The Trump administration has proposed new rules that would require certain foreign visitors to the United States to provide their social media histories from the past five years as part of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) application process. The measure is aimed at strengthening security and providing U.S. authorities with more comprehensive information

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The Trump administration has proposed a new policy requiring foreign tourists entering the United States without a visa to disclose their social media histories from the past five years. The measure aims to tighten security and provide U.S. authorities with more detailed information on incoming visitors. Who Will Be Affected The proposal, published in the

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The historic Red Sea port city of Aden, Yemen, is facing an unprecedented humanitarian and infrastructure crisis as hundreds of thousands of displaced people and migrants arrive seeking safety and work. Once known for its bustling harbors and vibrant culture, Aden is now overwhelmed by power shortages, water scarcity, and stretched public services. Surge of

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South Korea’s Oceans Minister, Chun Jae-soo, resigned on Thursday following allegations that he received illegal funds from the Unification Church, a controversial religious organization often linked to political influence and corruption scandals. The resignation underscores ongoing concerns about the church’s ties to South Korean politics and high-ranking officials. Allegations Against Chun Jae-soo Chun Jae-soo has

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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado emerged publicly for the first time in 11 months early Thursday morning in Oslo, Norway, waving to supporters from a hotel balcony hours after her daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on her behalf. Machado had been in hiding since January 9, 2025, after a brief detention during a

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Austrian lawmakers are set to vote on a new law banning headscarves for girls under 14 in schools, a measure that has sparked intense debate over religious freedom, children’s rights, and discrimination. Rights groups, legal experts, and Muslim organizations warn that the proposal could marginalize young girls and deepen social divisions. Background of the Proposed

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The Philippines is piloting a groundbreaking carbon credit system known as transition credits, aimed at accelerating the shift from coal-fired power plants to renewable energy. The program is designed to generate funding for replacing fossil fuel infrastructure with clean energy equipment, offering a potential blueprint for the Asia-Pacific region’s energy transition. What Are Transition Credits?

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The United States has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker in a dramatic escalation of tensions with President Nicolás Maduro, U.S. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday. The move highlights Washington’s increasing pressure on the Maduro government, which it has long accused of narcoterrorism and illicit activities involving Venezuela’s oil sector. Details of the Oil Tanker Seizure

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The United States has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker, sending a “strong signal” to President Nicolás Maduro amid growing tensions in the region, according to Rick Crawford, chair of the House and Select Committee on Intelligence. The seizure follows a series of U.S. strikes targeting reported drug cartel vessels off the Venezuelan coast. U.S. Political

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Australia has taken a world-first step to protect children online by implementing a law banning social media accounts for users under 16. The new legislation, which took effect on Wednesday, requires major platforms to report how many underage accounts have been deactivated, signaling a major shift in global internet regulation. Social Media Platforms Affected by

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