Doug Ford secured a rare third term as Ontario’s premier, with his Progressive Conservatives winning 43% of the vote. Ford called the election early to strengthen his mandate against Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs, which could heavily impact Ontario’s manufacturing sector. Voter turnout was 42.6%, despite winter storms. Ontario faces major healthcare challenges, with 2.5 million residents lacking primary care. Ford’s campaign included trips to Washington … Continue reading Doug Ford wins Ontario election on back of tariff rallying cry

India and the EU have agreed to finalize a long-pending free trade deal by the end of 2024, aiming to strengthen ties in trade, technology, and defense. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized their shared democratic values and strategic partnership. The deal, which would be the largest of its kind, gains urgency amid potential U.S. tariffs on EU … Continue reading India and EU agree to conclude a long-pending free trade agreement 

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi for clarification on whether the DOJ is being weaponized against her after repeated attacks from Trump’s immigration adviser, Tom Homan. Homan accused her of potentially violating federal law by hosting a “Know Your Rights” webinar for immigrants, suggesting she was helping them evade law enforcement. Ocasio-Cortez defended the event as protected free speech and accused … Continue reading Ocasio-Cortez asks DOJ: Am I under investigation?

House Democrats are quietly preparing for the possibility that Nancy Pelosi, 84, will step down at the end of her term, with the party’s campaign arm reportedly gathering information on potential successors. While Pelosi has not announced her plans, concerns over her health and leadership strategy have grown. Rumored candidates include her daughter Christine Pelosi, state Sen. Scott Wiener, and former AOC staffer Saikat Chakrabarti. … Continue reading Dems start work on Pelosi succession plan

Donald Trump clashed with Volodymyr Zelensky in a heated Oval Office meeting, accusing him of being ungrateful for U.S. military aid and demanding he negotiate peace with Russia. The shouting match, which also involved Vice President JD Vance, led Trump to cancel a planned minerals deal and expel Zelensky from the White House. Trump later stated Zelensky could return “when he is ready for peace.” … Continue reading Trump and Zelensky’s meeting descends into screaming match

Donald Trump announced a new “$5M gold card” visa offering wealthy buyers permanent U.S. residency and a path to citizenship, replacing the EB-5 investor visa. He claimed it would boost job creation and help pay off U.S. debt. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick called it an improvement over the EB-5 program, though details on eligibility and limits remain unclear, the BBC has reported. Written by B.C. … Continue reading Trump says $5m ‘gold card’ immigration visas will ‘sell like crazy’

Donald Trump announced plans for a 25% tariff on EU goods, claiming the bloc was created to “screw the United States.” The EU vowed to respond firmly. Trump also suggested possible delays on tariffs for Mexico and Canada, set for March 4, though an official insisted the deadline remains, the BBC has reported. His trade policies have sparked uncertainty, with markets reacting negatively. Written by … Continue reading Trump says 25% tariffs on EU will be announced soon

Romanian populist leader Călin Georgescu was detained and charged just days after U.S. Vice President JD Vance warned of threats to democracy in Romania. Georgescu, who won the first round of last year’s annulled presidential election, was accused of promoting extremist ideologies and inciting actions against the constitutional order. Authorities claim Russian interference influenced the election, but critics call the evidence weak. His arrest sparked … Continue reading Frontrunner of Romania’s Annulled Election Georgescu Indicted

Germany’s outgoing parliament may approve a new €200bn defense fund before dissolving in March, as conservative leader Friedrich Merz pushes for greater military spending amid rising geopolitical tensions. Merz argues Europe must reduce dependence on the U.S., while Germany struggles to meet NATO and U.S. defense spending targets. A proposed constitutional reform to ease borrowing limits remains controversial, with opposition from far-left and far-right factions, … Continue reading German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defense fund

Bosnia’s court has sentenced pro-Russia Bosnian Serb President Milorad Dodik to one year in prison and banned him from politics for six years over his separatist actions. The conviction follows charges of defying the international peace envoy overseeing Bosnia’s stability. Dodik, absent during sentencing, has vowed to disobey the ruling and has threatened secession of Republika Srpska from Bosnia. The US has imposed sanctions on … Continue reading Bosnian Serb president Dodik sentenced for separatist actions

The House of Representatives passed a resolution aimed at advancing President Trump’s priorities, including border security, defense, energy, and taxes, with a 217-215 vote. All Democrats opposed it, along with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie, concerned about its deficit impact. The resolution now moves to House committees for further development and will be negotiated with the Senate. The bill proposes a $300 billion increase in border … Continue reading Trump budget bill with $4.5 trillion in tax cuts survives House vote

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has proposed increasing the UK’s defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, funded by cuts to the international aid budget. While opposition parties support the move, charities have condemned the aid reductions, calling it a “betrayal.” The UK’s aid budget would decrease from 0.5% to 0.3% of GDP by 2027 to fund the £13.4bn yearly boost in defence. The … Continue reading Starmer cuts aid to fund hike in defence spending

Speaker Mike Johnson is moving forward with a House vote on a multitrillion-dollar budget plan, crucial for President Trump’s legislative agenda. However, conservative Republicans, including Reps. Victoria Spartz, Tim Burchett, Warren Davidson, and Thomas Massie, are threatening to oppose it due to concerns about insufficient spending cuts. With a narrow GOP majority, their votes could block the plan. The budget includes $4.5 trillion in tax … Continue reading Conservatives threaten to tank House budget vote needed to advance Trump agenda

U.S. President Donald Trump is asserting dominance in talks to end the Ukraine war, but the EU holds a €200 billion asset in Russian sovereign funds frozen in Brussels-based Euroclear, which could be used as leverage in negotiations. Some European nations, particularly in the Baltic and Nordic regions, advocate for unfreezing the funds to aid Ukraine, while others, like France, Germany, and Italy, worry it … Continue reading EU eyes €200B secret weapon as Trump dominates Ukraine peace talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed willingness to collaborate with the U.S. on mining rare earth minerals in Russia and Russian-occupied Ukraine, emphasizing the economic value of these resources. He also proposed energy deals and aluminum exports to the U.S. if sanctions are lifted. Putin’s comments coincide with the Trump administration’s efforts to secure access to Ukraine’s minerals in exchange for financial support in the war, … Continue reading Putin says Russia is open to economic cooperation with US on rare earth minerals

President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron met at the White House to discuss progress toward ending the war in Ukraine. Trump praised their efforts, noting that substantial progress had been made in talks with Russia and other nations. Macron emphasized the need for a solid peace to stabilize Ukraine and reaffirmed Europe’s commitment to stronger defense and economic partnerships. Trump also discussed a … Continue reading Trump meets France’s Macron at White House, says ‘lot of progress’ made toward ending war in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected U.S. pressure to sign a $500bn minerals deal, stating that the sum was far higher than the U.S.’s actual military contribution of $100bn. He criticized the financial terms, including the demand for Ukraine to repay $2 for every $1 of military aid, which was not applied to other countries like Israel or Saudi Arabia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s … Continue reading Zelenskyy says he would ‘quit for peace’ as he refuses US demand for Ukraine minerals

French President Emmanuel Macron and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer are visiting Washington this week to persuade President Donald Trump not to abandon Ukraine in its war with Russia. Macron has criticized Trump’s statements aligning with Russia’s narrative, while Starmer aims to act as a bridge between Europe and the U.S. The two leaders emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty in peace talks. Their visits … Continue reading The leaders of France and Britain head to Washington

The leaders of the 27 EU countries will hold an emergency summit on March 6 in Brussels to discuss Ukraine’s situation and Europe’s security. European Council President Antonio Costa emphasized the importance of the moment. Since the EU’s last meeting in February, the Trump administration’s shift in policy has impacted U.S. support for Ukraine and European defense, the Associated Press has reported. EU Commission President … Continue reading EU leaders will hold an emergency summit on Ukraine and European security

President Donald Trump announced that Dan Bongino will be the next deputy director of the FBI, following Kash Patel’s appointment as FBI director. Bongino, a former NYPD officer, Secret Service agent, and successful podcaster, holds a Master’s in Psychology and an MBA. Trump praised his dedication to justice and his readiness to serve, alongside Attorney General Pam Bondi and Director Patel, Fox News has reported. … Continue reading Trump announces Dan Bongino will be deputy director of the FBI

Germany’s centre-right CDU/CSU bloc is set for a clear victory in Sunday’s parliamentary elections, with exit polls showing it securing 28.5% to 29% of the vote. This paves the way for Friedrich Merz to become the next chancellor, succeeding Olaf Scholz, depending on coalition talks. The far-right AfD saw a significant surge, reaching 19.5% to 20%. Scholz’s Social Democrats (SPD) faced a major defeat, falling … Continue reading Germany’s conservatives win election

California Gov. Gavin Newsom requested nearly $40 billion in wildfire recovery aid from Congress following devastating fires in Southern California that killed at least 29 people and destroyed over 16,000 structures. The funds would support both immediate recovery and long-term rebuilding efforts, including repairs, business loans, and low-income housing credits. Newsom emphasized the lasting economic impact and the need for federal assistance, building on the … Continue reading California Gov. Newsom requests nearly $40 billion in wildfire recovery funding in letter to Congress

President Trump clashed with Maine Gov. Janet Mills at a White House event over his executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports. Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from Maine if the state doesn’t comply with the order, to which Mills responded she would follow state and federal laws and take legal action if necessary. After the event, Mills emphasized that Maine … Continue reading Trump spars with Democratic Maine governor at White House event over transgender athlete executive order

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty in discussions with President Donald Trump next week, following a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Starmer reiterated the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine and stressed that Ukraine must be central to any peace negotiations. This comes as Trump seeks to thaw relations with Russia and end the war in Ukraine, sparking protests … Continue reading I’ll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer says

Arab leaders met secretly in Saudi Arabia to discuss Gaza’s future, with no official press release or public details. Their primary focus was to address President Trump’s controversial plan for Gaza, which suggests displacing Palestinians and transforming the area into a real estate project. Arab states, particularly Egypt and Jordan, have rejected this plan, viewing it as destabilizing, while the UAE stresses that Gaza’s reconstruction … Continue reading Arab leaders huddle in Saudi Arabia in pushback to Trump’s Gaza plans