Trump-Ramaphosa Meeting Erupts Over Debunked ‘White Genocide’ Claims
WASHINGTON — What began as a high-stakes diplomatic meeting between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa quickly devolved into controversy on Tuesday, after Trump used the Oval Office stage to amplify widely debunked claims of a “white genocide” in South Africa. The encounter, originally meant to strengthen U.S.-South African trade […]
Can President Trump Suspend Habeas Corpus? Revisiting Constitutional Tensions
When President Donald J. Trump recently suggested suspending the writ of habeas corpus in response to the crisis at the southern border, it sparked one of the most significant and unresolved constitutional debates in American history: Can a president, acting alone, suspend this centuries-old safeguard of individual liberty? Like much in American constitutional law, the […]
Pope Francis (1936–2025): A Compassionate and Controversial Pontificate
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 due to a stroke and heart failure, as confirmed by Vatican medical officials. His 12-year papacy was characterized by efforts to lead the Catholic Church toward greater inclusivity and humility while also addressing significant internal divisions. A Vision […]
Trump Revives Alien Enemies Act, Sparking Executive Power Concerns
In recent speeches and interviews, President Donald J. Trump has suggested invoking the Alien Enemies Act, a little-known federal statute passed in 1798, to justify mass deportations of undocumented immigrants under the guise of national security. While the law remains active, its application outside a formal war context, particularly to justify immigration crackdowns, has raised […]
Death Toll Surges as 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Struck Myanmar
On March 28, 2025, at 12:50 PM local time, a catastrophic 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar near Mandalay, resulting in extensive destruction and a significant loss of life. The tremor, originating from a shallow depth of approximately 10 kilometers, was followed by a powerful 6.4-magnitude aftershock 12 minutes later. As of March 29, the death […]
Horrific African Migrant Deaths at Melilla Border Still Unsolved
The images were harrowing. Dozens of bodies piled atop one another, lifeless and broken. Their journey, filled with hope, ended in tragedy at the border fence of Melilla, the Spanish enclave that has become a deadly frontier for African migrants seeking a better life in Europe. On June 24, 2022, at least 23 people, though […]
A New Trump Era: Trade Wars, Executive Orders, and Clashes with Allies
Two months into his second term, President Donald Trump has unleashed a torrent of policy shifts, rattling the U.S. and the world. Sworn in on January 20, Trump has slashed federal agencies, ignited trade wars, and pivoted foreign policy, often with billionaire Elon Musk by his side. From mass deportations to a fiery White House […]
2024: A Year of Political Shifts, Global Turmoil, and Uncertainty
The year 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary. It has been filled with moments that have shaken the foundations of politics, society, and international relations. As we prepare for 2025, the anticipation of Donald Trump’s return to the presidency of the United States encapsulates a year of seismic change. Let’s reflect on the seven […]
The National Enquirer and Trump: The Dark Side of the “Catch and Kill” Journalism
In a chilling narrative in The New York Times Magazine, Lachlan Cartwright, a seasoned journalist with two decades of experience, delves into the murky waters of his tenure at The National Enquirer during Donald Trump’s ascent to the presidency. This tale reveals the insidious “catch and kill” tactics now central to the former president’s legal […]
70 Years After Brown v Board of Education: Progress and Persistent Challenges
Seventy years ago, Brown v Board of Education, the landmark Supreme Court decision, declared state-sanctioned segregation in public schools unconstitutional. This historic ruling, often cited as one of the Supreme Court’s most revered decisions, marked a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement and aimed to dismantle the “separate but equal” doctrine established by Plessy […]