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Anthony Scaramucci Reflects on Trump, Politics, and America’s Mistakes
Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director, has detailed how three major policy decisions—from China's WTO entry to post-9/11 military spending and the 2008 financial…
Meloni hits at Trump’s ‘risky’ diesel supply deal with Putin
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned former US President Donald Trump’s deal to buy Russian diesel fuel, warning it could weaken sanctions and finance Russia’s…
Le Pen pledge Élysée hopeful to confront EU
Marine Le Pen, leader of France’s far-right Rassemblement National party, has emerged as the frontrunner for the 2027 presidential election, campaigning on nationalist sovereignty, fiscal…
Tees Valley authority investigated
The UK government has announced a statutory “best value” inspection of the Tees Valley Combined Authority to investigate ongoing concerns about its financial management and…
This is an era of Davids, not Goliaths
Western investors are showing reluctance to participate in Saudi Arabia’s Future Investment Initiative following recent deadly attacks on the kingdom’s infrastructure by Houthi rebels. This…
Turkish authorities take over news TV channel
Turkish authorities raided Halk TV, a leading pro-opposition news channel, halted its live broadcasts, and appointed a government trustee amid an investigation into its chairman…
Healey’s first Budget is a moment he must not miss
Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey will unveil the October 28 Budget amid worsening economic conditions marked by slower growth and rising inflation.…
UAE’s Dh292.5B Budget an Investment in People
The United Arab Emirates has approved a Dh292.5 billion federal budget for 2027-2029, increasing spending by 28.3 percent with significant allocations toward education, health care,…
Iconic Delhi protest site shut down after three decades
Delhi Police have officially revoked the status of the road near New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar observatory as an authorized protest site, effectively closing a key…
Three Charges Against Sara Duterte Dropped
The Senate impeachment court dismissed three of four charges against Vice-President Sara Duterte, leaving only one count related to unexplained wealth and asset declarations. This…
Top ‘cockroach’ leaders sent to jail in anti-commission protests
Two leaders of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party were detained for five days after staging a protest at a sealed-off site in New Delhi demanding…
Sting in the PM’s Tale on Budget Turbulence
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has downplayed his earlier claim of personally reversing the Australian Taxation Office’s ban on credit card payments for business tax bills…
His dream of reviving France is all but over
President Emmanuel Macron’s tenure is ending amid escalating social protests and deepening fiscal strains that have undermined his economic reform agenda. These challenges have weakened…
U.S. public officials are living in fear
Violent threats against American public officials have reached historic levels in 2024, targeting thousands across all government levels and leading to increased security measures and…
Europe and Britain recoil from Trump’s deal with Putin
President Donald Trump announced a deal to purchase Russian diesel fuel from Vladimir Putin despite existing U.S. sanctions, sparking concern among European and British officials.…
US, China signal support for Bangladesh’s economy, energy security
The United States and China have both pledged support for Bangladesh’s economic recovery and energy security efforts, with China planning increased investments in energy infrastructure…
Govt reshuffles over 2,000 officials in 8 months, sends 32 into forced retirement
The Bangladesh government has reshuffled over 2,000 public administration officials, including numerous promotions, transfers, and the creation of 58 new posts across ministries and field…
‘Grand bargain’: The case for a Japan treaty
Australia and Japan are being encouraged to establish a formal security treaty that integrates their defense ties with the United States and includes cooperation on…
Doubts on Integrity of ALP’s AI Inquiry
Australian MPs have expressed concern over the integrity of a Labor-led committee on artificial intelligence after the Prime Minister’s office reportedly influenced a letter recommending…
ALP gas supply scheme fails to win support
The Australian Labor Party has introduced a gas reservation scheme requiring exporters to sell a portion of their LNG domestically to increase supply and lower…
Frydenberg blasts ‘bad guy’ Dan
Former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg launched his memoir, *A Grateful Son*, in Melbourne, where he shared candid insights on his political career and controversially labeled…
Dr Jim’s falling flat in treasurer match-ups
Australia’s Treasurer Jim Chalmers is facing increasing internal criticism over his handling of economic reforms and diminished authority under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s government. This…
State targets union misconduct with ‘fit and proper’ person test in new IR bill
The Queensland government has introduced industrial relations reforms requiring union officials to pass a "fit and proper" person test before gaining workplace access rights, aiming…
Trust us: State to rescue on stamp duty costs
The New South Wales government has confirmed that stamp duty will not apply when trustees convert discretionary trusts to fixed trusts under the upcoming federal…
ALP feels sting in the PM’s tale
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers jointly intervened to delay the Australian Taxation Office’s plan to ban certain tax bills from credit card…
State Libs put Pauline on hold
The Victorian Liberal Party is postponing preference negotiations with Pauline Hanson’s One Nation until after candidate nominations close on November 9, aiming to frame the…
President’s new voice off to a shaky start
Katie Zacharia made her debut as White House press secretary, delivering a brief and cautious first briefing that included some missteps and drew mixed reactions.…
Prime Minister’s blame game begins
Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke and Treasurer Paul Keating are ranked highest for combining strong political success with effective fiscal management during the 1980s. This…
Bowen hits back over climate summit criticism
Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen confirmed that the Pre-COP31 summit in Fiji and Tuvalu was funded using resources reallocated from a previous Coalition government program…
Seeds of revolt in Trump country may spell trouble for Republicans
Some voters in Iowa who previously supported Donald Trump are now expressing dissatisfaction with the Republican Party and considering voting for Democrats in the upcoming…