Time Magazine's Person of the Year 2024, President Donald Trump expressed shock that the Time Magazine is still in the business when he was asked to comment of the new cover of the magazine that illustrated Elon Musk as the president, sitting behind the Resolute Desk. CNN described the cover as a provocative one aimed at irking President Trump.
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Kim Yo Jong, Kim Jong Un's sister, has threatened high-profile provocations in response to the arrival of a US aircraft carrier in South Korea. She criticized US military activities, indicating that North Korea may ramp up weapons testing. South Korea's Defence Ministry vows to counter any provocations.
President-elect Trump announced key appointments for his upcoming administration. Aaron Reitz, Senator Ted Cruz's Chief of Staff, is nominated to lead the DOJ's Office of Legal Policy, focusing on Trump's law and order agenda. Chad Mizelle, former DHS General Counsel, is tapped as DOJ chief of staff to restore integrity.
France warned of possible retaliation against Russia after the country revoked press accreditation for French reporter Benjamin Quenelle, labeling it a "disguised expulsion." The French foreign ministry called the decision "unjustified and arbitrary," threatening a response if not reconsidered. Russia’s move followed France's refusal to issue visas to journalists from pro-Kremlin media, whom Paris accused of espionage. Le Monde condemned Russia's decision, noting that even during the Cold War,... Expand
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The Harvard International Review removed an article critical of the Sikh separatist Khalistan movement after facing backlash and a complaint. The decision and subsequent controversy highlight tensions between editorial decisions and authors' perspectives, as well as the ongoing sensitivities surrounding the Khalistan movement.
Bangladesh's Supreme Court suspended a High Court ruling that declared 'Joy Bangla' the national slogan. The interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, challenged the March 2020 verdict after Sheikh Hasina's ouster. The court stated the slogan is a policy matter outside judicial purview.
At least six people have been killed in coordinated attacks targeting bus passengers in southwestern Pakistan. Gunmen identified and shot non-local travelers, and set up checkpoints on major highways. The violence, linked to Baloch separatists who demand greater autonomy, underscores the ongoing insurgency in Balochistan. No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks.