December 2021

Uganda Sends Ground Troops into the Democratic Republic of Congo

KAMPALA — Uganda’s military has confirmed sending troops into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) against Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels. Uganda blames the ADF for a series of bombings in the country. But analysts say inviting the Ugandan arm…

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US Jobless Benefit Claims Remain at Low Level

WASHINGTON — First-time claims for U.S. unemployment compensation remained at a low level last week as employers retained their workers and searched for more as the United States continues its economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.The Labor D…

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Suspect Arrested in Death of Philanthropist Jacqueline Avant

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA — A 29-year-old man has been arrested in the death of philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, who was fatally shot this week at the Beverly Hills home she shared with her husband, legendary music executive Clarence Avant, police said…

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Ireland’s Senate passes resolution backing Taiwan

Ireland’s Senate on Wednesday unanimously passed a resolution seeking to enhance Dublin’s relations with Taipei while also objecting to Beijing’s attempts to take over Taiwan by force.The resolution called on the Irish government to speak out against o…

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ITA Airways Firms Up Order for 28 Airbus Aircraft

Improved environmental performance, state-of-the-art aircraft technology, up to 25% less fuel consumption and CO2 emissions – @Airbus #A220 #A320neo #A330neo ITA Airways, Italy’s new national carrier, has firmed up an order with Airbus for 28 aircraft ROME, Dec. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ITA Airways, Italy’s new national carrier, has

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