Regional powers seek off-ramp from Iran war, and other Middle East developments
Pakistan is continuing diplomatic efforts to help reduce tensions between Iran and the United States as fighting puts the Middle East under renewed pressure.The Strait of Hormuz remains a major…
US Venezuela Oil Deal Faces Growing Criticism
The United States and Venezuela have reached a major oil agreement covering 17 Venezuelan oil fields. The deal gives a US led company long term rights to develop the fields…
US Iran Hostilities Resume After New Airstrikes
US-Iran hostilities have resumed after the United States launched new airstrikes against Iranian targets. Iran responded with attacks aimed at American interests in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Iraq, raising concerns…
Party Government in the United States Since 1857
The balance of power in the United States government has changed many times since 1857. Control has shifted between Democrats and Republicans in the House, Senate, and White House.When the…
Mark Carney Criticizes US Approach to Canada Trade Talks
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized the United States over its approach to trade negotiations with Canada. He said US negotiators made demands that were too high while offering…
Trump to Meet Travel Industry CEOs as US Tourism Rebounds
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet major travel industry executives on Wednesday, according to a White House official.Executives from American Airlines, Marriott, MGM Resorts and Carnival will join the meeting.…
US and Iran Military Escalation Raises New Fears Over Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran exchanged military attacks for the first time in more than a month, raising fears of a new escalation in the Middle East.Iran said it fired…
Nepal Tibet Flood Disaster: Hydropower Workers Trapped as Rescue Efforts Continue
The Nepal Tibet flood disaster has left more than 1,000 people dead and thousands missing after a devastating glacial collapse triggered powerful floods across the Himalayan region.Rescue teams are still…
Tropical Storm Edouard Heads Toward Texas Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Edouard is moving toward the Texas Gulf Coast and could strengthen into a hurricane before landfall. Forecasters expect the storm to reach the Texas coast on Tuesday.Heavy rain…
Venice Film Festival 2026 Gets Underway in Italy
The Venice Film Festival 2026 begins Wednesday on the Lido island in Venice, Italy. The 83rd edition will bring major Hollywood stars, international filmmakers and highly anticipated films together.The festival…
