Natalie Ortiz — News & World Editor 
As of July 24, 2026, former Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum remains under military detention in Niamey alongside his wife, Hadiza Ben Mabrouk Bazoum. Three years after his overthrow by General Abdourahamane Tiani, international pressure for his release has intensified, though the ruling junta continues to restrict his legal and social access. Three Years of Detention … Read more
Canadian officials are hosting a ceremony today in Windsor to mark the completion of the $6.4-billion Gordie Howe International Bridge. While the structure is set to open for public traffic on Monday, July 27, the celebration proceeds without U.S. representatives following recent trade disputes and tariff threats. Canadian Ceremony Proceeds Amid Tense Trade Relations Canada … Read more
Milka Hristova, a long-standing municipal councilor in the Sofia City Council and former deputy chair, has died at age 68. A member of the Bulgarian Socialist Party, Hristova served from 2011 to 2023. Her passing was confirmed by her family and political colleagues early this morning. Political Career and Legacy in Sofia Milka Hristova was … Read more
U.S. forces completed their 13th consecutive night of military strikes against Iranian targets on Friday, July 24, 2026. The campaign, aimed at curbing threats to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, hit a Revolutionary Guard naval command center in Gilan province, causing equipment damage according to local authorities. U.S. Central Command operations against Iran … Read more
Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday, the United States implemented new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on goods imported from 60 trading partners, including China, India, and the European Union. These measures, disclosed by the Office of the United States Trade Representative on Thursday, replace a 10% global tariff that expired at the same time. … Read more
Canada’s immigration authorities have formally outlined six essential requirements for foreign nationals seeking a temporary resident visa, commonly known as a visitor visa. The criteria, which include proof of financial capacity and strong ties to one’s home country, apply to individuals planning short-term stays for tourism, visiting family or friends, and other brief activities. The … Read more
President Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 countries, effective July 24, 2026. The move replaces a prior 10% global duty that expired at midnight, with the administration citing forced labor concerns to justify the levies under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The new trade … Read more
Copenhagen has been named the world’s most liveable city for the second year in the 2026 Global Liveability Index by the Economist Intelligence Unit. The Danish capital earned a perfect score of 100 in stability, education, and infrastructure, cementing its reputation as a global hub for happiness, sustainability, and quality of life. Global Liveability Rankings … Read more
President Donald Trump has finalized a new wave of tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 countries. The move, implemented under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, targets nations for alleged failures to adequately enforce bans on goods produced by forced labor. The new duties take effect at 12:01 a.m. … Read more
Senegal is escalating its pursuit of illicit wealth through the National Office for the Recovery of Criminal Assets (ONRAC). By freezing bank accounts and seizing luxury vehicles and real estate, the agency is targeting funds linked to corruption and money laundering, bolstered by a specialized team of 27 judicial magistrates. The Rise of the National … Read more