Politics & Governance
PM Andy Burnham announces autumn summit with Welsh, Scottish, and Northern Irish leaders to coordinate economic strategy and job creation across the UK.
German politician resigns over surrogacy hypocrisy
Jens Spahn, a powerful German CDU politician, resigned as parliamentary group leader after facing accusations of hypocrisy for using a surrogate mother abroad…
HighKirk condemns 'dehumanization epidemic' after Kimmel joke, WHCA shooting
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, condemned what she calls an 'epidemic of dehumanization' in media and society, specifically criticizing Jimmy Kimmel's jo…
HighPunjab Governor briefs Union Minister on flood damage across five districts
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria submitted a detailed flood report to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, covering five districts with extensi…
HighPratt Concedes LA Mayor Race, Vows 'War' Against Advancing Rivals
Reality TV personality Spencer Pratt conceded the Los Angeles mayoral race but released an aggressive video threatening advancing candidates Bass and Raman, si…
HighRussia's Kremlin party dominates tightly controlled parliamentary vote
Russia's main pro-Kremlin party is dominating early results in a tightly controlled parliamentary vote, continuing the ruling party's electoral dominance.
HighTrump Claims Deal With Canada as Tariff Talks Continue
Trump claims a U.S.-Canada trade deal is effectively done, while Canadian officials report ongoing progress toward a Saturday deadline resolution on tariffs.
HighTrump's Support Gives Erdogan Leverage at NATO Summit in Ankara
Trump's alignment with Turkish President Erdogan is giving Turkey increased leverage within NATO ahead of a summit in Ankara, potentially testing alliance unit…
HighDelaware holds final primary before midterms as nation's last nominating contest
Delaware voters cast ballots in the nation's last primary election before the midterm elections, with CBS News elections director providing analysis of the res…
HighZambia cancels world's largest human rights tech summit days before start
Zambia's government cancelled RightsCon 2026, the world's largest human rights and technology conference, days before it was due to start in Lusaka, citing mis…
HighIndian shares rise on US-Iran deal optimism, oil prices ease
Indian stock indices opened higher on Thursday as oil prices fell sharply amid signs of a potential US-Iran deal to resolve Middle East tensions, boosting inve…
HighFederal Judge Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration's policy imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, ruling the measure unla…
HighXi's North Korea Visit Signals Beijing's Bid to Contain Emboldened Kim Jong Un
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea to monitor an emboldened Kim Jong Un who has shifted strategy from U.S. engagement to confrontation, while Bei…
HighWest Bengal vote counting begins May 4; TMC-BJP battle for 293 seats
West Bengal Assembly election vote counting begins May 4 across 293 seats with tight security. Results will determine if ruling TMC retains power or BJP makes…
HighCIA releases 71 declassified 9/11 documents showing pre-attack warnings to presidents
The CIA released 71 declassified intelligence reports from before 9/11, revealing what the spy agency told presidents about al Qaeda and bin Laden's plans to s…
HighTrump administration orders reduction in US vaccine schedule, seeks to split MMR shot
Trump administration has issued an order reducing the US vaccine schedule and seeking to split the MMR vaccine into separate shots, marking a significant shift…
HighTrump backs Giants QB Dart after political event appearance sparks locker room debate
President Trump publicly supported Giants QB Jaxson Dart on Truth Social after the player introduced him at an event, drawing criticism from teammate Abdul Car…
HighBiden diz que só disputará reeleição em 2024 se Trump concorrer
Biden declara que só disputará reeleição em 2024 se Trump concorrer, afirmando não poder deixar republicano retornar ao poder. Ambos ainda precisam vencer prim…
HighSpain reconsiders windfall tax on energy firms as benefits shrink
Spain's government is reconsidering its extraordinary tax on energy companies, questioning whether exceptional profits still exist. Minister Ribera emphasizes…
HighEngland's tourist tax plans set for Thursday unveiling by government
The UK government is set to outline plans allowing English mayors to impose levies on overnight accommodation stays, with revenue reinvested locally. The perce…
HighMacron ve un "verdadero cambio" de Trump sobre Ucrania en cumbre del G7
Macron afirma que la cumbre del G7 en Évian representa un giro significativo en la postura de Trump respecto a Ucrania, mientras el grupo refuerza sanciones co…
MediumTrump fracassará em tentativa de mudança de regime no Brasil, diz Alex Soros
Alex Soros, presidente da Open Society Foundations, afirma que tentativas de Trump desestabilizarem o governo Lula configuram interferência externa, mas tendem…
HighSpain's World Cup champions greeted by nearly 2 million in Madrid victory parade
Spain's World Cup-winning team paraded through Madrid to an estimated 1.8-2 million fans, meeting with royals and PM Sanchez before celebrations at Cibeles Squ…
HighTrump insults reporter over White House renovation costs
Trump called a reporter 'stupid' when questioned about White House renovation expenses, sparking criticism from Democratic leaders over the project's budget.
HighCourt orders Trump name removed from Kennedy Center as judge blocks history exhibit censorship
A federal appeals court rejected the Kennedy Center's bid to keep President Trump's name on the building, ordering its removal by Friday. The decision follows…
HighPalantir faces Australian ban calls after 'supervillain' manifesto sparks outcry
Australian lawmakers call for banning new Palantir contracts after the US spy-tech firm published a manifesto implying cultural superiority. The company has se…
HighTaiwan opposition leader says Xi meeting sidestepped reunification
Taiwan's opposition leader reports that a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping avoided direct discussion of reunification, amid ongoing U.S. arms negotiat…
HighUmar Khalid: Six Years in Indian Prison Without Trial Under Modi
Prominent Indian activist Umar Khalid, imprisoned since 2020 without trial under terrorism charges he denies, describes the psychological toll of detention and…
HighMaine Democrat Platner defies allegations, predicts primary victory
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner defends himself against allegations of physical intimidation and misconduct toward women, claiming his past has been…
HighNajib's RM50m fine draws international donors from Brunei to Canada, Rosmah says
Rosmah Mansor expressed gratitude for international donations toward former PM Najib's RM50 million fine following his conditional pardon, with contributions f…
HighSenate Delays Crypto Clarity Act Vote, Dealing Setback to Digital Asset Advocates
The Senate has delayed a vote on the Crypto Clarity Act, a key legislative priority for the digital asset industry. The setback signals reduced momentum for cr…
HighUS-Iran peace deal stalls amid conflicting claims and internal divisions
US-Iran peace negotiations remain uncertain as Trump distances himself from earlier optimism, with both sides trading conflicting claims about deal progress an…
HighTahmoor Coal Mine Sold to New Consortium, Offering Hope for Hundreds of Displaced Workers
Liquidators have sold the Tahmoor Colliery to a consortium led by Golden Energy and Resources and M Resources, offering hope for 238 workers laid off in March…
HighGen Z 'Cockroach' Movement Rallies in Delhi, Challenging Modi Government on Education
India's youth-led Cockroach Janta Party rallied in New Delhi demanding education reforms, emerging as a significant protest movement gaining attention from maj…
MediumRep. Kean Returns to Congress, Cites Depression for Months-Long Absence
New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean returned to Congress after months of unexplained absence, revealing he was diagnosed with depression and had no clear recovery timelin…
HighNuclear watchdog backs Trump's push for North Korea talks amid mixed signals
The International Atomic Energy Agency has endorsed Trump's efforts to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, though reports suggest North Korea may be hes…
MediumWhite House responds to Ariana Grande's objection over ICE video music use
The White House responded to Ariana Grande's criticism over the use of her music in an ICE deportation video posted on TikTok, escalating a public dispute betw…
HighUS strikes Iran's Kharg Island; Vance insists no strategic shift
The US conducted military strikes on Iran's Kharg Island targeting military sites, with VP Vance emphasizing this does not signal a strategy shift. The Trump a…
HighBrazil's Chamber approves bill expanding mining incentives amid strategic minerals debate
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approved a bill creating the National Policy for Critical and Strategic Minerals, establishing a multi-billion real fund and tax b…
HighFed Holds Rates Steady as Powell Concludes Final FOMC Meeting
The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates unchanged at its April meeting, marking Jerome Powell's likely final decision as Fed chairman. The decision inclu…
HighTrump claims US could eliminate remaining Iran targets in 2 weeks
Trump asserts the US could eliminate remaining Iranian targets in two weeks, claiming Iran is already militarily defeated. He criticizes NATO allies for not su…
HighPirro's Construction Explanation on Reflecting Pool Draws Trump's Sharp Rebuke
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro blamed shoddy construction in a reflecting pool case, contradicting President Trump's theory and drawing his public disagreement.
HighTrump's Saudi Nuclear Deal Exposes U.S. Double Standard on South Korea
Trump administration grants Saudi Arabia uranium enrichment rights previously denied to South Korea, highlighting inconsistent U.S. nuclear proliferation stand…
HighIndia's EAM meets Arab League counterparts to strengthen ties, discuss Gaza crisis
India's External Affairs Minister met with five Arab League foreign ministers to discuss regional cooperation and the Gaza humanitarian situation ahead of a ke…
HighKing Charles III addresses U.S. Congress, subtly critiques Trump amid UAE OPEC exit
King Charles III addressed the US Congress, praising UK-US partnership while subtly critiquing Trump. Meanwhile, UAE withdrew from OPEC, signaling shifts in gl…
MediumGates warns governments lag dangerously behind on AI policy
Bill Gates asserts that governments worldwide are significantly behind in addressing artificial intelligence development and regulation, highlighting a policy…
HighTrump Administration Shifts Green Card Policy to Case-by-Case Review
The Trump administration has reversed its strict green card policy requiring applicants to leave the US, now evaluating cases individually instead of applying…
HighTurkish Opposition Leader Plans Breakaway Party to Challenge Erdoğan
A deposed Turkish opposition leader is forming a new political party to challenge President Erdoğan's government, signaling a significant shift in Turkey's pol…
HighTrump compara crise migratória em Ceuta a governo Biden e alerta sobre democratas
Trump compara a crise migratória em Ceuta, Espanha, à administração Biden, alegando que a situação será pior se democratas retornarem ao poder. Cerca de 60 mil…
HighTrump Claims CIA Briefed Him on Unverified Allegations About Iran's Supreme Leader
Trump alleged CIA briefings contained claims about Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's personal life, citing unverified intelligence reports. No official…
LowDefense Department Releases Decades of UFO Files, Reigniting Public Debate
The Pentagon has released classified UFO files spanning multiple decades, reigniting public interest in unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) and government kno…
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