President Trump's imposition of sweeping tariffs without Congressional approval has sparked at least seven lawsuits. A three-judge panel heard arguments challenging Trump's use of the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act to justify the tariffs, which have been criticized as exceeding presidential authority and harming businesses. The plaintiffs...
Russia proposed talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, potentially marking the first direct negotiations since the war's early stages. While Putin claims Russia hasn't refused dialogue, analysts suggest the move is strategically aimed at influencing global perception and continuing military offensives. The proposed talks follow calls for a ceasefire,...
Avelo Airlines, a budget carrier, has begun conducting federal deportation flights from Arizona, sparking a boycott and criticism from its flight attendants' union. The union cites safety concerns due to the handcuffed and shackled passengers. Avelo, which claims profitability, defends the move as job-protecting, while protesters outside Arizona...
The Trump administration has cut an additional $450 million in federal grants to Harvard University, bringing the total to $2.65 billion. This action, part of a broader ideological battle with elite universities, follows Harvard's refusal to comply with government demands regarding governance, viewpoint diversity, and other issues. The...
The newly elected Pope Leo XIV's older brother, Lou Prevost, has a history of controversial far-right Facebook posts, expressing strong anti-Democratic, anti-LGBTQ+, and anti-immigrant views. Despite their differing political ideologies, Lou predicts his brother's papacy will be apolitical. However, Leo's past social media activity suggests some divergence from...
Despite being detained at the ICC, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is projected to win the Davao City mayoral election. Five candidates backed by his family are also leading in the Senate race, demonstrating the Duterte dynasty's enduring political influence. This victory significantly boosts his daughter, Vice President...
The Trump administration announced an additional $450 million in funding cuts to Harvard University, citing alleged race discrimination and anti-Semitism on campus. This follows a previous $2.2 billion freeze. The Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism criticized Harvard, calling it a 'breeding ground for virtue signaling and discrimination.' Harvard,...
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is holding up all Trump Justice Department nominees over concerns about a luxury jet gifted to the administration by Qatar. Schumer demands answers regarding the jet's security measures, funding, and potential Emoluments Clause violations. Attorney General Pam Bondi's approval of the deal is under...
Despite his ICC detention for crimes against humanity, Rodrigo Duterte won Davao City's mayoral election by a landslide, according to preliminary results. Five candidates from his family also lead in Senate races, exceeding pre-election predictions. This victory boosts his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, who faces an impeachment trial...
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that fishing disputes shouldn't hinder a UK-EU security and defence pact, despite ongoing negotiations. While some elements of the deal remain unsettled, Kallas expressed optimism. The summit next week in London aims to announce the pact, which could boost UK involvement...
