Taipei, Taiwan – Asia Pacific leaders have moved to shore up ties with Donald Trump following his re-election as president of the United States, even as questions swirl about what his return to power will mean for regional security. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba told reporters he was looking forward to working closely with the president-elect and to “bring the Japan-US alliance and the Japan-US relations to a higher level”. On social media, Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol also spoke of their hope for a stronger alliance with the US and a “brighter future”.…
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President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in an election in which abortion rights were a heavy focus raises major questions about what might come next for abortion access in the U.S. During the final stages of his campaign, Trump said he thought states should determine their own abortion policies. But his position on the issue has varied widely — in a March interview, he signaled support for a nationwide ban on abortions after 15 weeks’ gestation, and as president, he supported a House bill that would have banned abortion nationwide after 20 weeks. During his 2016 campaign, Trump pledged to appoint Supreme Court justices who could help overturn Roe v. Wade.…
The IMF team reached a staff-level agreement with the Barbadian authorities on the completion of the fourth reviews of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements. The IMF’s Executive Board is expected to consider both reviews in December. Barbados’ economic growth in 2024 has been robust, inflation has moderated, and the external position has continued to strengthen. The near-term economic outlook remains positive, with continued growth in the tourism and construction sectors. Implementation of the home-grown Barbados Economic Recovery and Transformation (BERT 2022) plan remains strong. The authorities continue to demonstrate their commitment to…
Fans React To Thato Saul’s Bold Move To Drop “All Doggs Go To Heaven” Album On A Sunday. Thato Saul has been one of the most intriguing and charismatic voices in South African hip-hop and has once again taken the game by surprise, dropping his highly anticipated album “ALL DOGGS GO TO HEAVEN,” which is set to drop on November 10th on a Sunday shaking up the usual Friday release schedule. Fans React To Thato Saul’s Bold Move To Drop “All Doggs Go To Heaven” Album On A Sunday The rapper has chosen to drop the project on a Sunday,…
With that in perspective, let’s keep it simple by looking at each of the top four teams in the overall rankings and see where their biggest test lies in the final month of the regular season.No. 1 OregonLed by quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s efficiency throwing the ball, running back Jordan James (917 rush yards, nine TDs) and wide receiver Tez Johnson (649 receiving yards, eight TDs), the Ducks have arguably the best win in the country against No. 2 Ohio State. While Oregon’s remaining schedule is not daunting, a road trip to Madison to face Wisconsin on Nov. 16 could present…
Karpaty village, Ukraine – It was Russian President Vladimir Putin who won the presidential vote in the United States, Ihor said gloomily. “They’re celebrating in the Kremlin now,” the 29-year-old Ukrainian serviceman told Al Jazeera, withholding his last name and his unit’s location in accordance with military regulations. “We’re not.” To Ihor, the second coming of Donald Trump – who has repeatedly trumpeted his admiration for Putin – to the White House epitomises Ukraine’s mounting pessimism about its war with Russia. The cabinetmaker from the southern city of Odesa volunteered to enlist in October 2022 after the outmanned and outgunned…
Trooper’s shooting claims under investigation New York State Police are now questioning Trooper Thomas Mascia’s account of a reported shooting last week on the Southern State Parkway. Mascia, who claimed he was shot while assisting a stranded driver, is now suspended without pay, with his badge and duty weapons confiscated. FOX 5’s Jessica Formoso has the story. NEW YORK – New York State Police say they have launched a criminal investigation into Trooper Thomas Mascia, the trooper who recently reported being shot on the Southern State Parkway. Mascia initially claimed he was injured while attempting to assist a stranded driver…
By Piero Cipollone As they juggle various cards, apps and devices, most Europeans find that digital payments have fallen short of their promise to provide a convenient euro area-wide solution. The ECB’s Piero Cipollone explains how a digital euro would blend the simplicity of cash with digital convenience. Twenty-five years ago, the introduction of the euro transformed Europe. For the first time, people in different countries were using the same banknotes and coins. Who would have thought that the contents of our wallets could connect us all? Since then, euro banknotes have simplified life for European families, merchants and travellers…
K.O’s ‘Skhanda Republic’ Turns 10: A Decade of Defining SA Hip-Hop. On November 7, 2014, a revolutionary project in South African hip hop was born. K.O’s Skhanda Republic turned heads, set new standards, and amplified the rapper’s position as one of the most influential figures in the genre. Now, a decade later, the album continues to resonate with fans, cementing its legacy in the annals of South African music history. K.O’s ‘Skhanda Republic’ Turns 10: A Decade of Defining SA Hip-Hop At the time of its release, Skhanda Republic was a bold statement of independence and creative vision. After the…
The Charlotte Hornets snapped a three-game losing streak on Wednesday, knocking off the Detroit Pistons on a buzzer-beating layup by forward Brandon Miller, who nearly cost them a win on their previous possession.After trading buckets with Detroit throughout the fourth quarter, it appeared that Charlotte would hang on for a win, thanks to a go-ahead floater from All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball with 24.1 seconds remaining in regulation. However, Detroit cut the Hornets’ lead to one point seconds later on a Jaden Ivey dunk. The Pistons still had a foul to give and used it on Charlotte’s next possession before…