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‎U.S. President Donald Trump has instructed the Defense Department to prepare for possible military intervention in Nigeria after accusing the country of permitting violence against Christians—a claim Nigerian officials firmly reject. ‎ ‎Trump made the announcement on his social media platform, alleging what he called a “mass slaughter” of Christians in Nigeria. He said the United States would “immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria” and warned the government to act quickly to stop the attacks. ‎ Donald Trump directs the Pentagon to prepare for potential military action in Nigeria amid claims of Christian persecution, which Nigeria denies. ‎Samuel Corum/Getty Images ‎ ‎In a follow-up message, Trump stated that the U.S. “may very well go into that now disgraced country, ‘guns-a-blazing,’ to completely wipe out the Islamic Terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities.” He added that he had instructed the Department of War to prepare for potential action...

‎Student loan borrowers seeking debt relief through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program could face new obstacles due to a rule issued under the Trump administration. The change, which modifies eligibility standards for participating organizations, affects many workers pursuing forgiveness after a decade of public service. ‎ ‎A new Trump administration rule restricts Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, impacting nonprofits and public service workers. ‎Tom Brenner/The Washington Post ‎ ‎The PSLF program, launched in 2007 under President George W. Bush, allows qualifying borrowers employed in public service or nonprofit sectors to have their remaining federal student loan balances forgiven after ten years of eligible payments. The initiative was created to attract professionals to critical fields such as education, healthcare, and social work. ‎ ‎Under an executive order signed in March, certain organizations are now excluded from the program. The order...

‎Sean “Diddy” Combs has been officially transferred to the low-security Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix in New Jersey, according to a source cited by Rolling Stone. The move follows a federal court’s sentencing of the music mogul to 50 months in prison after his conviction on two counts of transporting individuals across state lines for commercial sex. The Federal Bureau of Prisons lists his projected release date as May 8, 2028. ‎ Sean “Diddy” Combs begins his 50-month federal prison term at FCI Fort Dix, with a projected release date of May 8, 2028. ‎Elizabeth Williams/AP ‎ ‎Combs’ attorney, Teny Geragos, had previously requested that U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian recommend placement at FCI Fort Dix. In an October 6 filing, Geragos argued that the facility’s programs would allow Combs to participate in drug rehabilitation initiatives and maintain consistent family visitation opportunities. The prison’s location, roughly 80 miles from Manhattan, also allow...

‎The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point, marking the second rate reduction this year as the U.S. central bank works to stimulate economic activity and strengthen a slowing labor market. The decision highlights the Fed’s ongoing challenge of balancing rising inflation with signs of weakening employment growth. ‎ ‎The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates for the second time this year to support a slowing U.S. economy as inflation and job concerns persist. ‎Kent Nishimura/Getty Images ‎ ‎At a press conference following the announcement, Fed Chair Jerome Powell likened the economy to “driving in the fog,” explaining that policymakers are proceeding cautiously amid uncertainty. The cut is intended to lower borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, potentially reducing rates on credit cards and auto loans. ‎ ‎The Fed’s accompanying statement noted that economic growth continues, but job gains have slowed and inflation remai...

‎The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has postponed its vote on whether to ban Israel from next year’s Eurovision Song Contest. The organization announced that the decision will be deferred until its winter general assembly on December 4 to allow for in-person discussion following “recent developments in the Middle East.” ‎ EBU delays Eurovision vote on Israel’s participation as Gaza ceasefire and global cultural boycotts reshape the conversation. ‎Evelyn Hockstein/POOL/AFP via Getty Images ‎ ‎The delay coincides with progress in the fragile Gaza ceasefire, under which Israel and Hamas began releasing hostages and detainees this week. The partial truce has renewed international focus on cultural boycotts and questions about how creative industries respond to conflict. ‎ ‎The Eurovision postponement follows rising scrutiny of cultural and media organizations supporting boycotts of Israeli institutions. The advocacy group U.K. Lawyers for Israel recently warned that particip...

‎Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday removed Navy Chief of Staff Jon Harrison, a top aide known for wielding rare influence in the service’s internal operations. The decision comes shortly after the Senate confirmation of Navy Undersecretary Hung Cao. ‎ ‎Navy Chief of Staff Jon Harrison was dismissed by Defense Secretary Hegseth following Hung Cao's confirmation and a shake-up in Pentagon leadership. ‎Andrew Harnik ‎ ‎A Pentagon spokesperson confirmed Harrison’s dismissal, stating, “He will no longer serve as Chief of Staff to the Secretary of the Navy. We are grateful for his service to the Department.” Harrison did not offer any public comment regarding the decision. ‎ ‎The role of chief of staff to the Navy secretary has traditionally operated behind the scenes, typically focused on managing logistics and administrative coordination. Since joining the Navy Department in January, Harrison had taken on an unusually prominent role in shaping policy and organization...