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Michael Cohen poses a formidable challenge as a key witness in the hush money trial involving Donald Trump. Michael Cohen, previously known for his pledge to protect Donald Trump at any cost, has now become a crucial asset for prosecutors in Trump’s hush money trial. While Cohen is anticipated to provide jurors with an insider's perspective on the core dealings central to the prosecution's case, his role as a star witness is fraught with challenges.   His complicated relationship with Trump, serving as his personal attorney until becoming entangled in federal investigations, resulted in Cohen's conviction and imprisonment, though Trump remained unscathed. Scheduled to testify on Monday, Cohen can present himself to the jury as someone who has faced the consequences of his own w...

The re-criminalization of cannabis in Thailand poses the threat of street demonstrations and legal actions from within the industry. Thailand's recent move to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic has ignited concerns over potential ramifications, including the likelihood of street protests and the initiation of class-action lawsuits by the proprietors of numerous dispensaries that proliferated across the nation following the decriminalization of cannabis two years ago. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's announcement on Wednesday, mandating a complete re-criminalization of cannabis, has stirred apprehensions about the future of the cannabis industry. Rattapon Sanrak, owner of the well-known Bangkok-based dispensary, Highland Cafe, has voiced concerns about the potential consequences of this ...

Navigating the BRICS Wave: China's Economic Surge and the Global Landscape   Introduction: In the swirling currents of global geopolitics and economics, one alliance stands out for its potential to reshape the world order: BRICS. Over the past several years, the landscape has been ever-changing, driven in large part by the rising prominence of the BRICS economic alliance. At the heart of this alliance lies China, whose economic prowess has propelled not only its own growth but also that of the entire bloc. In this article, we delve into the dynamics of China's economic surge, its implications for the BRICS bloc, and the broader global implications.   The Rise of BRICS: The BRICS alliance, consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, emerged as a counterba...

Elon Musk faces continued challenges as nearly 800 protesters rally against the expansion of Tesla's Gigafactory in Germany.   In Grueneheide, Germany, a stirring demonstration unfolded as hundreds of individuals rallied against Tesla, led by concerns over what they deemed illegal construction practices and the environmental toll of lithium mining. The protest, comprising approximately 800 participants, saw individuals camping outside Tesla's Gigafactory plant, fervently seeking to stymie its expansion plans and condemn the perceived ecological repercussions looming in its wake. For Elon Musk, the founder and figurehead of Tesla, the spectacle served as yet another episode in what seemed to be an enduring saga of challenges for his electric vehicle empire. The protest, char...

US consumer sentiment plunges to lowest in six months due to inflation and unemployment concerns. The state of US consumer sentiment in May experienced a significant downturn, marking its lowest level in six months. This decline is attributed to a combination of factors, including concerns over persistently high inflation rates, the prospect of increasing interest rates, and apprehensions regarding potential rises in unemployment. The preliminary findings of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index for May revealed a notable drop to 67.4 from April's reading of 77.2. Despite this decline, the current sentiment remains approximately 14% higher compared to the same period last year. This downward trend in consumer sentiment has been a recurring pattern since the onset of th...