Fresh talks on Ukraine under way as US insists it authored peace plan Snow crunches under heavy boots in Geneva. Delegations from Ukraine, the US and Europe gather quietly in a hotel. They bring a 28-point “peace” proposal. But critics say it reads like a Russian blueprint. Kyiv’s leaders call it controversial. The White House insists Washington wrote it. The world is watching as these fresh talks begin – a test of diplomacy after three years of war. New Geneva talks open between US, Ukraine and allies on a peace framework. A 28-point proposal backed by the US sparks debate over its authorship and demands. The plan’s terms – ceding territory, permanent neutrality, army limits – have alarmed Ukraine. US officials say they drafted the plan; critics (and some US senators) call it a Russian “wish list.” European leaders urge revisions to safeguard Ukraine’s sovereignty. President Zelensky is cautiously hopeful but stresses Ukraine must also keep defending itself.

Nigeria’s Nightmare: 315 Pupils Abducted from Catholic School

In the pre-dawn darkness of Papiri, Niger State, gunshots shattered the silence. Armed men stormed the campus of St. Mary’s Catholic School. Teachers and guards raced to the dorms, but the assailants were swift. By morning light, 315 terrified children and staff had vanished. Empty beds lay stiff beneath the cool breeze. School gates stood wide open, hinges jammed on disuse. In the courtyard, a lone schoolboy’s shoe told its own story. Parents gathered in prayer circles, eyes wide with horror. In that moment Nigeria faced yet another school kidnapping, a fresh reminder of a years-long nightmare.

Trump’s ‘Quiet, Piggy’ Remark Ignites Debate on Press and Power

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Aboard Air Force One, a tense scene unfolded on a November morning. Reporters pressed President Trump with questions about the Epstein files. In response, he jabbed a finger at a Bloomberg correspondent and barked, “Quiet. Quiet, piggy.” The phrase hung in the air. Within hours, a snippet of video clips spread online. Outrage erupted. Suddenly a brief exchange in the presidential plane felt like a defining moment. It came at a time when the administration was already under fire for multiple crises – stalled budgets, economic worries and mounting scandals. Even in that storm, this single insult cut through. It was brief and crude, yet it became a rallying cry for critics and a badge of bravado for supporters. In today’s world, a few seconds of footage can spark a firestorm. Here, a flash of anger spoke volumes. It tapped into debates about sexism, free speech and authority. To understand why a two-word taunt made headlines, one must look back at the road that led there and the currents it has sent rippling through politics and media.

US-Authored Ukraine Peace Plan and Its Geopolitical Fallout

In late November 2025, the world froze on the brink of something monumental. A leaked 28-point “peace plan,” drawn up in Washington, cast its long shadow over the four-year-old war. At a hastily arranged meeting in Geneva, U.S., Ukrainian and European security officials gathered to hash out the plan’s fate. President Donald Trump – now in his second term – had given Ukraine a Thanksgiving deadline to say yes or keep fighting. Amid missile strikes on Ukrainian cities and tense debates in halls of power, one question loomed: can this blueprint end the bloodshed without surrendering Ukraine’s soul?

Tech War: AI and the U.S.–China Geopolitical Rivalry

In late 2025, a sudden détente in Asia shook the tech world. On a hot October day in Busan, U.S. and Chinese leaders declared a truce in trade and technology. A week later came the surprise: U.S. officials quietly considered lifting the ban on the newest Nvidia AI chips for China. Stock markets jumped and newsfeeds blazed. The mood was electric and unnerving. Could the tech cold war really be easing? Or was this a tactical pause in a clash that is far from over?

This brisk turn of events was a stark contrast to recent years. Just months earlier, the White House had barred advanced semiconductors, fearing they would fuel China’s military AI. China retaliated with threats over rare earth exports. Now, suddenly, the rules seemed to be shifting. For observers around the globe, the message was clear: the U.S.–China tech war is volatile and unpredictable, and the battleground is ever changing. One week’s headlines can reverse what seemed set in stone.

COP30 Climate Talks Overrun with Deadlock Over Fossil Fuels

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The city of Belem is quiet after dark, but inside the conference hall leaders are still talking. The COP30 climate summit was meant to end on Friday night. Instead, negotiators stayed up well past the deadline. A single issue hangs in the balance: what to do about oil, gas and coal. Disputes over fossil fuels have stalled the final agreement. Delegates know that millions of people around the world are watching and waiting. Now, under the soft glow of conference lights, frustration and urgency grow with each passing hour. Protesters and media flank the hall, a reminder that every speech and gesture here will be scrutinized.

Boris Johnson faces legal alarm after COVID inquiry report

A blistering new Covid inquiry report has thrust former prime minister Boris Johnson into the hot seat. It says Britain’s government acted “too little, too late” in 2020, leading to thousands of avoidable deaths. Now angry bereaved families are demanding justice – even legal action – against the man who led the country then. The silence around Downing Street has been shattered. Families and campaigners are openly asking: can a former leader be held accountable for such failures?

The inquiry’s findings have touched a raw nerve. Newspapers and TV shows describe a crisis of leadership, and even some Tory MPs admit the criticism is harsh but valid. On the street and online, people speak of betrayal and callousness. One headline cries that Johnson’s government “cost 23,000 lives” through delay. Grieving relatives say they want consequences, not just apologies. The mood is tense in Westminster: Downing Street allies scramble to defend the record, while opponents say a reckoning must follow.

Unlikely Allies: Trump Meets New York’s Mayor-Elect in Oval Office

On a November afternoon in Washington, two political opposites sat side by side in the Oval Office. President Donald Trump, a 79-year-old Republican and real-estate mogul, and Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old newly elected Democratic mayor of New York City, traded smiles and firm handshakes. Just weeks after harshly attacking each other on the campaign trail, they publicly agreed on the need to tackle shared problems – especially the city’s high cost of living. The surprising cordiality caught many off guard. Both men spoke of lowering grocery and utility bills, building more housing, and keeping New Yorkers safe. Their cooperation marked a sharp turn from the name-calling and threats that had defined their relationship.

Leaked US Draft Plan Shocks Ukraine and Allies

Ukraine’s leaders are reeling after a secret 28-point peace blueprint leaked this week. The U.S. draft plan – reportedly backed by President Donald Trump – would force Kyiv to cede large swathes of eastern Ukraine to Russia. Ukrainian officials warned it amounts to “capitulation” to the invader. In a national address, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukraine now faces an “impossible choice” between keeping its dignity or appeasing Russia. The draft proposal has thrust the conflict back into the spotlight just as a new winter offensive looms, and it has set off alarm bells in Washington and European capitals alike.

Why Was the 2025 U.S. Government Shutdown So Long?

Airports turned into an impromptu army of stranded travelers. Lunch counters at schools and food banks stood empty. By mid-November 2025, the federal government had been shut down for a record 43 days – longer than any other pause in modern U.S. history. This shutdown was not caused by a natural disaster or cyberattack, but by a political standoff. Flights grounded by a shortage of controllers and empty pantries highlighted one ugly truth: lawmakers could not agree on how to fund the government.

The Middle East Power Shuffle: Iran, Israel and the New Red Line Politics of 2025

Sirens blared across Tel Aviv and Tehran as missiles rained down between two longtime adversaries. For twelve tense days in June 2025, Israel and Iran fought a war that had once seemed almost unthinkable. By the time the smoke cleared, the Middle East’s balance of power had shifted — and a new era of “red line” politics had begun.

Now, just months later, the region is grappling with the war’s aftermath. Iran, battered and isolated, is scrambling for diplomatic lifelines. Israel, emboldened by its military gamble, is doubling down on hard limits it vows to enforce. Caught in between, neighboring powers like Saudi Arabia are playing unexpected new roles as mediators. It’s a geopolitical shuffle that is redefining alliances and testing how far each player will go to defend its interests.

COVID-19 Lockdowns: Lifesaving Strategy or Global Mistake?

In 2020 the world pressed pause. Streets went empty and schools closed overnight. For months, cities fell silent as life moved online. Now, as we watch new COVID variants emerge, that unprecedented decision still divides opinion. Did those months of lockdown save lives – or did they sow deeper troubles?

Trump’s Lavish White House Summit with Saudi Crown Prince

In mid-November 2025, President Trump rolled out a literal red carpet on the South Lawn for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

A military band played, cavalry trotted, and jets roared overhead as Mr. Trump hailed the young heir as a “fantastic” partner for America. Cameras captured the two leaders exchanging handshakes and smiles – a vivid scene of pageantry and a sharp display of warming ties. The next day in the Oval Office, Trump doubled down on the enthusiasm.

He lavished praise on MBS’s record and announced sweeping agreements: massive Saudi investments in U.S. industries (rising to a pledged $1 trillion), plans to sell Riyadh advanced F-35 fighter jets, a new strategic defense pact, civil nuclear and AI cooperation, and even special “major non-NATO ally” status for Saudi Arabia. In short, the summit staked a new course in the U.S.-Saudi relationship through deals and fanfare alike.

Ukraine War at a Crossroads: Trump’s Peace Plan and NATO Tensions

Snow falls on battered cities as world leaders scramble for peace in the Ukraine war. A new 28‑point proposal backed by the United States – widely tied to former President Donald Trump – has Ukraine under intense pressure. One side sees a chance to end six years of fighting. The other fears losing hard‑won land and security. Short, vivid sentences capture the moment: a deal looms, and the world waits to see if Ukraine will say “yes” or lose its lifeline.

The Fractured World Economy: How Sanctions, Supply Chains and Rival Blocs Are Replacing Globalization

The old era of frictionless trade is giving way to a new age of dividing lines. In boardrooms and factories around the world, companies are changing course. Decisions that once focused only on cost now hinge on politics and security. A raw-materials pipeline war in Africa. A chipmaker’s order held up by border checks. A farmer watching grain ships turn away. These scenes are no longer isolated headlines – they are the new reality of a fractured global economy.

Global powers dominate the headlines. But new fires are burning away from the spotlight. Strange alliances, resource fights and climate strains spell trouble in hidden corners of the world. By 2026–2030, these overlooked zones could erupt into the next global flashpoints.