Burkina Faso's parliament has unanimously approved a law criminalizing homosexual acts, imposing penalties of up to five years imprisonment. This follows a similar move by neighboring Mali. The legislation, part of a broader African trend, has drawn international criticism, with some organizations expressing concern about human rights violations. ...
The Trump administration will announce that U.S. Space Command will be located in Alabama, reversing a Biden decision to keep it in Colorado. This was a long-fought battle between the two states, impacting local economies and politics. Alabama's Huntsville, known as 'Rocket City', boasts strong space infrastructure, including Redstone...
A California federal court ruled that the Trump administration illegally used the National Guard and Marines for domestic law enforcement in Los Angeles, violating the Posse Comitatus Act. Judge Breyer's ruling prevents the use of military personnel for civilian law enforcement in California, although troops can still protect federal...
Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro and seven allies, including military officials, are on trial for allegedly attempting a coup. This is the first time such high-ranking figures face justice for undermining Brazilian democracy. The trial, expected to last two weeks, involves accusations of a plot to prevent Luiz...
Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti is running for Congress in Pennsylvania's 2026 midterm elections, boosting the Democrats' chances of gaining House seats. Cognetti, a popular and independent-minded mayor, aims to unseat Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan in a district that leans Democratic but has voted for Trump. Democrats need only...
A federal judge ruled that President Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth illegally used the US military for law enforcement in Los Angeles, violating the Posse Comitatus Act. Thousands of National Guard members and Marines were deployed during an immigration crackdown. The judge found that this created a "national police...
A federal judge blocked President Trump from using the National Guard in California for law enforcement, citing a violation of the Posse Comitatus Act. This act prevents the military from domestic law enforcement. The ruling, which temporarily allows the administration to appeal until September 12th, followed a lawsuit by...
Tens of thousands of Serbians protested for the tenth month, demanding early elections and justice for the 16 victims of a train station canopy collapse. Students led the demonstrations in Belgrade and other cities, facing riot police and a crackdown from President Vucic's government. Authorities have dismissed professors...
Congress faces a government shutdown deadline and renewed conflict over the Epstein files. The White House plans budget cuts using a contested method. Meanwhile, China prepares a massive military parade attended by Russia and North Korea, showcasing new weaponry, amidst heightened regional tensions. Other news includes Trump's...
Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio warns of rising US inequality, comparing the current political climate to the 1930s and 40s. He believes wealth gaps and declining trust are fueling extremism and weakening democracy, potentially leading to autocratic rule. Dalio criticizes business leaders' silence and expresses concern over increasing...
