Republican Kevin McCarthy is making waves by praising Democrats and criticizing his own party for its lack of diversity in a viral video from a debate at Oxford University, but some are skeptical of his motives as he made the comments after being ousted by his fellow Republicans.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election, a move that is expected to secure his grip on power for at least another six years. Despite facing challenges such as the war in Ukraine, Putin still enjoys considerable support from the Russian populace.
The UK government is facing pressure from Tory MPs to support the Prime Minister's plan to process and potentially resettle migrants in Rwanda to deter them from crossing the Channel in small boats, as concerns are raised about the approach and the proposed legislation.
The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing on a plea filed by the Andhra Pradesh government challenging the bail granted to TDP supremo Chandrababu Naidu in connection with a scam case, with further hearing scheduled for January 19, 2024.
EU leaders have returned from their summit in Brussels with a sense that Beijing is acknowledging the problems in their relationship and listening to their concerns, even though they remain far apart on core issues like trade and Russia.
Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) expressed support for delaying the release of January 6 footage in order to protect innocent individuals from being targeted by "insurrection hunters."
BRS Chief K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) has started his hip replacement surgery after sustaining an injury from a fall, with the procedure expected to take 6 to 8 weeks for recovery.
After failing to secure the top job at the European Investment Bank, Margrethe Vestager now has little to lose and the opportunity to focus on important state aid cases and her role in enforcing digital and antitrust regulations in her remaining 11 months at the European Commission.
LBC analysis reveals that the £290m committed to the Rwanda policy could have been used to handle almost 400,000 asylum claims in the UK, highlighting criticism of the government's approach.
George Santos, recently ousted from Congress, is now selling Cameo videos for $500 each, where he will say anything for the money, including admitting to lying about his NYU MBA and recommending OnlyFans accounts and furries, among other things.
The Deputy Leader of the DUP, Gavin Robinson, has accused the Government of failing to address unionist concerns over post-Brexit trading arrangements, highlighting a "total failure" in recent months; meanwhile, Sinn Fein's Conor Murphy has called on the DUP to return to the Stormont Assembly, stating that the party has left Northern Ireland without a government for almost two years, resulting in dire consequences for public services.
President Biden's proposal to provide aid to Ukraine and Israel has complicated matters for him as it has sparked demands from Republicans for changes to border policy, leaving his own party divided and creating obstacles for his foreign policy goals.
The Income Tax department has seized over Rs 200 crore in raids at premises linked to a liquor manufacturing firm allegedly linked to Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu, making it the largest cash seizure in Odisha's history.
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that House Republicans need more time to prepare the public release of footage of the J6 Capitol attack in order to blur the faces of the insurrectionists and protect them from DOJ prosecution.
The British government is pushing forward with a legislation to deport illegal immigrants to Rwanda, overriding parts of U.K. human rights law and court rulings that previously blocked the controversial plan.
Revanth Reddy, the new Chief Minister of Telangana, sparked controversy with his "Bihar DNA" comment, drawing criticism from leaders in Bihar and the BJP, who demanded an apology for his divisive remarks.
Democratic Representative Jamaal Bowman criticized Republican Representative Mike Lawler for speaking about the southern border and West Bank without having visited either, during a debate on CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip.
Former Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao is facing the problem of where to stay in Hyderabad, as he does not have a proper house to meet people and party workers.
Former Congressman George Santos, who is under federal indictment, is earning money from Cameo videos despite facing charges, as New York's "Son of Sam" law does not apply to federal criminal cases; however, the videos could harm him if he is sentenced to prison.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi slams the Congress and promises to return every penny looted from the public, after the Income Tax department recovers crores of rupees from a business group allegedly linked to the party's MP.
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the faces of some Jan. 6 rioters will be blurred in the security footage from inside the US Capitol, despite already being identified by volunteer online sleuths, while Massachusetts Attorney General filed a civil lawsuit against a neo-Nazi group and an internal Pentagon report revealed that dozens of service members were investigated for extremist activity.
The House Judiciary and Intelligence committees are locked in a battle over how to reform the nation's warrantless surveillance powers, with both committees vying for their preferred bills to win out.
Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra was expelled from the Lok Sabha after being denied the opportunity to speak, and she denounced the decision as a kangaroo court, stating that she was found guilty of breaching a code of ethics that does not exist.
The DUP deputy leader accuses the UK government of failing to address unionist concerns regarding post-Brexit trading arrangements, hindering progress in Northern Ireland's powersharing impasse.
Republicans and right-wing media are attempting to destroy Hunter Biden in order to undermine his father's presidency, according to Hunter Biden himself in a podcast interview with musician Moby.
Senate Republicans are urging President Joe Biden to take a more active role in negotiations to secure aid for Ukraine, with concerns that the talks could collapse without presidential involvement.
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) announces his resignation, leaving a legacy as an ineffective leader who failed to unify his caucus.
EU leaders feel that their concerns were taken seriously by Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang during their recent summit, marking an improvement in their relations, although significant gaps remain on trade and Russia.
A top House Republican is introducing a bill to reinstate a Trump-era policy that required federal agencies to cut two regulations for every new one enacted, aiming to curb President Biden's regulatory actions.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy refuses to accept the resignation of power department CMD Prabhakar Rao until he submits details about the department's income and expenditure.
Italy will leave China's Belt and Road Initiative when its contract expires in 2024, reflecting growing European concerns about Beijing's global ambitions and raising questions about the program's effectiveness.
Former Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao will be out of action for at least two months after fracturing his hip in a bathroom fall, requiring left hip replacement surgery and a recovery time of six to eight weeks.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has initiated 'Praja Darbar' to address public grievances, receiving applications from citizens and personally hearing their concerns.
Former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao was admitted to a hospital in Hyderabad after suffering a fall at his farmhouse, with a suspected hip fracture.
Greek politician Eva Kaili, who was arrested and charged with corruption, has returned to work as an MEP and launched a legal challenge to clear her name, as there is a chance the case against her might collapse.
Former Chief Minister of Telangana K. Chandrasekhar Rao is undergoing treatment at Yashoda Hospital after suffering a hip fracture from a fall in his farmhouse.
Former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) has been hospitalized and requires hip replacement surgery after sustaining a fracture from a fall in his farmhouse.
Donald Tusk's return as the Polish prime minister brings hope for a more constructive and pro-European government, but he will face challenges in managing a divided nation and navigating Poland's domestic politics.
Conservative MPs fear the potential return of Nigel Farage and his Reform UK party, which is gaining support and could pose a threat to the Tories in the next general election.
European Parliament vice president Eva Kaili, who was arrested in connection with a corruption scandal, offered World Cup invitations to EU officials in an attempt to foster closer ties with Qatar.
Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, has been indicted on nine charges, including three felonies, for allegedly evading over $1 million in taxes and living an extravagant lifestyle, spending money on drugs, escorts, luxury hotels, and more.
Images of detained Palestinian men reflect a broader debate about Israel's tactics, according to Rep. Elissa Slotkin.
The use of Pakistani passports by Sirajuddin Haqqani and other Afghan nationals has raised questions regarding the relationship between the Taliban-led Afghan government and Pakistan, while Pakistan has arrested officials involved in issuing the passports and cancelled them. Additionally, upcoming talks between Pakistan and the United States will focus on Afghanistan and the challenges faced by Afghan immigrants in Pakistan. Pakistan has rejected the recent US Country Report on Terrorism, stating that it fails to recognize the country's efforts in combating terrorism and controlling terror financing.
Newly released documents show that Hunter Biden's financial benefactor held a crisis meeting and expressed concerns about the political "risk" of Hunter's allegedly delinquent taxes.
Hunter Biden was indicted on nine tax charges in California, adding to the federal firearms charges he is already facing, with the charges focused on at least $1.4 million in taxes he owed between 2016 and 2019.
An indictment against Hunter Biden may put President Biden in a "trap" as it contradicts his claims of not being involved in his son's business dealings and could damage his credibility.
Florida Senator Rick Scott has called for federal regulators to investigate the import of "sewage garlic" from China due to concerns over unsanitary growing practices, citing alleged use of human feces and sewage as fertilizers and bleaching of garlic, but scientific data on the issue is scarce.
Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, advises President Bola Tinubu against becoming the Minister for Petroleum Resources, stating that it would hinder the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited's accountability.
Pawan Kalyan's alignment with TDP has led to diminishing optimism among his supporters, as his recent speeches and actions contradict the foundational principles of his party and his image has been damaged by a bitter defeat in the Telangana elections and low turnout at a recent meeting in Visakhapatnam.
Federal prosecutors have filed a new criminal case against Hunter Biden, although the exact charges have not been disclosed yet.