The reasons for the dismissal of Lieutenant General Jeffrey Kruse, who had been leading the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) since early 2024, were not immediately disclosed. However, President Trump had previously criticized the agency’s initial findings on US strikes against Iran. The DIA’s initial assessment, which was widely reported by US media, contradicted Trump’s claims that the strikes had completely destroyed the nuclear sites, drawing the ire of both the president and officials within his administration. A senior defense official, speaking anonymously, stated on Friday that Kruse “will no longer serve as DIA director” but provided no further explanation for…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Japan’s leader, Ishiba, stated in a joint announcement with South Korean President Lee after their meeting that “as the strategic environment surrounding both our countries grows increasingly severe, the importance of our relations, as well as trilateral cooperation with the United States, continues to grow.” The two leaders agreed to resume ‘shuttle diplomacy,’ expand exchanges such as ‘working holiday programmes,’ and strengthen cooperation in defence, economic security, artificial intelligence, and other areas. They also pledged closer coordination against North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats. Following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol for declaring martial law, the snap election victory…
An immigrant, Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported from the US to El Salvador earlier this year, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him and asked the judge to dismiss the case. He claims that this is an attempt to punish him for challenging his deportation. Abrego Garcia’s case has become a flashpoint in the Trump administration’s strict anti-immigration agenda, especially after his erroneous deportation. Following a court order, the Trump administration was forced to bring him back to the US, only to immediately detain him on human smuggling charges. During this time, an offer came from Costa…
On Friday, President Donald Trump stated that he has U.S. buyers lined up for TikTok and could further extend the deadline for China-based ByteDance to divest the app’s U.S. assets. This comes just days after the White House joined the short video platform. Speaking to reporters, Trump dismissed bipartisan security concerns over TikTok, saying his administration would monitor for any issues. He also mentioned that he would speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping “at the right time.” Under a 2024 law, ByteDance was required to either sell the app’s U.S. assets or stop operating by January 19 of this year.…
The United Kingdom is unique in Europe for its large-scale deployment of real-time facial-recognition systems in public spaces. This week, hundreds of cameras were set up at the Notting Hill Carnival in London, an event that draws millions of attendees. According to police, the goal is to identify and intercept wanted individuals by scanning faces in large crowds and matching them against a database of suspects. The technology is being hailed as an “effective policing tool” by Metropolitan Police chief Mark Rowley, who noted that it has resulted in over 1,000 arrests since the start of 2024. The use of…
Before taking the stage in New York City, Lady Gaga received some wise advice from her fiancé, Michael Polansky. The 39-year-old Grammy winner was performing at Madison Square Garden on Friday for her Mayhem Ball tour’s hometown stop when she revealed the guidance she received. “I think about walking on the concrete, going all around the city and just — I remember fighting really hard, fighting really hard for my dreams and what I believed in and for myself,” she told the concertgoers. “I was with my friend China before the show… and I said to her, ‘I think I…
Mingus Reedus, the son of actors Norman Reedus and Helena Christensen, has been arrested and charged with assault for a second time. The New York Police Department (NYPD) confirmed to Us Weekly that he was taken into custody on Sunday on charges of criminal obstruction of breathing and assault. Authorities also stated that a 33-year-old woman was at the scene with neck and leg injuries. This is not the first time Mingus has been in legal trouble; he was previously arrested in September 2021 for assaulting an anonymous woman in New York City. The alleged victim claimed he punched her…
Serena Williams is facing accusations of promoting a “dangerous” trend after she publicly admitted to using weight-loss pills. On Thursday, the 43-year-old tennis star appeared in a joint Instagram post with the GLP-1 medicine company Ro, confirming her partnership and showing herself injecting the weekly drug. Williams explained that she turned to the treatment after having two children, stating it was what her body “needed.” However, many fans expressed disappointment that the athlete would resort to medication for body confidence. One social media user commented, “As an athlete and an influencer, it’s a shame that you’re reiterating the narrative that…
Sophie Turner has revealed one decision she is certain about: she will never leave the UK. The 29-year-old actress, who lived in the U.S. during her marriage to pop star Joe Jonas, has since returned to England after their split and says she has no plans to leave again. The mother of two daughters, Willa and Delphine, told Flaunt magazine, “I just feel so at home here; I never want to move again.” The Game of Thrones star also expressed her appreciation for being surrounded by her family and friends once more. “Living in the States, I didn’t appreciate how…
Malcolm McDowell, the father-in-law of actress Lily Collins, has shared his honest opinion about her Netflix series, Emily in Paris. Collins is widely known for her starring role as Emily in the popular show. Speaking to People Magazine, McDowell, who is the father of Collins’ husband Charlie McDowell, admitted, “To be honest with you, it’s not my kind of thing, and Lily knows that.” Despite not being a fan of the show itself, McDowell made it clear he is a huge supporter of Collins. “But I’m the biggest fan of my daughter-in-law. I think she’s absolutely one of the great…
