The Privy Council Office (PCO) spent $160,467.17 on lodging and transportation during the Liberal cabinet's retreat on the rising cost of living for Canadians, while expenses from other departments have yet to be disclosed.
House conservatives are pushing for the passage of the remaining government funding bills, facing challenges due to divides within the GOP over spending and issues such as abortion access, reproductive rights, funding for Amtrak, and cuts to federal departments.
Falkland Islanders reaffirm their commitment to remain a British Overseas Territory after Argentina's new president, Javier Milei, asserts Argentina's claim over the Falklands, stating that its return is "non-negotiable."
The Congress party has strongly criticized Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao for his insulting remarks against former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, stating that the people of Telangana will never forgive him and that his days as Chief Minister are numbered.
The Jana Sena Party (JSP) is combining Sanatana Dharma and socialism, inspired by poet Dasarathi Krishnamacharyulu, and is contesting elections in Telangana in alliance with the BJP, aiming to address corruption and promote youth employment and development in the state.
A National Assembly committee plans to visit Russia and Saudi Arabia to investigate the Sh17 billion fuel saga and is also seeking Ms. Anne Njeri's bank details and summoning key government officials to establish the origin and ownership of the fuel.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin may face legal consequences, including removal from office, after allegedly referring to his party MPs' influence on police promotion, violating constitutional provisions.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee speaks out on the cash-for-query case involving Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra, stating that her expulsion would ultimately benefit her before the elections; Banerjee also criticizes the BJP for its alleged attempts to "saffronize" the country's cricket team and suggests that central agencies targeting opposition leaders will focus on the BJP after the 2024 elections.
The Islamabad High Court's nullification of the August 29 notification for a jail trial in the cipher case is considered a significant victory for Shah Mahmood Qureshi, according to his lawyer.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey launches fresh attack on TMC MP Mahua Moitra, highlighting breach of confidentiality in sharing parliamentary questions and raising concerns about national security and stock market fluctuations.
The Economic Community of West African States Court in Abuja will deliver its ruling on interim measures on December 7, 2023, in a case regarding sanctions imposed on the Niger Republic by ECOWAS.
Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party emphasizes the need for talks with China to avert conflict, as opposition parties struggle to agree on a presidential candidate, with China's military pressure amplifying concerns ahead of the Jan. 13 poll.
German authorities have conducted searches in 15 properties in four German states in connection with the ban on both Hamas and pro-Palestinian group Samidoun, as part of their efforts to enforce the ban and dismantle illegal structures of these organizations.
The High Court has issued notices to 41 respondents, including Chief Minister Jagan, in a petition filed by MP Raghuramakrishna Raju alleging financial irregularities in Andhra Pradesh, with the hearing adjourned to December 14.
BJP leader Nishikant Dubey has criticized Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra for sharing her Parliament login credentials, stating that there is a Lok Sabha order emphasizing the need for confidentiality, which could have implications for the industrial sector and national security.
The accused leaders of a prostitution ring that serviced politicians, military officials, and government contractors kept meticulous records of their operation and netted over a million dollars, according to federal investigators.
The interim government in Punjab has assigned a signal-jamming vehicle to politician Maryam Nawaz Sharif for protection due to intelligence reports of threats from terrorists while campaigning in Punjab.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma suggested that India lost the World Cup final against Australia because it was played on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, stating that the match should not have been scheduled on a day linked to the Gandhi family.
Special Court Judge Abual Hasnat Zulqarnain has ordered that PTI Chairman Imran Khan and former foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi appear in court on November 28 for the cipher case, in which they are accused of illegal retention of a diplomatic document.
Argentina's newly-elected President, Javier Milei, surprises with a shift in tone towards China's leadership as he thanks Chinese President Xi Jinping for his congratulatory message, signaling a softening stance on China's communist regime.
Hungary's civil society groups accuse Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of attempting to silence dissent by proposing legislation to create a "sovereignty protection office" investigating foreign influence, a move seen as an effort to distract voters ahead of elections.
Concerns have been raised that Sinn Féin, the largest opposition party in Ireland, is using strategic lawsuits to intimidate and silence critics and media outlets, with at least eight active cases against media and political opponents.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Atlanta next week for a tribute service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who along with her husband, redefined the post-presidency by founding the Carter Center and advocating for mental health and global health initiatives.
New Zealand political leaders have reached an agreement to form the next government, with former businessman Christopher Luxon set to become the next prime minister after winning the largest proportion of votes in the general election, pending a final signoff from their parties.
The leaders of National, ACT, and NZ First will form a government and sign a coalition deal tomorrow at Parliament, as confirmed in a joint statement.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called for the cancellation of the candidature of Akbaruddin Owaisi, brother of AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi, after he allegedly threatened a police officer in Hyderabad, stating that the incident would have been resolved within five minutes in Assam due to lack of appeasement politics.
The leaders of National, ACT, and NZ First have confirmed their plan to sign a coalition deal in order to form a government.
The House Ethics Committee will not investigate Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pulling a fire alarm in a House office building, despite his guilty plea and agreement to pay a fine, as the majority of the committee did not agree to establish an investigative subcommittee.
Former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. John Bolton criticizes the recent Hamas hostage and cease-fire agreement, describing it as a detrimental deal for Israel.
UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron will face parliamentary scrutiny over his role in downplaying China's involvement in a controversial port development in Sri Lanka, as newly-unearthed footage reveals he sought to correct "misapprehensions" about China's role in the project.
The National Treasury of Kenya plans to implement a tax policy review in February 2024, stating that the tax cuts demanded by Opposition leaders cannot be implemented immediately.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has stated that if the BJP comes to power in Telangana, Hyderabad will be renamed Bhagyanagar within 30 minutes, while also criticizing the Congress and AIMIM's stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, is urging the Nigerian government to utilize their diplomatic ties with Finland to apprehend Biafran agitator Simon Ekpa, who has been accused by the military of fueling insecurity in the South-East region.
Labour unions criticize the Federal Government for reducing the supplementary budgetary allocation for wage awards to federal civil servants by N100bn, stating that it goes against their agreement.
Pakistan Peoples Party chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari called on veteran politicians to step aside and allow the youth to lead the country, stating that the older generation's lack of vision and focus on personal gains hinders national progress.
San Francisco business owners complain that the city is returning to being a den for homelessness and drug use after a temporary cleanup for the APEC conference, leading to criticism of Governor Gavin Newsom for prioritizing optics over security.
Democratic presidential challenger Rep. Dean Phillips criticized the hostage release deal negotiated by the Biden administration with Hamas, stating that it fails to address the Americans held captive by Hamas in Palestinian territory.
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and their spouses will travel to Georgia to attend services for former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who died at the age of 96 and was remembered for her humanitarian work and political counsel to her husband, former President Jimmy Carter.
A former national security adviser under President Obama, Stuart Seldowitz, was arrested by the New York City police for relentlessly harassing a street food vendor with Islamophobic insults, prompting widespread condemnation.
The meeting between Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Chinese President Xi Jinping was deemed "pointless" by Japanese media and analysts, with no progress made on key issues such as the territorial dispute over the Diaoyu Islands and human rights concerns. The meeting was seen as more of a symbolic gesture than a substantive discussion.
Democratic Senate candidate Hill Harper turned down a $20 million offer by a major donor to a pro-Israel political action committee to run against Representative Rashida Tlaib, stating that he cannot be "bought."
UK government adviser Jonathan Hall KC has advised against implementing new terrorism legislation to amend the law on glorifying terrorism following pro-Palestine marches, citing potential unintended consequences and the strain on law enforcement and security resources.
The Congress party has launched a no-holds-barred offensive against Prime Minister Narendra Modi by calling him 'panauti' in the hopes that the term will stick and become an issue in the 2024 elections, despite past personal attacks backfiring on the party.
Georgia's state Supreme Court refused to approve rules for a new commission to discipline and remove state prosecutors, preventing the commission from operating and potentially disciplining Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for indicting former President Donald Trump and 18 others.
The Liberal government accuses the Conservative party of abandoning Ukraine by voting against an updated free trade deal that supports carbon pricing, sparking accusations of betrayal and political point-scoring.
Labour has called on the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, to answer questions regarding David Cameron's tax affairs during his time working for Greensill Capital, amid concerns over perks and payments received while lobbying for the collapsed finance firm.
Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot responded to PM Narendra Modi's accusations by questioning why the Centre didn't dismiss his government if it sympathizes with terrorists, and advised the BJP to focus on policies and performance rather than inflammatory speeches.
The deal between Israel and Hamas to release 50 hostages in exchange for a temporary cessation of fighting is a significant development in the ongoing war, but there is still widespread distrust and skepticism surrounding its implementation.
Independent senators have accused Conservative Leader Don Plett of bullying them in the Red Chamber during a confrontation over a bill that would exempt farmers from certain provisions of Ottawa's carbon tax regime, leading to police investigations and calls for sanctions.
President Biden's stay at hedge fund billionaire David Rubenstein's Nantucket mansion for Thanksgiving raises ethics concerns as it is unclear whether he paid for the stay or disclosed it as a gift.