Key Business Stories to Watch Next Week
From President Donald Trump’s evolving stance on Ukraine to global markets eyeing Germany’s next moves to revive its stagnating economy,…
Category: International
US Stocks Plunge Amid Economic Concerns and Tariff Fears
US stocks tumbled, extending their selloff as investors reacted to weak economic reports and fresh concerns over tariffs. The market…
Defense Challenges Legality of Search in Luigi Mangione Case
In a recent court appearance, Luigi Mangione’s defense attorney, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, argued that evidence obtained during his arrest resulted…
Pentagon Initiates Layoffs of 5,400 Probationary Civilian Employees
On Friday, February 21, 2025, the Pentagon announced plans to terminate approximately 5,400 civilian employees currently in their probationary period.…
U.S. Regulator Terminates 76 Probationary Employees Amid Federal Workforce Reduction
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), responsible for overseeing large national banks, announced the termination of 76…
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Meets Polish Foreign Minister to Discuss Defense Spending and Market Access
On Friday, February 21, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in Washington,…
Syrians Celebrate Cultural Revival in Damascus Under New Islamist-Led Authorities
In the heart of Damascus, the Old City’s courtyards have become vibrant centers of music and dance, as hundreds gather…
Pope Francis Hospitalized with Double Pneumonia, Cancels Sunday Prayer for Second Week
Pope Francis, 88, is currently receiving treatment for double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he was admitted on February…
Hamas Releases Six Hostages as Part of Ceasefire Agreement
Hamas has released six hostages from Gaza as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. The freed individuals include Eliya…
U.S. Envoy Meets Zelenskyy Amid Strained U.S.-Ukraine Relations
In an effort to address the growing rift between the United States and Ukraine, U.S. Special Envoy Keith Kellogg met…