Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump’s powers in Iran as war’s off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
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3 more Chinese scholars tied to University of Michigan charged in bio smuggling case
A growing number of Chinese scholars are facing federal charges in connection with smuggling dangerous biological materials into the United States, all of which have ties to the University of Michigan.
Bipartisan senators call on Hegseth to release strike orders on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
A bipartisan pair of senators demand Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth provide military orders for the Caribbean boat strikes targeting alleged narco-terrorists.
WEA GA elects new International Council, veteran evangelical leader Godfrey Yogarajah as chair
The General Assembly of the World Evangelical Alliance elected a new International Council and Sri Lankan leader Godfrey Yogarajah as chair during its business sessions held this week.
PIL filed against Paresh Rawal’s The Taj Story over controversial poster depicting Lord Shiva statue
A public interest litigation (PIL) petition has been filed before the Delhi High Court seeking action against the soon-to-be-released film The Taj Story featuring actor Paresh Rawal. The film, scheduled for release on October 31, sparked heated debate following its poster, which depicts a statue of Lord Shiva emerging from the iconic Taj Mahal dome-a visual that reignites the contentious theory alleging the monument’s Hindu temple origins. Advocate Shakeel Abbas, the petitioner, alleges that The Taj Story presents “fabricated and provocative content” about the origins of the Taj Mahal, contradicting established historical consensus and scholarly writings. The petition claims the film’s speculative assertions threaten to erode public faith in history, provoke communal unrest, and potentially damage the international reputation of the Taj Mahal, which is recognized globally as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The plea urges the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to review the certification granted to the movie and instruct required cuts if necessary to safeguard communal harmony across the country. Furthermore, the PIL requests that a clear disclaimer be added to the film, clarifying that it presents a contested narrative rather than established fact. According to the petition, the movie contains “deeply divisive scenes” that may incite communal tensions and disrupt public peace. The plea also mentions the amplification of controversial statements by political leaders and fringe groups, raising alarms over the potential for nationwide unrest. Also Read: Paresh Rawal REACTS to The Taj Story being called “propaganda”: “It focuses solely on historical facts”.
Stop escalation in the Caribbean!
Every doubt about U. S. aims, every trace of the Big Lie about a “drug war” was erased when the Pentagon’s top Secretary Pete Hegseth proclaimed Oct. 24 that the USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier group is being sent to the Caribbean Sea. You don’t need Darth Vader’s Death Star to . Continue reading Stop escalation in the Caribbean! at Workers. org.
India confirm Pratika Rawal’s replacement in squad ahead of AUS vs IND Women’s World Cup 2025 semifinal
The Indian Women’s team confirmed Pratika Rawal’s replacement in the squad ahead of the semifinal against Australia.
Trump blasts Democratic gubernatorial candidates ahead of Tokyo visit
President Donald Trump blasted the Democratic gubernatorial candidates of New Jersey and Virginia on Monday morning. He questioned why anyone would vote for Mikie Sherrill, the Democratic candidate in New Jersey, and Abigail Spanberger, the candidate in Virginia. The president made the remarks on his Truth Social account before Monday’s scheduled visit to Tokyo, Japan. [.].
Javier Milei’s crypto-friendly party wins Argentine midterm
Argentina’s La Libertad Avanza party, led by President Javier Milei, has won the midterms, positioning Milei as the frontrunner for the 2027 elections. Argentine President Javier Milei’s crypto-friendly party has won the midterm election, positioning him as a leading contender for the October 2027 presidential race and bolstering his continued push for free-market policies. Milei’s La Libertad Avanza party obtained 40. 68% of nearly 99% of votes counted to secure the victory over the Peronist party, according to local news outlet La Nacion. That included a win in the Buenos Aires province, which has historically favored the Peronist party. The results flip the script from September, when Milei’s party lost the Buenos Aires provincial election to the Peronist party in a lopsided outcome. Perhaps the most notable development since then has been Argentina’s $20 billion currency swap with the US strengthening economic ties with one of its biggest allies despite domestic uncertainty. Read more.
Trump admin. pressured to hold Nigeria accountable for violence against Christians
A member of U. S. Congress and Christian religious freedom advocates are calling on the Trump administration to designate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” due to escalating attacks against Christians after the designation was removed during the Biden administration.