TANKER CARRYING JET FUEL COLLIDES WITH CONTAINER SHIP OFF NORTHEAST ENGLAND, EXPLOSIONS ERUPT
A tanker transporting jet fuel for the U.S. military was struck by a container ship off northeast England, sparking a fierce blaze on both vessels. The collision led to multiple explosions, forcing the crews of both ships to abandon ship. Emergency responders have rushed…
DALAI LAMA’S SUCCESSOR TO BE BORN OUTSIDE CHINA, SPIRITUAL LEADER SAYS
In his new book, the Dalai Lama has declared that his successor will be born outside China, intensifying the ongoing dispute with Beijing over control of Tibet. This statement adds another layer to the complex political and spiritual conflict over the Himalayan region, which…
PANAMA CANAL EYES PIPELINE FOR LPG TRANSPORT, JAPAN SEEN AS KEY MARKET
The Panama Canal is considering the construction of a pipeline to transport liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) across the vital trade route, according to canal administrator Ricaurte Vasquez. The move aims to streamline gas exports, with Japan emerging as a major potential client for LPG…
DELTA AIR LINES CUTS Q1 PROFIT FORECAST IN HALF, SHARES PLUNGE 14%
Delta Air Lines has revised its first-quarter profit estimates down by 50%, triggering a 14% drop in its stock price. CEO Ed Bastian attributed the sharp downgrade to a weakened environment, citing U.S. economic uncertainty as a key factor impacting performance. The airline’s outlook…
GOLD PRICES CLIMB AMID TRADE WAR CONCERNS AND U.S. INFLATION DATA
Gold prices saw a rise on Tuesday, fueled by safe-haven flows as fears of a trade war dampened risk sentiment across global markets. Investors turned to the precious metal amidst growing uncertainties. Market attention also shifted toward upcoming U.S. inflation data, with expectations that…
SOLAR SURGE: 84% OF NEW U.S. POWER CAPACITY CAME FROM SOLAR IN 2024
Solar energy dominated U.S. power grid expansion last year, accounting for 84% of new electricity generation capacity, according to a report published Tuesday. However, the industry faces uncertainty under the new administration’s energy policies, which could reshape investment and regulatory frameworks. As the U.S.…
NEW ERA IN SYRIA: KURDISH-LED SDF STRIKES DEAL WITH DAMASCUS
The Kurdish-led, U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has reached an agreement with the Syrian government to integrate into the country’s new state institutions, according to the Syrian presidency. The deal marks a major shift in the region’s dynamics, as the SDF controls much of…
MEDIA MATTERS STRIKES BACK: SUES ELON MUSK’S X OVER ‘ABUSIVE’ LAWSUITS
Media watchdog group Media Matters has sued Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter), accusing the platform of using “abusive, costly, and meritless” lawsuits to retaliate against its reporting on advertising practices post-Musk’s acquisition. The lawsuit claims X is attempting to silence critical journalism through legal…
U.S. MILITARY SCRAPS 90+ STUDIES—CLIMATE RESEARCH TARGETED
The U.S. military is canceling over 90 studies, including several dismissed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as climate change “crap.” The move signals a shift in priorities under the current administration, raising concerns among experts about the military’s long-term environmental strategy. Critics argue the…
CBS STANDS TALL: DEFENDS ‘60 MINUTES’ INTERVIEW AGAINST FCC SCRUTINY
CBS is pushing back against an FCC complaint over its 60 Minutes interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris. The network asserts that the agency has no legal grounds to interfere in editorial decisions, emphasizing press freedom and journalistic integrity. The challenge raises fresh concerns…