Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Jewish Canadians are being severely targeted by antisemitic hate and warned that the country is failing to protect them. He stated that antisemitic incidents have risen sharply, with Jewish communities facing attacks on schools, synagogues, businesses, and campuses. Carney said the situation in Canada is particularly serious and requires a targeted national response, including stronger security measures for faith-based … Continue reading Canada’s Carney pledges action over rising antisemitism

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for scrutiny after bodycam footage showed police response during the fatal stabbing of Henry Nowak in Southampton. The footage, which has sparked public outrage and protests, shows officers handcuffing the injured teenager after he was attacked by Vickrum Digwa, who has since been jailed for at least 21 years for murder. The case has triggered debate over policing practices, … Continue reading Henry Nowak arrest footage raises ‘serious questions for police’, Starmer says

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has advanced to a runoff election after failing to secure the 51% needed to win reelection outright. Her campaign has faced criticism from both conservative and progressive opponents, including concerns over homelessness, affordability, and city management. Despite the attacks, Bass argues her administration has made progress on housing, public safety hiring, and reducing homelessness. She has also received support from … Continue reading Incumbent L.A. mayor survives heated criticisms, advances to reelection runoff

Florida lawmakers have advanced Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposal to significantly increase the state’s homestead property tax exemption, with phased increases from $50,000 to $150,000 next year and $250,000 by 2028. The plan includes new protections for school funding taxes after concerns were raised about major revenue losses for local governments and public services. Critics argue the measure could create a large budget shortfall, with some … Continue reading Florida lawmakers revise DeSantis property tax plan before advancing to floor votes

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has rejected a Russian demand to hold an immediate referendum on leaving the Eurasian Economic Union in favor of closer ties with the European Union. The request, made amid rising tensions with Moscow, comes as Russia increases political and economic pressure on Armenia ahead of upcoming elections. Pashinyan said any such referendum would be premature, stressing that Armenia will remain … Continue reading Armenian PM rejects Russia’s demand for EU referendum as relations nosedive

Albanian anti-corruption prosecutors are investigating changes to the protected status of the Vjosa-Narta coastal wetland amid plans for a large luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner’s firm, Affinity Partners. The area, home to sensitive wildlife, has faced growing environmental opposition as authorities consider development plans reportedly including thousands of hotel rooms and villas. Prime Minister Edi Rama has confirmed ongoing talks with Kushner, saying … Continue reading Jared Kushner’s overseas luxury resort project faces anti-corruption investigation

Denmark’s Social Democratic leader Mette Frederiksen has agreed to form a new centre-left minority coalition government, securing a third term as prime minister after months of negotiations. The deal follows a fragmented March election in which 12 parties entered parliament and her party lost its majority but remained the largest. The new coalition includes the Social Liberals, Left Greens, and Moderates, and relies on outside … Continue reading Denmark’s Frederiksen secures third term as prime minister

Colombia’s presidential election has advanced to a runoff between hard-right outsider Abelardo de la Espriella and leftist senator Iván Cepeda after a close first round. De la Espriella led with about 43.7% of the vote, narrowly ahead of Cepeda’s roughly 40.9%, defying pre-election polls that favored Cepeda. Both candidates represent sharply different visions, with De la Espriella campaigning on tough “law and order” policies and … Continue reading Celebration, shock and scepticism follow Colombia’s presidential election