Month: August 2026

CANADA: Canada and the United States are in the process of finalizing a trade agreement, although specific details remain unclear. The negotiations are crucial as both nations aim to resolve outstanding issues before the upcoming weekend deadline for new tariffs. The ongoing discussions

UKRAINE: Ukraine's recently dismissed defence minister has called for the country to hold presidential elections despite the ongoing martial law that has suspended such democratic processes. This push comes amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, which has necessitated martial law since February 2022.

MALAYSIA: In a significant move within the Trump administration, Heidi Overton has been nominated to head the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The nomination, announced in Washington, D.C. Aims to drive a controversial agenda focused on reshaping health regulations across the country. Heidi

SYRIA: The death of Mohammad Ghamira, a Syrian White Helmets rescuer, has incited protests following allegations of police brutality. Ghamira reportedly died after being beaten by police officers, leading to public outcry and demonstrations in the region. The White Helmets, also known as

KYIV: Ukrainians gathered in Kyiv to protest in support of former defense minister Mykailo Fedorov's call for elections. The demonstration reflects growing public discontent with the current political situation and a demand for renewed democratic processes in the country. Mykailo Fedorov, who was

SRI LANKA: A mass grave excavation in Sri Lanka has revealed 582 skeletons, including those of babies and children. The discovery was made as part of an ongoing investigation into the country's history of conflict and violence. The site's location and the identities

LEBANON: In southern Lebanon, many displaced residents are anxiously observing the ongoing conflict from afar, as U.S.-brokered 'pilot zones' offer limited relief. These zones were intended to provide safe havens amid the Israeli offensive, yet many displaced individuals remain without adequate shelter or

ISRAEL: An Israeli airstrike targeted the police headquarters in Gaza City, resulting in the deaths of the women's police chief and several officers. This attack is part of ongoing hostilities in the region, escalating tensions and leading to international condemnation. The situation in

MALAYSIA: Former Meta employee Arturo Béjar has testified in a landmark trial against the tech giant, held in an undisclosed location, focusing on allegations that the company favored user growth over implementing robust child safety measures. Béjar's testimony is a critical element in