Cindy McCain, the executive director of the UN's World Food Program, believes that politics is the reason for limited aid to Gaza during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and warns of an imminent famine if access is not allowed.
Cindy McCain, executive director of the World Food Programme, believes that politics is the reason for the insufficient aid being allowed into Gaza during the ongoing conflict with Hamas.
Tens of thousands of Israelis gathered in Jerusalem to call for the release of hostages held by Hamas and to demand early elections, as the war in Gaza continues and divisions in Israeli society deepen.
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Israel, demanding immediate elections and the urgent negotiation for the release of over 100 hostages held by Hamas, posing a significant threat to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right government.
Former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy confirmed his dismissal and announced the launch of a new initiative called New Israeli Discourse, seeking funds through the crowdfunding site JGive.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman supports Sen. Chuck Schumer's call for a new election in Israel, branding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a "maniac" and an obstacle to peace in Gaza.
Senator Rick Scott calls on the government to support the Francis Scott Key Bridge salvage project and criticizes the Biden administration for "playing politics" with relief efforts following the bridge collapse.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will undergo surgery for a hernia, despite being in the midst of a conflict with Hamas and less than a year after receiving a pacemaker.
Thousands of Israeli protesters are calling for the removal of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu through a three-day strike, demanding his government's resignation and a general election following recent conflicts.
Shankill Bomber Sean Kelly, who was convicted of a 1993 IRA bombing that killed nine people, including two children, was seen participating in an Easter commemoration parade alongside members of Sinn Féin, including Economy Minister Conor Murphy and former leader Gerry Adams.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's desire to shelve the impeachment articles against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has drawn criticism from Senator Marsha Blackburn, who accused Mayorkas of lying about the border being closed and called for his impeachment trial.
Labour claims that Conservative plans to abolish non-dom status have significant loopholes that could result in hundreds of millions of pounds in tax savings for the wealthiest individuals, including Chancellor Rishi Sunak's family.
US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti stated that no government or government employee should be involved in the alleged assassination of a citizen from another country, emphasizing that it is an unacceptable red line and a violation of sovereignty and rights.
Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu stated during a press conference that Hamas's demands in the hostage negotiations would have serious repercussions, leading Israel to take a mix of military pressure and determined negotiations instead of giving in to those demands.
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, expressed her belief that President Bola Tinubu is committed to improving the nation and that they will return to a better Nigeria after his presidency, emphasizing that it is a collective responsibility to get the nation back on track.
The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore poses a significant threat to the East Coast supply chain and the port's 15,000 jobs, with a massive salvage project expected to cost billions and take years to complete, according to White House adviser Tom Perez.
Prime Minister Netanyahu forms a special team to bypass a court order freezing the budgets of yeshivas whose students refuse military service, but the Attorney General has blocked the move.
Speaker Mike Johnson, despite the potential backlash and risk to his position, is committed to bringing Ukraine aid to the House floor, with GOP lawmakers expressing optimism that Democrats will support additional funding for Ukraine's fight against Russia.
Former Republican National Committee chair Reince Priebus criticized the rapid hiring and firing of Ronna McDaniel as an NBC News contributor, emphasizing the importance of management involvement and contract negotiation before on-air roles are confirmed.
The executive director of the United Nations's World Food Program, Cindy McCain, warns of a catastrophic hunger crisis in Haiti due to ongoing gang violence and calls for immediate diplomatic action.
Black Maryland leaders, including Governor Wes Moore, dismissed attacks referencing "DEI" from critics, labeling it as foolishness and racism, while prioritizing the response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse and the well-being of citizens.
The BRS in Telangana is facing an existential crisis with numerous party members defecting to Congress, but KCR remains unconcerned and believes the party will overcome these challenges.
Opposition leaders from various parties gather at an alliance rally in Delhi to unite against the Modi government and highlight the need to save democracy in India.
Lawmakers from the House of Representatives criticize calls for Vice President Sara Duterte to take over the presidency, stating that it is premature and shows impatience for the upcoming elections.
Michigan Congressman Tim Walberg is facing backlash for suggesting the US should drop a nuclear bomb on Gaza and expressing opposition to humanitarian aid, with fellow politicians condemning his comments as promoting genocide.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore dismisses conservative criticisms of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in relation to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, emphasizing his focus on addressing the impact on families, first responders, and restoring the local economy.
Wives of jailed opposition leaders Hemant Soren and Arvind Kejriwal took the spotlight at the INDIA bloc rally in Delhi, with Kalpana Soren representing the voice of women and tribal populations and Sunita Kejriwal delivering a message with six guarantees for a "new India."
Rep. Nancy Mace falsely claimed that crime is "skyrocketing" under President Joe Biden, despite FBI statistics showing a significant decrease in crime rates, leading X to issue a community note correcting her.
Michigan Representative Tim Walberg appeared to suggest using nuclear weapons against Palestinians in Gaza, leading to backlash from civil rights leaders and fellow politicians in Michigan who condemned his remarks as a call to genocide.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott dismisses the "DEI mayor" labels after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, stating that his focus is on the loss of life and doing his job in the best way possible.
The Ghanaian government is facing scrutiny for rushing to hand over the country's domestic tax mobilization and management to Indian company TATA Consultancy Services (TCS), despite concerns about the company's problematic and expensive tax administration system and its previous failures in other African countries.
Canada's Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault, defends the decision to increase the carbon price, stating that it is necessary to combat climate change and that low-income and middle-class Canadians will receive their money back, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith criticizes the increase as "inhumane."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accused by the Opposition of disrespecting President Droupadi Murmu by not standing up during the presentation of the Bharat Ratna to L.K. Advani, leading to allegations of the BJP and Mr. Modi being "anti-women and anti-Dalit."
Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna has suggested that he would consider rescuing Speaker Mike Johnson from a motion to oust him if funding for Ukraine and repairs for the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore can be secured.
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) avoids denouncing former President Trump's social media attacks on a judge's family and his posting of violent images of President Biden, stating that the focus should be on the American people and the issues they face.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will undergo surgery for a hernia, with the operation taking place after a meeting of his war cabinet on Sunday evening.
President Bola Tinubu has been advised to reshuffle his cabinet annually in order to ensure effective governance, with two ministers specifically criticized for their incompetence by APC chieftain Obidike Chukwuebuka.
Israel's central bank governor warns that the country's increasing defense spending poses risks to the economy and could lead to higher yields, devaluation, and inflationary pressures.
GOP Sen. Rick Scott argues that it is crucial for Israel to enter Rafah to "destroy" Hamas, despite warnings from the Biden administration.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore dismissed claims from critics on the Right attributing the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge to DEI policies, stating that his focus is on supporting the affected families, first responders, and rebuilding the bridge.
The Florida Supreme Court's recent ruling is essentially a total abortion ban, according to Representative Wasserman Schultz.
Rep. Don Bacon warned that Speaker Mike Johnson could face a vote to oust him if he moves to pass Ukraine aid in the House, attributing it to a few members who are not team players and could make the majority a minority, while advocating for a bipartisan solution to provide military aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
Thousands of people have joined a protest accusing India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party of rigging next month's national election, following the arrest of Modi's chief political rival Arvind Kejriwal on bribery charges.
A House Republican is facing backlash after suggesting that the Gaza Strip should be treated "like Nagasaki and Hiroshima" during a town hall meeting, although his team claims he did not literally call for nuclear attacks.
A rally by India's opposition parties criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for stifling opponents and undermining democracy ahead of the national election next month, while Modi launches his campaign and claims to be cracking down on corruption.
The US Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, announced that additional federal funding will be allocated for the removal and rebuilding of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, with approval from Congress potentially required.
China's leader, Xi Jinping, is promoting the concept of "new productive forces" as a means to revitalize the country's struggling economy through the application of science and technology to production, with a focus on maintaining manufacturing's share of GDP and technological self-reliance.
Former Hungarian government insider releases audio recording alleging a cover-up of corruption by top officials, further destabilizing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government.
Thousands of people across Israel have joined families of hostages in protest against the government and to call for the removal of Benjamin Netanyahu, as the prime minister faces one of the most serious threats to his coalition.
President Bola Tinubu's administration faces speculation of a cabinet reshuffle, but the president's spokesperson dismisses these claims and suggests that any reshuffling would await the conclusion of ongoing investigations, while human rights activist Deji Adeyanju criticizes the alleged incompetence of some cabinet members.