US Intelligence Agency releases annual threat assessment report 2023
The US intelligence agency, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, released its annual threat assessment report for 2023. The report identifies complex threats from countries such as China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran and describes the potential security environment the United States may face. Rising powers, particularly China, pose two critical strategic challenges to the US.
US: White House to ban TikTok amid national security risks
United States: The White House on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, stated that the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok is regarded as a potential national security risk. The statement came from the White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, who responded to whether the President of the US, Joe Biden, believes TikTok is a threat to national security.
US President Joe Biden nominates Indian origin Ajay Banga to lead World Bank
The President of the United States, Joe Biden, on Thursday, nominated Indian American Ajay Banga - the former Mastercard CEO, to lead the World Bank. Statement of Biden stated that Ajay is uniquely equipped to lead the World Bank at this essential historical moment.
Football legend Pele’s health worsens from cancer
United Kingdom: Edson Arantes do Nascimento, popularly known as Pele, the Brazilian football legend’s health has been getting worse as he continues to battle against cancer. As his family recently updated, Pele said goodbye to family members, friends and dear ones from the hospital bed as he is slowly losing his battle to cancer and his condition is worsening even further with every passing day, while he has been placed under elevated care.”
Uruguay to face Ghana after 12 years, bringing back some old bitter feelings
Luis Suarez, a striker for Uruguay, gave his thoughts on today's Uruguay vs Ghana game. The game rekindled some ancient, hurtful memories that still sting the entire African continent.
