Trinidad and Tobago awarded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi its highest civilian honor, the Order of the Republic, on Friday—the first time it has gone to a foreign leader. During his first official visit to the country, Modi emphasized the historic ties between the two nations, dating back to Indian indentured laborers arriving in 1845. The visit focused on strengthening partnerships in energy, health, and … Continue reading Indian PM Modi receives Trinidad and Tobago’s highest honor

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy met Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Damascus on Saturday, restoring diplomatic ties after 14 years of conflict and tension. The visit follows the ouster of Bashar Assad in December by al-Sharaa’s forces. Britain pledged £94.5 million ($129 million) in new aid to support Syria’s recovery, humanitarian needs, and chemical weapons removal, the Associated Press has reported. Lammy also visited Beirut to … Continue reading UK foreign secretary visits Syria, renewing ties after 14 years of conflict

Brazil will host a BRICS summit Sunday and Monday, with leaders expected to discuss sensitive issues like Israel’s attack on Iran, the Gaza crisis, and U.S. trade tariffs carefully. Analysts say the bloc’s recent expansion has made it less cohesive, limiting its ability to challenge Western dominance. Brazilian President Lula wants to focus on topics like artificial intelligence and climate change, while key leaders like … Continue reading Brazil hosts BRICS summit

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein vetoed four Republican-backed bills targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and transgender policies. Stein called the DEI measures “mean-spirited” and divisive, criticizing them for marginalizing vulnerable groups while the legislature failed to pass a budget. The bills would have banned DEI programs and funding in state and local governments. The transgender bill, originally focused on age verification for adult … Continue reading North Carolina governor vetoes Republican-led anti DEI and trans legislation

Elon Musk announced he is launching a new political party, the “America Party,” after a public feud with President Trump. Promising to “give back your freedom,” Musk made the announcement on X following a poll in which over 65% of his followers supported the idea. Details about the party’s registration, leadership, or policies remain unclear. Musk cannot run for president himself since he was born … Continue reading Elon Musk says he is launching new political party

President Donald Trump announced that the White House will host a UFC championship fight next year as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations of American independence. Speaking in Iowa, Trump said the event will draw 20,000-25,000 spectators and highlighted his long friendship with UFC president Dana White. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called the event “EPIC.” Trump has attended several UFC events and previously … Continue reading White House to host UFC fight, Trump announces

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone Thursday, but made no progress toward ending the war in Ukraine. Trump, who has long claimed he could quickly broker peace, admitted, “I didn’t make any progress.” The nearly two-hour call also covered Iran, but no breakthrough was reported. Putin’s aide confirmed the two did not discuss the reported pause in U.S. weapons shipments … Continue reading Trump says no progress on Ukraine in call with Putin

Democrats fiercely condemned the passage of Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, calling it a cruel giveaway to billionaires at the expense of working Americans. Party leaders accused Republicans of gutting Medicaid, food assistance, and health coverage while boosting immigration enforcement and delivering permanent tax breaks for the wealthy. Figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rashida Tlaib slammed the bill as “disgusting” and “violent,” warning … Continue reading Democrats furious over Trump bill’s passage

President Trump is celebrating the narrow passage of his massive “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping domestic policy package that includes major tax cuts, immigration crackdowns, and spending priorities drawn from his 2024 campaign promises. Despite Trump’s claim that the bill is “very popular,” national polls show most Americans oppose it, with many worried it will hurt their families. The $3.4 trillion package extends his … Continue reading Trump touts ‘very popular’ domestic policy bill ahead of White House signing

At a supposedly bipartisan event in Des Moines, Iowa, celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, former President Donald Trump used his speech to attack Democrats, declaring, “I hate them, too.” Speaking at the podium in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday, Trump immediately started firing off political cannons. “They wouldn’t vote only because they hate Trump, but I hate them, too, you know?” Trump said, referring to … Continue reading Trump Kicks Off Celebration of America by Declaring His Hatred for Democrats

The House of Representatives’ progress on Donald Trump’s $3.3 trillion “big, beautiful bill” was halted by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who used a procedural privilege to deliver a marathon speech criticizing the bill’s cuts to social programs and tax breaks for the wealthy. The bill, which includes permanent Trump-era tax cuts, new deductions, defense spending boosts, and stricter work requirements for benefits, advanced in a narrow … Continue reading Jeffries stalls Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ for hours after House GOP mutiny breakthrough

US President Donald Trump will meet with the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal from July 9 to 11, in a move seen as part of growing US diplomatic engagement with Africa. The mini-summit is expected to focus on trade and investment, reflecting Trump’s push to boost business ties instead of traditional aid. It follows a US-brokered peace deal between Rwanda and the … Continue reading President Trump announces surprise summit with five African Nations

The European Parliament will hold a no-confidence vote next week against the European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen. The motion, launched by a right-wing Romanian MEP over transparency concerns about vaccine deal text messages with Pfizer, is unlikely to pass but highlights growing frustration in Brussels. If successful, it would force the entire Commission to resign, the DW has reported. The vote comes … Continue reading Von der Leyen’s European Commission faces no-confidence vote

Denmark is urging the EU to fully use its legal tools, including the Article 7 “nuclear option,” to address Hungary’s violations of fundamental EU values. Danish European Affairs Minister Marie Bjerre called for continuing hearings on Hungary and suggested restricting EU funds for rule-breakers. She also criticized Hungary’s blockade of Ukraine’s EU membership bid, saying Denmark wants all options on the table to move enlargement … Continue reading Denmark pushes to suspend Hungary’s EU voting rights

Thailand’s prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has been suspended by the Constitutional Court pending an ethics probe over a leaked phone call with Cambodia’s former leader Hun Sen. In the call, she appeared to criticize Thailand’s army and offered to help Hun Sen during a border dispute, sparking outrage and protests. Her coalition partner withdrew support, threatening her hold on power. Despite apologizing and defending her … Continue reading Thailand’s prime minister suspended over leaked phone call with former strongman

President Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis put aside their rivalry to jointly open a large immigrant detention center in the Everglades, nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz.” The facility, built in just eight days to house 3,000 detainees, is a key part of Trump’s immigration crackdown and boosts Florida Republicans’ political standing. Despite past tensions, Trump and DeSantis praised each other during the event, signaling a thaw … Continue reading Trump and Ron DeSantis put aside rivalry at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

The House of Representatives is beginning final steps to approve President Trump’s sweeping “big, beautiful bill” after the Senate narrowly passed it with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. The bill, covering taxes, border security, energy, defense, and raising the debt limit by $5 trillion, faces potential challenges in the House, where just four GOP “no” votes could block it. Key conservatives on … Continue reading House kicks off final sprint for Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ with key committee hearing

Sir Keir Starmer’s welfare bill passed its first Commons vote by a narrow majority of 75 despite a large rebellion of 49 Labour MPs—the biggest defiance since 1997. The bill, heavily watered down after concessions, mainly cuts Universal Credit sickness benefits for new claimants but delays changes to disability payments (PIP) until after a 2026 review. Many MPs expressed concern over the bill’s impact on … Continue reading Starmer survives rebellion as watered-down welfare cuts pass key vote

Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska cast the decisive vote to pass President Trump’s tax-and-spending bill in the Senate, helping secure its narrow 51-50 approval after Vice President JD Vance broke the tie. Though critical of the bill—especially its cuts to SNAP benefits—Murkowski supported it after negotiating carveouts to shield Alaska from those cuts for two years and securing more funding for rural hospitals. She … Continue reading GOP Sen. Murkowski cast crucial vote for Trump’s megabill after getting key carveout

Senate Republicans narrowly passed President Donald Trump’s major tax cuts and spending bill after a tense overnight session, with the vote split 50-50 and Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaker. Three GOP senators joined all Democrats in opposition, highlighting divisions within the party. The bill now returns to the House, where changes—especially to Medicaid—could spark further conflict despite Speaker Mike Johnson’s push to meet … Continue reading Senate passes Trump’s big tax and spending cuts bill

Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina delivered a scathing Senate floor speech criticizing the Senate’s version of Trump’s proposed budget bill, warning it would break Trump’s promise not to cut Medicaid. Tillis, who announced he won’t seek re-election, argued the bill’s Medicaid cuts would threaten coverage for over 660,000 North Carolinians. He blamed “amateurs” advising Trump and urged changes to avoid harming vulnerable people, The … Continue reading Republican senator denounces Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ in fiery speech

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, 80, has confirmed he will run in next year’s election, aiming to extend his nearly 40-year rule. His National Resistance Movement (NRM) removed term and age limits to keep him in power. Critics accuse Museveni of suppressing dissent and using security forces to maintain control. Opposition leader Bobi Wine plans to run again after rejecting the 2021 results as fraudulent, Al-Jazeera … Continue reading Uganda’s President Museveni confirms bid to extend nearly 40-year rule

Hong Kong’s League of Social Democrats, the city’s last active protest group, has announced its disbandment due to mounting political pressure and fear of repercussions under the national security laws. The move comes ahead of the fifth anniversary of Beijing’s sweeping legislation, which critics say has crushed dissent and opposition. Over nearly 20 years, the group endured arrests, internal struggles, and suppression. Leaders cited increasing … Continue reading One of Hong Kong’s last major pro-democracy parties disbands

Jeannette Jara, Chile’s former labor minister and a member of the Communist Party, won the left-wing primary with over 60% of the vote, defeating moderate rival Carolina Toha. Jara will be the government’s candidate in the November presidential election, facing strong center-right and far-right challengers amid declining popularity for the ruling coalition. Known for her work raising the minimum wage and cutting the workweek, Jara … Continue reading Chile communist Jeannette Jara to lead beleaguered ruling coalition at election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel’s recent military success in Iran has created new opportunities to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza, signaling a shift in focus from defeating Hamas to prioritizing their return. His comments mark a change from earlier pledges of “total victory” over Hamas. The Hostages Families Forum urged a comprehensive deal to bring all 50 hostages home. Meanwhile, … Continue reading Netanyahu says ‘opportunities have opened up’ to free hostages, as Trump demands Gaza ‘deal’