President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office

Donald Trump Pardons Capitol Rioters, Launches Aggressive Policy Changes on First Day Back in Office

Donald Trump pardoned approximately 1,500 of his supporters who had attacked the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, marking a pivotal moment in his second tenure as President. This sweeping act of clemency, announced just hours after his inauguration on...
Tencent

Tencent’s Record Share Buyback Amid US Blacklist Fallout

In an unprecedented move, Tencent Holdings Ltd., China’s most valuable tech giant, executed its largest share buyback in nearly two decades following a steep selloff triggered by its addition to a U.S. blacklist for alleged ties to the Chinese military....
Antony Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Visits South Korea Amid Political Crisis

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Seoul late Sunday evening, initiating a high-stakes diplomatic mission aimed at navigating the political turmoil engulfing South Korea. His visit underscores the Biden administration's commitment to maintaining robust alliances in the Asia-Pacific...
Cleanup workers search for contaminated sand and seaweed on California's Huntington Beach after a spill from an offshore oil platform.

President Biden to Announce Ban on New Offshore Oil and Gas Development Across 250 Million Hectares

The United States' approach to energy and environmental policy, President Joe Biden is expected to announce a sweeping ban on new offshore oil and gas development across 250 million hectares of US coastal territory. The announcement, set for Monday, marks...
China Economic

China’s Industrial Growth Rises Marginally in November, but Weak Retail Sales Spur Calls for Greater Stimulus Amid Looming US Tariff Threats

China's industrial output showed a slight improvement in November 2024, offering a glimmer of hope for an economy struggling with weak domestic consumption and looming trade challenges. However, lackluster retail sales growth underscored the pressing need for more aggressive stimulus...
US Launches Major Airstrikes in Syria After Bashar al-Assad Regime Collapse

US Launches Major Airstrikes in Syria After Bashar al-Assad Regime Collapse

The United States military carried out an intense series of airstrikes in central Syria on December 8, signaling a renewed commitment to combat the Islamic State (ISIS) and prevent the militant group from regaining a foothold in the region. The...
US-Taiwan

US Approves $385 Million Arms Sale to Taiwan Amid Growing Tensions with China

In a move likely to provoke strong objections from Beijing, the United States has approved a proposed arms deal with Taiwan valued at $385 million. The package includes spare parts for fighter jets, radar systems, and communications equipment, according to...
Philippine Coast Guard

Philippine-US Defense Pact Extends Protection to Armed Attacks in South China Sea, Says US Defense Secretary

United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reaffirmed the strength and resilience of the U.S.-Philippines alliance during a visit to the Philippine military's Western Command on Palawan island. In his statement, Austin underscored that the partnership between the two nations would...
Japan to Join Joint Training with US and Australian Forces Amid Rising Concerns Over China's Military Actions

Japan to Join Joint Training with US and Australian Forces Amid Rising Concerns Over China’s Military Actions

Japan has announced plans to send troops for joint military training with the United States Marines and Australian forces in northern Australia. This trilateral cooperation comes amid growing concerns over China’s increasingly assertive military activities in the region. The decision...
Donald Trump

Trump’s Presidency Poses Uncertain Future for Offshore Wind Industry, But Stopping It Might Not Be So Simple

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office in January, the future of offshore wind energy projects in the United States faces significant uncertainty. Throughout his campaign, Trump consistently voiced opposition to offshore wind, pledging to halt the industry on...
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