Global Update: Highlights from this week around the world
Yemen Currently, hundreds of tourists from the U.S. and Europe are stuck on Yemen’s Socotra Island. This situation arose after a state of emergency was declared due to the ongoing conflict involving Saudi Arabia and the UAE. All access points to the island, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its stunning cliffs […]
Global coverage increases following Maduro’s departure, while protests in Iran rise.
Exclusive: In response to protests in Iran and a significant U.S. operation in Venezuela, the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) swiftly redirected information into some of the world’s most restricted media environments, according to agency director Kari Lake in a recent interview. Early on January 3, reports started emerging about a military operation aimed […]
Trump withdraws the US from a ‘racist’ UN forum promoting ‘global reparations initiatives’
Trump’s Recent Withdrawals from International Organizations This week, President Trump took significant actions that could be seen as empowering globalists and climate change advocates. On Wednesday, he released a presidential memorandum that formally excluded the United States from over 60 international groups, aligning with his broader aim to prioritize American interests. In a presidential order […]
U.N. Urges U.S. to Meet Its Funding Responsibilities for Global Agencies Following Trump Exit
On Thursday, a message was conveyed to the Trump administration from United Nations headquarters, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling legal obligations and continuing to support U.S. taxpayers. This came shortly after the White House declared its intention to withdraw billions from 66 organizations linked to globalist initiatives. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed regret over […]
Stocks pull back as traders focus on global issues and US employment figures.
Market Update: Stocks Dip Amid Profit-Taking Stocks experienced a decline on Thursday as initial gains from the year began to fade, prompting investors to secure profits before the release of important U.S. jobs data later this week. The geopolitical climate continues to pose significant risks for traders. The U.S.’s move to oust the Venezuelan president […]
Trump, Maduro, and global law: Understanding why the action wasn’t an unlawful invasion
Tensions rise between US and Colombia after Maduro detention Recent events surrounding Nicolás Maduro’s capture have triggered extensive discussions about the legality of the action. Most international legal scholars argue that this operation, despite its constitutional implications, infringes on Venezuela’s sovereignty. There appears to be a strong international legal foundation supporting this view. At first […]
Trump issues memo withdrawing the US from 66 global organizations
Trump Orders Withdrawal from 66 International Organizations On Wednesday, President Donald Trump issued a presidential memorandum mandating the withdrawal of the United States from 66 international organizations. This directive also instructed executive departments and agencies to halt funding and participation in groups that the administration deems not in the nation’s interests. This memorandum follows a […]
Trump withdraws the US from a UN forum deemed ‘racist’ that advocated for a ‘global reparations agenda’
Trump Signs Executive Order to Withdraw from UN Coalition WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order that pulls the United States out of a United Nations coalition. According to officials from the State Department, this coalition is advancing what they describe as unconstitutional and racist policies, particularly concerning global reparations. Officials from […]
Trump pulls the US out of the UN Global Forum on Migration and Refugees
Trump Withdraws U.S. from Global Forum on Migration and Development President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to officially pull the United States out of the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD). This action marks a departure from the international organization linked to the United Nations’ Global Compact on Migration. This decision effectively […]
Global ETFs Break Investing Record in 2025
2025 ETF Flow Highlights International exchange-traded funds (ETFs) shattered previous inflow records, more than doubling in 2024 due to stronger returns and a weaker U.S. dollar spurring demand. Vanguard and iShares once again led the charge, capturing 54% of the total U.S. ETF net flows. The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, known as VOO, set a […]