Denmark's Queen Margrethe II has announced that she will abdicate her role in early 2024 due to health reasons, and will hand over the throne to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
Former Senior Special Assistant on Special Duties and Strategy, Doyin Odebowale, criticizes the late Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, for being weak in dealing with matters involving his wife.
Donald Trump's return to the White House would bring about significant change, including a more aggressive approach and a potential overhaul of the bureaucracy, while Robert F Kennedy Jr is seen as an attractive candidate for voters disillusioned with the status quo.
Russian opposition figure Alexey Navalny, who is currently serving a prison sentence in Siberia, says he doesn't feel lonely and is in a great mood but misses direct interaction with his family and friends.
Some aides of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu betrayed him while he was in office and there were allegations of mistrust between Akeredolu and the current governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, due to a female aide leaking information about Akeredolu's health.
BJP leader Giriraj Singh claims that Nitish Kumar's time in Bihar is over, with rumors circulating of a rift between Kumar and Lalan Singh, potentially giving the RJD an opportunity to form a government with the support of 8 JDU MLAs.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in normal health and has had no abnormal events since his cardiac incident in July, according to a statement from his office.
Chinese President Xi Jinping asserted that Taiwan will undoubtedly be reunited with mainland China, emphasizing China's stance on the issue during his year-end address and a symposium commemorating the birth of Mao Zedong.
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Russia’s “united society” in his New Year’s address and emphasized unity and the country's military involvement in Ukraine, while also calling for a defeat of "neo-fascism" in 2024.
Democratic Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman believed his political career would end when he checked into the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for depression treatment, but he is now committed to speaking out about mental health to help others.
Madhya Pradesh Congress leader Lakshman Singh has stated that Rahul Gandhi is just a party MP and not a prominent leader, questioning why the media highlights him so much.
Despite the challenges faced by American democracy in recent years, such as attempts to overturn the 2020 election and undermine the electoral process, the resilience of the system and active engagement from voters has protected the integrity of elections so far, but the upcoming 2024 election remains a significant test for democracy with former President Donald Trump seeking to return to the White House and potential conflicts and disruptions on the horizon.
The South African government has applied to take Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over its attacks on Palestinians in Gaza, a move welcomed by Hamas but criticized by the SA Jewish Board of Deputies.
Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes reflect on their private year together, sharing video clips and memories that they never got to share publicly, after being fired from their jobs at ABC News due to their romantic involvement while still married to others.
Despite initially thinking that his political career was over after his treatment for depression, Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has persevered and become known for his openness about his mental health struggles.
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman feared that opening up about his mental health struggles would negatively impact his career, but he hopes his honesty will help others facing similar issues.
Russian President Vladimir Putin called for unity and perseverance among Russians heading into 2024, vowing to solve difficult tasks and never back down, without explicitly mentioning the ongoing war in Ukraine.
A flyer's complaint about being charged Rs 500 for a basic meal at an airport has sparked a viral debate on excessive pricing, with others sharing their own experiences of being charged exorbitant prices at airports.
Chinese President Xi Jinping threatens to take over Taiwan, which it considers its own, during his New Year's address, renewing Beijing's threats of military force to achieve reunification.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine vetoed a bill that would ban gender-affirming care, stating, "I cannot sign this."
The Home Minister Amit Shah has declared Tehreek-e-Hurriyat, Jammu and Kashmir, as an 'Unlawful Association' under the UAPA for the next five years, stating that the group is involved in anti-India propaganda and terrorism to fuel secessionism in the region.
Former Albanian Prime Minister and current opposition leader Sali Berisha has been placed under house arrest as he faces an investigation into allegations of corruption involving the privatization of public land for personal gain.
The Liberal Democrats are calling for an inquiry into whether Rishi Sunak violated the ministerial code by secretly meeting with Dominic Cummings, with allegations that official business such as taxation and the NHS was discussed, while the government claims the talks were in a private capacity and not subject to declaration.
The impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden by Republicans is a raw exercise of political power and reflects the control that former President Donald Trump still holds over the GOP, even though the evidence they are working with does not prove corruption.
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the Russian army and called for "unity" in his New Year's Eve address, without explicitly mentioning the conflict in Ukraine, and described 2024 as the "year of the family."
Former Pakistani Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's accumulated assets have surged by over Rs277.2 million in the past five years, reaching a value of more than Rs315.9 million, according to his nomination papers for the upcoming general elections.
The House Select Committee on China, formed in 2023 to address national security threats from China, is aiming to turn its year of hearings and proposals into legislation in 2024, but internal divisions and differences in approach may hinder bipartisan agreement.
TDP Chief Chandrababu Naidu's decision to field Nandamuri Balakrishna from Gudivada against Kodali Nani poses a tough challenge for Nani, as Balakrishna's mass following and lineage as NTR's descendant make it a matter of prestige for TDP members to defeat him.
In 2023, several politicians made memorable fashion statements, including Raphael Warnock's stylish Polo Bear sweater, Joe Biden's impeccably hemmed trousers, Mitt Romney's consistently tasteful attire, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's insightful Instagram posts about fashion, Eric Adams' blingy bracelets, Shelley Moore Capito's seersucker suit, Gavin Newsom's well-tied dimpled tie, John Fetterman's controversial shorts, and George Santos' scandalous use of campaign money for luxury shopping trips.
No Labels, a political organization, is advocating for a third-party presidential candidate in response to widespread anger and disappointment at the two major parties and the potential choice between Trump and Biden in the 2024 presidential election.
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President, K. T. Rama Rao, agrees that the party may not have suffered defeat in the recent Telangana Assembly elections if they had set up YouTube channels to counter fake propaganda instead of government medical colleges.
President Bola Tinubu garnered attention when he prevented his security aides from interrupting a long handshake with Rasak Okoya, with some Nigerians applauding him for prioritizing personal connection over security protocol.
Senior Congress leader V M Sudheeran criticized the party leadership in Kerala for intensifying factionalism and failing to deliver, expressing his disappointment with current PCC chief K Sudhakaran and Opposition Leader V D Satheesan.
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's assets have increased by over Rs277.2 million in the past five years, with the value in 2023 exceeding Rs315.9 million, according to the asset details submitted by the PTI founder to the Election Commission of Pakistan.
The year 2023 was marked by political dysfunction and discontentment among the American public, however, Mike Johnson emerged as a winner after being elected as Speaker, Nikki Haley's reputation was enhanced as a presidential candidate, and former President Trump's position strengthened as the overwhelming favorite for the GOP nomination. On the other hand, President Biden faced low approval ratings and is seen as a loser, along with Rep. Kevin McCarthy, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced that the state's rejected tableau for the Republic Day parade will also not be displayed at Bharat Parv, accusing the central government of discrimination against Punjab heroes.
Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi released a video on Rahul's YouTube channel where they made marmalade together, with Sonia expressing annoyance at Rahul's stubbornness while also praising his caring nature.
Former Congress MP Lakshman Singh has downplayed the importance of Rahul Gandhi, stating that he is just an ordinary party worker and parliamentarian who should not be given excessive attention.
Opposition leader Raila Odinga plans to mobilize Kenyans to protest against government excesses, high taxation, withheld education funds, and corruption in order to reclaim the nation and restore hope and faith in the country.
Former cricketer Venkatesh Prasad conducted an “#AskVenky” session on X and revealed that the temple of Lord Ram will be constructed in 2024, expressed his pride over the construction of the Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, and predicted a bigger majority for the Bhartiya Janata Party in the coming Lok Sabha elections.
2023 was a politically tumultuous year in the United States, with scandals including a leaked sex tape involving a congressional staffer, indictments against former President Donald Trump, Hunter Biden, and others, and the exposure of antisemitism on college campuses.
Conservative MPs express anger and opposition to the claim that Rishi Sunak offered Dominic Cummings a secret deal to help him win the election, with some calling for Cummings to have "no place in political life."
The Tehreek-e-Hurriyat, Jammu and Kashmir (TeH), has been declared an 'unlawful association' for five years due to its involvement in forbidden activities aimed at separating J&K from India and establishing Islamic rule, spreading anti-India propaganda, and continuing terror activities to fuel secessionism in the region.
In 2023, Dawn.com's top 10 most-read stories included topics such as the Khalistan Movement, the passing of an IMF-dictated bill by the National Assembly, an opinion piece on the criticism of the country's elite class, analysis of the Pak-India World Cup fixture, and PIA flight attendants escaping in Canada.
The outgoing year-2023 witnessed a major political shift in Telangana, with Congress overthrowing the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi and emerging victorious in the assembly elections, thanks to the leadership of Anumula Revanth Reddy.
As the year 2023 comes to a close, the political atmosphere in Andhra Pradesh intensifies as parties gear up for the upcoming elections, with the YSR Congress party and the Telugu Desam Party engaged in a battle for power.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis warns that the West is repeating historical mistakes by not adequately supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression and emphasizes the need to address the problem now rather than waiting for a "Pearl Harbor effect" in the future.
The Indian separatist party Tehreek-e-Hurriyat has been declared an 'Unlawful Association' under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) due to its involvement in activities aimed at separating Jammu and Kashmir from India and establishing Islamic rule.
Senator Tim Kaine criticizes the State Department's bypassing of Congress in approving a $147.5 million arms sale to Israel, demanding an explanation for the decision.
British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, faced a wardrobe malfunction when he discovered a huge rip in his trousers while welcoming UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty during their official visit to India for the G20 Summit.