Author: Herman Copeland

US presidential candidate Donald Trump’s latest attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has reignited questions about central bank independence. But the drama in Washington also sparks a curious comparison: how easy would it be for India’s government to oust the RBI Governor? In a politically charged statement, Trump said Powell’s “termination cannot come fast enough,” citing dissatisfaction over the Fed’s refusal to cut interest rates. The remark spooked markets,…

America is no longer retreating from global leadership. It’s sprinting in the opposite direction. Just 100 days into his second term, Donald Trump is dismantling decades of foreign policy architecture—and allies are watching in disbelief. President Trump’s shift from rhetorical shock to administrative action is no longer a matter of concern. It’s now a geopolitical fact. The cuts are deep, the pullbacks abrupt, and the message is loud: the U.S.…

In a fiery exchange, the BJP has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of undermining India’s democratic values during his recent visit to the U.S., calling him a “traitor” for criticizing India’s Election Commission from foreign soil. The war of words between the two political parties took a dramatic turn as Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan hit back at Gandhi for his remarks, labeling him as a figure who has long benefitted…

A quiet end for the people’s pope, whose decade-long papacy redefined the Church’s global tone Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Catholic Church, died Sunday night after suffering a stroke and subsequent cardiocirculatory collapse, the Vatican confirmed. He was 88. It marks the end of a papacy that spanned 12 turbulent years—years that saw shifting cultural tides, deep internal divisions, and the pope’s relentless focus on humility, service, and…

DHL has announced it will suspend shipments of goods worth over $800 to U.S. consumers, a move that could impact both retailers and customers alike. The decision, which comes amidst mounting logistical challenges, could redefine the way businesses engage in cross-border trade with the U.S. The Suspension Explained In a significant shift, DHL has confirmed that it will halt the shipment of international parcels exceeding $800 in value to U.S.…

A mysterious respiratory illness is rapidly spreading among dogs in Georgia, and veterinarians are struggling to get a grip on its cause. With symptoms including a persistent whooping cough and low energy, the illness is proving difficult to treat and track, leaving both pet owners and professionals in a state of uncertainty. Unidentified Illness Spreads Across Georgia Over the past few months, veterinarians throughout Georgia have been reporting a sharp…

A big financial nod from the Asian Development Bank could reshape how Georgia stores and secures electricity, as the country takes a huge step toward future-proofing its energy. ADB has greenlit a $104 million loan to help Georgia build its very first energy storage facility — a strategic move that’s expected to strengthen grid reliability, cut foreign dependence, and unlock more renewable energy down the line. A Strategic Boost to…

A 21-year-old from Maharashtra is taking on the U.S. government over what he calls a life-altering decision made without warning. Chinmay Deore had one goal when he moved to Detroit in 2021: to become a computer scientist. Now, that dream hangs in the balance as the Wayne State University undergrad has found himself in the middle of a federal immigration battle that’s threatening to deport him. He’s not alone. Deore…