The state Congress unit disapproves of DMK MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian's admiration for LTTE chief Prabhakaran, expressing that eulogizing him is as fringe as Hindutva Nationalism and not acceptable because of the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi.
Hunter Biden's legal team is considering how to respond to a subpoena from the Republican-led House Oversight Committee, while legal representatives for President Biden's brother James have engaged in communication with the committee, raising questions about Hunter Biden's legal exposure and potential implications for his ongoing criminal trial.
Rep. George Santos of New York dismisses allegations of campaign fund misuse and ethics violations, claiming a biased political hit piece, as the House prepares to vote for his expulsion this week.
Former President Jimmy Carter is expected to attend the memorial service for his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, along with all of the living former first ladies, including Melania Trump, in Atlanta.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) revealed that he spoke with Rep. George Santos (R-NY) about his options ahead of a potential vote to expel Santos from Congress due to campaign finance violations and lying about it.
Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis criticizes British counterpart Rishi Sunak for canceling a meeting where he planned to discuss the issue of the Parthenon marbles, sparking renewed tensions over the antiquities.
Nassau County Executive calls for the resignation of Hofstra University's president, claiming that she failed to condemn Hamas without equivocation in a statement regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Leftwing activists, including actor Cynthia Nixon, have launched a hunger strike outside the White House to pressure President Joe Biden into demanding a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and denounce the US administration's support for Israel's military offensive.
One of Ukraine's top cybersecurity officials, Victor Zhora, has been detained on embezzlement charges, after being fired along with his colleague Yurii Shchyhol last week.
Reports of internal strife within the Biden administration emerged as White House staffers expressed concern over the administration's unwavering support of Israel during the Israel-Hamas conflict. National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby defended Biden's approach, emphasizing that the administration is listening to various perspectives and working to achieve results.
Republican Rep. George Santos of New York may face expulsion from the House of Representatives, but he could still enjoy privileges like access to the House floor and lawmakers-only facilities if he becomes a former member of Congress.
The New Mexico Supreme Court upheld a Democratic-drawn congressional map that redistributed districts, despite Republican opposition, arguing that it did not constitute egregious gerrymandering.
The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's upcoming election interference trial dismissed his request to subpoena "missing" records from the House Jan. 6 committee, calling it a "fishing expedition" not in good faith.
George Soros-funded group, the Open Society Policy Center, funneled over $15 million to Future Forward USA Action, a nonprofit tied to Biden's main outside super PAC, for research and content testing on critical policy issues in preparation for the 2024 elections.
Conservatives are raising concerns about Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers using a pseudonym email address for public business, while both Evers and his predecessor, Scott Walker, have defended the practice as a means of managing email volume and digital security.
Monica Lewinsky has called for a series of constitutional amendments, including age limits for elected officials and a ban on presidential self-pardons, in an op-ed she penned for Vanity Fair.
Jagmeet Singh, the leader of Canada's New Democratic Party, faced criticism after being spotted carrying a Versace-branded tote bag or shopping bag from the luxury fashion company.
Greek government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis criticized British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's cancellation of a meeting with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis as "unprecedented" and "disrespectful," following a dispute over the Parthenon Marbles, which Mitsotakis has been pushing for their return to Greece.
The Election Commission has suspended the disbursement of Rythu Bandhu funds in Telangana after a war of words between the BRS and Congress parties regarding the scheme, with both parties appealing to the EC to reconsider its decision.
White House press corps veteran April Ryan asked if President Biden would be willing to meet with Stevie Wonder to discuss his concerns, including issues related to the Black agenda and racial inequality, but the White House spokesperson stated that there were no scheduled meetings at the time.
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has announced her departure from Twitter, criticizing the social media platform as a "gigantic global sewer" that undermines democracy and constructive debate.
Efforts are reportedly underway by US congressional leaders to salvage a controversial surveillance program, known as Section 702, by potentially slipping in a provision into a "must-pass" defense authorization bill, sparking concerns about bypassing support from rank-and-file members.
A diplomatic row between the British and Greek governments erupts over the Elgin Marbles, with the cancellation of a meeting between the Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and British Chancellor Rishi Sunak following Mitsotakis' call for the return of the marbles.
Republican Congressman Kevin McCarthy is being mocked for his historical inaccuracy after claiming in a tweet that America has never asked for land after wars, despite examples like the Mexican-American War and the Spanish-American War.
A large number of White House reporters have been excluded from President Biden's press corps Christmas parties for the second year in a row, leading to accusations that journalists are being punished for their coverage.
UK Home Secretary, James Cleverly, is facing difficulties and criticism for his handling of various issues, including the Supreme Court ruling on the Rwanda policy and immigration figures, leading to a defensive position in the Commons and a questionable apology for derogatory comments.
Speaker Mike Johnson is "confident and optimistic" that Congress will provide supplemental funding for both Israel and Ukraine, but he emphasizes that Ukraine funding must be accompanied by border policy changes.
Former President Jimmy Carter, 99, is expected to attend services honoring his late wife Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta, depending on his well-being and rest, as he has rarely been seen in public since entering hospice care in February.
Polish President Andrzej Duda appoints Mateusz Morawiecki as the head of a proposed new government, following the Law and Justice party's victory in the parliamentary elections, but it is unlikely that the government will receive a vote of confidence from the Polish parliament.
James Cleverly has apologized for using inappropriate language in the House of Commons but denies using a derogatory term to describe the Stockton North constituency, instead claiming it was directed at the constituency's MP, Alex Cunningham.
Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman, had extensive ties to the Egyptian government, which helped him capitalize on his relationship with US Senator Bob Menendez, leading to an international scandal.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a national budget for the next three years, increasing spending by 25% with a record amount going towards defense, as the military operation in Ukraine continues.
First Lady Jill Biden broke tradition by not hanging stockings for her grandchildren in the State Dining Room, instead opting to hang them at Camp David for the holiday season.
Reuters fired veteran White House photographer Jonathan Ernst over alleged "gross neglect of duty" following a heated disagreement with White House press aides during President Joe Biden's prime-time national address, although details of his behavior leading to termination remain unclear and there are suspicions that he was targeted by higher-ups at Reuters.
Lord Cameron is being urged to release £2.34bn in funds from the sale of Chelsea FC, which were promised for "all Ukraine war victims," amid growing frustration and a call for humanitarian aid support beyond Ukraine's geographical borders.
Senator Elizabeth Warren wants the government to investigate America's alleged "sandwich shop monopoly" after reports of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) probing the acquisition of Subway by Roark Capital, which already owns several other sandwich-serving chains.
Hamas has released 62 hostages, mostly women and children, with another prisoner exchange expected soon, while Congress prepares for intense spending battles in January and President Biden considers skipping the United Nations climate summit.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law suspending the indexation of salaries for government employees, saving 36 billion rubles ($403 million) in 2024, with an exception for military and security forces.
Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed several multi-billion dollar MoUs to enhance economic and strategic cooperation, marking a new era of bilateral relations, according to caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.
Polish President Andrzej Duda has sworn in a new government led by Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, despite his party's loss in the recent general election, with Morawiecki's term likely to be only 14 days as the opposition parties hold a solid majority in parliament.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has announced the closure of investigations into Kenya's post-election violence in 2007, relieving former key suspects such as President William Ruto and his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta, while focusing on cases of witness tampering.
Rahul Gandhi's statement that Asaduddin Owaisi and Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao are the two allies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi sparks a fresh attack from Owaisi.
Some lawmakers from the Servant of the People party are calling for the expulsion of MP Mariana Bezuhla after she called for the dismissal of Ukraine's chief commander Valerii Zaluzhnyi due to the lack of a military plan for 2024.
Lawmakers returning to Congress face crucial tasks including passing emergency funding for Ukraine, potential expulsion of Rep. George Santos, resolving the military promotion blockade, and tackling the National Defense Authorization Act and government funding.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts have weakened over the past year, with only 54% of companies having a budget for DEI initiatives and external forces increasingly opposing DEI investment, according to a report by Paradigm.
The editor in chief of Haaretz called Elon Musk a "blatant antisemite" and criticized his visit to Israel, while Musk faced backlash over antisemitic content on his social media platform X.
Scandal-plagued New York Republican Rep George Santos expects to be expelled from the House after a House Ethics Committee report found substantial evidence of criminal violations, including misusing campaign funds for personal expenses.
The White House is transformed into a whimsical wonderland with the theme of "Magic, Wonder and Joy," featuring oversized decorations and nods to the poem "’Twas the Night Before Christmas" to capture the delight and imagination of childhood during the holiday season.
Nigel Farage defends Brexit, stating that it allows the UK to make its own mistakes, during a clash with Fred Sirieix on reality TV show I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!, while Reform UK leader Richard Tice denies offering cash or money to Tory MPs to defect to his party.
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's plan for an exclusive IT Park for the minority community has sparked controversy, with leaders from rival parties expressing opposition and concerns about appeasement.