Virginia redistricting vote could boost Democrats
Voters in Virginia have approved a new congressional map that could increase Democratic representation by up to four seats. Reuters, or rather Deutsche Welle, and France 24 English report this. They both agree on the det...
Mexican pyramid gunman linked to Columbine shooting
A 27-year-old suspect who opened fire at a Mexican archaeological site had materials related to the Columbine school shooting. Deutsche Welle reports this while BBC did not mention it....
США вводят новые санкции против Ирана в преддверии возможных переговоров
США ввели новые санкции против 14 физических и юридических лиц, предположительно связанных с иранской военной промышленностью, всего за несколько дней...
Kenya Fuel Prices Rise Sharply
Diesel prices in Kenya have risen by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax due to the Iran war. The move is seen as a significant burden on Kenyan consumers....
Rep. Chip Roy Introduces 'MAMDANI Act' Targeting Marxist and Islamist Immigrants
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) introduced the MAMDANI Act, an immigration bill that would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to allow deportation, denaturalization, and denial of entry or citizenship to migrants deemed m...
U.S.-Iran War: Naval Blockade Incident and Diplomatic Talks in Doubt
An American delegation led by Vice President Vance is heading to Pakistan to resume talks with Iran over the ongoing war, but Iranian officials have been noncommittal about attending. President Trump sent mixed signals, ...
Virginia Voters Head to Polls on High-Stakes Congressional Redistricting Measure
Virginia voters are casting ballots Tuesday on a ballot measure that could redraw the state's congressional map and give Democrats as many as four House pickup opportunities. Supporters call it a necessary response to Re...
Democrat Analilia Mejia Sworn In, Further Narrowing Republican House Majority
Rep. Analilia Mejia (D-N.J.) was sworn in Monday to represent New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, further thinning the GOP's majority in the House. Mejia, a former top aide to Sen. Bernie Sanders's 2020 presidentia...
Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Resolution to Expel Rep. Cory Mills from Congress
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a House resolution Monday to expel Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.), who faces a broad range of allegations currently under investigation by the House Ethics Committee. The allegations include...
Dozens of Veterans Arrested at Capitol Protesting U.S.-Iran War
At least 62 veterans and military family members were arrested by U.S. Capitol Police on Monday after occupying the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, D.C. The demonstration was organized by groups including Abo...
Iran-US Ceasefire Talks Hang in Balance as Islamabad Meeting Approaches
A high-stakes meeting between U.S. and Iranian officials is tentatively set for this week in Islamabad, Pakistan, ahead of the ceasefire's expiration. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf accused President ...
FBI Director Kash Patel Files $250M Defamation Lawsuit Against The Atlantic
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over a story alleging excessive drinking and unexplained absences. Patel denied the allegations, while The Atlantic defended its report...
Father Kills 8 Children in Shreveport, Louisiana in Domestic Violence Shooting
A man fatally shot eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, in what authorities describe as a domestic dispute; seven of the eight victims were reportedly his own children. Two other adults were left gravely wounded. BBC...
Trump and Cabinet Send Mixed Signals on Gas Prices Amid Iran War
President Trump and his Cabinet officials are offering conflicting messages on gas prices as Americans grow uneasy about the Iran war's economic impact. Energy Secretary Chris Wright told CNN that gas prices may not drop...
Cities Experiment with Red Streetlights to Protect Nocturnal Wildlife During Dark Sky Week
During International Dark Sky Week, some cities are switching streetlights to red hues to reduce light pollution and better protect nocturnal ecosystems. The initiative aims to balance urban lighting needs with the prese...
Iran War Dealing Political Damage to Trump Despite His Claims of Success
Growing evidence suggests President Trump has sustained significant political damage from the Iran conflict, contrary to his and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's claims of military success. A new round of peace talks is ...
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Departs Trump Cabinet
Lori Chavez-DeRemer has left her post as Labor Secretary, the White House confirmed, making her the third Trump Cabinet member to exit in recent months. No detailed reason for her departure was provided....
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Departing Trump Administration
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving the Trump administration to take a job in the private sector, the White House announced Monday. Questions about her future had been circulating for weeks; her exit follows t...
Sen. Chuck Grassley, 92, Undergoes Surgery to Remove Gallstones
Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley (R) announced Monday he underwent a procedure over the weekend in Iowa to remove gallstones. The nine-term senator said he expects to return to Capitol Hill as soon as poss...
Tim Cook Stepping Down as Apple CEO After Nearly 15 Years
Apple announced Monday that CEO Tim Cook will step down after nearly 15 years leading the company. Cook will transition to executive chair of the board, while John Ternus, currently senior vice president of hardware engi...