insert_link World Indian man accused of plotting to kill Sikh leader extradited An Indian man accused of plotting to kill a Sikh separatist leader on US soil has been extradited to New York, according to reports. Nikhil Gupta was allegedly working with the Indian government to have a prominent Sikh leader assassinated - an accusation he and India deny. Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi. todayJune 17, 2024 17
insert_link Uncategorized Former Trump aide Steve Bannon due in court over “Build the Wall” fraud allegations A former senior advisor to Donald Trump, Steve Bannon, is set to appear in court in New York on Wednesday over allegations that he defrauded people who donated to the campaign to build a wall along the US Mexico border. Bannon has pleaded not guilty to charges of money laundering, conspiracy and scheming to defraud in connection with $15 million in donations. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports. todayMay 2, 2024 12
insert_link World U.S National guard deployed to New York subway New York is deploying state police and the National Guard to help stem a surge in violent attacks on the city's subway system. There have been three homicides so far this year and last year 570 assaults were recorded. William Denselow reports from New York. todayMarch 7, 2024 21
insert_link Uncategorized Donald Trump faces half a billion dollars of debt and several court cases. But that may not stop him from becoming president again By Emma Shortis, RMIT University The verdicts keep coming. On Friday US time, the three-month hearing focused on Donald Trump’s business dealings in New York came to an end. Trump was ordered to pay back more than $US350 million (A$537 million), plus interest. He and two of his associates are banned from directing any business in New York for three years. His two sons, Donald Jr and Eric […] todayFebruary 19, 2024 5
insert_link Africa The Democratic Republic of Congo votes in general election Voters in the Democratic Republic of Congo are deciding the nation's future in today’s elections, which will potentially impact the global energy transition. President Felix Tshisekedi is expected to win a second term, with a survey indicating 49.3% support, while businessman Moise Katumbi is the closest rival at 28.1%. The poll was conducted in partnership with a French Consultancy, Congolese NGO Ebuteli, and New York University’s Congo Research Group. todayDecember 20, 2023 3
insert_link World New York Republicans choose candidate to replace George Santos In New York, Republicans have selected a candidate to succeed George Santos, the embroiled former United States Representative facing numerous criminal charges, including wire fraud and identity theft, despite maintaining his plea of not guilty. Santos was recently ousted from Congress earlier this month. Reporting from New York, Sally Patterson provides updates on this development. todayDecember 18, 2023 6
insert_link World New York’s top court orders congressional map redraw New York's top court has ordered the state to redraw its new Congressional maps - handing a major victory to Democrats ahead of the 2024 elections. Toni Waterman has more. b todayDecember 13, 2023 5
insert_link Namibia SIMSON MARIO /OCHURUB OFFERS SUCCESS TIPS Ohlthaver and List Group executive chairperson Sven Thieme was awarded the international executive chairman of the year award by the International Association of Top Professionals. He received the award at the weekend in Times Square, New York. The coveted accolade, which recognises exceptional leadership, innovation and dedication to excellence, was presented to Thieme for his transformative impact on the O&L Group. Here's Khorixas Town Council's Public Relations Officer Simson Mario […] todayDecember 12, 2023 10
insert_link Business / Economics Flight powered by ‘greener fuel’ on way to New York A flight running on so-called 'greener fuel' is on its way from London to New York. It's the first transatlantic, commercial airliner powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF. But critics have called the Virgin Atlantic flight a 'gimmick', while others warn of the high costs associated with these fuels. Sally Patterson has more. todayNovember 29, 2023 13
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
