Heavy Gunfire in Somali Capital Over Election Delay Row
Heavy gunfire erupted in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, as tensions escalated over the delay of elections, according to BBC reports.
Politics
UK Far-Right Accused of Exploiting Henry Nowak’s Killing
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused right-wing figures of exploiting the killing of Henry Nowak for political gain, according to Al Jazeera.
New Jersey Primaries: Who Won Key Races in 2026
In the 2026 New Jersey primary election, key candidates won major races, setting the stage for November contests. Justin Murphy claimed the Republican Senate nomination, while several congressional districts saw competitive outcomes.
Senate Advances Funding Bill as Crypto Legislation Faces Hurdles
U.S. Senate Democrats are preparing to restart discussions on long-awaited crypto market legislation, signaling a renewed effort to reduce uncertainty around digital assets. Meanwhile, Arizona is advancing a proposal that could make XRP a state reserve asset.
Trump Faces Congressional and Diplomatic Challenges as Iran War Rages On
The U.S. House passed a resolution rebuking President Donald Trump’s Iran war, with bipartisan support despite Senate hurdles. Meanwhile, international diplomatic and economic tensions continue to rise.
Hilton and Becerra Lead California Governor’s Race
In California's June 2 gubernatorial primary, Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra led the race with 27% and 26% of early votes counted, according to USA Today.
US House votes to halt Iran war, in rebuke to Trump
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution by a 215-208 vote on Wednesday to halt military operations in Iran, marking a rare bipartisan rebuke of President Donald Trump’s war policies. The vote, the fourth of its kind this year, saw four Republicans join Democrats in dissent.
One-ton Cocaine Bust Reveals Secret US-Mexico Tunnel
Federal prosecutors have charged four suspects with trafficking more than one ton of cocaine for the Jalisco New Generation cartel using a fake retail store in San Diego as a front for a sophisticated tunnel that ran across the border to Tijuana, Mexico, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Dead But Deportable: Immigration Judge Orders Ejection of Teen Murder Victim
A U.S. immigration judge recently issued a deportation order for a young man who was killed in 2024, citing his failure to appear in court. According to The Guardian, the case highlights broader concerns about the U.S. immigration system.
California Governor Primary: Ex-UK Aide and Biden Secretary Lead Vote Count
The California governor's primary race remains undecided after initial vote counts show British-American former TV host Steve Hilton and Biden cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra leading, according to the BBC.
Colombia Presidential Runoff Pits Leftist Senator Against Pro-Trump Rival
Colombia's presidential election will go to a runoff on 21 June between a leftist and right-wing candidate on opposite ends of the political spectrum, according to the BBC.
Trump seeking edits to US-Iran deal, US media report
President Donald Trump has requested changes to the US-Iran deal aimed at ending months of conflict, according to US media reports.
Trump Admirer Wins Colombia’s First-Round Election
Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right lawyer and admirer of Donald Trump, has won the first round of Colombia's presidential election, according to The Guardian.
Trump Berated Netanyahu? Analysts Question US-Israel Feud Rumours
Media reports of tense calls between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu persist, but analysts say policies—not rhetoric—define the US-Israel relationship, according to Axios and experts.
Mysteriously Missing Jersey Congressman Receives Trump’s Endorsement
Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr, who has not been seen in months, received an endorsement from President Donald Trump for re-election. Kean's absence has raised questions about his whereabouts.