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Prosecutors drop bribery charge in Philippine VP impeachment trial as China ties allegations intensify
2 weeks ago
Prosecutors drop bribery charge in Philippine VP impeachment trial as China ties allegations intensify
“We think we have presented enough (evidence). To drag it further might be stretching the patience not only of the…
Indian security forces detain thousands in Delhi ahead of mass anti-government protests
2 weeks ago
Indian security forces detain thousands in Delhi ahead of mass anti-government protests
The central development involves a coordinated effort by security forces to disrupt planned protests in the capital. While the specific…
India Detains CJP Founder and Opposition Leaders Ahead of Delhi Protest on Election Rolls
2 weeks ago
India Detains CJP Founder and Opposition Leaders Ahead of Delhi Protest on Election Rolls
The CJP, which originated in May as a viral Gen Z internet joke, has evolved into a significant political force.…
German Cabinet Approves Long-Term Care Reform to Address €15 Billion Deficit
2 weeks ago
German Cabinet Approves Long-Term Care Reform to Address €15 Billion Deficit
Minister Linnemann described the long-term care system as being under “enormous financial pressure,” arguing that structural changes are necessary to…
Austria forms centrist coalition to exclude far-right Freedom Party after record 151-day delay
2 weeks ago
Austria forms centrist coalition to exclude far-right Freedom Party after record 151-day delay
The formation of this "coalition of reason" follows the longest period of government negotiations in Austria’s recent history, punctuated by…
Trudeau Launches Self-Funded Production Company ‘Hope & Hard Work’ Amidst Scrutiny of Post-Politics Brand
2 weeks ago
Trudeau Launches Self-Funded Production Company ‘Hope & Hard Work’ Amidst Scrutiny of Post-Politics Brand
The company was introduced at an event at the Lightbox rooftop space in Toronto during the International Film Festival. Speaking…
Malaysia Defers PTPTN Loan Repayments for 400,000 Low-Income Borrowers in 2027 Budget
2 weeks ago
Malaysia Defers PTPTN Loan Repayments for 400,000 Low-Income Borrowers in 2027 Budget
Under the new framework, borrowers of the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) who earn RM2,500 or less per month…
Ghana teacher unions suspend nationwide strike following high-level talks
2 weeks ago
Ghana teacher unions suspend nationwide strike following high-level talks
The unions have officially directed their members to return to classrooms on Monday, October 12, 2026, marking the resumption of…
Colombia’s de la Espriella offers legal aid to veterans in Haiti case after election dispute
2 weeks ago
Colombia’s de la Espriella offers legal aid to veterans in Haiti case after election dispute
“The innocent cannot pay for crimes committed by sinners,” de la Espriella wrote on X, adding that he wants to…
Poland’s Sejm approves nationwide ban on nighttime alcohol sales and advertising
2 weeks ago
Poland’s Sejm approves nationwide ban on nighttime alcohol sales and advertising
The new restrictions were originally proposed as separate bills by junior coalition partners The Left (Lewica) and the centrist Poland…