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US to Modify Sanctions for Maduro's Legal Defense

The United States has agreed to modify its sanctions on Venezuela, allowing the South American country's government to pay for Nicolás Maduro's legal defense. This decision comes after a restriction that had threatened to derail the drug trafficking case against the ousted Venezuelan president, as r

Apr 25, 12:58 PM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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PoliticsElections

Midterm Fundraising: Democrats Lead in Key Races

Democratic candidates are leading in fundraising for key midterm elections, despite the national party's low approval ratings. According to NPR, Democrats have outraised Republicans in seven Senate races and several House districts. However, Republican committees and super PACs hold significant cash

Apr 25, 5:44 AM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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Labour Faces Red Wall Collapse Amid Reform UK Surge

Labour is bracing for a potential collapse of its 'red wall' in the upcoming May elections as Nigel Farage's Reform UK gains momentum in traditional Labour strongholds. According to multiple reports, Labour could lose hundreds of councillors across the Midlands and northern England, with key cabinet

Apr 25, 3:57 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Legislation

Maine Governor Vetoes Data Center Moratorium Bill

Maine Governor Janet Mills vetoed a bill that would have made Maine the first US state to impose an 18-month moratorium on new large data centers, according to The Guardian , Reuters , and UPI . The decision reflects the difficult trade-off facing political leaders who must weigh the impact of data

Apr 24, 8:56 PM ET·2 min read

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Media

Trump to Attend WHCD Amid Tensions

President Donald Trump will attend this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner (WHCD) on April 27, marking his first appearance at the event since becoming president. The dinner has drawn renewed scrutiny due to Trump's contentious relationship with the press and ongoing tensions between the admi

Apr 24, 7:02 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Trump Extends Jones Act Waiver for Oil Shipments

President Donald Trump granted a 90-day extension to a Jones Act waiver, allowing foreign-flagged vessels to transport oil, fuel, and fertilizer between U.S. ports until mid-August. The White House announced this decision on Friday, citing efforts to curb rising energy costs linked to the war with I

Apr 24, 4:49 PM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

RFK Jr Defends Trump's Impossible Drug Price Claims

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended President Donald Trump's claims of drug price reductions exceeding 100%, using incorrect mathematical reasoning during a Senate hearing and later at an Oval Office event, according to reports from PBS , HuffPost , and Fox News . T

Apr 24, 4:49 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRightsMIXED REPORTS

Pope Leo Condemns Capital Punishment Amid US Execution Push

Pope Leo condemned capital punishment for the second consecutive day, calling for its abolition in the United States. This comes as President Donald Trump's administration moved to broaden methods of execution for federal inmates. In a message sent to DePaul University in Chicago, the pope said that

Apr 24, 4:49 PM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Trump Admin Moves to End Parole for CBP One App Users

The Trump administration is moving forward with plans to terminate the legal status of hundreds of thousands of migrants who used the Biden-era CBP One app to gain humanitarian parole. This decision comes after a federal judge in Boston blocked an initial effort by the administration, ruling that th

Apr 24, 2:47 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

EU Investigates Mandelson Over Epstein Ties

Lord Peter Mandelson is under formal investigation by the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) over his ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to multiple reports. The probe focuses on allegations of misconduct during Mandelson's tenure as EU trade commissioner from 2004 to 2008 and later

Apr 24, 12:35 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Netanyahu Reveals Prostate Cancer Treatment Amid Political Challenges

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Friday that he had been successfully treated for early-stage prostate cancer. According to multiple reports, the treatment occurred 18 months ago and involved radiation therapy, which removed a malignant tumor discovered during routine medical m

Apr 24, 10:37 AM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

DOJ Closes Powell Probe, Clearing Path for Warsh

The U.S. Justice Department has closed its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over alleged cost overruns in the renovation of the Fed's Washington headquarters, according to multiple sources. This move clears a significant obstacle for the Senate confirmation of Presi

Apr 24, 10:37 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

UK Assisted Dying Bill Fails After Running Out of Time

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which sought to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, failed on Friday after running out of time during its debate in the House of Lords. The bill proposed allowing adults with fewer than six months to live to apply for

Apr 24, 8:24 AM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

India Rejects Trump's 'Hellhole' Remarks

India has strongly condemned remarks shared by U.S. President Donald Trump on his Truth Social account, which referred to the country as a 'hellhole.' The comments were originally made by conservative commentator Michael Savage during an episode of The Savage Nation talk radio show and posted withou

Apr 24, 8:24 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Trump Threatens UK Tariffs Over Tech Tax

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Britain if Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not drop the digital service tax, which is viewed as unfairly targeting American tech companies like Apple, Alphabet’s Google, and Meta. According to The Telegraph , Trump told reporters from

Apr 24, 8:24 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

UK Asserts Falklands Sovereignty Amid US Review Reports

The UK government has firmly asserted its sovereignty over the Falkland Islands amid reports that the US is reviewing its position. Downing Street stated that the sovereignty of the islands 'rests with the UK' and highlighted that residents have overwhelmingly voted to remain a British overseas terr

Apr 24, 8:24 AM ET·3 min read

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Scandal

UQ Press Cancels Book Over Illustrator's Bondi Attack Comments

The University of Queensland Press (UQP) has cancelled an Indigenous children's book after its illustrator made controversial comments about the victims of the Bondi beach shooting. The move has sparked protests from several prominent Australian writers, who have cut ties with the publisher. Bila, A

Apr 24, 2:46 AM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

US Considers Sending Afghans to Congo Amid Resettlement Pause

The Trump administration is exploring options to resettle more than 1,100 Afghans , currently stranded at a U.S. base in Qatar, by sending them to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to multiple reports from Los Angeles Times , PBS NewsHour, Reuters, and The Guardian, these individuals

Apr 24, 12:52 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Supreme Court Allows Lawsuit Against Contractor for Taliban Suicide Bombing

The Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that U.S. troops can sue military contractors for injuries sustained in combat zones, allowing a lawsuit against Fluor Corporation to proceed. The court's decision came in a 6-3 ruling in favor of former Army Specialist Winston Hencely, who was injured when a Tal

Apr 23, 9:58 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Court Blocks California ID Law for Federal Agents

A federal appeals court has blocked a California law passed in 2025 that required federal immigration agents to wear visible identification badges or other forms of ID. The ruling came from a three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which issued an injunction pending appeal. The T

Apr 23, 9:58 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

California Governor Candidates Spar in First Debate

Six leading candidates for California governor participated in a televised debate on Wednesday, underscoring sharp partisan divides on issues ranging from homelessness to taxes. The Democrats sought to distinguish themselves in a chaotic race with no clear leader, while Republicans blamed Democratic

Apr 23, 9:58 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Kalshi Suspends Three Candidates for Betting on Own Elections

Prediction market platform Kalshi suspended three U.S. congressional candidates—Mark Moran of Virginia, Matt Klein of Minnesota, and Ezekiel Enriquez of Texas—for betting on their own elections, according to statements released by the company Wednesday. The suspensions mark the latest enforcement

Apr 23, 9:58 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Ramaphosa Suspends Police Chief Over $21M Contract

President Cyril Ramaphosa suspended South African Police Service (SAPS) national commissioner Fannie Masemola over allegations of failing to provide proper oversight regarding a $21 million health contract awarded to Medicare24 Tshwane District. According to TimesLIVE, the suspension follows charges

Apr 23, 7:39 PM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Trump's $1M 'Gold Card' Visa Program Approves One Applicant

The Trump administration's "Gold Card" visa program, which offers U.S. residency to foreigners who pay a $1 million fee plus a $15,000 processing fee, has approved just one applicant since its launch in December 2023. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick revealed this information during a House subcomm

Apr 23, 7:39 PM ET·1 min read

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Politics

US to Modify Sanctions for Maduro's Legal Defense

Midterm Fundraising: Democrats Lead in Key Races