Author: Lester Holt

Lester Holt is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 25 years of experience reporting on Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He earned his degree in Journalism from California State University, Sacramento. Throughout his career, he has contributed to outlets such as NBC News, MSNBC, and The New York Times. Known for his clear reporting and insightful storytelling, Lester delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on national and global developments.

Court steps in after lawyers warn of unlawful removals A federal judge in Washington, D.C., on Sunday blocked the Trump administration from deporting Guatemalan minors, granting an emergency order after attorneys argued that the government was rushing to place the children on flights out of the country. Ten minors named in suit, ruling extends to all in custody The petition was filed on behalf of 10 children between 10 and 17 years old, who, according to their lawyers, were just hours away from being flown to Guatemala late Saturday. Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan halted their removal for 14 days and…

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Washington, August 30, 2025 — Senator Bernie Sanders has demanded that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. step down from his role as U.S. health secretary, warning that his leadership poses a serious threat to public health. Sanders Criticizes Kennedy’s Policies In an op-ed for The New York Times, Sanders accused Kennedy of putting Americans at risk, stating that he must resign immediately. While referencing the administration’s slogan, “Make America Healthy Again,” Sanders argued that both President Trump and Kennedy have undermined scientific guidance and public health measures since taking office. Sanders cited the recent dismissal of CDC director Susan Monarez and…

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Tesla Struggles Amid Falling Demand Tesla’s performance in Europe weakened in July, with sales tumbling 40% compared with the same month in 2024. Figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) revealed that the company delivered 8,837 vehicles across the EU, the UK, and the European Free Trade Association, down from 14,769 a year earlier. Despite efforts to refresh its Model Y, the brand continues to lose momentum against its competitors. BYD Strengthens Market Presence Chinese automaker BYD posted strong growth, with registrations soaring to 13,503 last month—over three times higher than the 4,151 recorded in July 2024. This expansion…

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Planes to Arrive Ahead of Schedule The U.S. aerospace giant will provide 25 aircraft to the Irish budget airline months earlier than anticipated. Deliveries of the 737 MAX, initially slated for next spring, have been moved up to October, Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary confirmed on Wednesday. He praised Boeing’s performance, highlighting the “excellent quality” of the aircraft, and voiced confidence that American regulators would authorize the planes without delay. Struggles for the Manufacturer Boeing has long been under scrutiny for safety lapses and production flaws. Multiple 737 MAX crashes linked to technical faults cast a shadow over the company’s…

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Heavy Tariffs Threaten Indian Trade The United States has introduced 50% tariffs on Indian goods, a measure expected to hit exports of clothing, jewelry, seafood, and other products. The steep duties are seen as a major setback for India’s export-driven industries and could strain trade relations between New Delhi and Washington. Call for Homegrown Production and Pride Prime Minister Narendra Modi has responded with an appeal for greater reliance on domestic products. Speaking during Independence Day celebrations, he urged citizens and small business owners to showcase “Made in India” goods, stressing that self-reliance should come from national pride rather than…

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Plans for Another North Korea SummitDonald Trump indicated his interest in meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong-un once more, potentially before the end of the year. During a White House discussion with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump praised his previous interactions with Kim, claiming a close understanding of the leader. He expressed optimism about resuming discussions, even though earlier summits did not yield an agreement on North Korea’s nuclear arsenal. Proposal to Acquire U.S. Base LandsTrump suggested that the United States might take full ownership of the land hosting American military installations in South Korea. He noted the…

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Three major opposition parties have announced they will vote against the government in the confidence vote scheduled for September 8. Paris – Prime Minister François Bayrou’s minority government could collapse next month. On Monday, three major opposition parties declared they would oppose the upcoming confidence vote. The position of the Socialists is particularly crucial, as their support largely determines Bayrou’s fate. Party leader Olivier Faure told Le Monde that supporting Bayrou was out of the question. He confirmed on TF1 that a yes vote was not possible. Previously, both the far-right National Rally and the Greens had already announced they…

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Attempt to save classmate in rough seas ends in multiple deaths near Alexandria Alexandria, Egypt – Seven young people died in the Mediterranean Sea after a rescue attempt turned fatal along the coast west of Alexandria. The incident occurred during an outing involving about 150 students. Despite a red flag prohibiting swimming, one student entered the water on Saturday and was quickly overwhelmed by high waves. Fellow students attempted to pull her to safety but were themselves swept away by strong currents. The Health Ministry confirmed that six victims, aged between 15 and 21, drowned in the effort. The following…

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Ottawa will remove some retaliatory duties but retain measures on vehicles, steel, and aluminium. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday that Canada will scale back parts of its trade response against the United States, confirming that a portion of the tariffs on American products will be lifted while crucial duties on cars, steel, and aluminium remain in place. The changes begin on September 1. Shift follows stalled trade deadline The move comes shortly after Carney’s first phone conversation with President Donald Trump since both countries failed to meet their target date for finalizing a new trade pact. Canada had previously…

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Administration Turns Attention to Key Cities President Donald Trump announced that his crime-control initiative will now expand to Chicago and New York, condemning Chicago as being in severe disorder and stating New York will follow. The effort continues a controversial federal campaign directed mainly at Democratic-led cities with Black mayors, fueling criticism from local officials. Troops in Washington to Be Armed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered that National Guard members stationed in Washington DC be issued weapons, reversing earlier plans to keep them unarmed. Around 2,000 troops are currently positioned throughout the capital, including units sent from Republican-led states. Military…

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