Posts by Amelia Frost
Full List Of Democrats Not Running For Senate Re-Election As Dick Durbin Announces It’s ‘Time To Pass The Torch’
[ad_1] Democratic Senator for Illinois Richard (Dick) Durbin, the No. 2 Democrat in the Senate for two decades, announced Wednesday that he is not going to seek re-election in 2026, declaring that it is “time to pass the church.” Durbin has now become the latest Democratic Senator to step down as a debate over age…
Read MoreUS Treasury Chief Says IMF, World Bank Must Be ‘Fit For Purpose’
[ad_1] The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank “must be made fit for purpose again,” US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday, arguing the institutions should be promoting economic growth instead of social issues. Speaking on the sidelines of the organizations’ spring meetings in Washington, Bessent said the IMF devotes “disproportionate time” to climate…
Read MoreWill Blake Lively Attend the Met Gala 2025?
[ad_1] If you’re here, you want to know: Will Blake Lively attend the Met Gala in 2025? Once upon a time, Lively rivaled Madonna, Rihanna, and Sarah Jessica Parker for most-anticipated Met Gala attendee, going 10 times in 14 years. The Gossip Girl star made a habit of somehow always matching the carpet (even though…
Read MoreTrump Says Zelensky Will Lose ‘The Whole Country’ In a Matter Of Years If He Doesn’t Reach a Deal With Putin
[ad_1] US President Donald Trump and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky meet in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, February 28, 2025. Latin Times President Donald Trump slammed Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, saying his reluctance to give up Crimea could lead him to lose “the whole country” in a matter…
Read MoreSuperstore CEOs Urged Trump to Back Off Tariffs or ‘Shelves Would Be Empty’ Before Revealing Possibility of China Trade Talks: Report
[ad_1] Facing pressure from retail CEOs and spooked markets, President Donald Trump toned down his tariff threats and signaled potential trade talks with China. Top U.S. retail executives warned President Donald Trump that his aggressive tariff policies could lead to empty store shelves and price hikes, prompting him to dial back rhetoric and hint at…
Read MoreJD Vance Says US Will ‘Walk Away’ From Ukraine-Russia Talks If They Don’t Accept Its ‘Final Offer’
[ad_1] Vice President JD Vance Vice President JD Vance warned on Wednesday that the Trump administration is ready to “walk away” from negotiations aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war if the countries don’t accept its “final offer.” “We’ve issued a very explicit proposal to both the Russians and Ukrainians, and it’s time for them to…
Read MoreIMF Warns Of ‘Intensified’ Risks To Outlook For Public Finances
[ad_1] Donald Trump’s tariff plans have increased the risks to public finances, the International Monetary Fund said Wednesday, warning countries to get their spending plans under control and prepare for “sharper” trade-offs. The US President’s on-again, off-again introduction of levies against top trading partners sent market volatility soaring and unnerved investors, who are attempting to…
Read MoreI.Coast’s Barred Opposition Leader Says Is Party’s Only Presidential Candidate
[ad_1] Ivory Coast’s main opposition leader Tidjane Thiam, struck off the electoral list in a row over his nationality, told AFP Wednesday his party would not replace him as its candidate in October’s presidential election. Tensions in the west African country are running high, with Thiam the latest of several prominent figures, including former president…
Read MoreHILL, THOMPSON: Gov’ts in Alberta must spur home-building
[ad_1] Breadcrumb Trail Links News Alberta Calgary Opinion Columnists Homebuilding has increased, but not enough to keep pace with the rise in population. Published Apr 23, 2025 • Last updated 21 minutes ago • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Governments in…
Read MoreEU Slaps Fines On Apple And Meta, Risking Trump Fury
[ad_1] The EU on Wednesday slapped Apple and Meta with 700 million euros in fines for breaking digital competition rules, risking the wrath of US President Donald Trump. The penalties threaten to cause more tension in the already fraught relationship between the bloc and Trump, as the two sides discuss a deal to avoid his…
Read MoreTourists Flee India-administered Kashmir After Deadly Attack
[ad_1] Indian tourist brochures dub the Himalayan region of Kashmir “Little Switzerland”, and its mountain meadows are usually packed with visitors escaping the sweltering summer heat in the lowland plains of India. On Wednesday, a day after gunmen killed 26 men in an attack on the popular tourist site of Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir Chief…
Read MoreIndie Games vs. AAA Titles: Why Smaller Studios Are Taking Big Risks
[ad_1] If you’ve been wandering through the endless Steam library, you’ve likely stumbled upon a quirky indie game right next to a blockbuster AAA title. But have you ever stopped to think about what sets them apart, and why indie developers are stealing the spotlight? Let’s dive into why smaller studios are taking big risks—and…
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