Elon Musk, owner of the social media platform X, labeled Australia’s center-left government “fascists” in response to proposed legislation aimed at imposing fines on social media companies for failing to curb misinformation. The legislation, introduced by Australia’s Labor government, would allow fines of up to 5% of a company’s global revenue if they do not adhere to codes of conduct designed to prevent the spread … Continue reading Elon Musk calls Australian government ‘fascists’ over misinformation law

The president of Comoros, Azali Assoumani, sustained minor injuries from a knife attack while attending a funeral on Friday. The attacker, a 24-year-old soldier named Ahmed Abdou, was arrested but was later found dead in his police cell. Government officials confirmed that Abdou used a kitchen knife in the assault, which also injured a civilian who attempted to protect the president. An investigation is currently … Continue reading Comoros president is ‘slightly injured’ in knife attack

The government of South Sudan has announced the postponement of its long-delayed national election until December 22, 2026, extending the transitional period by two years. This decision, made under President Salva Kiir Mayardit, highlights ongoing challenges in the country’s fragile peace process following a 2018 agreement that ended a five-year civil war. Although the conflict officially ended, violence among rival communities remains prevalent, Reuters has … Continue reading South Sudan postpones long-delayed election by two years, presidency says

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called on the Biden administration to prevent Ukraine from using American-supplied long-range weapons to target Russian territory, warning against the dangers of escalating the conflict. Kennedy, who recently ended his independent presidential campaign to support Donald Trump, shared concerns about the impact of such actions on the war’s dynamics. Analysts argue that these weapons would not significantly enhance Ukraine’s chances … Continue reading RFK Jr Warns Biden Over Looming Long-Range Missiles Decision: ‘Stop It’

As the government shutdown deadline approaches, a growing number of House Republicans believe a clean continuing resolution (CR) is the likely solution, postponing the shutdown until after the election. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) abandoned a vote on his conservative funding bill after it failed to gain enough GOP support, pushing the House back to square one. Some Republicans still advocate for another conservative bill to … Continue reading Republicans push for clean stopgap as leaders regroup on shutdown plan

At a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona, former President Donald Trump announced that if elected, he would eliminate taxes on overtime pay. Trump claimed this would encourage work and make it easier for companies to hire. The Harris campaign criticized the proposal as insincere, pointing to Trump’s previous policies that reduced overtime protections, NBC News has reported. Trump’s pledge follows a debate against Vice President … Continue reading Trump says he would end all taxes on overtime pay at first post-debate rally

Attorney General Merrick Garland declared Thursday that he will not permit the Justice Department to be used as a political tool, addressing what he called “conspiracy theories and dangerous falsehoods” aimed at federal law enforcement. Speaking to Justice Department members, Garland reaffirmed the department’s commitment to impartiality amid accusations from Republicans that it is politically weaponized against former President Donald Trump. Garland condemned these attacks … Continue reading Garland says he won’t let the Justice Department be used as a political weapon

Rachele Mussolini, granddaughter of Italy’s wartime dictator Benito Mussolini, announced she is leaving Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party due to its right-wing stance and recent disagreements over minority rights. Mussolini, a prominent city councillor in Rome, will join the more centrist Forza Italia group. She cited her dissatisfaction with Brothers of Italy’s positions on civil rights and a recent dispute over gender … Continue reading Mussolini’s granddaughter quits Meloni’s party saying it’s too right wing