Taiwan Raises Defense Budget by 23%, Spending Crosses 3% of GDP to Counter China’s Pressure

August 22, 2025

Taiwan Raises Defense Budget by 23%, Spending Crosses 3% of GDP to Counter China’s Pressure

Taiwan is pumping up its defense budget by nearly 23% for 2026, exceeding 3% of GDP for the first time since 2009. The increased funds will buy new fighter jets, strengthen naval defenses, and include coast guard spending to face growing Chinese threats.

US Slaps Sanctions on ICC Judges and Prosecutors Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrants and American Soldiers’ Cases

August 22, 2025

US Slaps Sanctions on ICC Judges and Prosecutors Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrants and American Soldiers’ Cases

The US hits ICC with sanctions on two judges and two prosecutors involved in arrest warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu and probes into American troops. Sparks fly between Washington and The Hague!

Carney and Trump Hold Wide-Ranging Talks on Trade, Security, and Ukraine Peace

August 22, 2025

Carney and Trump Hold Wide-Ranging Talks on Trade, Security, and Ukraine Peace

Canadian PM Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump had a lively, wide-ranging chat about tricky trade issues, border security, and plans for peace in Ukraine and Europe. With tariffs and tensions simmering, both leaders look forward to more talks soon to build a fresh economic and security bond.

Peter Navarro Demands Probe Into FBI Agent Walter Giardina for Alleged Political Attacks on Trump

August 22, 2025

Peter Navarro Demands Probe Into FBI Agent Walter Giardina for Alleged Political Attacks on Trump

Ex-White House adviser Peter Navarro slams retired FBI agent Walter Giardina, accusing him of running politically charged investigations against Donald Trump and his team.

Rahul Gandhi Asks, ‘Where Has the Old VP Gone?’ Sparks Fire in Vice-Presidential Battle

August 22, 2025

Rahul Gandhi Asks, ‘Where Has the Old VP Gone?’ Sparks Fire in Vice-Presidential Battle

Rahul Gandhi humorously questions the sudden silence of ex-VP Jagdeep Dhankhar while backing opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy in a fierce battle against BJP’s CP Radhakrishnan. The opposition calls it ‘Constitution vs RSS’ fight, aiming for fairness in Rajya Sabha and defending India’s Constitution.