Politics

White House Press Secretary Resumes Public Appearances Following Maternity Leave

24 June 2026

Trump-backed political outsider secures a narrow victory over left-wing rival Iván Cepeda in one of Colombia’s closest presidential contests in recent history.

22 June 2026

438 of 501 contested seats go to Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party as election board confirms results, revokes votes in 15 constituencies over "serious misconduct," and opposition figures call the process a "sham."

21 June 2026

President Trump unveiled a newly converted presidential aircraft on June 19, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland — a former Qatari-owned Boeing 747-8i now painted in a red, white, and navy blue scheme that replaces the light-blue livery used since 1990 and originally conceived under Jacqueline Kennedy [ESPN]. The plane will serve as an interim Air Force One [FOX Sports]

20 June 2026

The U.S. president claimed that recent conflict has severely reduced Iran's military capabilities, while criticizing political opponents over their assessment of Tehran's current position.

19 June 2026

Container ships and oil tankers linked to Iran are reportedly returning to operations around the Strait of Hormuz after tensions eased following recent diplomatic developments.

19 June 2026

Chicago, Illinois — More than a decade after it was first announced, the Obama Presidential Center officially opened to the public Friday on Chicago's South Side, capping a celebration that drew three former presidents, a lineup of A-list musicians, and renewed political sniping over a land acknowledgment delivered at the start of Thursday's dedication ceremony.

19 June 2026

Former Vice President Kamala Harris praised Barack and Michelle Obama's long-standing commitment to empowering communities as the Obama Presidential Center officially opened its doors.

19 June 2026

Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, 31, faces conspiracy to murder and conspiracy charges after the FBI says he directed a five-person plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House grounds; he is one of five men charged so far.

18 June 2026

U.S. defense secretary urges NATO allies to increase military investment while discussions continue over Europe's long-term security responsibilities.

18 June 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged a challenging discussion with U.S. President Donald Trump during the G7 Summit, underscoring growing disagreements between Washington and several European allies on security, diplomacy, and international policy.

16 June 2026

Reports from multiple international media outlets indicate that a draft U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) could pave the way for a broader peace agreement, including a ceasefire, sanctions relief discussions, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

16 June 2026

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces struck an oil refinery roughly 500 kilometers away, highlighting Kyiv's growing emphasis on long-range military capabilities.

16 June 2026

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the finalization of a historic peace agreement ending the US-Iran war is imminent, while Iran's foreign ministry warns that Sunday's signing is not guaranteed.

13 June 2026

The French football legend and former New York Red Bulls star receives a rare civic tribute in Manhattan as the United States prepares to host the biggest sporting event on the planet.

11 June 2026

President honors workers behind the controversial "American flag blue" makeover as the iconic Washington landmark begins refilling with water — and a legal battle over the project continues

10 June 2026

Supporters question the consistency of the court's decision as analysts assess the potential political impact of Rigathi Gachagua's next move.

9 June 2026

President becomes first sitting commander-in-chief to attend an NBA Finals game, but New York's hometown crowd offers a chilly reception

9 June 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping's rare visit to North Korea highlights Beijing's strategic relationship with Pyongyang amid shifting geopolitical dynamics involving the United States, Russia, and East Asia.

8 June 2026

The 8-year-old son of global rap icon Drake is proving to be a multi-sport, multi-talented prodigy — excelling on the football pitch at PSG's academy and now turning heads on the basketball court too

8 June 2026

The U.S. President walked out of a live television interview after a reporter pressed him on long-disputed claims that the 2020 presidential election was stolen.

7 June 2026

A strict American thunderstorm safety rule combined with FIFA's lack of a match cancellation threshold could leave some of the world's biggest games suspended indefinitely mid-play

6 June 2026

The 53–46 vote opens the door to a "vote-a-rama" of amendments Thursday as Republicans push through one of the Trump administration's top immigration priorities.

4 June 2026

President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve permanently in the role — cementing the position of his former personal defence lawyer at the top of the United States Department of Justice

4 June 2026

In an exclusive interview, President Donald Trump expressed confidence that a face-to-face meeting with Iran's newly positioned Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is possible, saying the two sides are "getting along quite well" — even as Khamenei has not been seen publicly since the Iran-Israel war erupted in late February 2026

3 June 2026

In one of the most intense bombardments of 2026, Russia fired hundreds of drones and dozens of ballistic missiles at Ukrainian cities overnight, trapping survivors under collapsed apartment buildings and triggering international condemnation.

3 June 2026

With a deeply fractured Democratic field and early returns showing Republican candidates ahead, California's June 2 primary may send zero Democrats to the November general election — a potential political earthquake in America's most populous state.

3 June 2026

The White House has announced plans to eliminate a multi-billion dollar fund established to counter foreign information operations, raising questions about America's preparedness against disinformation threats

2 June 2026

The White House has put forward a career foreign service officer with over three decades of experience to fill a position that has remained vacant since late 2024 — a nomination that carries significant weight for U.S.-Kenya relations.

2 June 2026

Tehran halts diplomatic back-channel talks with Washington and warns of sweeping economic retaliation as Israeli military operations in Lebanon threaten to unravel a fragile ceasefire

1 June 2026

More than 54 million registered voters, 52,000 polling stations, and 47 political parties — but questions over fairness, regional conflict, and opposition access cloud one of Africa's most significant votes of 2026.

31 May 2026

Dozens of states, lawmakers, tribes, and industry groups urge the nation's highest court to block a municipal climate damages case that critics say would allow one city to regulate global energy policy through state law

31 May 2026

Gen Z activist Chama, popularly known online as “Mr Speaker Sir,” has resurfaced publicly after spending nearly one year and nine months in hiding following the 2024 Finance Bill protests in Kenya. In a public statement, the activist said he could no longer continue living in fear despite alleged threats to his safety. Chama also announced that Embakasi East Member of Parliament will serve as his advocate in matters concerning him moving forward.

29 May 2026

A new national poll suggests the race for the White House in 2028 is already generating significant political momentum, with early Republican numbers showing a surprisingly competitive field — and Democrats registering warning signs more than two years before election day.

29 May 2026

Former U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has reportedly been diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after completing her time in public office. According to reports shared by close associates, Bondi underwent treatment in recent weeks and is currently recovering.The news became public after comments from Katie Miller, wife of White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, who praised Bondi’s resilience during her treatment process.

27 May 2026

Former U.S. First Lady Jill Biden has revealed in a recent interview that she was deeply alarmed during the 2024 presidential debate, saying she briefly feared her husband, then-President Joe Biden, may have been experiencing a stroke while facing former President Donald Trump on stage.In her remarks, she described the moment as one of the most frightening she had witnessed, stating she had “never, ever seen Joe like that before or since,” highlighting the emotional intensity of the night ..

27 May 2026