The Philippines and Japan signed two defense agreements, including an Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement allowing their forces to exchange supplies such as fuel, ammunition, and food during joint training. Japan also pledged $6 million in security assistance to build facilities for donated patrol boats, boosting Manila’s naval capabilities. The agreements deepen military ties amid regional tensions, with both countries emphasizing freedom of navigation and opposition … Continue reading Japan, Philippines sign new defence pacts amid surging China tensions

Three Democratic lawmakers said they are being investigated by federal prosecutors for participating in a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders. Reps. Jason Crow, Chrissy Houlahan, and Maggie Goodlander said they were contacted by the U.S. attorney in Washington seeking interviews related to the video. The November message, which included other Democratic lawmakers with military backgrounds, was released during debate over President Trump’s … Continue reading More Democrat reps involved in ‘refuse illegal orders’ video report receiving inquiry from US attorney

Democratic Rep. Robin Kelly introduced articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. Kelly alleges Noem obstructed Congress, violated public trust, and engaged in self‑dealing, and claims she has the support of 70 members of Congress. Noem and the Trump administration have defended the agency’s actions, calling the incident an … Continue reading Democratic lawmakers file articles of impeachment against Kristi Noem

Whole milk is returning to school cafeterias nationwide after President Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, overturning Obama-era limits on higher-fat milk. Schools in the National School Lunch Program can now offer whole, 2%, 1%, and skim milk, as well as nondairy alternatives that meet nutritional standards. The law allows parents to request nondairy milk for their children without a doctor’s note … Continue reading Trump signs a law returning whole milk to school lunches

The Senate blocked a war powers resolution that would have required President Trump to get congressional approval before further military actions in Venezuela, with Vice President JD Vance breaking a 51-50 tie. The measure was prompted by a recent U.S. operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro without prior congressional notice. Two Republicans who had initially supported the resolution, Josh Hawley and Todd Young, reversed … Continue reading Senate Republicans block Venezuela war powers resolution

U.S. President Donald Trump will attend next week’s World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, leading the largest-ever American delegation. He will be joined by five Cabinet secretaries and other top officials as the forum brings together around 3,000 participants from 130 countries. The meeting will feature about 850 CEOs, 64 heads of state or government, and leaders including six G7 members, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and … Continue reading Trump set to lead largest-ever US delegation to World Economic Forum in Davos next week

Marine Le Pen appeared in court Tuesday to appeal her 2027 embezzlement conviction, denying any wrongdoing. She seeks to overturn a March ruling that found her guilty of misusing European Parliament funds to hire aides from 2004 to 2016, which resulted in a five-year ban from office, house arrest, a suspended sentence, and a €100,000 fine. Le Pen argued that neither she nor her party … Continue reading Marine Le Pen’s appeal trial opens in Paris

South Korea’s special prosecutor has requested the death penalty for former President Yoon Suk Yeol over his brief martial law declaration in 2024, charging him with leading an insurrection. Yoon claims the action was within his constitutional authority to protect freedom and sovereignty, while prosecutors allege it was a power grab targeting the judiciary and legislature. The martial law order, issued on Dec. 3, 2024, … Continue reading South Korea’s special prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-President Yoon

Former President Bill Clinton did not appear for a scheduled deposition before the House Oversight Committee in its bipartisan investigation of Jeffrey Epstein, defying a congressional subpoena. Committee Chairman James Comer announced plans to move forward with contempt of Congress proceedings against Clinton, noting that no Democrats attended Tuesday’s deposition. Clinton’s attorneys argued the subpoenas were legally invalid, claiming they violated separation-of-powers principles and were … Continue reading Bill Clinton defies congressional subpoena, Comer says contempt charges moving ahead

President Donald Trump announced he is cutting off talks with Iranian officials amid a violent crackdown on nationwide protests, telling Iranians “help is on its way.” The move comes after Trump had indicated Iran was seeking negotiations following his threat of military action, with more than 1,850 protesters reportedly killed and over 16,700 detained. Trump urged citizens to continue protesting and record the names of … Continue reading Trump cancels meetings with Iranian officials and tells protesters ‘help is on its way’