The House Freedom Caucus is demanding specific conditions, including the lifting of the pause on natural gas export projects, before considering funding to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
House Democrats are demanding access to information from a whistleblower after Republicans accused the CIA of hindering investigations into Hunter Biden, adding to the ongoing impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
Prof. Stephen Adei, a prominent economist, has denied making a statement that denigrates President Akufo-Addo, calling it false and malicious.
House Democrats have introduced two bills aimed at implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at the federal level, in line with President Biden's efforts to advance racial equity and support underserved communities.
The Islamabad High Court has ordered the removal of PTI lawyer Babar Awan's name from the Exit Control List (ECL) due to lack of evidence in the £190 million settlement case.
President Biden denies that crime has risen significantly in the United States, but statistics from the National Crime Victimisation Survey show a marked increase in violent crime, especially in urban areas, contradicting his narrative.
Russian spies have been expelled from NATO headquarters in Brussels after it was discovered that they were involved in intelligence work rather than diplomatic activities, with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg revealing that Russian spies have been active in Europe for many years.
Former Ecuadorean Vice President Jorge Glas was arrested by Ecuadorean authorities in the Mexican embassy in Quito, leading Mexico to suspend bilateral relations, after seeking political asylum there due to corruption charges.
British MPs have been targeted with explicit images and flirtatious messages from anonymous WhatsApp accounts in a possible "honeytrap" operation, with speculation that a foreign state may be responsible, although there is no evidence to support this claim, and cybersecurity experts suggest that the incident is more likely the work of a rogue political insider.
The BJP accuses AAP MP Sanjay Singh of violating his bail conditions by speaking about the Delhi excise policy case, warning that there will be serious consequences for his actions.
Sir Keir Starmer and Sir Lindsay Hoyle are facing a Commons investigation over claims of intimidation during a chaotic vote on Gaza, with Penny Mordaunt supporting a motion to refer them to the privileges committee, potentially leading to a tricky investigation for Starmer in the run-up to the election.
The Islamabad High Court has directed the interior ministry to remove the name of PTI leader Babar Awan from the Exit Control List (ECL), providing another relief for the ruling party, while also ordering the renewal of PTI-backed MNA Makhdoom Zain Hussain Qureshi's passport; arrest warrants were also issued for the secretary interior ministry for not removing journalist Sami Ibrahim's name from the no-fly list.
India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, stated that if necessary, India is willing to enter Pakistan and strike back in response to the alleged involvement of the Indian government in the killings of individuals deemed a threat to national security, as reported by The Guardian.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen voiced concerns about unfair business practices and excess production of cheap goods in China while emphasizing the importance of economic ties between the two countries and rejecting the idea of full economic separation.
President Biden will visit the Francis Scott Key Bridge wreckage in Baltimore to receive an update on response efforts and meet with the families of the six construction workers who died in the collapse.
Rep. Andy Harris questions why President Biden is not pushing the foreign company responsible for the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse to replace the bridge and cover the costs of clearing the wreckage, stating that Biden had called for similar action in Ohio.
Africa is experiencing a shift in political leadership with the rise of young leaders, including Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso and Mahamat Deby of Chad, who are under the age of 50 and bringing fresh perspectives to governance on the continent.
Gotion Inc., a California-based subsidiary of Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-Tech Co., is planning to build electric vehicle battery plants in the U.S. with taxpayer funding, despite evidence of ties between the company and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Senior leader and retired IPS officer Shaik Mohammad Iqbal has resigned from the YSR Congress party in Anantapur district due to personal reasons, after being ignored for party tickets in the upcoming assembly elections.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has outlined a busy agenda for the coming months, including dealing with the articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, passing must-pass bills, confirming executive and judicial branch nominations, and addressing various bipartisan issues.
President Joe Biden is using his infrastructure and clean-energy programs to send $250 billion to Republican and swing states, aiming to boost job-creating projects and potentially aid his reelection bid, according to Axios.
Bharat Rashtra Samithi member and former CM K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter Kalvakuntla Kavitha is facing further trouble as a Delhi court grants permission to the CBI to question her in connection with the Delhi liquor policy scam.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott responds to GOP criticism over federal funding for the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
North Korean citizens are facing punishment for carrying bags over one shoulder, as it is considered un-socialist and a form of copying capitalist South Korea, with offenders having their bags confiscated, being expelled from school, and even experiencing spells in labour camps.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Kangana Ranaut defends her comments on Subhas Chandra Bose and asserts her knowledge on the subject by referencing her film about the Nehru family.
Former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat has no regrets about his time in opposition and believes that the role of the opposition is important for a healthy democracy, despite the possibility of his party's dissolution.
The Biden administration expresses deep concern about Georgia's introduction of a Russian-inspired law that targets civil society groups, NGOs, and free speech, posing a threat to Georgia's commitment to Euro-Atlantic integration and its European path.
The United States cannot risk harming South Africa's economy, according to International Relations and Cooperation Minister Naledi Pandor, who expressed concern over recent US legislative developments that may impact the two countries' relationship.
The port of Baltimore could reopen by the end of the month after efforts to clear the collapsed bridge blocking the shipping channel, with President Joe Biden calling for the federal government to cover the cost of rebuilding the bridge.
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has responded to a report claiming that India's Research & Analysis Wing (RAW) has been carrying out operations to eliminate terrorists on foreign soil, stating that India will always give a strong response to any terrorist activities conducted on Indian soil or from neighboring countries.
Controversy arises as Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's photo is placed next to Bhagat Singh and BR Ambedkar on a wall, with Bhagat Singh's grandnephew expressing his dismay and emphasizing that nobody should liken themselves to Bhagat Singh.
Former Mumbai Congress president Sanjay Nirupam criticized the Congress party, describing it as "organisationally disturbed" with five power centers, including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and general secretary K C Venugopal, who has emerged as the eyes and ears of Rahul.
Mayor Eric Adams expressed support for a City Council bill that aims to change squatter's rights in New York City, stating that he believes individuals should contribute to the costs of staying in someone else's home.
Special counsel Jack Smith may seek to have the judge presiding over Donald Trump's alleged mishandling of classified documents recused, as arguments over jury instructions push the case to its breaking point.
The House Freedom Caucus is demanding that federal funds allocated for the rebuilding of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge be offset by cuts elsewhere, with a focus on structural repairs and the lifting of the Biden administration's pause on LNG export permits.
A new poll reveals that 70% of Scots want fresh leaders, dealing a blow to Humza Yousaf and suggesting a desire for change in political leadership in Scotland.
Former Union Minister Dr Killi Kruparani has joined the Congress party after quitting the ruling YSR Congress Party, expressing her belief that the state will only develop if the Congress party comes to power.
Bhagat Singh's grandnephew criticizes Arvind Kejriwal for comparing himself to the freedom fighter, saying that no one should compare themselves with legends like Bhagat Singh and BR Ambedkar.
Telangana Chief Minister KCR has commissioned vastu-compliant changes to the Telangana Bhavan in response to his party's defeat in the recent election, including closing the existing Northwest gate and arranging for a new main gate on the Northeast side to improve traffic flow and serve vastu purposes.
Park Choong-kwon, a former ballistic missile researcher in North Korea, is set to become a South Korean lawmaker and one of only four escapees from North Korea to serve in the South's legislature, aiming to play a role in inter-Korean relations and bridge the gap between the two halves of the peninsula.
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra endorses current Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin as a suitable leader during a political "transition," while also highlighting his own daughter's qualifications to lead the ruling Pheu Thai Party to victory in the 2027 election.
President Biden is growing frustrated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the events in Gaza, and there are indications that the US may reassess its support for Israel's war efforts, leading to increased pressure from critics on Capitol Hill.
Opoku-Ahweneeh Danquah, the CEO of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), has stepped down from his position, citing increasing challenges as the reason for his resignation.
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and President Asif Ali Zardari express their determination to eradicate terrorism from Pakistan.
Joe Biden appeared confused and stumbled over his words during a speech, even shouting at someone controlling the teleprompter, while also making false claims about spending time with Xi Jinping.
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives are in conflict over a long-awaited aid bill for Ukraine and other key allies, with hardline Republicans demanding border security provisions and spending cuts, and firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene threatening to force a vote to remove Speaker Mike Johnson from his position.
Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert, who is seeking reelection in a new district in Colorado, faces challenges in dispelling concerns about her controversial behavior and proving herself as a serious legislator, while still maintaining her identity as a MAGA warrior.
President Joe Biden is expected to visit the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore to assess the cleanup efforts and meet with the families of the victims, as the Army Corps of Engineers works to reopen the shipping lanes and restore normal capacity to Baltimore's port by the end of May.
President Joe Biden is expected to visit the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, receiving updates on the cleanup efforts and meeting with the families of victims, as the U.S. works to reopen shipping lanes that are crucial to the economy and port operations.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is facing allegations of corruption for the first time in a decade, with details emerging of corporate funding from tainted companies and potential quid pro quo arrangements, leading the Supreme Court to rule against the use of anonymous electoral bonds for political financing.