A foundation connected to Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., accepted donations from ByteDance before he voted against legislation that would make the company divest from TikTok.
The House of Lords Appointments Commission is requesting more information about potential peers from party leaders, in an effort to ensure better vetting and prevent the appointment of individuals based on political connections or donations.
Former President Trump is referred to as a "trampoline president" by his former chief of staff, Mick Mulvaney, following the reduction of his bond in his New York civil fraud case.
Democratic Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser faced social media backlash for her minimal response "Oh no" to the Baltimore bridge collapse before offering her condolences and support to Baltimore.
Justice Kio of the Rivers State High Court has ruled that Celestine Omehia cannot be held accountable for the pension benefits paid to him mistakenly and that he cannot demand those funds as he never sought recognition as governor.
Families of hostages clash with MKs as Knesset votes to go on recess despite ongoing war in Gaza.
Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun has threatened Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, blaming him for misleading overseas Sikhs and collecting millions of dollars for his party while failing to release Sikh extremists from jail; however, the AAP denies these allegations and suggests Pannun's actions are politically motivated.
The hacking and espionage activities attributed to China by the British government have sparked calls for action and consequences, but it is important to maintain a sense of proportion and prioritize global climate concerns in international relations with China.
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer downplays the likelihood of impeaching President Biden in a fundraising email, stating that "criminal referrals" would be the culmination of his ongoing impeachment inquiry.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko contradicts Vladimir Putin's claims of Ukrainian involvement in the terror attack near Moscow, stating that increased security measures prevented the attackers from entering Belarus.
President William Ruto has issued directives to state corporations to improve efficiency and reduce reliance on government funds, including cutting budgets, increasing dividend payments, and remitting surplus funds, with the aim of redirecting resources to key areas such as food security, job creation, and health reforms.
Raghu Ramakrishnam Raju expresses his discontent for not receiving the MP ticket, questioning Chandrababu's integrity and highlighting his tendency to rebel against those who do not align with his desires.
Ghanaians are lamenting the arrogance and insensitivity of Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, who denied the existence of power cuts and refused to provide a load-shedding timetable, despite the negative impact on lives and businesses.
Former Telugu Desam Party loyalist Siddha Raghava Rao joined the YSR Congress Party due to the Jagan government's actions against his family's granite company, but now he is considering returning to the TDP after not receiving the expected party ticket for the ongoing elections.
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and a group of other MPs have launched a new opposition alliance, called "Team Kusikiza Ground," to push for the rights and welfare of Kenyans, including through street protests, and to address pressing issues affecting the country, such as the ongoing doctors' strike and fake fertilisers and seeds.
Former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder, previously imprisoned for leading a corruption scheme, has been indicted on 10 new felony counts including ethics violations, misuse of campaign funds, and theft in office, potentially barring him from future public office in Ohio.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's political dominance has been shaken by a sexual abuse scandal as a former government insider turned whistleblower released an audio recording that allegedly proves top officials conspired to cover up corruption.
Vietnam Communist Party Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit the country, and Putin accepted the invitation, with discussions focusing on cooperation in security, defense, trade, and tourism.
Top executives of Chinese chemical manufacturer Capchem Technology USA, which is planning to build factories in Ohio and Louisiana, are members of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and affiliated influence organizations, according to an investigation by the Daily Caller News Foundation. The company has also received subsidies from Chinese government agencies and its executives have affiliations with groups serving CCP's "United Front" strategy, raising concerns about national security.
Lord Cameron's growing influence as Foreign Secretary has raised concerns among MPs, with some Tories inadvertently referring to him as the Prime Minister, while others accuse Rishi Sunak of delegating key duties to him as he focuses on domestic policy.
Former Hungarian government insider releases audio recording proving top officials conspired to cover up corruption, adding to the scandal that has caused major protests and forced resignations, threatening Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's dominance.
British actor Hugh Grant considered a career in politics but decided against it due to the difficulty of getting things done and the abuse faced by politicians, as he revealed while discussing his role in the political satire miniseries "The Regime."
Yamini Aiyar, president of the Centre for Policy Research, resigned following criticism of Prime Minister Modi's government in an article published in the Economist.
Daily Kos shows support for the Black community and provides ways to get involved in upcoming elections.
The Trinamool Congress demands an apology from West Bengal BJP leader Dilip Ghosh for allegedly mocking the family background of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Narendra Modi has been a disastrous prime minister, with failures in every aspect of Indian policy, particularly in foreign relations, yet he remains incredibly popular among the masses.
Kenyan President William Ruto has threatened to close down loss-making government institutions over the next three years if they do not improve their financial performance, while also ordering budget cuts and increased remittances of profits to the National Treasury.
Labour suggests Rishi Sunak may have to means test pensions in order to fund a £46bn national insurance cut.
AP State BJP President Purandeshwari has been accused of brokering seat adjustments between TDP and BJP in exchange for payment, and a leaked audio suggests that negotiations are taking place under her directives.
Ireland is experiencing a growing, decentralised populist movement characterized by peaceful protests and family participation, in contrast to the British model centered around figureheads such as Nigel Farage or Boris Johnson; this movement poses a challenge to Ireland's political class and could impact the fragile coalition government.
Former Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter, Kalvakuntla Kavitha, denies the possibility of being an approver in the Delhi liquor policy scam case and insists it is a fabricated political laundering case.
Retired IPS officer and former CBI director M Nageshwar Rao warns the Bharatiya Janata Party about the presence of moles from YSR Congress party in the Andhra Pradesh unit of BJP, urging the central leadership to address the issue for the success of NDA candidates in the upcoming elections.
Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu promises to enhance the monthly pension for senior citizens and destitute women to Rs 4,000 per month if his party is voted to power, despite the YSRCP government already paying the same amount.
The U.S. is closely monitoring the arrest of Indian opposition figure Arvind Kejriwal and supports a fair legal process, amid protests from India and remarks from Germany.
Former Narsapuram MP Raghu Rama Krishna Raju, known for his relentless criticism of Chief Minister Jagan and his policies, may be compensated by the TDP with an MLA ticket from Undi and the position of AP speaker in the upcoming government.
MSNBC host Rachel Maddow criticizes her own network for hiring former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel as a commentator, calling the decision "inexplicable" and urging NBC News to reverse it.
Mexican President AMLO claimed that he has ended corruption in Mexico and that political assassinations are not a threat to democracy, despite evidence to the contrary.
Hackers linked to the Chinese government targeted high-ranking U.S. officials, businesses, and critics in a long-term scheme to attack critical infrastructure, according to federal prosecutors, highlighting China's willingness to launch malicious cyber operations.
The UK deputy prime minister's statement on cybersecurity and China-backed attempts to undermine UK democracy sparked criticism from MPs, highlighting concerns about the Chinese threat and the government's response.
Former New Force spokesperson, Shalimar Abbiusi, is demanding one million dollars in compensation from Ghana for violations of her human rights, which she has filed with the international ECOWAS Court.
The United Nations Security Council's cease-fire resolution has further strained the relationship between the US and Israel, leading Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a high-level delegation meant to travel to Washington this week.
The Federal Government has warned that it will hold anyone accountable for comments it deems provocative or reckless, emphasizing that no one is above the law, in response to controversial remarks made by Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, who offered to negotiate with bandits to secure the release of kidnapped schoolchildren.
The Labour Party leadership will proceed with its national convention despite ongoing conflict and aggression from the Nigeria Labour Congress, rejecting calls for a delay in the convention.
Hackers linked to the Chinese government targeted U.S. officials, journalists, corporations, pro-democracy activists, and the U.K.'s election watchdog in a state-backed operation that aimed to harass critics, steal trade secrets, and spy on high-level political figures.
Joe diGenova, a former U.S. attorney, has criticized New York Attorney General Letitia James for making prejudicial remarks against former President Donald Trump in his civil fraud case, stating that she should be disbarred but likely won't due to the disgraceful state of New York's bar association.
A man who made death threats against former Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs was sentenced to two and a half years in prison, as part of a broader effort by the Justice Department to address threats to state election workers.
Fine Gael leader Simon Harris emphasized the importance of not being complacent on defense and security issues and called for greater resources to be provided to the Defense Forces in a speech on the future of Europe, while US President Joe Biden called Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to acknowledge their good relationship and cooperation.
Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez responded to Democratic strategist James Carville's comment about "preachy females" damaging Joe Biden's appeal among male voters, suggesting that Carville start a podcast since men are underrepresented in that space.
Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Sasha Baker will resign from her position after just nine months, making her the second person to leave the No. 3 leadership role at the Pentagon in less than a year.
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to put a bill providing additional aid to Ukraine up for a floor vote, despite the threat of a motion to oust him by a member of his own conference, with Democrats offering to shield him from the effort.