The Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese has submitted a proposal to ban children younger than 16 years from using social media. He submitted it on Thursday. According to Xinhua/NAN, the prime minister and Communications Minister Michelle Rowland pledged to legislate a minimum age limit of 16 years for social media access. Albanese had previously announced an intention to introduce legislation to parliament for the age limit before the end…

Following the recent U.S. presidential election, former President Barack Obama has publicly congratulated his Republican successor, Donald Trump, on his electoral triumph. While acknowledging the profound differences between their political ideologies, Obama’s statement emphasizes the importance of democracy and the peaceful transition of power. “This outcome is not what we had hoped for, given our significant disagreements with the Republican ticket on a multitude of pressing issues,” Obama mentioned in…

After winning over 292 electoral college votes in the 2024 election, Donald Trump has emerged as the 47th President of the United States. The Republican candidate won the election having crossed the 270 score required to clinch the White House. According to the Associated Press, Vice President Kamala Harris had polled 224 votes in the electoral college system. After the declaration of results, President Joe Biden has called the President-elect…

With Donald Trump’s return to the White House looking increasingly likely, questions are swirling over what his presidency could mean for Africa’s economic landscape. From trade policies to foreign aid, a Trump administration could bring both challenges and opportunities for African nations navigating a shifting global economy. Trade Relations: New Focus on Bilateral Deals Under Trump’s “America First” approach, the U.S. may prioritize agreements that directly benefit American interests, potentially…

Despite past criticisms of Donald Trump, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirmed that David Lammy will remain in his post as Foreign Secretary, even as Trump returns to the White House. Lammy, known for his outspoken remarks on Trump, previously referred to the former president as a “woman-hating, neo-Nazi-sympathising sociopath” during his tenure as a backbencher in 2018. He also labeled Trump a “profound threat to the international order,”…

Jessica Thorpe, an NHS nurse, has won an employment tribunal after enduring a two-year suspension due to a false claim by a patient. The patient, housed in Ward Z—a secure unit for men with mental health disorders linked to the criminal justice system—alleged that Ms. Thorpe was in an “inappropriate relationship” with him and claimed she was pregnant with his child. Despite no conclusive evidence to support these allegations, Ms.…

Vice President Kamala Harris officially conceded the 2024 presidential race to Donald Trump on Wednesday evening, addressing a crowd of supporters at her alma mater, Howard University, in Washington, DC. “My heart is full today,” she began, expressing gratitude, love for the country, and a deep resolve despite the unexpected outcome. In her heartfelt remarks, Harris admitted that the election outcome was not what her campaign had hoped for. “The…

Donald Trump has made a stunning political comeback, winning the 2024 U.S. presidential election after securing more than the 270 Electoral College votes needed to reclaim the White House. The victory, officially projected by Edison Research on Wednesday, November 6, follows a contentious campaign marked by dark rhetoric that intensified national polarization. Trump’s win in the pivotal swing state of Wisconsin pushed him past the threshold, effectively sealing his return…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed his willingness to engage in negotiations with US President-elect Donald Trump. The announcement comes amid growing anticipation of the upcoming leadership transition in the United States. In a statement issued earlier today, Putin expressed his readiness to work with the incoming American administration, signaling an openness to dialogue on a range of global issues, including security, trade, and bilateral relations. The Russian leader emphasized…

As former President Donald Trump declared victory in the 2024 US presidential election, leaders from around the world have begun extending their congratulations, despite ongoing vote counting in several key states. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was among the first to offer his congratulations, hailing Trump’s “impressive victory” and expressing hope that his return to the White House could bring the conflict in Ukraine closer to a resolution. Zelenskyy, whose country…

Former President Donald Trump has made a bold pledge, vowing to “fix everything about our country” should he secure a return to the White House in the 2024 election. The statement was made during a late-night address to supporters as early results indicated a tight race between Trump and his Democratic rival. Addressing a crowd at a rally in Florida, Trump promised to “restore American greatness” and address what he…

In a stunning twist to the 2024 presidential race, Donald Trump has claimed victory over Kamala Harris, signaling a potential political comeback that has sent shockwaves through the United States and the world. His exuberant announcement came early Wednesday, November 6, despite only Fox News declaring him the winner, while other networks had yet to make a final call on the tight election. Trump, speaking from his campaign headquarters in…