UNITED STATES

President Nangoloa Mbumba welcomes Gaza ceasefire

President Nangolo Mbumba By Josia Shigwedha President Nangolo Mbumba has welcomed the ceasefire announced by the State of Qatar, marking a significant and overdue moment for the people of Gaza, who have endured immense suffering since October 7, 2023. “I welcome the ceasefire announced by the State of Qatar, which marks an extremely significant and overdue moment for the occupied people of Gaza who have endured agonizing misery. Since the […]

16 January, 2025

World

China mulls potential sale of TikTok US to Musk

Chinese officials are in preliminary talks about a potential option to sell TikTok's operations in the United States to billionaire Elon Musk, if the app is unable to avoid an impending ban, according to Bloomberg News. Last week, the Supreme Court seemed inclined to uphold a law that would force a sale or ban TikTok in the US by January 19, over national security concerns about China. Laura […]

14 January, 2025

Business / Economics

Amazon workers to strike

Thousands of Amazon workers in the United States are gearing up to go on strike from today over the tech giant's refusal to begin contract negotiations.It follows a Congressional investigation which this week found the company pushes its workforce to fulfil orders at speeds that could cause high rates of injury. Amazon claims those findings are "wrong" and featured "selective, outdated information that isn't grounded in reality." Following the […]

19 December, 2024

World

US lawmakers face deadline to avoid government shutdown

US lawmakers are struggling to reach a deal to avert a partial government shutdown that kicks in on December 20th. Extra help for farmers has risen to the top as the main obstacle to an agreement. Nick Harper reports from Washington.

17 December, 2024

World

US expresses concern over South Korea

The United States has expressed confidence that the political dispute in South Korea is resolved peacefully and within the rule of law. This follows President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of emergency martial law, citing security concerns over North Korea. However, South Korean lawmakers voted to block the president's power after protests outside Parliament. From Washington, Benji Hyer reports.

4 December, 2024

World

US calls on UN Security Council to not let Hamas “off the hook”

The United States has urged the UN Security Council to ensure Hamas is held accountable while pushing to end the Gaza war. The Security Council convened again to address the ongoing conflict. This follows the ICC's arrest warrants for Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Gallant. Jody Jacobs reports from the UN in New York.

26 November, 2024

World

Russia says US using Taiwan to stir crisis in Asia

Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko said the United States is using Taiwan to provoke a serious crisis in Asia. He also reiterated Moscow's backing of China's stance on Taiwan. Beijing sees Taiwan as part of China and president Xi Jinping has vowed to retake it by force if necessary. Laura Westbrook reports.

25 November, 2024

World

Trump to nominate long-time ally as Attorney General

Donald Trump plans to nominate his long-time ally Pamela Bondi as the US Attorney General. The pick comes after his first choice to lead the Justice Department - Matt Gaetz - withdrew his name from consideration due to concern over allegations of sexual misconduct. Ira Spitzer has more.

22 November, 2024

World

‘Bomb cyclone’ leaves Americans dead

Parts of the United States are facing heavy rainfall and flooding in the wake of a historically strong bomb cyclone. Areas of northwest California are at risk of life-threatening flooding, while parts of Washington state were left without power following strong storms. Sally Patterson has more.

22 November, 2024