Politics

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani creates a Business Advisory Council after eight months of economic challenges, signaling a potential shift from his anti-capitalist rhetoric.

MASAK records reveal an 18.9 million lira transfer between Turkish MP Cemal Enginyurt and his son, as a corruption probe examines their finances and use of parliamentary privileges.

Tamil Nadu extends maternity leave to 365 days for third child, aligning with first two children. A 15-year policy evolution from 90 days to a full year.

Likud threatens legal action against Fly&Vote, an initiative helping Israelis abroad vote, citing election law violations. The party demands documents and a halt to activities within five days.

New York City's free bus promise is costing the MTA millions in lost fare revenue. Transit officials blame political rhetoric for a surge in fare evasion.

US universities face a projected 110,000-student drop in international enrolment by Fall 2026, costing USD 3.4 billion and 39,000 jobs, as stricter visa rules push students toward more welcoming destinations.

A Durban water tanker incident exposes how 'water tanker mafias' profit from infrastructure sabotage and corruption, deepening South Africa's water crisis.

A single food truck in California became the top redeemer of federal food assistance benefits, raising questions about SNAP oversight and fraud prevention.

British PM Andy Burnham begins a nationwide tour next week to tackle the cost of living and revive high streets, with a crackdown on vape shops and a focus on devolution.

President Trump's decision to pull the nomination of Todd Blanche rather than negotiate with two Republican senators reveals a deepening rift within the GOP and raises questions about his ability to govern with a divided Congress.

President Donald Trump visited a GM facility in Michigan to defend his tariffs, even as they hurt businesses in the swing state. The visit comes as early voting begins for the Aug. 4 primary, with economic concerns mounting.

Turkey detains 13 in fourth wave of Ahbap charity fraud probe, with total suspects reaching 112 across three cities. The case highlights challenges in regulating donations and digital finance.

A federal judge forced the DOJ to withdraw subpoenas targeting New York Times reporters and their relatives, ruling the government overstepped in its bid to unmask confidential sources.

Azerbaijan says it is living in 'real peace' with Armenia, but the final peace deal hinges on Armenia removing a constitutional reference to Nagorno-Karabakh. The outcome could unlock a major US-backed transit corridor and reshape regional trade.

Qatar mourns Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani amid global condolences, while the UAE strongly condemns a provocative Iranian missile strike on Doha.

On day 16 of his hunger strike, activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health is deteriorating. His protest blends demands for education reform and Ladakh’s statehood, raising questions about accountability and sustainable development in India.

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai denies ICPC claims that he abused a court-approved medical visit, calling the allegations inaccurate and demanding a retraction.

In a decisive move, the Shiv Sena party has publicly distanced itself from an alleged assault on doctors and medical staff at a municipal hospital in Thane, India, sparking calls for reform in healthcare safety.

Tyler Robinson, 23 ans, accusé du meurtre de Charlie Kirk, comparaît cette semaine pour une audience préliminaire. Les procureurs dévoileront des preuves clés, dont une vidéo de son ex-colocataire. L'affaire soulève des questions sur la violence politique et les droits civiques aux États-Unis.

Sachin Ahir of Shiv Sena (UBT) filed his nomination for Maharashtra Council deputy chairperson under the ruling Shinde Sena, marking another major defection.