Joseph Maher, former principal deputy general counsel for the Department of Homeland Security, warns of the need to enhance security measures ahead of upcoming elections to prevent a repeat of the January 6 attack on the Capitol.
Documents obtained through the Right to Information Act reveal that former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi was informed and involved in discussions regarding the agreement to cede Katchatheevu islet to Sri Lanka in 1974, contradicting his previous claim of non-involvement, with the documents also highlighting India's security interests and weak legal case as reasons for the proposal.
Janasena president Pawan Kalyan revealed that he and his security team have been attacked by a designated blade batch, suspecting the ruling party's involvement, while Mudragada Padmanabham of the YSR Congress dismissed the allegations, suggesting that Pawan dislikes public interactions and fabricated the attacks.
Former South African Speaker of Parliament, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, has been charged with 12 counts of corruption and one count of money laundering for soliciting bribes during her time as defence minister.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Sher Afzal Marwat and Imran Khan's aide Salman Ahmad engage in a social media feud, with Ahmad questioning Marwat's intentions and suggesting he has been sidelined by Khan.
Jared Kushner's plans to build a tourist resort in Albania's protected coastal area near Vlora have faced opposition from locals who fear it will harm the environment and cultural sites, despite the potential boost to the local economy.
Former Congress spokesperson Gourav Vallabh joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), criticizing the Congress for its economic policies and its treatment of wealth creators, while expressing support for Prime Minister Modi's agenda and the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Justices of the Islamabad High Court are fighting to uphold their independence and protect judicial impartiality against interference from the executive, a fight that should concern us all.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has passed a law to create a new Venezuelan state around the oil-rich region of Essequibo in neighbouring Guyana, raising fears of a potential invasion and war.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's wife reads out a message from her husband, asking AAP legislators to address the problems faced by the people while he remains in jail.
East Palestine, an Ohio village emblematic of the consequences of deindustrialization, highlights the plight of small-town America that has been neglected by the ruling class's prioritization of financialization over domestic manufacturing.
Argentine President Javier Milei plans to implement a "roadmap" for the return of the Falkland Islands to Argentine administration before his term ends, facing criticism from more radical Argentines for not going far enough.
The US department of state spokesperson defended the country's stance on the arrest of Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal, stating that the US wants to see everyone in Pakistan treated with consistent rule of law and human rights.
Several top ministers in Tonga have resigned following a constitutional crisis sparked by King Tupou VI withdrawing "confidence and consent" for three ministries, with the prime minister and his key ally conceding to the king's demands.
The US state department denies having a pro-Kejriwal bias and asserts that every country should be treated with consistent rule of law and human rights.
Walter Onchonga Mong'are, also known as Nyambane, has been fired from his position as Director of Programmes, Advocacy, and Outreach under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Singoei stating that he is no longer authorized to conduct any business on behalf of the ministry.
Many prominent Muslim leaders declined President Joe Biden's iftar dinner invite due to their dissatisfaction with his support for Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to the cancellation of the annual White House Iftar extravaganza and a smaller meal with Muslim community leaders instead.
Former Taipei mayor Hau Lung-bin will visit mainland China to promote peace and emphasize the shared cultural heritage between Taiwan and China, amidst rising tensions between the two regions.
The United States has expressed its commitment to expanding its security partnership with Pakistan and ensuring that international assistance sent to Afghanistan does not reach unintended recipients.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro accuses the United States of constructing "secret military bases" in the disputed region of Guyana Essequibo, claiming it is an aggression against Venezuela and preparation for an escalation.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and likened him to a Democrat as she vowed to continue her efforts to remove him from his post.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has compared Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to a Democrat and vowed to push forward with her attempt to remove him from his post, criticizing him for striking a bipartisan deal on a funding bill and likening his tactics to those of Mitch McConnell and Nancy Pelosi.
Indonesia's president-elect and current defence minister, Prabowo Subianto, has scored a major diplomatic coup with his visits to China and Japan, signaling his objective of strengthening Jakarta's defensive capacity with the West while maintaining economic ties with Beijing.
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, explains that his implementation of a peace pact with President Tinubu is out of respect and not weakness, and warns that he will surprise those who perceive it as a sign of weakness.
The Moore Police Department has launched a new security program called 'Operation House Watch' that allows residents to have their homes monitored by trained volunteers while they are away, providing them with extra peace of mind.
President Biden is expected to express his frustrations to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu during their upcoming phone call following an Israeli airstrike that killed World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza, although the US' support for Israel's military operation remains unchanged.
Chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, disputes Israel's claim that an airstrike that killed his aid workers was unintentional, stating that the convoy was targeted systematically.
Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, is facing impeachment proceedings after being accused of leaking government secrets and committing perjury, with the rift between Shaibu and Governor Godwin Obaseki believed to be a contributing factor.
Trinamool Congress candidate Mahua Moitra shares a WhatsApp conversation with her mother, who expressed willingness to fight on her behalf in the event of arrest by central agencies, following a CBI search on their home and an FIR filed by the ED for alleged violations.
Argentina has cut 15,000 state jobs as part of President Javier Milei's efforts to reduce spending, leading to protests and a potential collision with trade unions.
Georgetown University faces backlash for inviting former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, who supported Trump's election falsehoods, to speak on the topic of democracy.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek held a press conference addressing the recent departure of her top aides, but did not provide clear reasons for their leaving or explain how she plans to move forward.
The Department of Justice is seeking prison time for Aimee Harris, the woman who stole Ashley Biden's diary and sold it to Project Veritas, a conservative media site, before the 2020 presidential election.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV, affirming the validity of his amnesty and deeming the revocation by former President Rodrigo Duterte unconstitutional due to a violation of due process and the right to equal protection under the law.
Retired Brig. Gen. Blaine Holt criticizes the U.S. defense procurement system, urging a refocus on mission priorities and highlighting the intertwined influence of Congress, lobbyists, and industry on defense spending decisions.
Han Dong's future with the Liberal Party remains uncertain as he faces allegations of benefiting from a Chinese foreign interference network in his 2019 nomination contest and his dealings with the Chinese consulate in Toronto, although he has denied the allegations.
New York is set to repeal an outdated law banning adultery after it was approved by legislators and awaits Governor Kathy Hochul's signature, finally allowing New Yorkers to have affairs without legal consequences.
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, has intensified his attacks on opposition leader N Chandrababu Naidu, comparing him to a villainous character and describing him as a sadist and deceiver, ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.
Former Union minister and Andhra Pradesh BJP president Daggubati Purandeswari has issued a legal notice to Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, demanding a public apology for linking her family to a recent drug seizure in Visakhapatnam.
The alliance between the Telugu Desam Party, Jana Sena Party, and Bharatiya Janata Party in Andhra Pradesh is unstable and unlikely to last long, according to former BJP leader Ambika Krishna.
Recent developments in the political arena of Andhra Pradesh highlight the evolving electoral landscape, including perspectives from the YCP and the TDP-JSP-BJP coalition.
Trade groups have warned that new post-Brexit border fees on imports of plant and animal products entering the UK through the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel could result in higher food prices and empty supermarket shelves.
Lawmakers in the UK are pressuring Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to suspend arms sales to Israel due to concerns that Israel is not following humanitarian law, following the death of aid workers in a mistaken Israeli airstrike.
A Palestinian American doctor walked out of a meeting between Muslim leaders and President Joe Biden in order to convey their frustrations and handed a letter from an 8-year-old orphan in Gaza, amidst mounting tensions between the Biden administration and the Muslim community.
Mark Cuban defends diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, stating that companies embracing DEI tend to be more successful, amidst ongoing debate and criticism from opponents of DEI initiatives.
A pro-Kremlin website has been accused of spreading propaganda and paying European politicians, causing a scandal in the EU.
A federal judge admonished a Jan. 6 rioter for downplaying the severity of the riots and his violent conduct, warning that the country must not normalize political violence.
Supporters and opponents of a Syracuse Common Council resolution calling for peace in Israel and Gaza packed the council chambers at City Hall, with demonstrators watching a study session that touched on routine city business.
The Biden administration refuses to get involved in calls for Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to retire, stating that it is a personal decision for her to make.
The national chairman of the Labour Party in Nigeria, Julius Abure, escaped an assassination attempt when his house was gutted by fire in the early hours of the day.