Republicans in Congress are going to great lengths to protect billionaire GOP megadonors who helped reshape the Supreme Court, threatening investigations and boycotting subpoenas in blatant hypocrisy, while simultaneously supporting the Biden impeachment inquiry based on unsubstantiated accusations.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar lost his temper at a meeting of INDIA bloc leaders when asked to translate his Hindi speech, asserting that Hindi is the national language and should be understood by everyone.
Former Vice President Joe Biden praised the late Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor for her contributions to gender equality and her ability to find common ground in her role as a moderate swing vote on the court.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif indirectly blamed the country's military establishment for its economic woes, stating that they "shot ourselves in our own foot" and imposed a selected government through rigged elections, leading to the suffering of the people and the downfall of the economy.
A Senate report found that US government watchlists used for screening travelers for potential terrorist connections are overly broad and lack transparency, leading to unfair targeting and loss of trust in the government.
141 opposition politicians in India have been suspended from parliament after protesting against a recent security breach, marking the largest number of bulk suspensions in the country's parliamentary history.
The head of the UK Statistics Authority has challenged Rishi Sunak's claim of reducing public debt, stating that the prime minister's definition was misleading and could undermine trust in government statistics.
With less than two weeks remaining for Governor Kathy Hochul to sign bills, a last-minute lobbying push is underway in Albany to address important issues such as banning noncompete agreements and curbing deforestation by restricting purchases from companies that contribute to deforestation.
A federal appeals court rejected former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows' bid to move his Georgia election case to federal court, affirming that his reported actions in the racketeering case were not related to his official government duties.
Law enforcement agencies have seized the main website of a Russian-speaking cyber gang responsible for extorting hundreds of millions of dollars from over 1,000 victims worldwide, saving victims around $68 million and dealing a blow to the cybercriminal syndicate.
The Northern Ireland secretary has called for the restoration of devolved government in Northern Ireland after talks with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) over post-Brexit trading arrangements ended, leading to confusion and disapproval from the DUP leader.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded an apology from the united Opposition in Parliament after a Trinamool MP mimicked Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar during protests against the suspension of MPs.
The U.K. has offered a final financial package of £3.3 billion to revive Northern Ireland's government, including a commitment to write off £559 million in existing overspends, but the Democratic Unionist Party is still in negotiations and seeking guarantees on economic divergence from the EU.
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned until December 21st following a discussion on three crime law bills and the suspension of 141 opposition MPs, who are protesting against the violation of democratic norms and the BJP-led government's attempts to pass legislation without debate.
The Irish government has condemned a suspected arson attack on a hotel in Galway that was supposed to house 70 migrants, stating that there is no justification for violence or vandalism.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif indirectly blamed the military establishment for the country's economic woes, stating that Pakistan "shot ourselves in our own foot" and accused the military of rigging the 2018 polls and forcing senior judges to remove him from power.
Director Alex Garland's upcoming film "Civil War" aims to depict a second civil war in the United States without delving into the politics behind it, sparking discussions about the potential consequences and motivations behind such a conflict.
A federal appeals court has rejected former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows' bid to move his Georgia election interference case to federal court, complicating the racketeering case against Donald Trump and others involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
Forty-nine Indian opposition lawmakers were suspended from the legislature for disrupting House proceedings and demanding a debate on a parliament security breach, which the government has justified as a move to pass important legislation without any meaningful debate.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has gained attention and controversy for her renegade policies and resistance to Ottawa, making her the most interesting political personality of the year.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Andhra Pradesh has shared a meme on social media ruling out an alliance with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in the upcoming elections, but their future actions remain uncertain.
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen faces backlash after making disparaging comments about Rwanda and its President Paul Kagame, prompting calls for government officials to receive diplomatic training.
Daily Kos supports the Black community and provides ways to get involved in the upcoming elections.
Aleksei A. Navalny, the imprisoned Russian opposition leader, has been missing for two weeks, leading his allies to launch a frantic campaign to find him amid concerns for his safety.
Kenya's Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary has defended Rwanda's government against accusations of autocracy, stating that each country within the East Africa Community has its own unique democratic system.
PM Modi's ex-Principal Secy has disclosed PM's focus on utilizing advanced technology for efficient governance, leading to significant technological advancements in India, particularly in digital payment systems.
Attorney General and Jomo Kenyatta seek out-of-court settlement in firearm license dispute, with Jomo accusing the government of violating his constitutional rights.
Women for America First, a pro-Trump group, deliberately withheld information about a planned march to the US Capitol when applying for a permit for a protest near the White House on January 6, 2021, according to a report from the inspector general with the Interior Department.
House Republicans' vote to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden is baseless, cynical, and malicious, driven by revenge and the desire to create a diversion from Donald Trump's legal battles, despite the lack of evidence of wrongdoing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the use of advanced technology for good governance, leading to a major technological boom in India, particularly in digital payment, according to his former Principal Secretary.
Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee has sparked controversy by mimicking Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, with Dhankhar and other ministers condemning the act and criticizing Rahul Gandhi for filming it.
Lauren Boebert criticizes the reintroduction of gray wolves to rural America, stating that it puts ranchers and farmers at risk, and suggests listening to their concerns instead of following the decision made by environmental groups.
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Robert Clarke, criticizes Arise News TV presenters and accuses TV chairman Nduka Obaigbena of being a politician who serves selfish purposes.
The Indian government is facing criticism from the opposition for pushing through controversial criminal laws without proper debate, leading to accusations of a "dictatorship" and a desire to eliminate opposition.
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee proposes Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge as the Prime Ministerial candidate for the opposition INDIA bloc, with widespread approval, however, Kharge politely refuses and emphasizes the need to focus on winning first before discussing the PM position.
Maryland Senator Ben Cardin expresses anger and betrayal over the actions of former staffer Aidan Maese-Czeropski, who filmed himself having sex in a Congressional office building and faces potential legal consequences.
Opposition Parliamentarian Jaya Bachchan criticized the terrible condition of the washrooms in the Parliament and accused the Rajya Sabha Chairman of preventing her from speaking, while also slamming the Centre for passing bills without discussion during the ongoing suspensions of Opposition members.
Daily Kos is encouraging active participation in the upcoming elections, showing support for the Black community.
Germany's foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, is facing backlash for the purchase of a multi-million-euro "swanky palace" in Brussels, which auditors have deemed a waste of taxpayers' money.
Trinamool Congress MP mimics Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, with Rahul Gandhi capturing the moment on video, leading to criticism and outrage from Dhankhar and other political figures.
Yemen's Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, are escalating attacks on ships in the Red Sea to seek revenge against Israel, potentially causing disruptions to global trade and sparking fears of a wider regional conflict.
Senate negotiators are not expected to reach an agreement on President Biden's aid package for Ukraine and Israel before the end of the year due to unresolved issues, leading to a delay on the voting.
German MEP Maria Noichl is advocating for an EU-wide regulation to criminalize the purchase of sex, arguing that it is gender-based violence and not a job, but there is disagreement over whether this proposal would worsen the job conditions for sex workers.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed his distress over Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee mimicking him, stating that it was an insult to his farmer family background and the Jat community, and condemned the Congress for supporting such behavior.
President Trump and former Vice President Biden are both met with disapproval in a recent NYT/Siena poll, with Trump beating Biden among registered voters and Biden beating Trump among likely voters. Additionally, there is growing criticism of Trump's use of dehumanizing language, comparing immigrants to "vermin" and "poisoning the blood of our country," prompting the Biden campaign to liken his remarks to those of Hitler and Mussolini, and expressing concern over Trump's rhetoric. Among voters between 18 and 29 years old, nearly three quarters disapprove of Biden's handling of the conflict in Gaza and say they would vote for Trump.
Senator Ben Cardin expressed his anger and betrayal after his former aide was accused of filming a sex tape in a congressional hearing room, leading to the aide's departure from the Senate office.
Telangana's primary opposition leader, KTR, engages in a heated social media war with Karnataka CM Siddharamaiah, as they trade accusations of fake promises and being a B-team of BJP.
Senate Republicans do not expect a deal on funding the war in Ukraine and enacting border security reforms before Christmas, and negotiations are likely to continue into January.
Rep. Eric Swalwell's presence at Hunter Biden's press conference, along with the fact that Swalwell's office reserved the space where the conference took place, raises questions about his possible involvement in Biden defying a House subpoena, according to legal expert Jonathan Turley.
Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee president and chief minister A Revanth Reddy has left for New Delhi to seek the endorsement of the party high command for the list of ministers to be inducted into the cabinet in the second phase of expansion.