November 15, 2025

U.S. Expands Caribbean Boat Strikes In Bid To Curb Drug Flows

November 15, 2025 11:39 pm

United States Military confirms its 20th strike on alleged drug-trafficking boats, raising fatalities to 80 as questions grow over targeting and identification.

The United States military has intensified its campaign against suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean, carrying out its 20th strike this week, a Defense Department official confirmed on Thursday November 13, 2025. The latest operation, which killed four people aboard an alleged smuggling boat, underscores Washington’s heightened effort to curb narcotics shipments moving toward US shores.

The strike brings the total death toll in the campaign to 80, a figure that has raised concerns among some analysts and …

US Flight Cuts Persist As Airports Face Ongoing Staffing Strain

November 15, 2025 10:59 pm

Air travel across major US hubs remains disrupted as the FAA restores operations gradually, leaving airlines and passengers bracing for further delays.

Air travel across the United States continues to face widespread disruption even as the federal government resumes normal operations. A 6% reduction in flights at 40 major airports remains in effect, and officials warn that full capacity will only return once safety standards are assured and more air traffic controllers are back on duty.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is taking a deliberately cautious approach as it works to rebuild staffing levels after …

Ronaldo Sent Off As Portugal Fall Behind In Dublin Qualifier

November 15, 2025 9:53 pm

Cristiano Ronaldo receives his first-ever Portugal red card as Ireland surge to a 2-0 lead in a tense World Cup qualifier in Dublin on Thursday night.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of steering Portugal to a crucial World Cup qualifying win collapsed dramatically on Thursday November 13, 2025, after he was sent off during a tense match against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin.

The incident unfolded just after the hour mark at the Aviva Stadium, with Portugal already pushing to recover from a two-goal deficit. Ireland’s Troy Parrott had stunned the visitors with a pair of well-taken goals, giving the home …

Nigeria’s 3 Dominates Africa’s Top 300 Banks, GTB Leads Again

November 15, 2025 9:25 pm

Guaranty Trust, Zenith, United Bank for Africa (UBA) top Africa’s 2025 finance ranking, reflecting Nigeria’s strong banking growth and investor confidence.

Nigeria has reinforced its position as a powerhouse in Africa’s banking sector, with Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB), Zenith Bank, and United Bank for Africa (UBA) among the top five institutions on The Africa Report’s 2025 ranking of the Top 300 Finance Champions.

The ranking evaluates Africa’s largest banking groups based on profitability, solvency, liquidity, credit quality, and total assets. GTB retained the top spot for the second consecutive year, followed by Zenith Bank at third and UBA at fifth.

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U.S. Military Buildup In Venezuela Intensifies Amid Backlash

November 15, 2025 7:49 am

The United States military has confirmed that four people were killed in an air strike on a boat in international waters, marking the 20th reported attack on vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific this year. The operation comes as the Trump administration weighs potential military actions in Venezuela and significantly expands its presence in the region.

US Southern Command said Friday on X that the strike, carried out Monday, was authorized by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The statement described the targeted vessel as “trafficking narcotics” but did not provide evidence to support the claim.

The strike coincides with a rapid …

China Climate Leadership Rises As U.S. Skips COP30

November 15, 2025 7:10 am

For the first time in three decades, the United States is absent from the U.N.’s annual climate summit, and China is rapidly filling the void. From commanding the most prominent pavilion at COP30 to deploying a robust diplomatic and corporate presence, Beijing has stepped into a leadership role once associated with Washington.

China’s influence is visible across the sprawling conference grounds in Belem, where executives from its largest clean-energy firms address packed audiences in English and diplomats work behind the scenes to keep negotiations on track.

“Water flows to where there is space, and diplomacy often does the same,” said …

Japan China Travel Warning Sparks New Tensions Over Taiwan

November 15, 2025 6:33 am

Japan called on China to take “appropriate measures” on Saturday after Beijing warned Chinese citizens against traveling to Japan, the latest escalation in a diplomatic clash sparked by comments from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said Tokyo had “conveyed the message to China and strongly asked it to take appropriate actions,” according to Japanese media. He did not specify what measures Japan expected China to take.

The dispute marks a new flashpoint in already strained Sino-Japanese relations, showing growing regional unease over Taiwan’s security and China’s expanding military activities.

China’s travel advisory, released Friday, …