The Biden administration has sanctioned Bidzina Ivanishvili, founder of Georgia’s ruling Georgian Dream party, accusing him of undermining the country’s democratic and pro-Western future in favor of Russia. The sanctions include asset freezes and travel bans, targeting Ivanishvili and his associates. The U.S. condemned the party’s actions under his leadership, including repressing protests and opposition figures. Georgian Dream has been criticized for becoming more authoritarian … Continue reading US sanctions the founder of Georgia’s ruling political party

Ahead of the Trump administration, the Biden White House is set to announce an additional $1.25 billion in military aid to Ukraine. The package will include munitions for air defense systems like the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, Stinger missiles, and artillery rounds. This follows a $988 million aid announcement earlier in December. Biden’s administration has been committed to supporting Ukraine before Trump’s inauguration, despite … Continue reading Biden White House to send $1.25 billion in weapon aid to Ukraine before Trump transition

Two Canadian ministers, Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly, traveled to Palm Beach, Florida, to meet with President-elect Trump’s border security chief, Tom Homan, ahead of Trump’s inauguration. They discussed securing the Canada-U.S. border, combating fentanyl trafficking, and addressing the impact of potential tariffs on Canadian goods. Trump has threatened tariffs unless Canada reduces illegal migration and fentanyl exports, Fox News Has … Continue reading Canadian ministers head to Florida for talks with incoming Trump administration

Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced the dissolution of the Bundestag and set an early general election for February 23, following Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s loss of a confidence vote on December 16. Opinion polls show the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) leading by 10 points over Scholz’s Social Democratic Party (SPD), with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) also gaining support, though unlikely to form a … Continue reading Germany braces for elections as parliament dissolved

South Korea’s parliament voted to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo, following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol two weeks earlier. A total of 192 lawmakers supported the impeachment, surpassing the 151 votes needed. Han, who took over after Yoon’s impeachment due to his failed martial law attempt, faced opposition for blocking judicial appointments related to Yoon’s case. The ruling People Power Party protested the … Continue reading South Korea votes to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo

Former President Bill Clinton has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for the flu, according to his spokesperson. Clinton, 78, was admitted to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital on Monday with a fever and was in “good spirits” during his care. He expressed gratitude for the care he received and sent warm holiday wishes. Clinton has a history of health issues, including heart surgeries … Continue reading Former President Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after being treated for flu

Some conservative House Republicans raised concerns about Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to President-elect Trump ahead of the recent government funding crisis, criticizing his leadership and decision-making. These complaints, which had been ongoing for weeks, included frustrations over Johnson’s handling of key issues and his management of the House GOP. As the funding deadline approached, Johnson’s failure to secure Trump’s demands, such as including a debt … Continue reading House conservatives raised concerns about Johnson to Trump before spending fiasco

President-elect Donald Trump mocked Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday, suggesting that Canada should become the “51st state” of the U.S. and promising a 60% tax cut for Canadians if they join. Trump also jokingly proposed that hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, whom he recently met, run for Prime Minister of Canada, joking that he would win easily without campaigning. Despite Gretzky’s lack of interest … Continue reading Trump trolls Trudeau by promising Canucks he’ll lower taxes if Canada becomes ‘51st state’

President Joe Biden’s decision to commute the sentences of 37 out of 40 federal death row inmates to life without parole has sparked intense debate over the morality of the death penalty and justice for victims’ families. Critics, including President-elect Donald Trump’s spokesman and some Democrats, argued Biden was overstepping his authority, while some anti-death penalty activists felt he didn’t go far enough. Biden, citing … Continue reading Biden faces backlash upon commuting sentences of death row inmates

President Joe Biden signed 50 bills into law on Tuesday, including one making the bald eagle the official bird and another stopping convicted members of Congress from collecting pensions. He also established the first federal anti-hazing standard for higher education and signed a bill supported by Paris Hilton to hold youth treatment centers accountable. Biden recently vetoed a bill to add new judges, commuted sentences … Continue reading Biden signs 50 bills into law, makes bald eagle country’s official bird

A House Ethics Committee report found former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated state laws involving sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, and misuse of congressional resources. The investigation revealed Gaetz paid women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex, attended drug-fueled parties, and made over $90,000 in payments to 12 women from 2017-2020. Witnesses described his use of drugs like ecstasy and marijuana, some purchased through a fake … Continue reading Matt Gaetz ethics report says his drug use and sex with a minor violated state laws

Former President Bill Clinton, 78, has been admitted to Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C., for testing and observation after developing a fever. While the situation is not considered an emergency, Clinton remains in good spirits and appreciates the care he’s receiving. Known for previous health issues, including bypass surgery, stent implants, and a urological infection in 2021, Clinton’s current condition follows public concern … Continue reading Former US President Bill Clinton, 78, rushed to hospital and undergoing testing

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen, 68, was hospitalized after being thrown from a horse while riding with family on Sunday. He was initially taken to Columbus Community Hospital before being transferred to Omaha’s University of Nebraska Medical Center as a precaution. While his injuries weren’t detailed, he’s expected to remain hospitalized for several days, CBS News has reported. Pillen, elected governor in 2022, remains alert and … Continue reading Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen hospitalized after getting bucked off horse

President-elect Donald Trump announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to meet with him soon to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. Speaking at Turning Point’s America Fest, Trump reiterated his claim that he could end the conflict “in 24 hours” and criticized President Biden’s policy allowing Ukraine to strike Russian territory with U.S. weapons. Trump also hinted at reducing U.S. military aid to Ukraine … Continue reading Trump says Putin wants a meeting as soon as possible about the war with Ukraine

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a rare visit by an EU leader to the Kremlin since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Their talks focused on international issues and natural gas supplies, as Slovakia faces potential disruptions when the current transit deal through Ukraine expires this year. Fico, known for his pro-Russia stance, has ended Slovakia’s military aid to … Continue reading Russia’s Putin holds talks with Slovakian PM Fico

The UK government is considering reforms that could block Elon Musk from donating millions to Reform UK. Labour’s Lucy Powell suggested future electoral reforms might address political donations, though no immediate plans exist. Nigel Farage recently revealed Musk is considering a significant donation, speculated to be around $100 million (£78.8 million), The Telegraph has reported. While foreign donations are already banned, UK-based companies can legally … Continue reading UK opens door to banning Musk political donations with new law

Republican Congresswoman Kay Granger, who had been absent from public life for six months, has been located in an assisted living facility specializing in memory care. Granger, who has represented Texas’s 12th Congressional District since 1997, disappeared from public view after her last vote in July. Investigative efforts by Dallas Express reporter Carlos Turcios revealed she had been residing at the facility after being found … Continue reading ‘Missing’ Republican Congresswoman Finally Found Living at Dementia Care Home

U.S. President Joe Biden will visit Rome from January 9-12 to meet with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, President Sergio Mattarella, and Pope Francis. The trip, likely Biden’s last foreign visit as president, will emphasize U.S.-Italy ties and acknowledge Meloni’s influential role as a European leader. Biden will also thank Meloni for her G7 leadership and discuss global challenges. His meeting with Pope Francis will … Continue reading Biden to visit Italian PM Giorgia Meloni in final days of his presidency

Russian President Vladimir Putin portrayed recent setbacks in Syria and Ukraine as successes during his annual Q&A, asserting that Russia has strengthened as a sovereign nation. He expressed readiness for talks with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. Putin highlighted Russia’s daily territorial gains in Ukraine, despite the costly stalemate, and promised to recapture the Kursk region, where Ukrainian … Continue reading Putin says he’s ‘ready’ for potential talks with Trump during year-end news conference

French President Emmanuel Macron faced backlash during his visit to cyclone-hit Mayotte, where locals criticized the lack of water, electricity, and support following Cyclone Chido. Macron’s comment that Mayotte should feel “happy to be in France” drew further anger. The storm, the strongest in 90 years, caused widespread destruction, killing 31 and injuring over 1,300. Mayotte, the EU’s poorest region, struggles with poverty, migration, and … Continue reading Macron tells cyclone-hit Mayotte islanders to be grateful they are French after facing jeers

Senate Republicans expressed frustration Thursday over the House’s failure to pass funding measures to prevent a government shutdown, calling it a “fiasco.” With the Friday deadline looming, no viable agreement is in sight. Speaker Mike Johnson’s latest proposal to fund the government and raise the debt ceiling collapsed, making a shutdown likely. Sen. John Cornyn criticized the dysfunction but hoped for a last-minute solution, while … Continue reading Senate Republicans fume over ‘fiasco’ in House

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly skipping the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation on January 27, fearing potential arrest in Poland due to its support for the ICC’s war crimes warrant against him. The event, marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, will host global leaders, including Britain’s King Charles. Israeli authorities have not coordinated attendance, and President Isaac Herzog also plans to miss the event, … Continue reading Netanyahu won’t attend Auschwitz liberation anniversary event, fearing arrest by Poland

The European Union has launched an investigation into TikTok for possible foreign interference in Romania’s recent presidential election. Allegedly, 25,000 TikTok accounts were activated before the first-round vote to promote independent candidate Calin Georgescu, a far-right figure. Although Russia was accused of involvement, the Kremlin denied it. The EU’s inquiry will focus on TikTok’s content recommendation system and its compliance with the Digital Services Act, … Continue reading EU investigates TikTok over alleged Russian meddling in Romanian vote

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has not responded to a summons for questioning regarding his failed attempt to declare martial law. Despite being asked to appear on Sunday, Yoon stated he was still forming a legal defense. Prosecutors plan to issue another summons. Yoon was impeached on Saturday, with his powers suspended and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo acting as president. Yoon gave a defiant … Continue reading South Korean president doesn’t respond to summons after martial law declaration

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing criticism from within his own Liberal Party following Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s resignation. Freeland, a close ally, left due to a policy clash and criticized Trudeau’s leadership. Polls show the Liberals could lose to the opposition Conservatives in the next election. Trudeau held a meeting with his caucus to address their concerns, with some members urging him to … Continue reading Canada PM Trudeau reflecting on criticism amid leadership crisis, says ally