US reports first death linked to bird flu in Louisiana
The United States has recorded its first death from bird flu after a 65-year-old patient who was hospitalised on December 18 passed away. The Louisiana Department of…
January 2025
Deadly earthquake hits Tibet’s Shigatse: What we know so far
A powerful earthquake has struck a remote region of Tibet, killing at least 95 people and wounding dozens, with tremors felt in Nepal, Bhutan and parts…
Venezuelan opposition leader to meet Biden at White House
Venezuela’s opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia holds an Uruguayan and a Venezuelan flag outside the government residence in Montevideo, Uruguay, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. Gonzalez,…
Harris oversees peaceful certification of Trump’s win
Vice President Kamala Harris reads the results as House Speaker Mike Johnson of La., listens during a joint session of Congress to confirm the Electoral…
Tennis star Naomi Osaka confirms split from rapper Cordae
Naomi Osaka of Japan is emotional after forfeiting her match against Clara Tauson of Denmark in the finals singles match of the ASB Classic tennis…
Trinidad PM Rowley announces Stuart Young as successor
Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Keith Rowley (left) with Stuart Young (right), the current Minister of Energy chosen to succeed him. Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime…
Guyana: CCAC launches investigation into cooking gas incidents
The Competition and Consumer Affairs Commission (CCAC) has launched an investigation into recent incidents involving a specific brand of cooking gas, which have resulted in…
Boy’s death in Honolulu fireworks explosion raises toll toll to 4
A view of the home where a New Year’s Eve fireworks explosion killed and injured people, Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in Honolulu. Photo: Associated Press,…
Raheemah Abdulaleem Highlights Vision for Sustainable Prosperity In Keynote Address at PM’s Gala
The Prime Minister’s Annual New Year’s Gala, held on 4th January 2025, set the tone for a transformative year ahead, with keynote speaker Raheemah Abdulaleem…
Five members of the judiciary sworn in to serve in higher offices
Five members of the judiciary were sworn in to serve in higher offices by Deputy Governor-General, Steadman Fuller, during a ceremony at King’s House yesterday…