Vice President Kamala Harris created her own signature candle scent and asked her successor, Sen. Alex Padilla, to use a different scent when he wanted to produce a similar candle.
GOP senators expressed outrage over the agreed-upon annual government spending cap of $1.59 trillion, arguing that it neglects Republican suggestions for budget cuts, as the first spending deadline approaches.
House Republicans are focusing on interviews with associates of the Biden family as they continue to struggle to obtain testimony from President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, amid their impeachment inquiry into the president.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in New York City block bridges and tunnels in a coordinated protest for a cease-fire in Gaza, causing major traffic disruptions.
Congress faces a looming government shutdown as the deadline to fund the government approaches and there is not enough time to process the necessary spending bills.
The prestigious law firm Cravath, Swain & Moore has registered as a foreign agent of Burisma, a Ukrainian energy company linked to Hunter Biden, in a retroactive filing following discussions with the Justice Department regarding the Foreign Agents Registration Act.
A video clip showing liberals dressing up as Trump supporters during the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol is falsely claimed to prove that the riot was an inside job, when in fact the clip was filmed by comedians posing as reporters to make comedic content and express disbelief about the events.
Wayne LaPierre has resigned as the leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA) amidst a civil trial filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who alleges that top officials misused the organization's funds for personal gain.
France's Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne has resigned, leading to expectations of a government reshuffle by President Emmanuel Macron ahead of the European elections, with no successor announced yet.
House Speaker Mike Johnson could face potential ousting from his position after reaching a budget deal with Democrats, similar to his predecessor Kevin McCarthy, which could spell trouble for the Republican Party as a whole.
NBC News reporter Miguel Almaguer, who was suspended over a retracted story about an assault on Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul Pelosi, is leaving the network after relying on unreliable sourcing for the article.
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's refusal to certify the election and her defense of convicted insurrectionists is criticized by Capitol police officer Sgt. Aquilino Gonell as baffling and disgraceful.
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned after less than two years in office, with President Emmanuel Macron accepting her resignation and thanking her for her exemplary work in the service of the nation, while the search for a successor, potentially Education Minister Gabriel Attal, is underway.
Fox Business’ Maria Bartiromo expressed frustration with the Biden administration's policies and demanded more political action from Republican congresswoman, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, during an interview.
Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert responded to reports of a disturbance with her ex-husband at a restaurant, denying any violent altercation and stating that she will consult with her lawyer regarding false claims made against her.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre criticizes former President Trump for referring to Jan. 6 defendants as "hostages" and compares it to Hamas militants capturing hostages in Israel, calling the comparison "grotesque."
Criticism of US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is increasing as it was revealed that his deputy was unaware of his hospitalization, raising concerns about transparency and the chain of command within the Pentagon.
France's Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne has resigned ahead of a cabinet reshuffle by President Emmanuel Macron as he seeks to bring new energy to his second term.
Former Ohio Republican Party Chairman Matt Borges is seeking to have his conviction in the state's largest bribery scandal overturned, arguing that federal prosecutors failed to prove their case and that the judge abused his discretion.
President Biden has stated that he is working "quietly" with the Israeli government to encourage them to withdraw significantly from Gaza, following anti-Israel protests and opposition to his pro-Israel stance from certain voting groups.
The new Congress government in Telangana has formed a Cabinet sub-committee to implement six guarantees, with the Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka heading the committee and Ministers Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy and D. Sridhar Babu as members, aiming to ensure all eligible people receive the benefits under these guarantees within 100 days.
The family of Ashli Babbitt has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the federal government, seeking $30 million, claiming that she posed no threat when she was fatally shot during the 2021 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
The "Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) - Reason and Fairness" has been introduced as a new political party in Germany, aiming to establish itself as a people's party and compete in EU and German state elections this year.
The Biden administration plans to release a final rule that will make it harder for companies to classify workers as independent contractors, instead of employees, resulting in more benefits and legal protections for workers.
House Republicans recommend finding Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with a closed-door testimony subpoena, as part of their ongoing investigation into his business dealings and any connection to President Biden.
The Congress leader's demand for President's rule in West Bengal has been criticized by Nitish Kumar's Janata Dal(United), as it is seen as playing into the hands of the BJP, and the Trinamool Congress has accused the state Congress president of being an agent of the BJP.
Protesters calling for a cease-fire in Gaza interrupted President Biden's speech in South Carolina, highlighting divisions among Democrats over the conflict in the Middle East.
Imran Khan, the incarcerated PTI chief, claimed that he verbally dictated his guest essay published in The Economist, which expressed doubts about the upcoming elections and criticized the government's performance.
Italian opposition leaders are calling for the ban of neofascist groups after a video emerged showing hundreds of men making fascist salutes during an event in Rome.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent an elective medical procedure on Dec. 22, experienced complications, and was admitted to the hospital on Jan. 1, raising questions about transparency and his future.
Nandini Mallu expresses shock and disappointment when her husband, Bhatti Vikramarka, was not announced as the Chief Minister of Telangana, stating that the entire family was expecting him to be appointed.
Lakshadweep administrator Praful Patel expresses India's firm stance against derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers, stating that India will not tolerate any insult to its prime minister.
Republican hardliners in Congress are upset with Speaker Mike Johnson for reaching a spending deal with Democrats that they believe gives too much ground to the opposing party, reminiscent of the controversy that led to the downfall of his predecessor as speaker, Kevin McCarthy.
House Republicans have recommended charging Hunter Biden with contempt of Congress after he refused to testify in a closed doors hearing regarding his business dealings for the impeachment case against his father, President Joe Biden, while Democrats argue that the case is a baseless partisan attack.
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned, leaving President Emmanuel Macron to seek a new leader amid political crises and upcoming European parliament elections.
Former presidential aide Reno Omokri mocked the suspended minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Betta Edu, saying she should have set a good example because Bishop David Oyedepo prayed for her to become a minister, indicating that Nigeria should prioritize competence and qualification over religiosity in appointments.
Washington state could see a record-breaking number of citizen initiatives challenging progressive policies, including carbon-pricing and parents' rights, as a conservative political action committee delivers six initiatives with over 2.6 million signatures to the Secretary of State's Office.
Priyanka Gandhi praises the Supreme Court for overturning Gujarat's decision to release convicts in the Bilkis Bano case, exposing BJP's alleged anti-women stance, while celebrations erupt outside Bano's home.
San Diego State University is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights for allegedly discriminating against Islamic, Arab, and Palestinian students by issuing a campus-wide email condemning the invasion of Israel by Hamas.
Mitch Landrieu is stepping down as White House infrastructure coordinator and will join the Biden campaign as co-chair, with deputy chief of staff Natalie Quillian taking over his role leading the infrastructure team.
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee has released a resolution to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena to appear for a closed-door deposition as part of the House GOP's impeachment inquiry into President Biden.
Czech Deputy Prime Minister Marian Jurečka is facing demands for his resignation after it was revealed that he attended a Christmas party that continued despite a mass shooting in Prague earlier that day, with the opposition calling for him to step down.
Former U.S. Capitol riot defendant Pam Hemphill dismissed conspiracy theories promoted by Republicans about FBI involvement in the attack, calling them ridiculous and urging members of Congress to take action against the spread of these theories.
Russia has re-established the Stalin-era counterintelligence unit SMERSH to catch spies and dissidents, which is seen as a part of Kremlin's intensified search for dissidents and perceived traitors amidst the Ukraine War.
Colorado police are investigating an incident involving U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband at a restaurant, although no one was arrested and charges were not pressed.
The Christmas holiday TV drama depicting the plight of sub-postmasters has pushed the government to expedite a plan to exonerate the wrongly convicted workers, potentially through the introduction of new legislation.
House Republicans on the Judiciary and Oversight have recommended that Hunter Biden be held in contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena, potentially leading to criminal charges, as part of their impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
US Congress leaders have reached a deal on the total amount of spending for the rest of 2024, including $886bn for defense and over $704bn for non-defense spending, in order to avoid a partial government shutdown.
Sinn Féin criticizes lack of conclusion in talks between DUP and UK government, calling it a "charade," while DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson insists that talks will continue to restore power sharing in Northern Ireland.
Police in Colorado are investigating Rep. Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband after they were involved in an incident at a restaurant, prompting tongue-in-cheek reviews mocking the situation.