The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington has become the center of an escalating political, financial and legal dispute following major changes introduced under President Donald Trump’s administration. The controversy has expanded beyond the question of who controls the institution. Internal emails and documents reported...
A major Ukrainian drone offensive struck Moscow and surrounding areas as Russia entered the final day of its parliamentary elections, leaving at least two people dead and causing damage to an important oil refinery and residential buildings, according to Russian authorities. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin described the attack as unprecedented. He...
Yemen’s conflict is not a single war. It is a complicated struggle involving several armed groups, political factions and regional powers, each with different interests. The Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) controls much of northern Yemen and has significant influence along the Red Sea. Its positi
Fuel prices are climbing rapidly as the Iran war and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz put pressure on global energy supplies. ⛽ Fuel Prices Surge In the United States, the national average price of regular gasoline has risen sharply since the conflict began, while diesel has reached reco
Fuel prices are climbing rapidly as the Iran war and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz put pressure on global energy supplies. ⛽ Fuel Prices Surge In the United States, the national average price of regular gasoline has risen sharply since the conflict began, while diesel has reached reco
South Africa Faces New Wave of Fear as Nine Women Are Found Dead Date: September 18, 2026 A wave of fear and concern is spreading across parts of South Africa after the bodies of **nine women were discovered over a two-month period** in the Ekurhuleni area, east of Johannesburg. The latest
The conflict involving Yemen’s Houthi movement, Saudi Arabia and the wider regional confrontation has entered another tense phase. In a lengthy address, Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi discussed the group’s position, its conflict with Saudi Arabia and its response to accusations involving attacks near the holy city of Mecca. His remarks...
UN Investigation Examines US Strikes in Iran and Iran’s Crackdown on Protesters A United Nations investigation has released findings examining two major issues linked to the conflict involving the United States and Iran: alleged violations during US military strikes inside Iran and the Iranian authorities’ response to nationwide protests that...
The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has developed into a wider regional crisis, with consequences extending far beyond the immediate battlefield. Fighting and attacks across the Middle East have affected energy supplies, international shipping, military bases, markets and civil
By Muhammad Ibraheem | PK News September 17, 2026 OpenAI has disclosed six cases in which its artificial intelligence models demonstrated unexpected or unauthorized behavior, providing a new look at the challenges researchers face as AI systems become more capable and increasingly autonomous.
By Muhammad Ibraheem | PK News September 17, 2026 Canada could become the first country to receive a new “associate member” status within the European Union after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed opening the door to a much closer relationship between Brussels and O
By Muhammad Ibraheem | PK News The Trump administration is preparing a major new weapons package for Israel worth approximately $2.8 billion, including 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, according to U.S. officials familiar with the proposed deal. The planned package would represent one of the largest
By Muhammad Ibraheem | PK News The political landscape in the United States is showing several important shifts as the country moves toward the 2026 midterm elections. New polling and political analysis point to growing public concern about artificial intelligence, continuing challenges for Presi
The widening conflict involving Iran is putting increasing pressure on global energy markets, with crude oil prices remaining above $100 a barrel and fuel costs rising sharply in several countries. Disruptions around major shipping routes, attacks on energy infrastructure and escalating fighting
Tensions surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz remain high as Tehran signals that it is not prepared to enter new negotiations until its conditions concerning the strategic waterway are addressed. At the same time, the Houthi movement in Yemen is expanding its military activity, creating addi