Voters in 21 EU countries, including France and Germany, will wrap up a four-day European Parliament election on Sunday. This election is expected to shift the assembly to the right and increase the number of eurosceptic nationalists. The outcome will influence how the EU, a bloc of 450 million people, addresses challenges such as a hostile Russia, competition from China and the U.S., climate change, … Continue reading European Parliament poised for rightward shift after final voting

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faced backlash and apologized for departing the D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations early to film a TV interview, a move criticized for its impact on his struggling election campaign. While Sunak attended part of the events in Normandy, France, he missed the international ceremony at Omaha Beach attended by world leaders and veterans. His apology, acknowledging the mistake and expressing regret … Continue reading British PM Rishi Sunak apologizes for skipping D-Day commemorations to campaign for election

The prosecution has concluded its case in Hunter Biden’s federal gun charges trial, after presenting testimony from a drug expert and an FBI chemist. The jury has been dismissed until Monday. Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, faces three felony charges: lying to a gun dealer, falsely claiming he was not a drug user, and illegally possessing a gun for 11 days. He has … Continue reading Prosecutors in Hunter Biden Trial Rest Case

On Friday, President Joe Biden publicly apologized to Ukraine for a months-long delay in U.S. military assistance caused by congressional holdups, which had allowed Russia to gain ground in the war. Meeting in Paris with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Biden emphasized continued U.S. support, comparing the current effort to assist Ukraine to the World War II Allied coalition. This meeting followed the 80th anniversary of … Continue reading Biden apologizes to Zelenskyy for congressional holdup to weapons

About a month ago, a meeting in Riyadh between US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and senior Arab officials erupted into a heated exchange between the UAE’s foreign minister and a senior adviser to the Palestinian president. This confrontation, reported by five sources, highlights skepticism about the Palestinian Authority’s planned reforms and reflects internal disputes among Arab leaders, potentially undermining the Biden administration’s strategy for … Continue reading Shouting match ensues between Arab officials at Blinken meeting

In his second speech in as many days in Normandy, President Biden focused on rallying support for Ukraine amidst its war with Russia. He invoked the bravery of the Army Rangers from D-Day, suggesting they would support defending freedom against Putin’s aggression in Europe today. Although Biden did not mention his Republican rival, Donald Trump, directly, he criticized isolationist tendencies, implying a rebuke of Trump, … Continue reading Biden asks Americans to recommit to democracy in speech in Normandy

In an exclusive interview with ABC News anchor David Muir at the Normandy American Cemetery on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, President Joe Biden emphasized that U.S. weapons would not be used to strike Moscow or the Kremlin, despite authorizing their use by Ukraine in Russia. When asked if U.S.-made weapons had already been used in Russia, Biden clarified that their use was limited to … Continue reading Biden tells Muir US weapons will not be used to strike Moscow, Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that his country would consider using nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or territory faced threats. In a meeting with international news agencies, Putin addressed various topics, including the possibility of nuclear war and repercussions for countries supporting Ukraine’s actions against Russia. He emphasized Russia’s nuclear doctrine, which allows for the use of nuclear options if the state’s sovereignty or territorial … Continue reading Putin warns West over Ukraine armaments, nuclear arsenal in news conference

GOP leaders overseeing the impeachment inquiry into President Biden have urged the Justice Department to bring criminal charges against the president’s son and brother, alleging that they misled investigators during discussions. A House committee released a 65-page referral, accusing the relatives of withholding information in an effort to shield Joe Biden from impeachment scrutiny, although the matters in question have limited ties to the president. … Continue reading GOP refers Hunter Biden, James Biden to DOJ amid accusations of misleading Congress

Former President Donald Trump’s gun permit will be revoked by the NYPD following his recent conviction on 34 felony counts in Manhattan, sources informed ABC News. Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon is a federal offense. Trump’s permit was initially suspended after he was indicted last year by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office. On May 30, he was found guilty of falsifying business … Continue reading Trump’s New York gun permit to be revoked following conviction

Former President Donald Trump’s campaign has initiated the vetting process for potential vice presidential candidates, sending out paperwork to a select group of contenders in recent weeks. Among those contacted are North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, and South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, along with Florida Representative Byron Donalds, New York Representative Elise Stefanik, and former cabinet member … Continue reading Trump campaign steps up vice presidential vetting efforts

The Georgia Court of Appeals has paused proceedings related to the 2020 election interference case against former President Trump and his co-defendants until it hears the case to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis in October. The court has tentatively scheduled a hearing date of Oct. 4 for Trump and his co-defendants’ appeal to disqualify Willis due to her alleged affair with former special … Continue reading Georgia court puts pause on Fani Willis’ sweeping election case against Trump

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared victory in the national elections, despite falling short of his goal to secure an unassailable majority for his party. Addressing supporters at his party headquarters in New Delhi, Modi expressed gratitude to the people, noting the significance of the victory for the world’s largest democracy. While Modi is poised to form a government with his allies from the National … Continue reading Modi declares victory in India election but party faces shock losses and will need coalition

Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, is currently facing trial in Delaware over three felony charges connected to his attempt to obtain a firearm in 2018 while allegedly struggling with drug addiction. Despite pleading not guilty after being indicted by special counsel David Weiss last October, Hunter Biden maintains his innocence. This trial marks the first time the child of a sitting president … Continue reading Hunter Biden gun trial: Prosecutors introduce infamous laptop as evidence

The Colorado Republican Party sparked controversy at the beginning of Pride Month by sending out a mass email attacking Pride celebrations and calling for the burning of Pride flags. The email, titled “God Hates Pride,” accused Pride supporters of being “godless groomers” aiming to harm children. The party’s chairman, Dave Williams, endorsed the message. A social media post by the party further fueled the controversy … Continue reading Colorado Republican Party issues call to burn all Pride flags

Under mounting political pressure due to the migrant influx at the southern border, President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Tuesday to temporarily halt asylum requests once daily encounters exceed 2,500. The threshold has already been met, so the shutdown is effective immediately. The border will reopen when daily encounters drop to 1,500. The order, under sections 212(f) and 215(a) of the Immigration and … Continue reading Biden signs executive order dramatically tightening border

President Joe Biden called former President Donald Trump a “convicted felon” during a fundraising event in Connecticut, potentially indicating a more aggressive campaign stance. Biden highlighted the historical significance of a convicted former president seeking re-election and criticized Trump’s attacks on the American justice system. Trump was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments to Stormy Daniels. Biden … Continue reading Biden Labels Trump a ‘Convicted Felon’ During Connecticut Fundraiser

President Joe Biden expressed his support for his son, Hunter Biden, as the latter’s federal trial on criminal gun charges began on Monday. Hunter Biden, 54, faces three counts related to his purchase and possession of a Colt Cobra revolver while struggling with drug addiction in 2018. The trial, expected to last two weeks, commenced in U.S. District Court in Delaware. President Biden, acknowledging his … Continue reading Biden sticks up for son Hunter as federal gun trial begins

Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to defend the UK using nuclear weapons if necessary, as part of Labour’s new defence strategy. Emphasizing that “security will always come first,” he distanced his party from Jeremy Corbyn’s opposition to the Trident nuclear weapons system. If elected, Starmer plans to increase defence spending and update the UK’s nuclear arsenal. Conservative defence secretary Grant Shapps criticized Labour as a … Continue reading Starmer says he is prepared to use nuclear weapons

Nigel Farage has announced his return to frontline politics as the new leader of Reform UK, vowing to lead a “political revolt” and outvote the Conservatives in the upcoming General Election. At a press conference in London, Farage, 60, declared his comeback as a rejection of the political class and confirmed he would run for the Clacton-on-Sea seat in Essex, currently held by the Tories. … Continue reading Farage pledges to lead ‘political revolt,’ will stand in UK election

Claudia Sheinbaum is set to become Mexico’s first female leader in over 200 years of independence, having won the presidency by promising continuity. The 61-year-old former mayor of Mexico City and lifelong leftist ran a disciplined campaign, leveraging the popularity of her predecessor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, to secure her victory in Sunday’s election, according to an official quick count. Despite her political alignment with … Continue reading Mexico elects first female president

Donald Trump, the former U.S. president, has been convicted by a New York jury for falsifying business records to conceal a hush-money payment made to a porn star. This historic verdict marks the first time a former U.S. president has been found guilty of a crime. Here is some of the reactions to the verdict by international political leaders. KREMLIN SPOKESMAN DMITRY PESKOV: “If we … Continue reading International reaction to Donald Trump’s criminal conviction

Top executives from leading artificial intelligence companies, including Google DeepMind, Microsoft AI, Anthropic, and Mistral AI, are gathering in Madrid for a secretive meeting alongside prominent business and political leaders. The annual Bilderberg Meeting, known for its exclusivity and private discussions, will once again focus on AI, following its significant impact on global agendas. Attendees include CEOs from Citigroup, Pfizer, and Shell, as well as … Continue reading Bilderberg Kicks Off: Business and Political leaders meet in secretive meeting

Former President Trump was convicted on all counts in his hush-money trial in New York, marking him as the first former U.S. president to be convicted of a felony. The conviction, involving charges related to falsifying business records to conceal an alleged affair with Stormy Daniels, is a significant legal blow. However, Trump still faces 54 more criminal charges across Georgia, Florida, and Washington, D.C, … Continue reading Trump still faces 54 charges after New York conviction

President Biden addressed former President Trump’s recent criminal conviction, emphasizing that it’s unacceptable for anyone to dismiss the verdict as rigged simply because they disagree with it. The conviction, which saw Trump found guilty on 34 felony counts in a New York hush money trial, has sparked outrage among Republicans, with some even suggesting retaliation if Trump wins the upcoming election. Trump himself responded with … Continue reading Biden breaks silence; Defends justice system