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Gavin Newsom Hints at Presidential Run

California Governor Gavin Newsom has sparked speculation about a potential presidential run in 2028, following remarks made during the South by Southwest Conference in Austin. According to multiple reports, Newsom stated that he would consider a White House bid only if Democrats retake the House of

Mar 15, 10:35 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsHumanRights

UK Accused of Complicity in Gaza Crimes

An unofficial tribunal led by former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has accused the UK government of complicity in crimes committed by Israel against Palestinians in Gaza. The tribunal, which included two specialists in international law, found that the government had failed to meet its legal obligatio

Mar 15, 8:19 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Kazajistán vota en referendo constitucional

Los votantes kazajos acudieron a las urnas el domingo para participar en un referendo sobre una nueva Constitución que reforzaría el control del presidente Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. La propuesta fusiona las dos cámaras del Parlamento en una sola y otorga al presidente el derecho de nombrar a todos los

Mar 15, 5:05 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Legislation

Kazakhstan approves new constitution in referendum

Kazakh voters approved a new constitution in a referendum on Sunday that may allow President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to stay in power beyond the current term limit of 2029, according to exit polls. Around 87% of voters backed the new constitution with a turnout of 73%, as reported by both Reuters and

Mar 15, 5:05 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

French Local Elections Signal Shifts Ahead of Presidential Race

The first round of French municipal elections has revealed significant gains for the far-right National Rally (RN), signaling potential shifts in national politics ahead of next year’s presidential race. The RN secured its hold on Perpignan, with Louis Aliot re-elected as mayor, and is now targeting

Mar 15, 5:05 PM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

Mamdani's Policies Spark Investor Concern

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's economic policies have raised alarms among municipal bond investors and credit rating agencies. The city’s lenders are increasingly wary of Mamdani’s plans to raise taxes and increase spending, leading to a spike in bond yields. The yields for NYC General Obligat

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Community Security and Housing Issues in California

Community security efforts and contentious housing policies are shaping the political landscape in California. In Los Angeles, Rabbi Yossi Eldort established Magen Am, an organization focused on training community members to enhance safety and preparedness within Jewish neighborhoods. The initiative

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·1 min read

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Diplomacy

Mamdani Faces Backlash Over Palestinian Advocacy

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains at the center of multiple controversies involving free speech, social media activity, and collaborations with controversial figures. His outspoken support for Palestinians has drawn both praise and criticism. The mayor recently defended his decision to h

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·3 min read

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Media

Trump Aide Blasts Colbert Amid Show's Cancellation

White House Communications Director Steven Cheung launched a vulgar attack on outgoing Late Show host Stephen Colbert, calling him a “sad and pathetic excuse for a human being” in a post on X. Cheung's tirade came amid criticism of Colbert’s final season as an “ego trip,” with guests paying extensiv

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Brazil Bars Trump Adviser Beattie

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced on Friday that he had barred Donald Trump's adviser Darren Beattie from entering the country. This decision came after Beattie requested to visit former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently serving a 27-year prison sentence for plotting a

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

LA Council President Claims Racial Profiling

Marqueece Harris-Dawson , president of the Los Angeles City Council , claimed he was racially profiled during a traffic stop, but authorities dispute his account. According to multiple reports, Harris-Dawson accused officers of targeting him because he is black during a meeting about pretextual traf

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·2 min read

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GovernmentCONFLICTING REPORTS

Bolsonaro's Health Updates Amid Prison Sentence

Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, remains in intensive care at Hospital DF Star in Brasilia due to pneumonia. Reports from AP News and Chicago Tribune conflict regarding his renal function: one indicating improvement while another suggesting deterioration. The 70-year-old ex-president

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·1 min read

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Government

ANC Moves to Recall Johannesburg Mayor Morero

The African National Congress (ANC) in Johannesburg has resolved to recall Mayor Dada Morero, citing internal power struggles and poor governance. According to Eyewitness News , the decision follows a fractious regional elective conference last year where Morero's faction lost, leading to a court ch

Mar 15, 2:23 PM ET·1 min read

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Elections

Texas GOP Senate Race Hinges on Trump Endorsement

President Donald Trump's potential endorsement in the Texas GOP Senate runoff between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton has become a pivotal issue, according to multiple reports. The race hinges on the SAVE America Act, a voting security bill that requires Americans to regis

Mar 15, 12:35 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Khampepe Inquiry Resumes Amid Bid to Remove Chair

Judge Sisi Khampepe's commission of inquiry into alleged political interference in apartheid-era prosecutions has resumed hearings in Johannesburg. The inquiry focuses on cases referred by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), which investigated human rights violations between 1960 and 1994

Mar 15, 10:44 AM ET·2 min read

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Religion

Thiel's Antichrist Lectures in Rome Draw Scrutiny

Peter Thiel, billionaire venture capitalist and early supporter of former President Donald Trump, has launched a series of closed-door lectures in Rome exploring the concept of the Antichrist. The invitation-only conference, which runs until Wednesday, has drawn scrutiny from Catholic commentators a

Mar 15, 10:43 AM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Vietnam Holds Parliamentary Elections

Vietnam held parliamentary elections on Sunday, with tens of millions of voters casting ballots to elect members of the National Assembly. Nearly 93% of the 864 candidates are from the ruling Communist Party, ensuring its continued dominance in the legislature. The five-yearly elections saw nearly 7

Mar 15, 7:10 AM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Sassou Wins Congo Republic Election with 95%

Congo Republic President Denis Sassou Nguesso has been re-elected with 94.82% of the vote, extending his nearly 42-year rule over the Central African oil producer, according to state television. The election, held on Sunday, March 15th, was widely expected to favor the incumbent, who faced six littl

Mar 15, 7:10 AM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Leaves Country

Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine , whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, announced he had temporarily left the country after two months in hiding following a disputed presidential election that kept long-time leader Yoweri Museveni in office. Wine disputed the outcome of the January 15th contest,

Mar 15, 7:10 AM ET·1 min read

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War

Trump Faces Political Fallout Amid Iran War

Two weeks into the U.S.-led war with Iran, President Donald Trump is facing significant political fallout as his poll numbers decline and Democrats unite against his policies. According to multiple reports from AP News, HuffPost, PBS, and Reuters, Trump's supporters are questioning his plan for the

Mar 15, 5:24 AM ET·2 min read

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Protests

DOJ Drops Charges Against Veteran Who Burned Flag

The Justice Department dropped charges against Jan 'Jay' Carey, 55, an Army veteran who burned an American flag near the White House in protest of President Trump's executive order targeting flag burners. According to theguardian.com , Carey was arrested on August 25 after setting fire to a flag in

Mar 14, 6:09 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Lobbyist Linked to Trump Pardons Charged with Extortion

Joshua Nass, a New York lobbyist and attorney linked to presidential pardons issued by Donald Trump, has been charged with attempted extortion against a former client and the client’s son over an alleged $500,000 debt. According to federal prosecutors in Brooklyn, Nass threatened the client for paym

Mar 14, 6:09 PM ET·2 min read

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Energy

Trump Orders California Pipeline Restart Amid Iran War

President Trump ordered Sable Offshore Corp. to restart its Santa Ynez Unit and pipeline off Southern California on Friday, invoking emergency powers under the Defense Production Act. The move aims to address supply disruption risks caused by rising gas prices amid the ongoing war with Iran. The San

Mar 14, 6:09 PM ET·4 min read

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Government

White House Proposes Underground Visitor Screening Facility

The Trump administration has proposed constructing a 33,000-square-foot underground facility to screen visitors to the White House. According to plans listed on the agenda for the National Capital Planning Commission's April 2 meeting, the facility would be built entirely on federal land in Sherman

Mar 14, 6:09 PM ET·2 min read

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