Gov. Gavin Newsom is speaking at the Vatican at a climate conference
ROME — Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s speech on climate change at the Vatican this week gives him an opportunity to align himself and his party with…
‘Take my story back’: How Layshia Clarendon earned redemption
Layshia Clarendon wasn’t used to having free time in the summer. Usually around this time, they would be in the middle of the grind of…
Planned Parenthood plans to spend seven-figures in California races
Planned Parenthood of California plans to launch a multimillion-dollar campaign Tuesday to oust Republicans from several California congressional districts, the latest signal of how critical…
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces party revolt after admitting right-wing Tory Natalie Elphicke
LABOUR leader Sir Keir Starmer was battling a party revolt last night as one of his predecessors slammed his decision to admit right-wing Tory Natalie…
John Swinney elected as new Scotland leader | Politics News
Swinney replaces Humza Yousaf, who formally resigned on Tuesday after just over a year in office. Scotland’s Parliament has approved political veteran John Swinney of…
Pulitzer Prize for Commentary goes to jailed Russian opposition leader Vladimir Kara-Murza
Vladimir Kara-Murza and his wife Yevgenia pay their respects before the casket of Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., as he lies in state in the Rotunda…
Swinney warns of SNP rebuild delay if leader bid challenged
There are reports that a veteran SNP activist may stand against John Swinney, the only declared candidate. Source link
US acknowledges Syria air strike killed farmer rather than al-Qaeda leader | Drone Strikes News
Botched strike is latest incident to raise questions about lack of accountability for civilian deaths from US strikes. The United States Department of Defense has…
Sudan’s original ‘Janjaweed’ leader sides with army against tribal foe | Features News
In a new twist in Sudan’s civil war, a notorious tribal chief has re-emerged from obscurity to support the army. Named Musa Hilal, he is…
‘Lame duck leader’: Scotland’s Humza Yousaf quits. What’s next? | Politics News
Glasgow, Scotland – Humza Yousaf has stepped down as Scottish first minister after the collapse of his power-sharing government last week prompted opposition parties in…
Solomon Islands pro-China leader Manasseh Sogavare withdraws from race to be next prime minister
Solomon Islands pro-China leader Manasseh Sogavare has withdrawn from the race to be the country’s next prime minister following the country’s national election.The controversial politician,…
Palestinian leader appeals to US to stop Israel’s Rafah offensive
The current war began when Hamas attacked Israeli communities near Gaza, killing about 1,200 people, mainly civilians, and taking about 250 hostages. Israel's subsequent campaign…
Papua New Guinea leader offended by Biden cannibals comment
MELBOURNE — Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister James Marape accused President Biden of disparaging the South Pacific island nation by implying that an uncle had been…
Supreme Leader Khamenei says Iran demonstrated its power against Israel | Israel War on Gaza News
Analysts say his comments have dampened fears of an all-out war between Iran and Israel. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has praised the country’s…
Council leader resigns amid claims he abused women
The councillor is stepping down as leader of West Northamptonshire Council, which he has led since 2021. Source link
Five women make abuse claims against council leader
The BBC hears accounts from women who had relationships with Jonathan Nunn between 1990 and 2013. Source link
Broome cultural leader Thomas Edgar sentenced to seven years jail for sexual assault of two women
In short: Broome cultural leader Thomas Edgar has been sentenced to seven years and 10 months in prison for two counts of sexual penetration without consent.Last month a Broome District…
SNP Westminster leader asks PM about Brown’s Scotland claims
Rishi Sunak was asked if he backed predecessor Gordon Brown who spoke of Scotland's role inside, or outside, the UK.Stephen Flynn was told by Rishi…
Ex-U.K. leader Liz Truss backs Trump, blames others for her ouster
LONDON — During her 49 days as Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister, Liz Truss sparked mayhem on the financial markets and turmoil within her Conservative Party. Now…
Biden hosts Iraqi leader after Iran’s attack on Israel
WASHINGTON — President Biden on Monday hailed the “unprecedented military effort to defend Israel” on Monday as he hosted Iraq’s leader at the White House and…