UK's Indian-origin Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, reveals he experienced racism as a child and his parents sent him for extra drama lessons to speak without an accent in order to "fit in."
The UK government's silence on the benefits of Brexit has allowed opponents to shape the narrative, but the reality is that EU membership did not significantly benefit UK exports, and since leaving, UK goods exports to the EU have performed as well as exports to the rest of the world.
The arrest of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in a graft case provided an opportunity for the ruling YSR Congress Party to hit back at him and change the political discourse in the state.
JMM MLA Lobin Hembrom criticizes former Chief Minister Hemant Soren for not implementing laws protecting tribal land rights, leading him to sever ties with the party.
Former President Rodrigo Duterte may be held criminally liable for sedition after calling for the separation of Mindanao from the rest of the Philippines, according to two Mindanao officials.
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has challenged Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh and other critics to an open debate on the RM42mil SRC International case, inviting them to discuss the irregularities that led to his acquittal.
The UK government's combination of austerity measures and its handling of Brexit has led to a dilapidated state of public services and economic harm, causing public anger and a desire for relief measures.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy has dropped two media chiefs and included his own sister in his list of political opponents, describing them as "Non-Resident Andhras" targeting him personally and aiming to split votes, while criticizing their lack of connection to the state.
Several BJP members protested outside the residence of Congress MP DK Suresh in Bengaluru after he stated that southern states may demand a separate nation if fund distribution injustice is not rectified by the Centre.
Former MP Tony Pua sarcastically refuses to apologize for questioning the previous Agong's decision to commute Najib Abdul Razak's sentence, instead seeking pardon from Umno Youth in a Facebook post.
Barikisu Losina, a former District Chief Executive in Ghana, was involved in a car crash just one day after being sacked by the President.
Former Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Chief Executive, Barikisu Losina, who was recently sacked by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has been involved in a car crash just one day after her dismissal.
Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi criticized a section of the audience at a youth conclave in Kerala for not chanting the 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' slogan, suggesting that those who hesitated should consider leaving the venue.
Najib Razak's daughter, Nooryana Najwa, revealed that her father is "very, very disappointed" with the decision of the Federal Territories Pardons Board not to grant him a full pardon, and she noticed weariness in his eyes as he realized he still has four years left to serve in prison.
Davao City Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte clarifies that his apology to Senator Imee Marcos was out of pity, not because of his previous remarks against her brother, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, warns that the chairman of the EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, may not last in his position after revealing plans to investigate the presidency, judiciary, and legislature, highlighting the need for devolution of power in Nigeria.
Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's daughter, Suranya Aiyar, has been accused of making objectionable remarks on social media against the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla at the temple in Ayodhya, leading to a complaint being filed against her.
In a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, Dalit officer Balamurugan raised concerns about the money laundering case against two Dalit farmers in Tamil Nadu, accusing the Enforcement Directorate of being an extended arm of the BJP; Balamurugan, who has a history of activism, has faced disciplinary actions throughout his career for going against government conduct rules.
President William Ruto held a collaborative meeting with Western leaders at Kakamega State House, emphasizing the need for cross-party cooperation to address unemployment among Kenyan youth.
The TDP is concerned that promoting Sharmila as a counter to Jagan Mohan Reddy may backfire as it could create a negative impression among neutral voters and pose a threat to TDP.
The mandatory housing development levy in Kenya has collected Sh26.8 billion from employers and employees in the six months ended December, despite legal challenges that threaten its continuation.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail criticizes Tony Pua for his comments on the recent Pardons Board decision regarding Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, stating that Pua is seeking attention after being rejected by his own party.
BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi congratulates Lal Krishna Advani on being awarded the Bharat Ratna, expressing his happiness and gratitude for the opportunity to work with Advani, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and Nanaji Deshmukh.
Umno vice-president Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail warns Tony Pua to retract his comments on social media or face legal consequences over disagreeing with the Pardons Board's decision to reduce Najib Abdul Razak's sentence.
The White House criticizes House Republicans for proposing a $17.6 billion bill providing aid to Israel during its conflict in the Middle East, calling it a "cynical political maneuver" and urging bipartisan collaboration on national security issues.
Former Pakistani prime minister Nawaz Sharif expresses confidence in his party's chances to form a government and emphasizes the importance of holding accountable those who have violated the constitution and caused harm to the country.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's social media presence has skyrocketed, making him the most followed chief minister and the third most followed Indian politician, surpassed only by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Telangana's former Deputy Chief Minister T. Rajaiah has resigned from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and is expected to join the Congress, marking the first key leader to leave the BRS following their loss of power to the Congress in the recent Assembly elections.
Union Minister Meenakashi Lekhi criticized a section of the audience at a youth conclave in Kerala for not chanting the "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" slogan, suggesting a woman who was reluctant to do so to leave the venue.
Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's daughter, Suranya Aiyar, has been accused of making objectionable remarks on social media and has faced a police complaint and a notice from the Residents' Welfare Association (RWA) asking her to move out from their colony due to her criticism of the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's Ram Temple.
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to hold a standalone vote on an Israel aid bill, which is a shift from the previous plan that included spending cuts, in an attempt to secure bipartisan support and avoid opposition from Democrats.
Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi reprimanded a section of the audience at a youth conclave for not chanting the "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" slogan, suggesting a woman who was reluctant to raise the slogan to leave the venue, and emphasizing that enthusiasm needs to be expressed.
Sen. Tim Kaine suggests that negotiating a new deal to release the remaining hostages held by Hamas is the best chance to deescalate the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defends breaking an election promise on tax cuts, stating that he is an "honest person" and made the change in response to global changes; the revised tax plan seeks to offer more relief to low- and middle-income earners while reducing tax cuts for high earners.
The SDLP has suspended MLA Justin McNulty for leaving Stormont without permission to manage a GAA side, thereby missing important parliamentary business.
Political reporter Jo Moir, known for her use of the term "goneburger" to describe departing politicians, is leaving Twitter following Green Party co-leader James Shaw's announcement of his own resignation.
American political commentator Tucker Carlson has been spotted in Moscow for the first time, with images showing him attending the Spartacus ballet at the Bolshoi Theater.
Tory minister Lord Dominic Johnson expressed willingness to facilitate the growth of Infosys, the tech firm owned by Rishi Sunak's wife's family, in the UK, as the company vies for UK contracts worth £750m, raising concerns about VIP access and potential conflicts of interest.
President Joe Biden commends the political leaders of Northern Ireland for appointing Michelle O'Neill as the region's first minister, ending a two-year deadlock and restoring the Northern Ireland Executive and Assembly at Stormont.
Former President Donald Trump and United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain trade insults as they compete to win over Michigan's auto workers, with Trump dismissing the union as a "hopeless case" and Fain expressing doubt that any union would endorse Trump.
House Republicans are planning to vote on a bill that would provide billions in military assistance to Israel and U.S. forces in the region, setting up dueling votes in both chambers with the Senate proposal expected to include funding for border security and aid to foreign democracies.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav claims that the decision to honor LK Advani with the Bharat Ratna is a political move to prevent the scattering of BJP votes.
President Joe Biden has declined an interview with CBS News prior to the Super Bowl, breaking a tradition that began with President Barack Obama in 2009.
The White House has declined CBS News' request for a sit-down interview with President Joe Biden tied to the Super Bowl, marking the second year in a row that the White House has bypassed an interview with the Super Bowl host network.
YS Sharmila sparked controversy by referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "Modi Gadu," prompting strong backlash from the BJP.
The controversial trip taken by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to Miami for less than 20 hours last year cost nearly €15,000, including over €6,000 spent on hospitality, despite the fact that the consulate he was there to open had been open for nearly a year already.
Ben Cardin, the chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has lifted his hold on the proposed sale of drones to India after receiving assurance from the US administration that the Indian government is committed to thoroughly investigating the allegations implicating an Indian government official in an assassination plot on US soil.
Michelle O'Neill, the Vice President of Sinn Fein, has become Northern Ireland's first minister, marking a historic moment for Irish nationalists after a two-year boycott by unionists.
Over 100 parliamentarians are urging UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization in order to confront the Iranian regime's aggression and spread of terrorism in the Middle East.
Hamas is requesting the release of Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian political leader and convicted terrorist, as part of the cease-fire negotiations with Israel, while many Palestinians see Barghouti as a potential successor to Mahmoud Abbas.