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Trump's Pearl Harbor Remark Overshadows Iran War Talks

President Donald Trump made controversial remarks during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the Oval Office on Thursday. When asked why U.S. allies were not informed about plans to attack Iran, Trump referenced Japan's surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. The president quipped, 'Wh

Mar 19, 5:02 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsElections

Warren Backs Platner in Maine Senate Primary

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) endorsed Graham Platner in the competitive Maine Democratic primary, a significant boost for his campaign against Gov. Janet Mills, who has the full backing of party leadership based on coverage from three major outlets . The winner will face Republican Sen. Susan Col

Mar 19, 2:57 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsLegislation

Farage Proposes Ban on Mass Muslim Prayers at British Sites

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, proposed banning mass Muslim prayers at historic British sites if elected prime minister. According to multiple reports, Farage described a recent event in London as an attempt to 'overtake, intimidate and dominate.' The proposal comes after a public pray

Mar 19, 2:57 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Diplomacy

Joe Kent Resigns Over Iran War Stance

Joe Kent, former director of the National Counterterrorism Center under President Donald Trump, resigned following a controversial interview with Tucker Carlson . In the interview, Kent criticized U.S. involvement in Iran and blamed Israeli influence for pushing the administration toward war. Kent's

Mar 19, 2:57 PM ET·4 min read

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Elections

Crypto & AI Firms Lose Big in Illinois Primaries

Cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence firms suffered heavy losses in the Illinois primaries despite spending millions of dollars to influence the outcomes. According to multiple reports, these technology industries aimed to promote candidates they believed would support lighter regulations on d

Mar 19, 2:57 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Pro-Kremlin Blogger Remeslo Detained in Psychiatric Facility

Ilya Remeslo, a former pro-Kremlin blogger known for criticizing opposition figures like the late Alexei Navalny, has been placed in a psychiatric facility after publicly denouncing Russian President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine. According to The Guardian , Remeslo posted a manifesto on Tel

Mar 19, 12:14 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

King Felipe Acknowledges Abuses in Conquest of Mexico

King Felipe VI of Spain has publicly acknowledged abuses committed during the Spanish conquest of Mexico, a statement that has reopened debates about colonialism while potentially thawing diplomatic tensions between Spain and Mexico. During a visit to an exhibition on indigenous women at Madrid's Na

Mar 19, 10:37 AM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Met Police Probe Mandelson-Epstein Bailout Email

Metropolitan Police are investigating an email Lord Peter Mandelson allegedly shared with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein about a €500 billion EU bailout, according to BBC and Daily Mail . The communication occurred in 2010 following the financial crash. Met chief Sir Mark Rowley confirmed of

Mar 19, 7:20 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Pentagon Faces Resistance Over AI Ban

Pentagon staffers, former officials, and IT contractors are resisting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's order to remove Anthropic’s AI tools from military operations. The resistance follows a dispute between Anthropic and the Pentagon over guardrails for how the military could use its artificial inte

Mar 19, 7:20 AM ET·2 min read

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Government

UK Boosts BBC World Service Funding by £33m Over Three Years

The UK government announced on Thursday a £33 million boost in funding for the BBC World Service over the next three years, marking an 8% increase compared to previous allocations. The additional £11 million per year is aimed at supporting impartial news coverage amidst rising global conflicts and d

Mar 19, 7:20 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Scottish Parliament Rejects Assisted Dying Bill

The Scottish Parliament rejected the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill by a vote of 69 to 57, according to multiple reports. The bill, proposed by Liberal Democrat MSP Liam McArthur, aimed to allow terminally ill adults with six months or less to live to seek medical assistanc

Mar 18, 8:08 PM ET·1 min read

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Immigration

US Expands Visa Bond Program to 50 Countries

The U.S. State Department announced it will expand its visa bond program to include 12 more countries, requiring applicants from these nations to post bonds of up to $15,000 for B1 and B2 visas effective April 2. According to a notice posted on the State Department website, citizens from Cambodia, E

Mar 18, 3:51 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Gabbard Defends Trump's Iran Strikes

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard defended President Donald Trump’s decision to launch missile strikes against Iran during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing. She repeatedly stated that only the president can determine what constitutes an imminent threat, emphasizing that it is no

Mar 18, 3:51 PM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Scotland Rejects Assisted Dying Bill

The Scottish Parliament voted down a bill that would have legalized assisted dying for terminally ill adults, with 69 MSPs voting against and 57 in favor. The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, introduced by Liberal Democrat Liam McArthur, sought to allow mentally competent in

Mar 18, 1:48 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Rayner Criticizes Starmer's Leadership Amid Labour Party Turmoil

Angela Rayner delivered a scathing critique of Sir Keir Starmer's leadership during a speech to Labour activists on Tuesday night. According to multiple reports, Rayner warned that the 'very survival of the Labour Party is at stake' and criticized government policies, particularly on immigration.

Mar 18, 9:58 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Senate Confirms Mullin as DHS Secretary Amid Shutdown

The Senate confirmed Senator Markwayne Mullin as President Donald Trump's next Secretary of Homeland Security on March 23 by a vote of 54 to 45. His nomination advanced from the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee after a contentious hearing where he faced intense questioning

Mar 18, 8:12 AM ET·3 min read

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Government

Starmer Announces Energy Support Amid Iran War Price Spike

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a financial support package to help Britons affected by rising energy prices due to the Iran war. During a press conference at Downing Street, Starmer outlined plans mainly targeting households that use heating oil, many of which are in rural areas of Northern I

Mar 18, 2:55 AM ET·2 min read

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Government

Judge Orders Reinstatement of Voice of America Staff

A federal judge has ordered the reinstatement of over 1,000 Voice of America (VOA) employees who were laid off under the Trump administration. According to The Guardian and CBS News , Judge Royce Lamberth ruled that attempts to shut down VOA operations through the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM)

Mar 17, 9:12 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Arizona Charges Kalshi with Illegal Gambling

Arizona has filed criminal charges against Kalshi , an online prediction market site, accusing it of operating an illegal gambling business. According to multiple reports, this is the first-ever criminal case filed against Kalshi, which allows users to bet on sports, elections, and other events. The

Mar 17, 9:12 PM ET·1 min read

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Diplomacy

Graham Reaffirms Support for Iran War

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has reaffirmed his strong support for President Donald Trump's war against Iran, despite facing criticism from both allies and fellow Republicans. According to multiple reports, Graham filed for re-election on Monday, emphasizing his role in advocating military action

Mar 17, 7:07 PM ET·2 min read

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DiplomacyCONFLICTING REPORTS

Vance Denies Iran War Rift With Trump

Vice President JD Vance on Monday accused a journalist of “trying to drive a wedge” between him and President Donald Trump regarding the Iran war. The exchange occurred during an Oval Office press event where RealClearPolitics reporter Philip Wegmann questioned Vance about his earlier skepticism tow

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·4 min read

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Immigration

Chile Begins Border Barrier Construction to Curb Illegal Migration

Chile has begun constructing trenches along its northern border with Peru as part of President Jose Antonio Kast's campaign promise to curb illegal migration. The right-wing government deployed heavy machinery near the Chacalluta border post on Monday, marking the start of a broader 'Border Shield'

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Roberts Calls Personal Attacks on Judges 'Dangerous'

Chief Justice John Roberts issued a strong warning against personal attacks on federal judges, calling such behavior 'dangerous' during an event at Rice University in Houston. His remarks came just days after President Donald Trump criticized several judges who ruled against his administration's pol

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

California Renames Chavez Day Amid Abuse Allegations

California has moved swiftly to rename Cesar Chavez Day following serious sexual abuse allegations against the late labor leader. Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation on March 23, 2026, changing the state holiday to Farmworkers Day, which will be observed on March 31. The New York Times publishe

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·4 min read

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Politics

Trump's Pearl Harbor Remark Overshadows Iran War Talks

Warren Backs Platner in Maine Senate Primary