Author: Asma hassan
In a dramatic art crime breakthrough, Italian police have dismantled a clandestine forgery operation in Rome, unmasking a secret workshop dedicated to producing counterfeit paintings attributed to world-famous artists. The discovery, led by the Carabinieri’s Cultural Heritage Protection Unit and coordinated by the Rome Prosecutor’s Office, reveals the sophisticated tactics used by art forgers to infiltrate the global art market. Read More: British couple arrested in Iran on espionage charges A Trail of Fakes Leads to Rome The investigation began after police traced suspicious artworks being sold on various e-commerce platforms. Posing as genuine masterpieces, these works bore forged signatures,…
Two British nationals, identified as Craig and Lindsay Foreman, have been formally charged with espionage in Iran, according to the Iranian judiciary’s Mizan news agency. The announcement comes amid a series of arrests of foreign and dual nationals in the country, intensifying diplomatic strain between Tehran and London. Read More: Germany’s Election Focuses on Immigration and Weak Economy as Far Right Seeks to Advance Charges and Allegations The Iranian authorities claim the couple collected sensitive information from multiple provinces during their stay. Officials allege that Craig and Lindsay were “connected to intelligence services” and cooperated with covert organizations linked to…
Berlin — Germany heads to the polls this Sunday in one of its most politically charged elections in recent memory. Traditionally known for predictable and calm campaigns, this year’s race is defined by fierce debates over immigration, a struggling economy, and a surging far-right party drawing unusual backing from figures in the Trump administration. The world’s third-largest economy is at a crossroads. Recent street attacks — including one at Berlin’s Holocaust memorial on Friday — have intensified national discussions on immigration and security. At the same time, sluggish economic growth, energy insecurity, and shifting alliances are pushing voters to reconsider…
Hamas has put forward a proposal to release all remaining captives in the Gaza Strip “in one go” in return for a permanent ceasefire and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from the besieged enclave. The statement, issued on Wednesday by Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem, outlines the group’s vision for the second phase of the ongoing ceasefire agreement. The proposal follows months of intense negotiations, mediated by regional and international actors, to end the devastating conflict that has left tens of thousands dead and Gaza’s infrastructure in ruins. Read More: AP Files Lawsuit Against Trump Officials for Limiting Press Access…
Washington, D.C. – The Associated Press (AP) has filed a lawsuit against three senior Trump administration officials, alleging violations of the First Amendment after the White House barred its journalists from key events. The dispute centers on AP’s refusal to adopt President Donald Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The lawsuit, lodged in a federal court in Washington, D.C., claims the restrictions are unconstitutional and represent an attempt by the government to control the language used by the press. The case names Susan Wiles (White House Chief of Staff), Taylor Budowich (Deputy Chief…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a formal misconduct complaint against U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes, alleging bias and inappropriate conduct during court proceedings in a high-profile case challenging the Trump administration’s military transgender ban. The written complaint, addressed to Chief Judge Sri Srinivasan of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, was signed by Chad Mizelle, chief of staff to Attorney General Pam Bondi. It centers on Judge Reyes’ handling of Nicolas Talbott v. Donald J. Trump—a lawsuit brought by two LGBTQ advocacy groups opposing executive orders that barred transgender individuals from…
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s attempt to remove Hampton Dellinger, the head of the Office of Special Counsel (OSC), allowing him to remain in his role at least until February 26. The decision delivers a short-term win for Dellinger, who was appointed by President Joe Biden in 2024 for a five-year term but faced abrupt dismissal soon after Trump’s return to the White House. In a brief, unsigned order issued Friday, the conservative-leaning court declined to grant Trump’s emergency appeal. The move preserves a lower court’s temporary restraining order (TRO) that paused Dellinger’s removal, giving…
Los Angeles, CA — California Governor Gavin Newsom has submitted a formal request to the U.S. federal government for $40 billion (£31.6b) in disaster relief funding to help rebuild communities destroyed by the January wildfires that swept across the Los Angeles region. The fires, which began on January 7, burned more than 37,000 acres, claimed at least 26 lives, and forced around 150,000 residents to flee their homes. In a letter to congressional leaders on Friday, Newsom outlined the scale of destruction and the urgent need for both immediate and long-term recovery measures. He emphasized that the requested funds would…
President Donald Trump has ignited a historic shakeup at the Pentagon by removing several of the nation’s top military leaders. The late-night decision included the firing of Gen. C.Q. Brown, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and plans to replace Navy Chief Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Air Force Vice Chief Gen. James Slife. Trump nominated retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine to succeed Brown — a move that breaks with long-standing tradition. This unprecedented overhaul erases decades of experience from the military’s top ranks and raises questions about the future of U.S. defense leadership. The impact could…