Ukraine deal: Trump says he believes Putin will ‘fulfil his part’; Kremlin says Putin still open to talk

U.S. President Donald Trump. | Photo Credit: Reuters Donald Trump on Monday (March 31, 2025) said he expects Russian President Vladimir Putin “to fulfil his part” of a deal to end the Ukraine war, after the U.S. President voiced doubts over Moscow’s commitment. “I want to make sure that he follows through,” Mr. Trump told … Read more

After an earthquake, how long can trapped victims survive

A rescue operation continues in front of the collapsed Sky Villa condominium in Mandalay, on March 31, 2024. | Photo Credit: AP For those trapped in rubble after an earthquake, survival depends on many factors, including weather and access to water and air. If their injuries aren’t too severe, victims can survive for a week … Read more

China says launches military exercises around Taiwan

Photo used for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto China’s military on Tuesday said it had sent its army, navy, air and rocket force to surround Taiwan, in drills it said were aimed at practising a blockade of the self-ruled island. Beijing’s military said the exercises were aimed at sending a “stern warning … Read more

Iran complains to UN about Trump’s ‘reckless, belligerent’ remarks

Iran complained to the United Nations Security Council on Monday,March 31, 2025, about “reckless and belligerent” remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, describing them as “a flagrant violation of international law” and the founding United Nations Charter. | Photo Credit: AP Iran complained to the United Nations Security Council on Monday (March 31, 2025) about … Read more

Trump task force to review Harvard’s funding after Columbia bows to federal demands

Harvard University has become the latest target in the Trump administration’s approach to fight campus antisemitism, with the announcement of a new “comprehensive review” that could jeopardize billions of dollars for the Ivy League college. | Photo Credit: AP Harvard University has become the latest target in the Trump administration’s approach to fight campus antisemitism, … Read more

Venezuela says U.S. revoked transnational oil, gas company licenses

Representational file image. | Photo Credit: Reuters The United States has revoked several transnational oil and gas companies’ licenses to operate in Venezuela, Caracas said on Sunday, which had been granted despite Washington’s sanctions against the South American country. US President Donald Trump is seeking to strangle Venezuela economically in order to cripple its leader … Read more