White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre struggled to provide a clear answer when questioned about President Biden's decision not to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, shifting responsibility to the Department of Energy and emphasizing the process rather than the actual refill.
Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Stephen Breyer believes that the American people can learn from how the justices on the Supreme Court respectfully treat each other during disagreements, in order to bridge the political divide in the country.
Georgia's governing party, Georgian Dream, plans to revive a controversial "foreign agents law" that would require organizations receiving over 20% of their funding from abroad to register as foreign agents, sparking protests from pro-democracy groups and criticism from the EU and President Salome Zurabishvili.
The House of Representatives has disowned recent comments made by the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, suggesting that the lack of investment in the oil and gas sector signifies a rejection of the Petroleum Industry Act, emphasizing that these comments were the personal views of a lawmaker and not reflective of the entire House.
A Palestinian American doctor walked out of a meeting with President Biden at the White House in protest of Biden's support for the Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip.
Rishi Sunak defended his wife's wealth and his US Green Card while insisting that the UK is his "permanent home" during a grilling session where he also answered quickfire questions and discussed various political topics.
The Hungarian embassy in Brasília fired two Brazilian employees after leaked security footage showed former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro hiding inside the embassy, prompting political outcry and calls for his arrest.
US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will announce an "historic" agreement next week to upgrade the US-Japan security relationship, with an unprecedented trilateral engagement involving Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr.
CM Revanth Reddy and opposition leader KCR engaged in a heated discussion over farmer compensation, with Revanth demanding Rs 100 crore from KCR's electoral bond funding and KCR responding by challenging him to step down as CM.
Scotland's new Hate Crime Act has led to an influx of complaints, including against public figures like JK Rowling and the First Minister, highlighting the dangers of limiting free speech and setting a concerning precedent for censorship in England, Wales, and Ireland.
The Federal Communications Commission is set to vote on April 25 to restore net neutrality rules that were repealed under former President Trump, a move that has garnered praise from consumer advocacy groups but criticism from lobby groups representing Internet providers who claim it will hinder network investment and innovation.
The state government of Andhra Pradesh began the disbursement of pensions to eligible beneficiaries, releasing an amount of Rs 1951.69 crore for this purpose, after delays caused by political conflicts between the YSR Congress party and the Telugu Desam Party.
At least six men working in the UK Parliament received unsolicited messages containing naked photos in WhatsApp 'phishing' attacks.
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown urges President Joe Biden to assess the national security concerns related to Nippon Steel's ties with China's steel industry amid the company's bid to acquire U.S. Steel for $14.1 billion.
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer reasserts that "impeachment is still on the table" for President Joe Biden, despite the lack of concrete evidence, with hopes that a future Trump administration will hold the Bidens accountable; however, this appears to be an effort to undermine Biden's image before the upcoming presidential election.
Israel and Hamas will continue to fight each other for many years, while a peace deal with Saudi Arabia is within reach, according to Benny Gantz, the war-cabinet minister and National Unity MK.
Department of Justice Special Counsel Jack Smith is considering seeking the removal of Judge Aileen Cannon from Donald Trump's classified documents case, due to her handling of the case and her interpretation of the Presidential Records Act.
The leader of the Irish Freedom Party, Hermann Kelly, has had a complaint filed against him with the European Parliament following an alleged altercation with a journalist.
Former Anambra governor, Peter Obi, criticizes the Nigerian government's excessive borrowing without proper utilization, prompting a PDP chieftain to berate Obi for his own substantial increase in Anambra state's debt during his time as governor.
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer claims that Republicans have evidence of crimes committed by the Biden family and are now focused on holding them accountable, although he did not specify the specific laws violated.
Brexit Britain is leading the way in Europe's manufacturing recovery, with UK manufacturing returning to growth for the first time since July 2022, although caution remains as challenges still persist.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and an American delegation had to drive from Paris to Brussels for a NATO meeting after their plane was grounded due to a mechanical issue, a repeat of a previous incident in January.
A review board appointed by the Biden administration criticized Microsoft's security practices and transparency, stating that the company's errors allowed state-backed Chinese hackers to breach email accounts of senior U.S. officials and multiple U.S. agencies, and called for significant security improvements and cultural change within the company.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan postponed his trip to Saudi Arabia after cracking a rib in a minor accident, affecting his ability to travel, as the US tries to smoothen relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia amid rising tensions in the region.
Senator Shehu Sani criticizes President Bola Tinubu's administration for increasing electricity tariffs by 300%, stating that it will negatively impact lives and businesses in Nigeria.
The mayor of Eilat expressed concerns about the security situation in the city, highlighting the need for the government to address the threat and ensure the safety of the port and businesses, following a recent incident of aircraft infiltration.
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, warns that his implementation of a peace pact is not a sign of weakness, and he will surprise those who perceive it as such.
Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner is causing turmoil in the German coalition as he insists on massive savings in social welfare to make room for increased military expenditure, leading to tensions between the parties.
Manhattan District Attorney's office opposes Trump's request to delay hush money trial, arguing that the national attention surrounding the case is not likely to subside and accusing Trump of deliberately generating press attention himself.
House Republicans are launching multiple oversight inquiries and investigations in an attempt to inflict political damage on the White House, but their lack of focus and failure to govern is concerning.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to vote on reinstating net neutrality rules, which were repealed by the Trump administration, in April, and the move has potential for bipartisan support.
UAW President Shawn Fain addresses union members in North Carolina, stating that Southern politicians are sensing a change as auto workers at Mercedes' plant in Tuscaloosa join together to form a union with the UAW, leading to pushback from the company and wealthy individuals.
Mohammed Musa, brother of Miyetti Allah's President, has denied involvement in the establishment of an ethnic militia group, stating that his brother only has a registered vigilante company that promotes peace and offers security services.
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan has postponed his trip to Saudi Arabia due to a cracked rib, delaying discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel.
First Lady Jill Biden announced that the nation's top teachers will be honored with a state dinner at the White House, marking the first time educators will receive this recognition typically reserved for foreign heads of state or government.
The Israeli government is facing surging protests, but they are still moving forward with plans to resettle Gaza, raising questions about who or what can stop them.
The Supreme Court has declared the amnesty given to former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV as valid, ruling that former President Rodrigo Duterte's revocation of it is unconstitutional.
According to Brand Finance, the UK has retained its position as the second most powerful country in the world, behind the US, in what is being seen as a "huge Brexit victory."
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman's report criticizes government spending of 27.8 million shekels ($7.5 million) on security and maintenance for Prime Minister Netanyahu's private residences in Jerusalem and Caesarea between January 2019 and November 2023.
The Edo State deputy governor's misconduct investigation will continue despite a court order adjourning the case until April 8, 2024.
Palestinian American doctor, Thaer Ahmad, walked out of a White House meeting due to his dissatisfaction with President Biden's handling of the war in Gaza and the lack of concrete steps taken to address the situation.
Former Bahati MP Kimani Ngunjiri has announced his departure from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, citing a lack of appreciation and discrepancies in party positions, while still expressing support for President William Ruto.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces increased criticism and concerns about a leadership change after the passage of a $1.2 trillion spending package and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate.
COAS Munir met President Zardari to discuss ongoing army operations against terrorism, army's role in development initiatives, and President Zardari's concern over baseless political allegations against the army.
K. T. Rama Rao, the working president of Bharat Rashtra Samithi, has sent legal notices to Telangana minister Konda Surekha, MLA Yennam Srinivas Reddy, and Congress leader K. Mahender Reddy for defamation after they made allegations against him in a phone tapping case.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich opposes the purchase of two squadrons of fighter jets from the US until the defense budget committee convenes, citing the need to examine and modify defense budget principles first.
The appointment of Dr. Dennis Otuaro as the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme by President Bola Tinubu has been criticized by Emmanuel Ishaka, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Delta State, who argues that the majority of APC members in the state are unhappy with the decision.
A seven-man panel has been set up by the Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, to investigate the allegation of misconduct against Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, as part of an impeachment process initiated by the state House of Assembly.
### Summary Hungary's new gas deal with Russia raises concerns that it is becoming too dependent on Moscow for its energy needs.
President Biden will highlight Democrats' efforts to lower the cost of inhalers after drugmakers announced plans to cap prices, alongside Senator Bernie Sanders, at the White House.