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Ketanji Brown Jackson becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court

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Ketanji Brown Jackson has been confirmed as the next US Supreme Court Justice, becoming the first Black woman in history to hold the position.

Applause broke out on the Senate floor as Vice President Kamala Harris announced the ayes had it.

This is an historic day for the United States and follows President Joe Biden’s election promise to nominate a Black woman, seeking to further diversify the federal judiciary.

In a vote of 53 to 47, three Republicans joined the Democrats to confirm the nomination… with the whole process remaining severely partisan.

Jackson will take the position of 83-year-old Justice Breyer, with Breyer stepping down at the end of the current term around June.

However, despite Jackson’s expected liberal standpoint, the court will remain conservative… with a 6 to 3 majority.

The US Supreme Court holds a significant amount of power and influence over the nation, shaping American policy on issues including abortion, guns, voting laws and LGBTQ rights.

There have been 115 Supreme Court Justices since its establishment in 17-89, and during that time, all but three judges been white.

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Over 330,000 displaced as Middle East tensions escalate

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The Middle East is facing a growing humanitarian crisis as renewed conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran sends shockwaves across the region. Families are fleeing cities, villages, and towns, leaving behind homes and livelihoods in search of safety amid rising violence. The UN refugee agency reports that thousands of people are on the move daily, particularly from Tehran and other affected areas in Iran.

In Lebanon, the humanitarian toll is mounting. Over 84,000 people are now sheltering in nearly 400 collective sites, while more than 30,000 have crossed into Syria since the escalation began. Evacuation orders affecting over 50 villages triggered a wave of displacement from southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and Beirut’s southern suburbs, adding to tens of thousands still displaced from the 2024 conflict. Many are attempting to flee on foot with few belongings, seeking safety in neighbouring areas.

The situation is raising fears of a wider refugee crisis. European authorities warn that displacement of just 10 percent of Iran’s population could rival the largest refugee flows of recent decades. Turkey has prepared facilities for up to 90,000 potential arrivals, while the UNHCR says it requires $454 million in 2026 to support displaced populations across Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan, and Central Asia—but has received only 15 percent so far.

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Trump weighs U.S. role in Iran as Middle East conflict escalates

Trump consults advisers on U.S. strategy post-Iran conflict as regional tensions escalate amid military actions.

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Trump consults advisers on U.S. strategy post-Iran conflict as regional tensions escalate amid military actions.


President Trump is consulting with top advisers on how the U.S. should respond once the conflict in Iran subsides. Decisions on military, diplomatic, and regional strategies are reportedly being finalised amid the ongoing conflict.

Meanwhile, Iran has targeted multiple regional sites while Israel intercepted a jet fighter over Tehran, signalling a dangerously volatile situation. International concern grows as conflicts risk wider escalation.

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U.S. submarine sinks Iranian warship near Sri Lanka

U.S. video of Iranian warship sinking escalates tensions, confirms submarine responsible near Sri Lanka, sparks geopolitical concerns.

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U.S. video of Iranian warship sinking escalates tensions, confirms submarine responsible near Sri Lanka, sparks geopolitical concerns.


A dramatic video showing the sinking of an Iranian warship has been released by the United States, escalating tensions in an already volatile region. While the exact date and full details of the footage remain unverified, the images have quickly gone viral across global platforms.

U.S. Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that a U.S. submarine was responsible for sinking the Iranian vessel off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. The development marks a significant flashpoint in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific.

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister identified the ship as the IRIS Dena, raising fresh geopolitical questions about Tehran’s naval movements and Washington’s strategic response.

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