Commentary: Trump’s America brings more chaos, but not necessarily more danger
If America under Donald Trump fights with tariffs, not troops – is that really a more dangerous world? Veteran newspaper editor Han Fook Kwang weighs in.
Day: April 12, 2025
Study sheds light on why local news is more trusted, for now
A new study documents how Americans automatically place higher trust in local news sources, which is a good thing until this trust is exploited.
RFK Jr.’s ‘cures’ are recipes for disaster
Can we trust Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. with the federal measles response?
Countries agree to global carbon tax on shipping, opposed by Trump – The Washington Post
Countries agree to global carbon tax on shipping, opposed by Trump The Washington PostMajor nations agree on first-ever global fee on greenhouse gases with plan that targets shipping AP NewsUN agrees deal on shipping emissions des…
Duty-free shops struggle to make ends meet as Canadians steer clear of U.S.
Duty-free shops across the country, still recovering from pandemic travel restrictions, are reporting massive drops in business in recent months as Canadians increasingly avoid travelling to the U.S.
India’s First Batch of 40 ‘Purple Officers’ Complete Training At Defence Services Staff College
India’s first batch of 40 "Purple Officers" completed their training at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington, Tamil Nadu, marking a significant step toward integrating the armed forces.These officers, drawn from the Army (20), Navy (10), and Air Force (10), along with four officers from the United States, South Korea, Britain, and Australia, underwent specialised training
US, Ukraine Hold Tense Talks As Mineral Deal Remains Elusive: Report
U.S. and Ukrainian officials met on Friday on a U.S. proposal to gain access to Ukraine’s mineral wealth, a source with knowledge of the matter said, adding that prospects for a breakthrough were scant given the meeting’s “antagonistic” atmosphere.
How WA superintendents are stepping up with school funding rescue plan
A group of school superintendents aims to steer Washington state in a totally new direction on education. Outsiders are watching with interest.
CMS tells states Medicaid funds cannot be used for gender-affirming care – The Hill
CMS tells states Medicaid funds cannot be used for gender-affirming care The HillDr. Oz: Medicaid won’t pay for gender-affirming care USA TodayNew Trump Medicaid directive attacks trans people’s access to gender-affirming care&nbs…
Man City vs Crystal Palace: Premier League – team news, start time, stream
Al Jazeera takes a closer look at Premier League champions Manchester City’s clash with bogey team, Crystal Palace.