Politics

With the official announcement by the National Electoral Council (CNE), Honduras begins an electoral process that will culminate in November 2025, amid a deeply polarized political and social climate. The general elections, in which the president, deputies, and local authorities will be elected, represent more than a periodic democratic exercise: they are shaping up to be a crucial moment for the country's institutional future. The tensions that have built up around the model of government, the divisions within the opposition, and the growing distrust of institutions have made this election a crossroads for Honduran democracy.Political, business, and civil society organizations…

A recent survey has stirred the Honduran political landscape by revealing significant public backing for Salvador Nasralla. The findings, gathered by a US company, whose specifics are undisclosed, suggest that the former presidential contender leads in voter preference ahead of the 2025 elections. This information has sparked renewed discussions about the potential for a broad opposition coalition to impede the governing party's advancement.The data disclosed by local media indicates that Nasralla not only is ahead in the surveys but also significantly separates himself from other conventional parties, both from the governing faction and the opposition. This stance bolsters his image…

In a thought-provoking exchange, Bret Stephens and Gail Collins delve into the impact of Donald Trump's return to office, triggering a discussion on the diverse emotional responses and challenges faced by Americans in 2025. Stephens initiates the conversation by highlighting the lingering sense of time distortion, equating Trump's one-week tenure to what feels like a decade. He presents three emotional states for consideration: outrage and readiness for battle, disorientation and listlessness, or a fervent desire to delve into literature. Collins, in response, shares her coping mechanism, revealing a struggle to reconcile with the current political reality post-election. She humorously narrates…

South Korea’s embattled president, Yoon Suk Yeol, now faces an arrest warrant issued by a Seoul court on Tuesday, marking the first time in the country’s history that a sitting president has been subject to such legal action. Yoon, who plunged the nation into turmoil with his surprise declaration of martial law on December 3, has been stripped of his presidential powers following his impeachment earlier this month. The Seoul Western District Court approved the warrant on allegations of abuse of authority and orchestrating a rebellion, charges that carry severe penalties, including life imprisonment or even the death penalty. The…

Foreign workers seeking employment in the U.S. experienced unprecedented success in securing H-1B visas during the 2024 fiscal year, with over 97% of applications gaining approval, according to the National Foundation for American Policy. This near-perfect approval rate marks the second-highest level in over a decade. However, immigration advocates warn that this trend may face significant changes if President-elect Donald Trump reinstates restrictive visa policies from his previous administration. Such a shift could profoundly impact U.S. businesses and institutions that heavily depend on skilled foreign workers, particularly those from India. Sharvari Dalal-Dheini, senior director of government relations for the American…

A recent survey reveals that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) are significantly more likely than the general American population to view legal immigration as a valuable asset to the United States economy and workforce. However, their stance on illegal immigration aligns more closely with the broader public, highlighting a nuanced perspective within this growing demographic group. The poll, conducted jointly by AAPI Data and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, found that around 8 in 10 AAPI adults believe legal immigration provides substantial benefits to the country’s economic growth. By comparison, only 4 in 10…

Donald Trump, the U.S. Republican presidential candidate, is planning a significant appearance alongside Polish President Andrzej Duda in Pennsylvania, a crucial swing state for the upcoming election. While the details of this joint appearance are still being finalized, this event could mark an unusual moment where a foreign leader joins a U.S. presidential candidate on the campaign trail. Sources familiar with the plans have indicated that both leaders could appear together this Sunday, though the appearance is still subject to confirmation. Duda, who is nearing the end of his term as Polish president in 2025, has long been a strong…

In a recent interview with Sky News Arabia, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed the comment made by President Vladimir Putin about Russia’s supposed support for U.S. Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. Putin had earlier sparked controversy when he jokingly remarked that Russia favored Harris due to her “infectious” laugh, suggesting that this trait made her more appealing than Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump. Lavrov clarified the situation, stating that Putin’s remarks were made in jest, underscoring that the Russian leader often uses humor in his public statements and interviews. “It was a joke,”…