Posts by Amelia Frost
Burundi, Uganda Manoeuvre As DR Congo Violence Spreads
Countries bordering the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo sought to shore up defences on Wednesday as violence spreads through the region, with Burundi forced to pull back troops and Uganda securing a key city. There are fears the escalation of fighting between troops and militias in the vast mineral-rich region could trigger a repeat of…
Read MoreZelensky Accuses Trump Of ‘Living In Disinformation Space’ After Backing Calls For Ukraine Elections
Latin Times President Volodymyr Zelensky shared his take on President Donald Trump‘s views about the Russia-Ukraine war amidst growing tension between the two leaders. Zelensky accused Trump of “living in a disinformation space” that’s shaped by Russia, he said in a live segment aired on the BBC. The remarks come on the heels of Trump’s…
Read MoreHamas Says Ready To Free All Hostages At Once In Gaza Truce Phase Two
Hamas signalled on Wednesday that it was willing to free all remaining hostages held in Gaza in a single swap during the next phase of the ongoing ceasefire agreement. Israel and Hamas are currently in the process of implementing phase one of the fragile Gaza truce, which has held since taking effect on January 19…
Read MoreDoom Spending On The Rise? Trump Tariff Fears Spark Buying Frenzy, Report Finds
One in five Americans are buying more items than usual, driven by concerns about President Donald Trump’s tariffs, as fear of rising prices is fueling a rush to purchase and stockpile goods, according to a recent report from CreditCards.com. According to the report, 19% of respondents said they are buying significantly more (5%) or slightly…
Read MoreHILL: Smith gov’t should revert to original plan in next week’s budget
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Alberta Opinion Columnists Published Feb 19, 2025 • Last updated 57 minutes ago • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Premier Danielle Smith listens as Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews delivers the 2023 budget, in Edmonton in this…
Read MoreKFC Trades Kentucky For Texas: Fans React To Iconic Brand’s HQ Relocation News
Kentucky Fried Chicken, the beloved fast-food chain synonymous with the state, was undergoing a major shift as its parent company, Yum Brands, announced Tuesday that it will be relocating its U.S. corporate office to Plano, Texas. Originally founded by Colonel Harland Sanders in Kentucky, KFC will now operate from the Dallas-area city, with approximately 100…
Read MoreStruggle Over Americans’ Personal Data Plays Out Across the Government
Last week, Michelle King, the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, sought to reassure Democrats on Capitol Hill about the presence of two of Elon Musk’s allies at her agency. The Social Security Administration keeps medical information, bank account numbers and other sensitive personal data about the roughly 70 million Americans it provides with…
Read MoreThe Cryptocurrency Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself
In the Wichita courtroom, Hanes offered his only public reflection on the bank collapse. Wearing a gray suit, he walked up to the lectern, glancing nervously at his former friends in the gallery. “I’m sorry,” he told the judge. Until the very end, he explained, he thought he was involved in a legitimate business deal.…
Read MoreUS Envoy Set For Kyiv Talks After Trump Rips Zelensky
Donald Trump’s special envoy was in Kyiv Wednesday, saying he was there to “listen” to Kyiv’s concerns, a day after the US president tore into his Ukrainian counterpart in a surprise press conference. Speaking on Tuesday, after Russian and US officials met in Saudi Arabia for their first high-level talks in over three years without…
Read MoreUK Annual Inflation Jumps More Than Expected
Britain’s annual inflation rate rose more than expected last month, official data showed Wednesday, adding pressure to the Labour government which is also facing sluggish economic growth. The Consumer Prices Index jumped to 3.0 percent in January, up from 2.5 percent in December, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The reading is a…
Read MoreUSPS Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Steps Down After ‘Rare’ Q1 Profit, Calls for Successor
The US Postal Service (USPS) announced on Tuesday that Postmaster General Louis DeJoy will step down after five years marked by controversy and significant challenges. His tenure saw the agency navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, a surge in mail-in election ballots, and ongoing efforts to cut costs and curb financial losses. DeJoy, America’s 75th Postmaster General,…
Read MoreHSBC Targets $1.5 Bn In Annual Cost Savings After Revamp
Banking giant HSBC said Wednesday that CEO Georges Elhedery’s plan since October to simplify the company’s structure and geographic setup will yield $1.5 billion in annual cost savings by the end of 2026. Elhedery’s plan for a “simpler, more dynamic, and agile organisation” has shaken up Europe’s largest bank, whose shares in Hong Kong have…
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