Politics

President Trump slurs in Jerusalem speech: God blesh the United Shtatesh

President Donald Trump appeared to have slurred his words while giving his historic speech on Wednesday (6 December) to announce that the US would recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

Dec 7, 2017

Lubaina Himid makes history with Turner award win

Lubaina Himid is the oldest artist to win the the prestigious Turner prize in the first year the competition was open to over 50s. She is also the first woman of color to pick up the art award with her creation that tackled both colonialism and racism.

Dec 6, 2017

Palestinians burn US and Israeli flags after Jerusalem announcement

A Palestinian protest followed the announcement that Trump will declare Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. The protesters are seen burning American and Israeli flags as well as cheering for Jerusalem.

Dec 6, 2017

Human pilot beats AI drone in race

NASA decided to pit an AI-piloted drone against professional drone racer Ken Loo. The autonomous drone was equipped with cameras to map outIts surrounding.

Dec 6, 2017

Trumps controversial Jerusalem move explained

President Trumps potential recognition of Jerusalem as Israels official capital has raised controversy with several Muslim groups and nations.

Dec 6, 2017

Political crisis in Honduras following presidential election

A week after the November 26 election, Honduras still has no officially declared a winner. Since then, protests have erupted in the country after widespread allegations of voter fraud in the presidential election.

Dec 5, 2017

US Supreme Court allows President Trumps travel ban to take full effect

The US Supreme Court ruled in favor of President Trumps third iteration of his immigration ban on 4 December. It will apply to travelers from six Muslim-majority countries: Chad, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria and Yemen.

Dec 5, 2017