Trump Aims to Extend Federal Control of D.C. Police to Tackle Crime
Trump plans to ask Congress to extend federal control of D.C.’s police beyond 30 days under a new crime bill to curb rising crime in the capital.
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Peru’s 2025 Census to Spotlight Tusán Identity for Chinese Descendants
Peru’s 2025 census will, for the first time, allow the Tusán community—descendants of migrants from the Chinese mainland—to identify their unique heritage.
EU Chipmakers Brace for Trump’s 100% Semiconductor Tariffs
EU chipmakers brace for uncertainty after Trump’s 100% tariff on non-US semiconductors threatens Europe’s chip ambitions.
EU Leaders Rally Trump for Alaska Summit
EU leaders met to set the agenda for Friday’s Trump-Putin Alaska summit, focusing on Ukraine peace, a ceasefire, and a united diplomatic front.
Hungarian Scientists Discover Brain Cells That Tame Negative Emotions
Hungarian researchers have identified brainstem cells that calm the ‘sadness hub’, paving the way for targeted depression and anxiety treatments. 🧠✨
Global Poll Slams Trump’s DC Safety Plan: Homeless Crackdown Questioned
A CGTN poll shows 78.7% of netizens doubt Trump’s DC emergency order on homelessness, citing crime stats, rights concerns and partisan clashes.
Shipwreck off Lampedusa Leaves at Least 20 Migrants Dead
At least 20 migrants have died and dozens are missing after a boat capsized off Lampedusa’s coast, as UNHCR and local teams rush to assist survivors.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung to Visit Japan for Summit with PM Ishiba
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung visits Japan on August 23 for a summit with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to boost cooperation, regional peace, and set the stage for a U.S. meetup.
Prosecutors Raid Party HQ After South Korea’s Ex-First Lady Arrest
South Korean prosecutors raided the People Power Party HQ after ex-first lady Kim Keon-hee’s arrest on charges from stock manipulation to election meddling.
Israel Greenlights New Gaza Offensive Amid Truce Talks and Outcry
Israel approves a new operational plan for Gaza City offensive while truce talks with Hamas begin; civilians face intensifying strikes and humanitarian risks.