Charlie Kirk Assassinated at Utah University Event
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has been assassinated, sending shockwaves through US politics. Tributes from Donald Trump and others highlight his influence and the family he leaves behind.
‘Veggie-flation’ Warning: Could UK See 40% Price Hike After US Surge?
Vegetable prices surged 40% in the US last month—the sharpest rise in decades. With UK crops hit by drought and storms, could British shoppers face the same “veggie-flation”?
Trump and Putin Meet in Moscow: Talks Touch on Ukraine, Energy, and Security Tensions
Donald Trump meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for talks on Ukraine, energy, and NATO a high-stakes meeting with potential global repercussions.
Roblox Under Fire Over Predator-Hunter Ban and Child Safety Concerns
A deep dive into Roblox’s predator problem, the clash with YouTuber Schlep, and what the UK’s Online Safety Bill could mean. We examine public backlash, corporate responses, and the growing controversy threatening Roblox’s reputation and player trust.
US State Department Flags “Backsliding” on Free Speech in Latest Rights Report
The U.S. State Department’s 2024 Human Rights Practices report warns of “backsliding” on free speech in the UK, citing restrictions near abortion clinics, online regulation under the Online Safety Act, and growing tensions between liberty and safety.
Trump–Lee Summit Set for August 25: Security, Trade, and Geopolitics on the Table
U.S. President Donald Trump and South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung will meet on 25 August to negotiate defense spending, a $350 billion investment pledge, and security policy for the Indo-Pacific amid rising tensions with China and North Korea.
Trump and Putin Set Alaska Summit for Aug 15 as Allies Push to Include Ukraine
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska on August 15 to discuss a possible Ukraine ceasefire. The White House and Kremlin both call the talks “historic,” but allies warn nothing should be decided without Kyiv at the table.
US Tariff Uncertainty Slows Asia’s Factory Output in July
Asia’s factory output slowed in July, with China, Japan, and South Korea reporting PMI contraction due to ongoing U.S. tariff pressure. India’s manufacturing boomed, but regional outlook remains uncertain.
Judge Blocks Release of Epstein Grand Jury Files in Florida
A U.S. judge in Florida has denied the Justice Department’s request to unseal grand jury transcripts from the Jeffrey Epstein case—citing legal protections and procedural limits. It’s the first of several similar rulings, with related motions still pending in New York.