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This week covers a striking mix of crisis and change—from fiery forests in the U.S. to military power plays, political protests, and rare conservation wins. Trump’s bold claims of military authority raise new constitutional questions, while Musk faces a clash of economic titans. Meanwhile, Uganda brings back rhinos, Ethiopia ignites Egypt’s backlash with its mega-dam, and France braces for unrest under a new prime minister. Here’s what’s making headlines.

France on Edge

France has entered a new era of uncertainty as a newly appointed prime minister takes office amid protests and street protests. Citizens are pushing back against labor reforms, rising costs of living, and what many see as elitist policymaking.

Though the PM signals willingness to listen, strikes and barricades suggest deeper fractures. For now, Paris—and perhaps the nation—stands at a crossroads between reform and resistance.

Read more like this: Things to know Before Moving to France

Protests in France highlight the tension between reform and public resistance
Protests in France highlight the tension between reform and public resistance. Photo courtesy of iStock/Adrian Hancu.

Presidential Power and the Pentagon

President Trump recently declared during a Cabinet meeting that he has “the right to do anything I want” with the military, drawing sharp criticism from constitutional experts and local leaders who say such claims ignore checks and balances. His administration’s deployment of troops in cities like Chicago and Los Angeles—sometimes against local wishes—has intensified debates about executive overreach and federalism.

The rhetoric escalates when viewed alongside his push to rename the Department of Defense the “Department of War,” reviving a phrase that harkens to unchecked power. Critics warn that conflating defense with offense—and civilian life with military strategy—risks eroding democratic norms.

Trump’s sweeping military claims revive debate about executive power in America.
Trump’s sweeping military claims revive debate about executive power in America. Photo courtesy of iStock/LPETTET.

Musk’s Crown Could Slip Soon

Elon Musk is dangerously close to losing his title as the world’s richest person, with his net worth sliding amid declining Tesla stock and mounting financial whispers. A sharp drop in share price—tied in part to global economic uncertainty—has trimmed billions off his personal fortune in recent weeks.

Meanwhile, tech watchers note that Musk’s exposure isn’t limited to markets; regulatory heat from social media scrutiny and AI ethics are also tightening. If conditions persist, the mantle of “richest on Earth” may slip—adding to the pressure on a CEO already navigating turbulence both online and in business.

Latest News: Elon Musk’s fortune fluctuates as markets and rivals test his empire
Elon Musk’s fortune fluctuates as markets and rivals test his empire. Photo courtesy of iStock/Victor Golmer.

Giant Trees Take the Flame

A grove of ancient giant sequoias in California’s Sierra National Forest has burned in a wave of wildfires, igniting ecological alarm. These trees, some centuries old, have survived past fires, but the scale of this blaze is raising concern.

Scientists warn that fires are intensifying due to climate shifts, outpacing the natural resilience of forests. The loss underscores the urgent climate threat to ecosystems long seen as permanent fixtures of wilderness.

Latest News: California’s giant sequoias face climate threats once thought unimaginable
California’s giant sequoias face climate threats once thought unimaginable. Photo courtesy of iStock/zrfphoto.

Dam Uproar

Ethiopia has inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam—Africa’s largest hydroelectric project—generating over 5,000 megawatts. For Nairobi, it’s a leap toward energy independence; for Cairo, it’s viewed as a regional threat to water security.

Egypt has stepped up diplomatic pressure, warning the Nile’s downstream flow is endangered. Meanwhile, Ethiopia frames the dam as a sovereign project and a shared regional asset—yet tensions remain, with legal and environmental stakes rising as the reservoir fills and debates deepen.

Ethiopia’s mega-dam reshapes the Nile’s future and stirs regional tensions
Ethiopia’s mega-dam reshapes the Nile’s future and stirs regional tensions. Photo courtesy of iStock/Getnet tesfamaria.

Rhinos Return to Uganda

After four decades, rhinos have once again set hoof in Uganda—this time at a private conservation ranch where nearly 50 now roam. Poaching had driven the species to local extinction in the 1980s, making the milestone both ecological and symbolic.

Conservationists say the move represents more than repopulation—it’s a testbed for local stewardship and tourism renewal. If successful, Uganda could offer a new model for how private-public habitat efforts can bring species back from the brink.

Read more like this: Last week’s Global News Roundup

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