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Trump Administration Proposes Major Expansion of Offshore Oil Drilling Along West Coast and Arctic Regions
Nov 21, 2025 05:51 pm CST
The Trump administration has unveiled a comprehensive plan to significantly expand offshore oil and gas drilling, proposing up to 34 lease sales including new areas along the West Coast and in Arctic waters. This draft blueprint would replace Biden's limited three-auction plan, though it faces strong opposition from environmental groups and coastal state leaders.
Trump and Mamdani: Inside the High-Stakes White House Meeting Between Political Rivals
Nov 21, 2025 05:49 pm CST
President Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are set to meet at the White House amid months of public confrontation. Despite Trump labeling Mamdani a "communist" and threatening to withhold federal funding, the democratic socialist mayor-elect requested this meeting to discuss New York City's affordability crisis. Their contentious relationship, marked by threats and harsh criticisms from both sides, makes this first face-to-face encounter particularly significant as both leaders navigate potential cooperation while maintaining their political positions.
PM Modi's Strategic Agenda for the Johannesburg G20 Summit: Advancing Global Cooperation
Nov 21, 2025 05:07 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a three-day diplomatic mission to South Africa for the 20th G20 Summit in Johannesburg, where he will address inclusive economic growth, climate resilience, and artificial intelligence. This historic first G20 Summit on African soil proceeds without US and Chinese leadership representation, highlighting India's growing role in global governance and its commitment to strengthening Global South cooperation following the landmark inclusion of the African Union during India's 2023 G20 presidency.
Baloch Leader Exposes Human Rights Crisis: Pakistan's Military Accused of Genocide in Balochistan
Nov 21, 2025 04:59 pm CST
Baloch activist Mehran Marri condemns Pakistan's military for systematic human rights violations in Balochistan, describing a situation of "genocide at full escalation" characterized by enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and arbitrary detentions. Marri highlights how resource-rich Balochistan remains impoverished while its minerals are exported internationally, and calls for greater international scrutiny of Pakistan's actions in the region.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Faces Fugitive Status If Attending Nobel Ceremony
Nov 21, 2025 04:42 pm CST
Venezuela's Attorney General warns Nobel Peace Prize recipient Maria Corina Machado will be declared a fugitive if she travels to Norway for the award ceremony, citing multiple criminal investigations including conspiracy and terrorism charges amid escalating tensions with the United States.
Abandoned Diplomatic Outposts: The Silent Stories of US-Housed Embassies from Afghanistan, Iran, and Venezuela
Nov 21, 2025 04:33 pm CST
In Washington's prestigious Kalorama district, several diplomatic buildings stand abandoned, reflecting dramatic shifts in international relations. From Afghanistan's embassy closure following the Taliban's return to power, to Syria's recent symbolic reopening, and Iran's long-vacant property, these diplomatic outposts tell compelling stories of geopolitical upheaval while raising questions about their maintenance and future under international conventions.
Fatal Boiler Explosion at Pakistan Glue Factory Claims 15 Lives: Industrial Safety Concerns Rise
Nov 21, 2025 03:52 pm CST
A catastrophic boiler explosion at a glue-manufacturing facility in Faisalabad, Pakistan has killed 15 workers and injured 7 others. The incident highlights ongoing industrial safety concerns in the country, where similar accidents have occurred recently. Authorities have arrested the factory manager while investigations continue, with Punjab's Chief Minister ordering optimal medical care for survivors.
Utqiagvik, Alaska Enters 64-Day Polar Night: How Residents Live Without Sunlight Until 2026
Nov 21, 2025 03:40 pm CST
The northernmost American city Utqiagvik, Alaska begins its annual 64-day Polar Night period where the sun won't rise until January 2026. Despite the extended darkness caused by Earth's axial tilt, the 4,400 residents continue normal life with civil twilight providing minimal illumination. This natural phenomenon influences Arctic weather patterns and demonstrates the remarkable human adaptation to extreme environmental conditions.
Nalin Haley Claims Naturalized Citizens Shouldn't Hold Office and Foreign Students Act as Spies
Nov 21, 2025 03:10 pm CST
Nalin Haley, son of former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, has sparked controversy with recent statements opposing naturalized citizens holding public office and claiming foreign students serve as spies. In interviews with Tucker Carlson and UnHerd, the 24-year-old advocated restricting immigration, eliminating dual citizenship, and prioritizing American jobs for native-born citizens, citing unemployment among his college-educated friends as justification for his views.
Google Enables Pixel-to-iPhone File Sharing Using Apple's AirDrop Protocol: Breaking Down Device Barriers
Nov 21, 2025 02:45 pm CST
Google has developed a groundbreaking feature allowing its latest Pixel smartphones to share files with iPhones using Apple's AirDrop protocol. This innovation enables direct peer-to-peer transfers between competing ecosystems without server routing or data logging, requiring only that iPhone users set AirDrop to "everyone for 10 minutes." The development represents Google's latest effort to break down barriers between mobile operating systems, following the implementation of RCS messaging standards.