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PoliticIsrael-Iran Heats Up, United States Ready to InterveneIsrael and Iran have exchanged ballistic missile and air strikes since June 13, leaving hundreds dead and prompting the United States to prepare for intervention.Samuel Berrit Olam19 Jun 2025 3 minThe conflict between Israel and Iran has now reached one of the most tense chapters in the history of their relations. Since June 13, the world has witnessed the largest exchange of air and ballistic missile attacks between these two main ...

NewsGaza Blast Kills Israeli Soldier, Triggers Mass EvacuationSgt. Yisrael Natan Rosenfeld killed in Gaza blast; massive fires force urgent evacuation of northern Gaza civilians.Samuel Berrit Olam29 Jun 2025 3 minTensions in the Gaza Strip escalated sharply following a deadly explosion in northern Gaza on June 29, 2025, which claimed the life of a young Israeli soldier. The incident occurred amid an intensive operation by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeting armed militant groups in a re...

SportsFIFA Club World Cup 2025 Officially Kicks Off in the United StatesThe FIFA Club World Cup 2025 officially begins in the US, featuring 32 teams, top global stars, and cutting-edge technology throughout the tournament.Elvina Sinta Dewi16 Jun 2025 3 minThe most prestigious football event between clubs worldwide has finally begun. The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 opens a new chapter in international competition history with a 32-team format bringing together giants from every confederation. Sta...

NewsGlobal Military Escalation: Nuclear States Normalize ConflictIndia-Pakistan, Israel-Iran, and Ukraine-Russia conflicts signal a new era of military escalation and normalized operations among nuclear states.Samuel Berrit Olam27 Jun 2025 3 minA sharp rise in military tensions across several global hotspots is ushering in a new chapter in international security. Recent conflicts—ranging from the brief India-Pakistan war, the Israel-Iran retaliatory strikes, to Ukrainian drone attacks on Russ...

EconomyOil Price Surge Driven by Strait of Hormuz ThreatBrent crude oil rises 1% to $74.90 on fears of a Strait of Hormuz blockade. Global economy threatened, inflation spikes, markets volatile.Elvina Sinta Dewi16 Jun 2025 2 minThe surge in Brent crude oil prices is again drawing global attention as prices reached $74.90 per barrel, up about 1% on June 16, 2025. This increase was triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, especially Iran’s threat to block the Strait of Hormuz in res...

NewsUS and Israel Strike Iran’s Nuclear Sites, World on EdgeUS and Israel launched attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites, sparking missile retaliation and escalating conflict in the Middle East.Elvina Sinta Dewi22 Jun 2025 2 minA massive joint strike by the United States and Israel on Iran’s main nuclear sites Friday night marked a dramatic escalation in regional conflict that has sent shockwaves across the globe. President Trump publicly declared the operation a “total destruction mission” ...

EconomyUS Stock Market Sets Record, S&P 500 and Nasdaq SurgeThe S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices break all-time records, driven by positive US-China trade deal sentiment and a surge in AI tech stocks.Samuel Berrit Olam28 Jun 2025 3 minThe United States stock market once again broke records on Friday, June 28, 2025, as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at their highest levels in history. The surge in these two major indices was fueled by optimism over a US-China trade agreement, easing geopolitical tens...

NewsGaza Aid Crisis: UN and MSF Slam Deadly DistributionGaza crisis worsens as humanitarian aid distribution is condemned by the UN and MSF as a deadly, failed system for civilians.Samuel Berrit Olam28 Jun 2025 2 minHumanitarian aid, which should be the last hope for millions in Gaza, is now facing harsh criticism from the international community. In recent months, aid operations backed by the United States and Israel have been deemed unable to guarantee civilian safety. UN Secretary-General ...

NewsUS and Iran Agree on Nuclear TalksThe US and Iran will start nuclear negotiations to strengthen the ceasefire, opening new opportunities for peace in the Middle East.Samuel Berrit Olam26 Jun 2025 2 minThe United States and Iran are scheduled to begin crucial talks next week regarding Iran’s nuclear program and efforts to strengthen the ceasefire between Israel and Iran. The official announcement from US President Donald Trump marks a new chapter in Middle Eastern diplomacy, a region long ...

EconomyCulinary Crisis: 307 Singapore Restaurants Close MonthlyRestaurant closures in Singapore have reached a record 307 per month in 2025, highlighting deep economic and behavioral shifts.Samuel Berrit Olam22 Jun 2025 2 minSingapore’s food and beverage sector is experiencing an unprecedented crisis. Official government data shows that in 2025 alone, an average of 307 restaurants and F&B outlets close every month—a record high since 2005. This wave of shutdowns reflects real, systemic pressu...