FBI Director Kash Patel clashed sharply with Sen. Chris Van Hollen during a Senate budget hearing after the Maryland Democrat raised allegations about Patel’s conduct, including claims of excessive drinking and poor availability to staff, which Patel strongly denied. Patel called the accusations “unequivocally, categorically false” and accused Van Hollen of making “baseless” claims, while the senator cited a recent media report questioning Patel’s leadership. … Continue reading FBI Director Kash Patel denies drinking allegations in heated Senate exchange

South Africa’s parliament will establish an impeachment committee to investigate President Cyril Ramaphosa over the “Farmgate” scandal involving $4 million in cash allegedly hidden in a sofa at his game farm. The move follows a constitutional court ruling that revived impeachment proceedings after parliament previously blocked an inquiry into the matter. The committee will review evidence and decide whether to recommend formal impeachment steps, a … Continue reading South Africa plans presidential impeachment probe over ‘Farmgate’ scandal

A major corruption scandal has erupted in Ukraine, with prosecutors charging several senior figures, including Andriy Yermak, once a close aide to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with corruption and money laundering. The investigation involves allegations of kickbacks and influence-peddling schemes tied to the energy and defense sectors, alongside leaked recordings that suggest a wider network of corruption within government circles. The scandal has intensified political pressure … Continue reading Kyiv’s corruption scandal threatens Zelenskyy’s EU push

French President Emmanuel Macron announced €23 billion ($27 billion) in new investments in Africa at the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya, aimed at reshaping France’s relationship with the continent toward “co-investment” rather than aid. The funding, coming from both French companies and African partners, will support sectors including energy, artificial intelligence, and agriculture. Kenyan President William Ruto emphasized that future partnerships must be based on … Continue reading France’s Macron unveils a $27 billion investment in Africa 

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he will continue “getting on with governing” despite growing pressure from within the Labour Party to resign following poor local election results and multiple cabinet departures. Four cabinet ministers resigned on Tuesday, adding to earlier exits and increasing calls for Starmer to step down, while more resignations are reportedly possible. Around a fifth of Labour MPs have now called … Continue reading U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects mounting calls to resign

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he has referred Senator Mark Kelly to Pentagon lawyers for allegedly disclosing classified information about U.S. weapons stockpiles, a claim Kelly strongly disputes. Kelly said on television that American missile inventories were depleted after recent conflicts and warned it could take years to rebuild, arguing the information came from a public Senate hearing with Hegseth himself. Hegseth responded on social … Continue reading Hegseth says Pentagon will review Mark Kelly’s US weapons stockpile remarks

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed major tax relief legislation into law Monday, lowering income taxes, expanding deductions, and introducing new property tax relief measures for homeowners. The income tax bill gradually reduces the state rate from 5.19% to 4.99% starting in 2026, with plans for further cuts if revenue growth allows, while also increasing standard deductions, dependent exemptions, and retirement tax relief. It additionally provides … Continue reading Gov. Kemp signs Georgia tax relief bills lowering income taxes and expanding homeowner relief

President Donald Trump is urging Congress to pass the Senate’s 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, breaking a stalemate between the House and Senate over competing housing affordability plans. The Senate version, which has already passed with strong bipartisan support, aims to curb large Wall Street investors from buying single-family homes to prioritize homeownership for individuals. Trump and his allies argue the bill is necessary … Continue reading Trump calls on Congress to pass Senate’s housing bill

Rising global energy tensions tied to the conflict in Iran have pushed gas prices higher, with California averages reaching about $6.15 per gallon and the national average climbing to $4.53. President Donald Trump is urging Congress to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax to ease costs for drivers, though the move requires legislative approval and is not guaranteed to pass. Supporters argue it could provide … Continue reading President Trump calls for suspension of Federal Gas Tax