Policy
Lauren Boebert's Son Tyler Arrested on Child Sexual Exploitation Charges
The Colorado congresswoman's oldest son faces multiple charges, including sexual exploitation of a child, according to the Garfield County Sheriff's Office.
Laci Peterson family sues to block California parole policy
Victims' groups argue new guidelines could allow serial killers and mass murderers to seek release.
Nearly 1,000 weapons found at Indonesian school
Police seized airsoft guns and a shotgun from a room linked to the former foundation chair in South Jakarta.
Donations to Ukraine from Estonia drop sharply
Fundraising groups cite war fatigue and economic pressure as key factors behind the decline in financial support.
Malaysia Plans Deportation of 5,000 Rohingya Refugees
Stateless minority faces rising xenophobia and social media disinformation as government announces expulsion measures.
US ends Haitian TPS, exposing thousands to deportation
Federal court clears way for removals as community members report fear and deserted streets in Florida
France bans unsolicited telemarketing calls
New rules require prior consent or an existing contract, drawing criticism from industry groups.
German cities face financial crisis, Association of Cities President warns
Burkhard Jung calls for federal relief as municipal budgets struggle under social and climate costs
Saumos town hall writes to Macron over emergency wildfire decisions
The French municipality requests inclusion in post-fire planning to prevent standards developed 'far from the field'.
German Green Party leader attacks Merz government over climate response
Felix Banaszak criticizes current governance amid dropping river levels and extreme weather
Iraq Issues Arrest Warrant for Ex-Minister over Illicit Gain
The warrant follows an anti-corruption probe into fake companies and ministry contracts.
Hunter Biden says father's cancer has metastasized to bones
In a BBC interview, Hunter Biden discussed former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer battle, describing it as 'very painful' and 'very debilitating.'
Sanders Urges Democrats to Ban Super PACs from Primaries, Criticizes AIPAC
The Vermont senator calls for an end to outside spending in Democratic primaries, targeting AIPAC and other groups.
French firefighters call strike on 13 August for more resources and recruitment
A united front of nine unions demands sustainable funding, statutory recruitment and staff safety as France's fire services face mounting pressure.
US Rights Groups Sue Trump Administration Over ICC Sanctions
Four organizations file a federal lawsuit challenging an executive order they say illegally targets the International Criminal Court and its supporters.
WHO Defends Childhood Immunization Guidelines After Trump Order
The World Health Organization reaffirmed its science-based vaccine recommendations following the US president's decision to reduce the recommended childhood vaccine schedule from 17 to 11.
Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf withdraws from German Constitutional Court candidacy
The law professor cited digital campaigns and political opposition as factors following the cancellation of her election.
EU proposes European Day for victims of workplace accidents
The proposal comes ahead of the 70th anniversary of the Marcinelle mining disaster.
France reports 5.8% increase in burglaries during July 2026
Residential and business break-ins rose to 27,648 incidents according to Ministry of the Interior data.
Turkey bans ads promising 'guaranteed visas' for three months
The Ministry of Trade Advertising Board ruled that unauthorized firms promising certain results are deceptive to consumers.
Türkiye extends residence permit options for international graduates
New regulation allows graduates to extend short-term permits for an additional year to support employment and further studies.
German politician calls for centralized drone defense after explosive drone found
CDU Defense Committee chairman proposes shifting responsibility to the Ministry of the Interior following incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport
Atatürk portrait and quote missing from Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs briefing room
Ministry sources claim renovations are incomplete as symbols remain absent 36 days after reopening
US Senate delays CLARITY Act vote until September
Republican leaders are expected to depart for August recess without a vote on crypto legislation.
GAO audit finds issues with DOGE savings claims
The report identifies discrepancies in billions of dollars reported for contract and lease cuts.
US Senate panel backs criminal probe into Anthony Fauci
Republican-led committee seeks justice department action over contempt allegations despite a presidential pardon.
Executive Order to Support US Polysilicon Industry Announced
The new executive order aims to protect domestic manufacturers from international trade pressures.
Trump could see tax benefits from proposed crypto bill ethics provision
A bipartisan divestiture requirement for the president may allow for deferred capital gains on crypto holdings.
Trump signs executive orders targeting birthright citizenship
New measures aim to restrict citizenship for children born to 'birth tourists' and foreign diplomats.
Trump administration moves to deregulate Head Start program
Proposed changes aim to cut federal rules and shift oversight to state and local governments