Laura Reed, a well-known expert in global security and U. S. foreign policy, is set to discuss the future of nuclear weapons in a world full of challenges. This event is organized by the World Affairs Council of Western Massachusetts and will take place on December 16th from noon to 1 p. m. at 1350
Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro, is in a tough spot. He wanted to leave his country but had some big asks. He spoke with U. S. President Donald Trump last month. Trump said no to most of what Maduro wanted. Maduro asked for a clean slate. He wanted legal protection for himself and his family. He
President Donald Trump has announced that he will pardon Juan Orlando Hernandez, the former president of Honduras. Hernandez was found guilty in 2024 of serious crimes related to drugs and weapons. He was given a long prison sentence of 45 years. Trump said on social media that he made this decision
American volunteers aiding Ukraine's defense against Russia are furious about a recent peace proposal linked to Donald Trump. They see it as a surrender to Russia and a betrayal of Ukraine's fight for independence. Many Americans have been in Ukraine since the war began, helping with military train
Trump is really pushing for Saudi Arabia and Israel to become friends. He thinks this will make the Middle East a safer place. He's hoping Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will agree to join the Abraham Accords when he visits the White House. But it's not that simple. Saudi Arabia wants a Pal
A senior Chinese diplomat's recent threatening remarks have sparked global outrage. The diplomat, Xue, suggested that Japan's leader could face severe consequences for supporting Taiwan. This outburst was quickly removed, but the damage was done. It's not the first time China has shown its aggressiv
Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, has asked his team to look into restarting nuclear tests. This comes after the U. S. president hinted that America might do the same. Putin said Russia has followed the rules of the nuclear test ban treaty, but if others start testing, Russia will too. A top Russian
Trump's attention was grabbed by a news segment on Fox News about Christians being targeted in Nigeria. This sparked a quick reaction from him, leading to a series of posts on Truth Social. He claimed that Christianity was facing a serious threat in Nigeria and that radical Islamists were responsibl
A former Green Beret, Jordan Goudreau, is now wanted by the authorities after skipping his court hearing. He was supposed to be in court to discuss whether he should be put back in jail for breaking the rules of his release. Goudreau, who is 49 years old, was arrested last year for trying to smuggle
The US has sent a big warship, the USS Gerald R Ford, to the Caribbean. This is the largest and most advanced aircraft carrier the US has. It's not alone; other warships are joining it. This move is part of a bigger plan to stop drugs from coming into the US. The US has already attacked boats they
