Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited his ancestral village in western Ireland, where he met distant relatives and celebrated his Irish heritage. During the trip, he attended mass, visited family graves, and planted a tree in the village where his grandparents were born before emigrating to Canada in 1925. Carney said he was surprised to discover more extended family connections than he expected. Alongside the … Continue reading Canadian Prime Minister Carney visits grandparents’ Irish village on eve of G7

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce new measures aimed at improving children’s online safety, including potential restrictions on social media use for those under 16. The plan follows growing global concern over the mental and physical health effects of social media, as well as strong public support in the UK for stricter age limits. A national consultation found that most parents back … Continue reading Keir Starmer set to unveil plans for new online protections for children

U.S. President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Representative Mike Collins in a Georgia Senate runoff ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. Collins will face former football coach Derek Dooley in Tuesday’s runoff to decide who will challenge Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in November. Trump praised Collins on Truth Social, calling him a strong supporter of the MAGA movement and a “true friend, fighter, and WARRIOR.” … Continue reading Trump makes endorsement in key Georgia Republican US Senate run-off

Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, 84, was hospitalized on Sunday, though officials did not disclose the reason for his admission. His spokesman said he is receiving “excellent care,” but provided no further details about his condition. McConnell has faced ongoing health issues in recent years and is often seen using a wheelchair with assistance in the Senate. In 2023, he experienced a public episode … Continue reading Former Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell hospitalized

The UFC held a historic fight card on the South Lawn of the White House, with President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, cabinet members, and more than 4,000 spectators in attendance. Despite rain and wind, the event proceeded with military flyovers, live music, and even a “Happy Birthday” song for Trump, who turned 80 that day. In the main event, Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia … Continue reading Trump hosts UFC cage fight on the White House lawn

President Trump said he may not renew the USMCA trade agreement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada when it comes up for review, arguing the deal should be reconsidered or possibly ended. He said the U.S. does not need goods from Canada or Mexico and pointed to trade deficits with both countries as a concern. The USMCA, which replaced NAFTA, is set for automatic … Continue reading Trump says he may not renew USMCA with Mexico and Canada

House Democrats, joined by several Republicans, successfully bypassed GOP leadership to advance the Faster Labor Contracts Act through a discharge petition, forcing a House vote on the bill. The legislation passed 230–193 with support from 20 Republicans and aims to speed up first contract negotiations between employers and newly formed unions. It would require negotiations to begin within 10 days of a union’s request and … Continue reading House passes pro-union bill after 20 Republicans defy party

ActBlue CEO Regina Wallace-Jones refused to answer questions during a House committee hearing, invoking her Fifth Amendment right amid allegations involving foreign campaign donations. She had previously stated she would not participate in the hearing, calling the investigation politically motivated and an overreach of congressional authority. Wallace-Jones and other Democrats argue the probe is retaliation against ActBlue, while calling for scrutiny of Republican fundraising platform … Continue reading ActBlue CEO pleads the Fifth in House hearing on alleged foreign donations