Ex-MP Raghu Rama Krishna Raju joins Telugu Desam Party in the presence of Chandrababu Naidu, receiving a warm welcome and gaining viral attention on social media.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed concerns about political instability in Pakistan deterring foreign and local investors, while also emphasizing the need to counter right-wing terrorism and upgrade the National Action Plan (NAP).
The former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, will be arraigned in court by the EFCC for alleged abuse of office involving the allocation of billions of dollars.
Former President Donald Trump is urging the judge in his "hush money" criminal case to recuse himself due to his daughter's marketing work for prominent Democrats, claiming a "direct financial interest" in the case.
The House will consider a bill next week to reauthorize a surveillance program, known as Section 702, which raises privacy concerns but is deemed crucial to national security by U.S. officials.
Speaker Mike Johnson is urging lawmakers to support a bill that would extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which allows the government to conduct warrantless surveillance on noncitizens abroad, warning of impending deadlines and the risk of Senate intervention.
A recent poll found that a significant number of American adults are willing to accept violence in the US political system, which raises concerns about the state of democracy and the potential for authoritarianism.
President Bola Tinubu appeals for global peace and stability, emphasizing the importance of promoting peace and stability in fragile regions and highlighting the values of tolerance and perseverance.
The supposed "gentleman's agreement" between former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding the West Philippine Sea is void and unconstitutional, according to Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III.
President Biden has promised that the federal government will cover the cost of rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, utilizing union labor, potentially sparking a funding dispute with the conservative wing of the House of Representatives.
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has raised concerns about the prosecution of the Jan. 6 Capitol attackers, suggesting it might be politically motivated, aligning himself with former President Donald Trump's false claims. Kennedy, while criticizing Trump's role in the attack, stated that he would appoint a special counsel to investigate whether Trump allies were unfairly targeted, emphasizing the need to hear "every side."
The CIA has refuted allegations made by a whistleblower that the agency tried to block an investigation into Hunter Biden, delivering a blow to House Republicans' impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
Amid a diplomatic incident, Mexico has granted political asylum to former Ecuadorian vice president Jorge Glas, who is accused of bribery, while Ecuador has declared Mexico's ambassador persona non grata in response to comments made by Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador regarding violence affecting Ecuador's recent presidential elections.
Former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, will be arraigned at the Ikeja State High Court in Lagos for alleged abuse of office over the allocation of billions of US dollars without bids, which is prejudicial to the rights of Nigerians.
ESPN anchor Peter Burns criticized Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry for falling for clickbait journalism when he proposed a new policy on the national anthem issue.
Liberal MP Anthony Housefather has decided to remain in the Liberal caucus after reflecting on his place within Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's party, stating that his core values align with the Liberal party and he believes his greatest value to Canadians is staying in caucus.
The former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, will be arraigned in court for alleged abuse of office over the allocation of billions of dollars without bids, marking an abuse of authority and prejudicing the rights of Nigerians.
President Joe Biden has pledged federal government support for the Port of Baltimore following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, stating that operations will resume by the end of May, and funding will be provided for the bridge's replacement, although the House Freedom Caucus has demanded certain conditions be met before supporting the funding.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Uzoma Nwagba as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation, as part of efforts to promote financial inclusion and economic prosperity for Nigerians.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and President Joe Biden are leading the federal response to the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, promising to provide resources and support for search and rescue operations as well as the subsequent economic recovery and bridge rebuild.
Six of President William Ruto's nominees for various diplomatic positions in Kenya have a combined net worth of Sh1.53 billion, with the richest nominee having a personal net worth of Sh693 million.
The new law proposed by Humza Yousaf is aimed at protecting Scotland's people from a rising tide of hatred, with 4,000 hate complaints filed in the law's first four days.
Boris Johnson criticized Lord Cameron for staying silent on British arms sales to Israel, calling it a "purdah" and arguing that banning exports would be "insane" and tantamount to supporting Hamas.
The CIA denies allegations that it blocked an interview between the IRS and Kevin Morris, Hunter Biden's associate, as part of an investigation into Hunter Biden, with the CIA stating that they "did not prevent or seek to prevent" such an interview from taking place.
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. questions whether the January 6 attack on the US Capitol was a "true insurrection" and expresses concern over the "weaponization of government" against those charged, despite evidence to the contrary.
President Biden pledges to "move heaven and Earth" to rebuild the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore as he tours the damage and emphasizes the nation's support for the city.
President Biden promises to rebuild the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore using "union labor and American steel" and calls on Congress to authorize federal government funding for the project.
Pro-Palestine protesters gather in London while Reform UK leader Richard Tice condemns the march as "hate-filled" and "antisemitic" and calls for such protests to be banned.
Nigel Farage, former politician and GB News presenter, celebrated his 60th birthday with a party where he hinted at a return to the frontline of UK politics, with options including continuing with GB News, pursuing opportunities in the US, or reigniting his UK political career.
Disgraced Holyoke city councilor Wilmer Puello-Mota, wanted on child pornography charges, allegedly appears in a video joining the Russian military in Siberia, although the authenticity of the video has not been verified.
The Biden administration is not supporting calls for an independent investigation into the Israeli strike that killed aid workers, instead relying on an Israeli investigation while some Democratic lawmakers demand more consequences and the prioritization of defensive weapons.
New intelligence documents suggest that former Governor General David Johnston's probe into foreign interference in Canada may have overlooked significant evidence, including allegations of Chinese interference in Canadian democratic processes and institutions.
Three House Democrats have proposed a bill to rename a Miami prison as the "Donald J. Trump Federal Correctional Institution," in response to a Republican measure to rename Washington Dulles International Airport after the former president.
House Republicans leading the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden faced another setback as the CIA refuted their claim that they prevented investigators from interviewing a witness, highlighting a pattern of Republicans using questionable information to make serious allegations without evidence or sufficient votes for impeachment, leaving no clear consensus on how or when to end the Republican-led impeachment inquiry.
House Republicans leading the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden face another setback as the CIA refutes their allegation about the agency blocking an interview with a witness, further undermining their impeachment claims.
The Labour Veterans and Trade Unionists' Assembly has called for the immediate resignation of the Chairman of Labour Party, Julius Abure, and the President of Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, due to a scandal within the Labour Party.
Uzoma Nwagba, a former Chief Operating Officer of the Bank of Industry and Software Engineer at Microsoft, has been appointed as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation by President Bola Tinubu, in a move to promote financial inclusion and economic prosperity for Nigerians.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg promptly mobilized federal resources and coordinated with state and local leaders, including President Joe Biden, to respond to the bridge collapse in Baltimore and pledged federal support for the recovery efforts.
An unproven claim suggests that Ashley Biden's diary describes inappropriate actions by her father, President Joe Biden, but the authenticity of the diary and its published contents has not been verified.
Governor Simba Arati has raised concerns about the safety of former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, citing potential threats from criminal gangs. He has called on the government to provide Matiang'i with state security due to his previous role in maintaining peace and security in the country. Arati also criticized President William Ruto for exhibiting dictatorial tendencies and urged him to work on uniting the country.
The Indian Defense Minister, Rajnath Singh, stated that terrorists who attempt to disrupt the country's peace will be pursued and killed even if they flee to Pakistan, following a report in The Guardian blaming India for targeted killings in Pakistan.
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya expressed his admiration for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's fluency in English and mastery of public speaking, stating that being in the company of high-ranking officials had made him fearless.
Pakistan and the United States reaffirm their commitment to promoting economic cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts during a telephone call between Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has decided to personally review the security situation in the country, specifically the safety of Chinese citizens working on development projects, following a recent attack on Chinese engineers that prompted China to demand a thorough investigation and increased security measures. Additionally, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz called for the revival of the National Action Plan and highlighted the need to combat various forms of terrorism, including political players resorting to violence and weaponizing politics.
The White House has announced millions of dollars in funding for the Port of Baltimore and is urging Congress to pass additional legislation to cover the cost of rebuilding the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister expressed satisfaction with the positive momentum in bilateral relations with the US during a telephone call with Secretary of State Antony Blinken, discussing various issues including trade, investment, climate change, and security.
Members of the ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus and their allies are drawing lines in the sand ahead of an inter-GOP battle over additional aid for Ukraine, calling for funding to be balanced out by spending cuts and paired with U.S. border policy changes.
Former governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State asserts that the state government does not have the authority to prosecute him for alleged bribery, stating that only the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and the EFCC can charge him for such offenses, while also criticizing the incumbent governor for attempting to tarnish his reputation.
A Russian influencer, Alena Agafonova, has been sentenced to 10 months of hard labor in Putin's gulag prison for filming herself pretending to "tickle" the breast of a famous war statue, and has also been banned from social media for two years and fined 10% of her future earnings.
President Bola Tinubu has closed the months-long investigation into the Central Bank, thanking the investigator, Mr. Jim Obazee, for his services and commending him for his dedication and professionalism in handling the assignment.