defense said on the evening of the 25th that paratroopers had been airborne in Kiev, while the Russian army also blocked the western part of Kiev, but also destroyed more than 200 Ukrainian special forces personnel, while no one was killed or injured in the Russian army.
An air battle over Kyiv
Posted in Video< 1 mn readThe Russian Federation declared war with Ukraine yesterday (Feb. 24), and some people in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, captured images of Ukrainian and Russian warplanes fighting in the air.
