Turkish opposition fights court ousting of leaders in ruling boosting Erdoğan
Turkish opposition leader Özgür Özel has vowed to challenge a court ruling that removed him and fellow party leaders, according to BBC.
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Canadian PM Says Alberta ‘Essential’ Amid Independence Push
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Alberta is 'essential' to the country’s future, hours after the province’s leader moved the oil-rich region closer to a referendum on independence.
Senate GOP Frustration Over Trump Policies Rises as Shutdown Lingers
Senate Republicans are growing frustrated with policies tied to former President Donald Trump amid a prolonged government shutdown, according to CNN and EL PAÍS.
Turkish Opposition Leader Vows to Stay After Court Ousts Him
Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters after a court ruling removed him from power, according to Al Jazeera.
Cubans Outraged by US Charges Against Raúl Castro
Cubans are outraged after the US brought criminal charges against 94-year-old former president Raúl Castro, with fears of military strikes growing. According to The Guardian, the indictment has sparked concern and anger in Havana.
Jamaican MP’s ‘Broken English’ Attempt Sparks Debate
Jamaican MP Nekeisha Burchell’s attempt to speak in Jamaican during a parliamentary session on 12 May sparked a heated debate about language and colonialism, according to The Guardian.
Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert Comment on Trump as New Late-Night Hosts Emerge
Jimmy Kimmel mocked Donald Trump’s recent actions and products on his late-night show, while Stephen Colbert poked fun at the delayed release of a Trump-branded gold cellphone. Meanwhile, Taylor Tomlinson has become the first woman to host a late-night show on CBS.
Trump Phone Launch Delayed, Flawed Design Sparks Criticism
The Trump Mobile T1 smartphone, priced at $499, has sparked controversy due to a misprinted U.S. flag with only 11 instead of 13 stripes. According to Spiegel.
Colombia Climate Crossroads: Trumpism Threatens Presidential Election
Colombia’s upcoming presidential election will determine whether the country continues as a climate leader or shifts toward extractive industries, according to The Guardian. US interference under Donald Trump is a major concern.
US indicts former Cuban president Raúl Castro as it seeks to oust regime
The U.S. has unsealed a grand jury indictment against former Cuban president Raúl Castro for the 1996 shootdown of two civilian planes operated by the humanitarian group Brothers to the Rescue, according to the Justice Department.
Mango Tycoon’s Death Shrouded in Murder or Accident Mystery
The death of Isak Andic, founder of the Mango clothing brand, has become a mystery after his son Jonathan was arrested, with a judge suggesting the fall was non-accidental. According to the BBC, Jonathan Andic posted €1m in bail following his arrest.
Donald Trump Backs Spencer Pratt as L.A. Mayoral Candidate
President Donald Trump expressed support for reality TV star Spencer Pratt’s mayoral campaign in Los Angeles, saying he believes Pratt is a loyal MAGA supporter, according to TMZ.
Trump Backs Spencer Pratt for L.A. Mayor Amid MAGA Support
President Donald Trump has expressed support for Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign in Los Angeles, citing Pratt's status as a MAGA supporter, according to TMZ.
Kentucky voters deliver verdict: Gallrein ousts Massie
Kentucky voters delivered a decisive verdict in the GOP primary for the state’s 4th Congressional District, ousting incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie and backing Trump-endorsed candidate Ed Gallrein by nearly 10 percentage points.
Massie Loses GOP Primary to Trump-Backed Gallrein
US Rep. Thomas Massie lost his Kentucky GOP primary to Ed Gallrein, a candidate backed by President Donald Trump, marking another blow for dissenting Republicans.