Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, announced his candidacy for an eighth term in October's election. This follows weeks of speculation regarding his health and recent defections from his ruling coalition. Biya, in power since 1982, has faced criticism over governance and security...
Former President Obama urged Democrats to "toughen up" and actively participate in politics, criticizing excessive internal debate and inaction. Speaking at a New Jersey fundraiser that raised $2.5 million for the DNC, he emphasized supporting key gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia as crucial steps. Obama stressed the...
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, 82, died in a London clinic on Sunday and will be flown home for a simple burial in his hometown, Daura, on Monday. Vice President Shettima accompanied the body back to Nigeria. A simple burial, in accordance with Islamic traditions, will take place....
Donald Trump's foreign policy is increasingly focused on aiding fellow authoritarian figures facing criminal charges. He's intervened in cases involving Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil, Marine Le Pen in France, Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel, and others, using tariffs and political pressure to influence legal proceedings. Trump's actions are seen...
Congressional Republicans face a crucial deadline to pass President Trump's $9.4 billion spending cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting. Trump threatens to withhold endorsements from dissenting Republicans. Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins opposes cuts to PEPFAR and some public broadcasting funds, while other Republicans object to cuts...
US President Donald Trump announced that the US will send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, following his frustration with Russia's lack of progress in peace talks and a recent pause in arms shipments. Trump stated that NATO and the EU will fully reimburse the US for the cost...
The US government plans to deport immigrants to countries where they lack citizenship with minimal notice, potentially exposing them to torture or persecution. A memo reveals ICE's intention to utilize a Supreme Court ruling to expedite deportations to "alternative" countries, even without diplomatic assurances of safety. Immigrants might...
Donald Trump's post-game interview following Chelsea's Club World Cup victory sparked controversy. The interview, aired by DAZN, featured Trump discussing politics, teasing an executive order to rename soccer "football," and criticizing his political opponents. His comments divided fans, with many criticizing DAZN for giving him a platform...
Several Democratic politicians are already campaigning in early primary states like South Carolina and New Hampshire, despite the 2028 election being over two years away. This early campaigning reflects the party's efforts to rebuild after 2024 losses and a lack of a clear frontrunner. Gavin Newsom, Andy Beshear,...
Former US President Donald Trump will make a second state visit to the UK, coinciding with a parliamentary recess to potentially avoid controversy. The invitation, extended by Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a White House visit, promises a "truly historic" event. However, some Labour MPs oppose the visit,...
