In a surprise move, the US Defence Department announced that Indo-Pacific Command – the Hawaii-based headquarters responsible for American forces across the Pacific and eastern Indian Ocean – would revert to its original name: Pacific Command, or PACOM. Officially, the explanation was institutional memory. The Pentagon said the restoration of the USPACOM designation honoured the […]
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US to revoke passports of child support defaulters owing over $2,500
The United States (US) government has announced stricter enforcement of a long-standing law allowing the cancellation or denial of passports for individuals who fail to pay child support, particularly those owing more than $2,500. The move is expected to affect thousands of parents across the country and has reignited debate over financial responsibility and personal […]
Trump takes center stage with global CEOs in Davos
US President Donald Trump is set to meet global business leaders in Davos on Wednesday, as his policies dominate the World Economic Forum. CEOs from financial services, consulting, and crypto sectors have been invited to a reception following Trump’s special address, highlighting his growing influence over the event. The White House confirmed that several top […]
US aims to control Venezuelan oil sales to influence country’s economy
WASHINGTON: Top US officials said on Wednesday that Washington plans to control Venezuela’s oil sales and revenues indefinitely to stabilise the country’s economy, rebuild its oil sector, and ensure its actions align with US interests. The comments come after US forces abducted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a raid on Caracas, highlighting oil’s central role […]