Jamaica has formally taken its campaign for slavery reparations to King Charles III, asking him to refer legal questions about Britain’s responsibility for the trans-Atlantic slave trade to the Privy Council.  The petition seeks to have the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, which serves as the highest court for several former British colonies, consider whether Britain bears legal responsibility for damages connected to slavery. … Continue reading Jamaica takes its case for reparations for Britain’s role in slavery to King Charles III

The far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD, won a major victory in Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt state election, receiving 43.8% of the vote and winning 39 of the legislature’s 83 seats.  The party fell three seats short of an outright majority, meaning it cannot govern alone and must find support from other lawmakers to form a government. The result was a major setback for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s … Continue reading Germany’s Merz shocked by AfD state election triumph

President Donald Trump is urging vulnerable Republican lawmakers to campaign on his administration’s record as they prepare for the 2026 midterm elections. Speaking at a White House dinner, Trump said Republicans have a strong message for voters, pointing to economic investment, lower drug prices and reduced border crossings. He acknowledged that Republicans face difficult races and pledged to personally campaign in about 35 key House … Continue reading Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

The U.S. House has passed a Republican-backed bill that would penalize universities that participate in boycotts of Israel or restrict academic exchanges with Israeli students and institutions. The Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act passed 237-169, with 33 Democrats joining Republicans in support. The legislation would require universities receiving federal student aid or certain international education funding to certify that they do not participate in … Continue reading US House passes bill penalizing universities that participate in boycott of Israel

House Democrats blocked a Republican-backed constitutional amendment that would have permanently limited the U.S. Supreme Court to nine justices. The measure failed in a 212-206 vote, falling well short of the two-thirds majority required for a constitutional amendment. Republicans argued the amendment was necessary to prevent Democrats from expanding the court if they regain control of Congress and the White House. Democrats opposed the proposal … Continue reading House Democrats block constitutional amendment to lock Supreme Court at 9 justices

Vice President JD Vance refused to describe the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict as a “war,” despite renewed military strikes and tensions in the region. Vance argued that major combat operations ended weeks ago and characterized the recent violence as isolated flare-ups rather than an active war. He declined to provide a timeline for when the conflict will end, saying its conclusion depends largely on Iran stopping … Continue reading ‘I wouldn’t call it a war,’ Vance says after Iran hostilities flare

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia remains open to peace negotiations with Ukraine but warned that Moscow is prepared to continue fighting if a settlement cannot be reached. Putin argued that Russia’s security concerns, particularly regarding NATO and Ukraine’s potential military alignment with the alliance, must be addressed in any agreement. He also criticized increased European defense spending and efforts by NATO members to strengthen … Continue reading Putin floats ‘chance’ at peace with Ukraine as NATO chief warns Russia is becoming ‘increasingly reckless’ 

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants to encourage Europeans to invest more of the roughly €10 trillion they currently keep in bank deposits. The EU says it needs hundreds of billions of euros in additional investment each year for defense, infrastructure, energy, technology and economic competitiveness. Brussels plans to use tax incentives, new financial products and regulatory changes to direct more private savings … Continue reading Brussels Eyes Private Savings as Public Money Runs Out

President Donald Trump called for Iran’s leaders to face trial for “war crimes against humanity,” accusing the government of killing more than 100,000 protesters. Trump described Iran as a “failed nation” and claimed its military, economy and leadership are in disarray. His comments came after renewed U.S. strikes against Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets near the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded with missile attacks … Continue reading Trump calls for leaders of ‘failed nation’ Iran to be tried for ‘war crimes against humanity’

Norway’s new King Haakon VIII formally swore an oath to uphold the country’s constitution and laws during a ceremony before Parliament in Oslo. The ceremony marked the first major institutional step of his reign after his father, King Harald V, died at age 89. Haakon automatically became king following his father’s death, as Norway does not hold traditional coronation ceremonies. His wife, Queen Mette-Marit, was … Continue reading Norway’s new King Haakon VIII takes oath in parliament

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Egypt for a two-day visit as both countries face possible U.S. sanctions over financial ties to Iran. The visit comes as China seeks to expand its influence in the Middle East while the region remains affected by the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict. Xi is expected to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi to discuss Iran, Gaza, Red Sea and Strait … Continue reading China’s Xi arrives in Egypt amid US sanctions threat over Iran links

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his first speech in the House of Commons to promise optimism and “substantial change” for the country. He blamed decades of political and economic decisions, including Margaret Thatcher’s policies and Brexit, for contributing to low growth, inequality and declining living standards. Burnham said his government would focus on lowering everyday costs, revitalizing struggling communities and giving local areas more … Continue reading Burnham blames Brexit and Thatcher for ‘wrong turns’ in first Commons speech as PM

House Democrats are criticizing a Republican-led resolution condemning socialism that also includes support for the GOP’s SAVE America Act, a voter ID proposal. The resolution is scheduled for a House vote and condemns socialist organizations and policies while arguing that socialism should not be adopted in the United States. Several moderate Democrats tried to remove the SAVE Act language so they could support the anti-socialism … Continue reading House Democrats fume about GOP’s anti-socialism bill

U.S. forces carried out their first military strike against Iranian rocket launchers near the Strait of Hormuz, according to NBC News. The strike came after Iran launched attacks in the region, increasing tensions between Washington and Tehran. U.S. officials said the Iranian launchers posed a threat to American forces and shipping in the strategically important waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is a major route for … Continue reading Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘hard’ after U.S. and Iran trade strikes for first time in a month

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has accused networks linked to Russia and Israel of spreading disinformation during a major migrant crisis in the Spanish territory of Ceuta. More than 72,000 migrants attempted to cross from Morocco into Ceuta in late July, with at least 70 people reportedly dying during the mass crossings. Sánchez said the disinformation was being used to attack Spain and Europe and … Continue reading Spain’s leader says Russia and Israel fueled Ceuta migrant crisis “disinformation”

China has warned Taiwan of unspecified “consequences” after Taiwanese officials attended a ceremonial event at the Pacific Islands Forum summit in Palau. China’s Pacific envoy Qian Bo called Taiwan’s presence “very inappropriate” and said Beijing strongly opposed its participation. Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung attended the summit and held meetings with officials as Taipei works to maintain its diplomatic relationships in the Pacific. Palau, which … Continue reading China warns of ‘consequences’ for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend leaders summit

A former White House teleprompter operator has been ordered to pay nearly $173,000 after using advance access to President Donald Trump’s speeches to place bets on Kalshi. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission found that Gabriel Perez used confidential information about words and phrases Trump would say in his speeches to make profitable trades. Perez earned more than $107,500 in profits and must return that money, … Continue reading Trump teleprompter operator ordered to pay nearly $173K over Kalshi bets on speeches

Icelandic voters narrowly rejected restarting negotiations to join the European Union, with 52.8% voting against the proposal and 47.2% supporting it. Turnout was high at 82.5%, reflecting strong public interest in the divisive issue. Supporters argued that closer ties with the EU could strengthen Iceland’s security and international position, while opponents warned about losing sovereignty and control over the country’s fishing industry. The vote also … Continue reading Iceland rejects EU accession talks after divisive referendum campaign 

Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., told reporters to stop asking her about controversial Twitch streamer Hasan Piker while campaigning for Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Dingell said she did not want to discuss Piker and attempted to shift attention back to El-Sayed’s campaign. Piker has faced growing criticism over controversial comments, including remarks about Israel and Jewish Americans, while El-Sayed has recently distanced himself from some … Continue reading Michigan Democrat demands reporters stop asking ‘about Hasan Piker’ ahead of Senate race

Norway’s 89-year-old King Harald is in an “extremely serious” condition after his health deteriorated while he was being treated in a hospital in Oslo. The king has been hospitalized since August 17 with haemolytic anaemia, a blood disorder that causes red blood cells to break down too quickly. He also developed a bacterial infection in his blood and has been receiving treatment for the infection. … Continue reading Norway’s King Harald in ‘extremely serious’ condition, palace says

Former Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladić, who was convicted of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity, has died at age 84. He died at a United Nations prison hospital in The Hague while serving a life sentence. Mladić was convicted in 2017 for his role in the 1992–1995 Bosnian War, including the 1995 Srebrenica massacre in which more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and … Continue reading Convicted Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladic dies

Nurse N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas has won the Democratic Senate primary runoff in Oklahoma, defeating attorney and minister Jim Priest despite being heavily outspent. The 31-year-old member of the Chickasaw Nation describes herself as a democratic socialist and supports progressive policies including Medicare for All, universal childcare and paid parental leave. Thomas also supports abolishing ICE and said she believes the current economic system is failing … Continue reading Democratic socialists notch another win in the Oklahoma Senate primary runoff

Maine Republican gubernatorial nominee Bobby Charles said he plans to ask White House border czar Tom Homan to send ICE agents and U.S. Marshals to polling places before the November midterm elections. Charles said his goal would be to prevent illegal voting, violence and intimidation, while ensuring that people legally entitled to vote can cast their ballots. Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said federal … Continue reading GOP nominee for Maine governor calls for ICE agents at state polling places

President Donald Trump defended the continued expansion of data centers, arguing they are essential to maintaining the United States’ lead over China in artificial intelligence. Trump said data centers create jobs and economic growth and claimed many facilities are building their own power plants rather than taking electricity from the public grid. However, some data centers do rely on the electrical grid, while others are … Continue reading Trump says communities that oppose data centers are “making a mistake”

The Trump administration announced a new plan called “Operation Economic Outcast” aimed at isolating Iran’s economy by imposing secondary sanctions on countries and entities that help Tehran conduct business. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States will begin giving countries timelines to end activities that support Iran, warning that entities facilitating Iranian money laundering could lose access to the U.S. dollar system. The administration … Continue reading Trump admin unveils anti-Iran global sanctions plan, signals China not exempt