A Republican-led Senate bill proposes drastic cuts to clean energy tax credits, exceeding initial expectations. The bill would end incentives for wind and solar energy, impose new taxes on some projects, and boost coal production. Democrats strongly oppose the measure, arguing it will increase utility bills and harm...
California Governor Gavin Newsom secured passage of significant housing legislation by linking it to the state budget. The bills, AB 130 and SB 131, significantly reform the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), streamlining housing construction by exempting most urban projects. While celebrated by Newsom as transformative, the move...
Denmark is extending compulsory military enlistment to women for the first time, starting this week. This change, driven by Russia's aggression and NATO's increased military investment, will see women aged 18 and older included in the conscription lottery alongside men. While women currently serve voluntarily, the expansion aims...
Lara Trump, Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, is the frontrunner for the North Carolina Senate seat vacated by Thom Tillis. Multiple sources say she has a strong chance of securing Trump's endorsement, which would significantly boost her candidacy. Other potential Republican candidates, including Rep. Pat Harrigan and Michael Whatley, are...
The US State Department revoked the visas of British rap punk duo Bob Vylan, barring them from a US tour. This follows their Glastonbury performance where they led chants deemed to promote violence against Israeli forces, including "death to the IDF." The State Department cited "hateful tirade" and...
President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" faces public disapproval, according to recent polls. While a majority oppose the bill overall, opinions are divided on specific provisions like Medicaid work requirements and immigration policies. Polls show strong Republican support but significant Democratic opposition. Public understanding of the bill's...
A surprise excise tax on wind and solar projects, targeting components sourced from China, has been inserted into a Republican domestic policy bill. Republican senators, including the Budget Committee chairman, claim ignorance of its origin. The provision, ambiguously worded and empowering the Trump administration, has drawn sharp criticism...
Canada has ordered Hikvision Canada Inc., a subsidiary of the world's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer, to cease operations due to national security concerns. The government's decision, based on a security review, cites potential risks associated with Hikvision's ties to the Chinese government. While Hikvision denies the allegations...
Marine Le Pen criticized the French government's response to the heatwave, highlighting the lack of air conditioning in public spaces and schools while elites enjoy it. Her National Rally party advocates for widespread air conditioning installation in homes, schools, and public buildings. France, lagging behind other countries in...
Former Presidents Obama and Bush issued rare criticism of the Trump administration's dismantling of USAID, calling it a "colossal mistake" and a "tragedy." In a farewell video message to USAID staff, they expressed gratitude for their service and predicted future bipartisan support for the agency. The State Department...
