African Press Review: Highlights of this Week’s Coverage
In this week’s African press review, journalists across the continent continue to explore stories reflecting political change, economic strength and the quest for peace and...
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Kenya Protests Turn Deadly — 11 Killed, Many Injured as Police Open Fire
Kenya’s anti-government protests turned tragic on July 7, 2025, when police fired on demonstrators resulting in at least 11 deaths and a scores of injured,...
Elon Musk Officially Creates the “America Party”: A New Chapter in U.S. Politics
The launch of a new political party, which was announced on July 5, 2025, by one of the most globally recognized entrepreneurs and innovators has...
Trump’s Sweeping “Big, Beautiful Bill” Becomes U.S. Law: A New Era for the United States
In a landmark moment for American politics, Trump’s monumental “big, beautiful bill” is enacted in U.S. law, heralding what supporters refer to as a transformative...
Nigeria Opposition Leaders Form Coalition to Challenge Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Elections
In an unprecedented move in Nigeria’s political history, opposition leaders in Nigeria have formed a coalition to take on Tinubu in the 2027 election. This...
NYC Primary Election: Cuomo Leads with 38% While Mamdani Climbs to 27%—NYC Mayoral Primary Tightens with 11% Undecided
As New Yorkers prepare to head to the polling places for one of the most aspirational mayoral races in recent memory, the latest data shows...
Trump Administration Considers Adding 36 Countries to Travel Ban: What You Should Know
Once again, the Trump Administration is at the forefront of hardline action in the immigration debate as reports show that the Trump administration is looking...
Elon Musk and Trump: From Allies to Adversaries—What the Feud Means for Tesla and Beyond
Unlike the political fireworks and financial calamities of the week, Elon Musk found his self in the middle of a very public feud with President...
Donald J. Trump Limits Foreign Student Visas at Harvard University: What it Means for Students and the Higher Education Landscape
On June 4, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a sweeping proclamation that suspends the admission of foreign nationals seeking to engage in study programs...
Trump Travel Ban from 12 Countries: Scope, Rationale, and Human Impact
On June 5, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a sweeping proclamation imposing a complete travel ban on citizens of twelve countries, causing an international furor...