Trump Warns Cuba as Venezuelan Oil Ends U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated pressure on Cuba, warning Havana to “make a deal” with Washington or face mounting consequences now that Venezuelan oil shipments and financial support have been effectively shut off. Speaking publicly and later posting on social media, Trump said Cuba had “lived for […]
Cuba on the Brink? Competing Visions of Crisis, Sanctions and Sovereignty As Washington intensifies pressure on Havana following the dramatic capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro, Cuba has once again been thrust into the centre of geopolitical speculation. On a recent episode of Inside Story, host Adrian Finighan brought together sharply differing perspectives to examine […]
FIFA and TikTok strike landmark partnership ahead of 2026 World Cup FIFA has announced a groundbreaking partnership with TikTok that will significantly expand how fans around the world experience the FIFA World Cup 2026™, marking the first time a social media platform has been named a FIFA “Preferred Platform.” Under the agreement, TikTok will play […]
By Anthony Joseph Venezuela Was the Warning. Greenland May Be the Test. What happened in Venezuela should not be viewed as a distant geopolitical drama, nor as a one-off intervention justified by extraordinary circumstances. It should be understood for what it is: a warning. A precedent. A glimpse into a new era of American power […]
Unions, public servants push back against Ontario’s full return-to-office order Ontario’s mandate requiring provincial government employees to return to the office five days a week took effect Monday, drawing sharp criticism from unions and public service workers who say the policy is out of step with modern work realities and poorly planned. JP Hornick, president […]
The Government of Ontario entered 2025 facing mounting economic pressure, driven largely by global instability and the ripple effects of U.S. trade policies. In response, the province unveiled a sweeping set of fiscal, infrastructure, and workforce measures aimed at stabilizing the economy while positioning Ontario for long-term growth. At the centre of the government’s strategy […]
What to know about the reported U.S. military attack on Venezuela A dramatic series of claims from Washington early Saturday sent shockwaves through diplomatic, military and financial circles, as President Donald Trump announced what he described as a large-scale U.S. military operation in Venezuela, including the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and a temporary […]
Keisha Harris, better known to global audiences as Lady Lava, continues to build an impressive international profile, earning the title of Best Performing Artist of 2025 at the Zikomo Africa Awards. The prestigious ceremony was held on December 17 in Tanzania, bringing together some of the continent’s most dynamic creative talents. For the Trinidad and […]
Grenadian-Heritage Leader Jumaane D. Williams Sworn In as New York City Public Advocate, Marking a Historic Era of Diverse Leadership New York City witnessed a powerful moment in civic history as Jumaane D. Williams, the son of Grenadian immigrants, was sworn in as New York City Public Advocate, one of the city’s top three executive […]
As New York Chooses Courage Over Cynicism New York City has entered a powerful new political chapter with the installation of its new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, marking not just a ceremonial transfer of power but the beginning of a sweeping vision for a fairer, more inclusive city. The moment resonated far beyond the five boroughs, […]
