A Moscow nightclub has been closed for 90 days after hosting an "almost naked" party, as part of President Vladimir Putin's crackdown on sexually suggestive behavior in Russia's showbiz elite amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
As the first and only Palestinian American member of Congress, Rashida Tlaib confronts the limits of her influence and the challenges of being a powerful but misunderstood figure in a pro-Israel political environment.
Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's ex-husband has been arrested on misdemeanor assault and criminal mischief charges following an altercation at a restaurant.
Rachel Powell, known as the "Bullhorn Lady" at the January 6, 2021, Capitol uprising, has started her prison sentence and expressed remorse for the destruction she caused while protesting but stands by her belief that the election was stolen.
Legal scholars argue that the impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas are unjustified and do not meet the constitutional threshold for impeachment.
Vijayawada MP Kesineni Nani and his daughter Shweta's decision to join the YCP strengthens the party's position and thwarts TDP's aspirations in the combined Krishna district, adding an interesting dimension to Vijayawada politics.
The Biden administration may have lied about the existence of an ethics agreement regarding Hunter Biden's art sales, as his gallerist has stated that no such agreement was made with the White House, leading to concerns about ethics compliance and potential misleading of the public.
Polish President Andrzej Duda vows to not rest until former Home Affairs Minister Mariusz Kamiński and his deputy Maciej Wąsik are released from custody, but does not say if he will pardon them.
The ruling YSR Congress party in Andhra Pradesh experienced the entry of a Telugu Desam Party MP and the exit of its own MP, with both resigning from their respective parties and their Lok Sabha memberships.
Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Manipur will have a limited number of participants, as agreed upon by the Manipur government to prevent any disturbance in law and order.
Trump attorney Alina Habba defended her client's immunity argument by asserting that he "didn't kill anyone" and that hypothetical scenarios are being used to frighten America.
Republicans on the US House oversight committee are considering a resolution to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress, furthering their efforts to portray his father, Joe Biden, as corrupt and secure his impeachment.
Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny made jokes during his court appearance from an Arctic penal colony, but his challenge against his treatment in prison was rejected by the judge.
House Republicans are aggressively advancing impeachment inquiries into President Biden and other officials, launching new threats to impeach Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Attorney General Merrick Garland.
Germany is facing the risk of increasing political polarization due to farmer protests over subsidy cuts, with right-wing groups getting involved despite not prioritizing the interests of farmers.
Polish police have arrested two former interior ministers who were sentenced to two years in jail for abuse of power in a move that highlights political turmoil between the Law and Justice party and the new pro-EU coalition.
The Congress party's decision to not attend the Ram Temple consecration ceremony will be regretted as they are stuck in their rhetoric, according to BJP leader Hardeep Singh Puri.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has granted former chief minister Chandrababu Naidu anticipatory bail in three cases, including Amaravati Inner Ring Road, sand, and liquor cases, with a directive to refrain from making any comments that could influence the investigation.
Former White House aides criticize current staff for their tendency to protest, stating that such actions were rare in previous administrations. House Republicans are critical of Speaker Mike Johnson over recent spending deals and fear the unraveling of the party's majority. Bipartisan negotiations are nearing a deal for a package of tax breaks and changes, potentially limiting the cost of the bill. Secretary of State Antony Blinken suggests that Israel could normalize relations with Saudi Arabia if it ends the Gaza bombardment and creates a Palestinian state. The Biden administration is risking a review that could slow down the US natural gas export industry.
Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu met actor-politician Pawan Kalyan, sparking speculations about his potential joining of the Jana Sena Party (JSP) after resigning from the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP).
Jailed Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny appears in court via video link to sue the prison authorities over the conditions of his detention in the Siberian penal colony, which he sarcastically referred to as "Polar Wolf."
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's cancer diagnosis was only disclosed to President Joe Biden on Tuesday, raising concerns about national security and transparency within the Biden administration.
House Speaker Mike Johnson's deal to fund the government has caused outrage among conservative members of the House Republican conference who feel it lacks the spending cuts they sought after, with some even considering ousting Johnson from the speakership.
Protest culture in Washington is exposing a generation gap between young staffers and their older bosses, with junior officials feeling more empowered to publicly criticize their superiors, as seen in recent anonymous letters from White House and State Department staff.
The House Homeland Security Committee will hold its first impeachment hearing for Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas as Republicans seek to impeach him over the border crisis and Democrats criticize the move as partisan politics.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has expressed support for calls to knight Alan Bates for his fight for justice in the Horizon scandal involving the Post Office.
The UK government is considering a mass exoneration of sub-postmasters involved in the Post Office scandal, but there are concerns about the potential for genuine guilty parties to be pardoned as well.
Ambati Rayudu's quick political movements suggest that he may be considering joining the JanaSena party, potentially seeking an MLA or MP ticket, although it may be challenging due to last-minute ticket allocation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has made his first visit to the Chukotka autonomous district, inspecting a year-round greenhouse complex and meeting with local residents.
Former U.K. opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn will join a South African delegation at the International Court of Justice, where South Africa accuses Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.
Former husband of Rep. Lauren Boebert, Jayson Boebert, was arrested on charges including assault, prohibited use of weapons, and obstructing a peace officer, following a physical altercation between the two at a restaurant in her district.
Opposition leader and Chairperson of the Maldivian Democratic Party, Fayyaz Ismail, has called for a "tougher stand" by the government in response to racist comments against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing that the ongoing row between India and the Maldives goes beyond government to government and needs to be repaired.
The Bhuma family's rivalry with senior TDP leader A V Subba Reddy is causing internal conflicts and hampering the party's electoral prospects in the Nandyal region of Andhra Pradesh.
YSR Congress Party candidate Chevireddy Mohit Reddy refutes TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu's allegations of bogus voter enrollment, stating that Naidu should verify the facts before making false complaints.
YSR Congress party MLAs Alla Ramakrishna Reddy and Kapu Ramachandra Reddy are expected to join the Congress party, while Kolusu Parthasarathy is likely to join the TDP after being denied ticket in the coming elections.
Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman has stepped down from all of her portfolios amidst allegations of shoplifting at a high-end Auckland store, while the Green Party investigates the matter.
Jagan Mohan Reddy needs to engage with the public and implement strategies to connect with them in order to safeguard his party's position in the upcoming elections, as he has been operating everything in a hidden manner and detached from human interaction for the past five years.
Some Republicans in the House of Representatives are considering removing House Speaker Mike Johnson over his spending agreement with Democrats, sparking outrage among conservative members of Congress.
Spokane County Superior Court Judge Charnelle Bjelkengren and Colleen Holland, a law clerk in New York, have withdrawn their names from consideration for federal trial court judgeships nominated by President Joe Biden.
The trend of appointing senior officers from the central government to key administrative positions in BJP-ruled states, such as chief secretaries, has emerged in Modi 2.0, raising concerns about political motivations and the central government's involvement in these appointments.
Former prime minister Imran Khan has been arrested in connection with the May 9 violence, including the attack on the General Headquarters (GHQ), and has been indicted in the Toshakhana reference, as an accountability court dismisses his bail in multiple cases.
Senator Ron Johnson criticized border talks, comparing it to negotiating with an arsonist and trying to put out the fire they started.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson in the wake of reaching a top-line spending deal, describing him as respectful and decent despite facing backlash from right-wing colleagues.
The ex-husband of Rep. Lauren Boebert admits he overreacted when he called the police after an altercation, but denies being punched by her.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's days-long disappearance and lack of communication about his hospitalization have raised concerns about the chain of command and civilian control over the military, prompting calls for his resignation and a review of Cabinet protocols.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was diagnosed with prostate cancer and developed complications after undergoing a procedure to treat it, leading to his hospitalization and criticism over the delay in informing key officials.
Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) faced backlash for demanding reparations for black Americans, with critics noting that the policies she highlighted were authored and supported by Democrats, her own party.
During the opening statements in the NRA civil trial in New York, an NRA lawyer inserted Second Amendment propaganda into her speech to the jury, despite the judge's instruction that the case is about corruption and not gun rights.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing new legislation to tackle property crime, including creating new crimes targeting "professional" retail thieves and increasing penalties for resellers of stolen goods. The proposal has received support from law enforcement and legislative leaders, although it does not include changes to the controversial Proposition 47, which reclassified certain felonies as misdemeanors.
Polish police have arrested two politicians convicted of abuse of power who had taken refuge for hours in the palace of President Andrzej Duda, in a dramatic escalation of a standoff between the new and previous governments.