Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor marked an exciting shift in urban governance; his radical platform included rent-freezing, free buses, higher corporate taxation rates and city-run groceries – among many other measures. Semafor +4 The Guardian +4 and Governing wrote extensively on his proposal.He faces serious hurdles to his...
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Tanzania Resuming Internet Service but Social Media Remain Restricted Post Election Crackdown
After nearly a week-long communications black-out in Tanzania following its contentious 29 October general election, internet services have started to return, although major social-media platforms and messaging apps continue to be blocked or severely disrupted, raising serious concerns over digital rights and freedom of expression in this East African nation.Amnesty International + France 24 =...
Democratic Voter Turnout Surges in Midterm Elections as Trump Approval Reaches Second-Term Low, CNN Poll Indicates
CNN conducted a poll which highlighted a significant shift in voter enthusiasm leading up to midterm elections, with Democrats showing significantly more enthusiasm than Republicans. Furthermore, former President Donald Trump’s approval rating had reached one of its lowest points during his second term – something many had previously expected would happen during these midterms. According...
King Urges Andrew to Resign Final Military Title; Minister Agrees
King Charles III announced this week in a stunning change for British monarchy that Prince Andrew (now styled Andrew Mountbatten Windsor) will be stripped of his remaining honorary military rank, that of Vice Admiral in Royal Navy. (Sources: Reuters and The Guardian).John Healey, UK Defence Secretary, confirmed the decision by telling BBC that the Ministry...
Why the Indian Passport Is Falling in Global Ranking
Passport strength can serve as a gauge of global mobility, diplomatic ties and international standing; for Indian citizens this has raised questions of its effectiveness in recent times. According to Henley & Partners Passport Index rankings for 2025, India dropped from its 62 destinations in 2024 to 85th position by offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access...
Three Arrested in Essex on Suspicion of Assisting Russian Intelligence
On September 18th 2025, three individuals in Essex were arrested on suspicion of providing assistance to foreign intelligence services – specifically Russian intelligence services. Arrests were conducted at two addresses in Grays by officers from the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command; arrestees included a 41-year-old male suspect, 46-year-old male suspect and 35-year-old female suspect –...
Why Donald Trump made a breakthrough in Gaza but can’t with Vladimir Putin over Ukraine
In recent weeks, Donald Trump achieved a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East — helping to broker a cease-fire deal in the Gaza Strip that brought together multiple regional players. By contrast, his efforts to resolve the war in Ukraine with Vladimir Putin remain stalled, suggesting that the two crises differ fundamentally in their leverage,...
China Urges Japan’s New Prime Minister to Uphold Taiwan Commitments
On October 21, 2025, China’s Foreign Ministry called on Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, to honor Tokyo’s longstanding commitments concerning Taiwan. The appeal underscores the delicate balance Japan must maintain in its foreign policy amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait. Historical Context and Diplomatic Foundations Japan’s position on Taiwan has been shaped...
Israel Prepares to Welcome Trump, but Anxieties Remain High Ahead of Hostages’ Release
Israel is getting ready to welcome former U.S. President Donald Trump, but there are still a lot of worries in the air. As Trump’s visit gets closer, the country is also preparing for a key moment: the expected release of hostages. While many are hopeful, there is still a sense of anxiety because of the...
UK Won’t Relax Visa Rules for India, Starmer Says
The issue of visas between India and the United Kingdom has been a topic of much discussion, especially as many people in India have been hoping for easier access to the UK. However, in a recent statement, Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK’s Labour Party, made it clear that the UK would not...