World – Page 2

The ongoing negotiations between the United Auto Workers and General Motors have been contentious, making national headlines. After work stoppages, GM has offered added jobs, higher wages, and improved profits, all while utilizing new technologies. The UAW has pushed for fewer temporary workers and better job security. While no deal has been finalized, both sides have signaled that they are coming closer to a resolution.

Gabriel Whitaker 23/09/2023

Lachlan Murdoch is back at Fox News, and is expected to take over when his father Rupert Murdoch retires. He will be inheriting a powerful company, one that has been increasingly influenced by his father’s political views extended out to the network’s viewers as well as through payTV channels such as Fox Business. With this, there is big speculation as to where Lachlan will steer the network and if he will keep it as the “Republican-leaning” station it has been, or if it will move to a different direction.

Gabriel Whitaker 23/09/2023

The United Nations had a monumental and unfortunate week this week, as a multitude of developments and implications presented a bleak future for many countries. From an arms embargo going unenforced to a major failure of global safety nets in the context of the pandemic, world leaders sent an unwavering message of a lack of ability and/or will to effectively cooperate and ensure global wellbeing.

Penelope Kingsley 23/09/2023

A “prolonged and intensifying” wave of coronavirus infections has been causing authorities all across Europe to respond with increased vigilance and vigilance. Italian mayor Luigi Brugnaro announced a new nighttime curfew in Venice, while France has reimposed lockdown measures in several cities, and the UK government has declared a “national emergency”. Elsewhere, countries such as Ireland are tightening restrictions, noting that “Christmas will not be normal” this year. Europe is facing a daunting second wave of the virus and its swift response may be our best hope to stem its spread.

Noah Prescott 23/09/2023

India is embroiled in a diplomatic conflict with Canada following the recent killing of a Sikh militant leader who was actively campaigning for a separate Sikh homeland. The violent death of Jaspal Atwal has arisen after a new wave of demands from members of the Sikh diaspora for their own nation in India. While Atwal’s killing is seen as a setback to India-Canada relations, it has brought a long-standing issue to the forefront of public attention.

Ava Sinclair 23/09/2023

Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has sternly warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against insulting Polish people again, after Zelenskyy made remarks during a speech that injured Polish citizens’ feelings. Morawiecki claimed his country isn’t afraid to take legal action to protect its interests and respect of its citizens if necessary. The Ukrainian president has since apologised and acknowledged the need for a stronger bilateral relationship with Poland. Despite the tension, the two countries aim to ease relations while building mutual trust.

Penelope Kingsley 23/09/2023

U.S. President Joe Biden told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that his country is ready to provide long-range ATACMS missiles. This offer is seen as a sign of mutual support between the two countries after Biden’s cancellation of Trump’s sale of Javelin missiles. This shows a strong gesture to support Ukraine against Russia’s aggression and could lead to a strengthened alliance between the two nations.

Liam Harrington 23/09/2023

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a new government funding bill that would raise the minimum wage to $15/hr and extend unemployment benefits. The deal also includes additional spending on health care, education and infrastructure, and could be voted on as soon as tomorrow. If passed, the bill would provide significant economic relief to millions of Americans still struggling from the effects of the pandemic. Schumer has once again proven his ability to push for long overdue changes that will benefit the average American.

Noah Prescott 23/09/2023

Tensions between Russia and Ukraine have impacted the two countries since 2014. This includes Russia’s annexation of Crimea, ongoing military conflict in east Ukraine, and multiple violations of the Minsk II agreement. As of 2021, there has been an increase in ceasefire violations as well as Ukrainian military casualties. Thankfully, the conflict is still yet to be declared a full-on war.

Liam Harrington 23/09/2023

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is facing calls for his resignation following the corruption case against his longtime confidante and former top aide, Robert Menendez. Menendez was convicted of 14 counts of bribery and corruption on Wednesday, and many say Murphy’s close relationship to him is cause for concern when looking at corruption in government. Murphy himself and his staff deny any wrongdoing and have committed to fighting for Menendez’s innocence.

Noah Prescott 23/09/2023