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Kuwait Detains US-Kuwaiti Journalist Over War Posts

Kuwaiti authorities have detained American-Kuwaiti journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin after he commented on videos and images related to the US-Israeli war with Iran, according to multiple sources including BBC News , HuffPost , and Fox News . Shihab-Eldin, who has contributed to major outlets like BBC ,

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsGovernment

Mamdani Selects East Harlem for First City-Run Grocery Store

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has named East Harlem as the location for the first of five planned city-run grocery stores, according to reports from multiple outlets including Reuters and CBS News. The selection aligns with his campaign promises to address affordability in a neighborhood where

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

6 articles from 3 publishers

PoliticsGovernment

DOJ Moves to Vacate Seditious Conspiracy Convictions for Jan. 6 Defendants

The Justice Department has filed motions to vacate seditious conspiracy convictions for leaders of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers involved in the January 6 Capitol riot, according to multiple reports. The request affects a dozen defendants whose prison sentences were commuted by President Trump las

Apr 14, 6:28 PM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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Diplomacy

Meloni Suspends Italy-Israel Defense Pact Amid Tensions

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has suspended a defense agreement with Israel, marking an unprecedented move by the Italian government. The memorandum of understanding, signed in 2003 and ratified in 2005, provided a framework for cooperation in defense industry and procurement policy, as well

Apr 14, 3:35 PM ET·2 min read

7 articles from 6 publishers

Immigration

Appeals Court Blocks Contempt Probe of Trump Deportation Flights

A US federal appeals court has blocked a lower court judge from pursuing contempt proceedings against President Donald Trump’s administration over last year’s deportation of Venezuelan immigrants, according to multiple reports. The ruling came in a two-to-one decision on Tuesday by an appeals panel

Apr 14, 3:35 PM ET·1 min read

6 articles from 6 publishers

Legislation

DOJ Report Accuses Biden of Weaponizing FACE Act

The Justice Department released a report on Tuesday accusing the Biden administration of weaponizing the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act to target anti-abortion activists. The report, published by the agency's 'Weaponization Working Group', claims that federal law meant to protect r

Apr 14, 3:35 PM ET·3 min read

8 articles from 5 publishers

Diplomacy

Eric Trump to Join Father's China Visit

Eric Trump and his wife Lara will accompany President Donald Trump on his highly anticipated state visit to China next month, according to a spokeswoman for the family organization. The move comes amid concerns about potential conflicts of interest given Eric's role as executive vice president of th

Apr 14, 12:49 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

Trump Threatens to Fire Fed Chair Powell

President Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if he does not step down by May 15, escalating tensions over monetary policy and a pending investigation into Fed headquarters renovations. According to multiple reports, Trump told Fox Business that while he had held

Apr 14, 9:59 AM ET·3 min read

15 articles from 8 publishers

Security

Brazil's Fugitive Ex-Spy Chief Detained Then Released by ICE

Alexandre Ramagem, Brazil’s former intelligence chief and ally of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro , was briefly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Orlando, Florida, before being released from custody. The 53-year-old fled Brazil in September to avoid serving a 16-year sentence

Apr 14, 8:09 AM ET·1 min read

8 articles from 5 publishers

Legislation

Robertson Accuses Starmer of Defense Underinvestment

Former NATO chief Lord George Robertson warned that Britain’s national security is 'in peril' due to political complacency and under-investment in defense. In a lecture at Salisbury Cathedral, he criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer for failing to make necessary investments in military capabilitie

Apr 14, 6:17 AM ET·5 min read

18 articles from 6 publishers

Elections

Benin's Wadagni Wins Presidency with Landslide

Benin's Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni has won the presidential election with an overwhelming majority of over 94% , based on provisional results covering more than 90% of ballots counted . The electoral commission declared the outcome irreversible, according to multiple reports. Wadagni, 49, was

Apr 14, 4:36 AM ET·2 min read

6 articles from 3 publishers

Elections

Hill-Lewis Elected DA Leader

Geordin Hill-Lewis was elected as the new leader of South Africa's Democratic Alliance (DA) on Sunday, succeeding John Steenhuisen. The election took place during the party's federal congress in Johannesburg, where 2,500 delegates gathered to vote for new leadership. At 39, Hill-Lewis is the younges

Apr 13, 9:27 PM ET·2 min read

12 articles from 3 publishers

Scandal

Gonzales Resigns Amid Scandal and Expulsion Threat

Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) officially announced his resignation from Congress on Tuesday, amid bipartisan calls for his expulsion following allegations of an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide. His resignation came shortly after Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) also declared his resignat

Apr 13, 9:27 PM ET·3 min read

8 articles from 7 publishers

Diplomacy

Harry and Meghan Conclude Australia Visit

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle concluded their four-day visit to Australia on April 17 by meeting survivors of the December Bondi Beach shooting, which left 15 dead. The couple spoke with several survivors, including Elon Zizer, who was shot multiple times while shielding his children. The Duke and

Apr 13, 9:27 PM ET·2 min read

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LegislationCONFLICTING REPORTS

Trump's DoorDash Stunt Sparks Debate on Tax Policy

President Donald Trump hosted a staged event at the White House on Monday, where DoorDash driver Sharon Simmons delivered McDonald's to promote his 'no tax on tips' policy, according to multiple reports . The event drew scrutiny over its authenticity and the policy's real-world impact. The White Hou

Apr 13, 7:27 PM ET·1 min read

7 articles from 6 publishers

Corruption

Ex-Nigerian Oil Minister Denies Bribery Charges in London

Diezani Alison-Madueke, former Nigerian oil minister, denied taking bribes during her testimony at Southwark Crown Court in London. The 65-year-old faces five counts of accepting bribes and one count of conspiracy to commit bribery related to alleged favors granted for government contracts. Prosecut

Apr 13, 5:15 PM ET·1 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

Immigration

Minnesota Investigates ICE Arrest of U.S. Citizen as Possible Kidnapping

Ramsey County authorities are investigating whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents kidnapped, burglarized, or falsely imprisoned ChongLy 'Scott' Thao when they arrested him at his St. Paul home in January. The investigation focuses on the circumstances of Thao's arrest, during whic

Apr 13, 5:15 PM ET·2 min read

5 articles from 5 publishers

Elections

Magyar Wins Hungarian Election

Péter Magyar , a 45-year-old lawyer and former Orbán loyalist , won Hungary's parliamentary elections on Sunday, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule as prime minister. His Tisza Party secured 141 of the parliament’s 199 seats after final vote counts, giving him an increased supermajority and the powe

Apr 13, 5:15 PM ET·3 min read

45 articles from 11 publishers

HumanRights

Trump Administration Agrees to Restore Pride Flag at Stonewall Monument

The Trump administration has agreed to restore the rainbow Pride flag at New York City's Stonewall National Monument , settling lawsuits filed by LGBTQ+ groups. According to a proposal settlement filed in court on Monday, the National Park Service will hang the Pride flag alongside the U.S. and Park

Apr 13, 2:58 PM ET·2 min read

8 articles from 8 publishers

Labor

India Raises Wages as Noida Protests Turn Violent

Indian police used tear gas on Monday to disperse factory workers protesting in Noida, an industrial suburb of India's capital. The clashes entered their fourth day as vehicles were torched and stones pelted at security personnel. The protests erupted amid rising living costs worldwide due to the US

Apr 13, 10:42 AM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 3 publishers

Elections

Peru Election Delayed; Leftist Candidate Gains

Peru's general election results were delayed after tens of thousands of voters encountered technical and logistical problems at numerous polling stations. The electoral authorities granted a one-day extension to more than 50,000 voters who could not cast their ballots on Sunday. A preliminary count

Apr 13, 10:42 AM ET·3 min read

5 articles from 4 publishers

Diplomacy

Eric Adams Granted Albanian Citizenship

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been granted honorary citizenship by Albania, according to multiple reports. The honor was conferred at his request through an official decree from Albanian President Bajram Begaj . This move aligns with Adams' previously expressed desire to retire abroad. T

Apr 13, 10:42 AM ET·1 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

Legal

Judge Dismisses Trump's $10B WSJ Defamation Suit

U.S. District Judge Darrin Gayles dismissed President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and its owners, including Rupert Murdoch. The case centered on a July 2024 article claiming that Trump's name appeared in Jeffrey Epstein's birthday book with a suggest

Apr 13, 10:42 AM ET·2 min read

12 articles from 12 publishers

Elections

Carney Secures Majority After Liberal Wins

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a parliamentary majority after his Liberal Party won all three special elections held on April 14 in Ontario and Quebec, according to multiple reports. Winning just one seat was enough to give Carney the ability to push through his legislative agenda w

Apr 13, 6:32 AM ET·3 min read

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Politics

Kuwait Detains US-Kuwaiti Journalist Over War Posts

Mamdani Selects East Harlem for First City-Run Grocery Store