Politics

Corporate

Andy Burnham’s Number 10 North: A New Office, Same Political Challenges

On his fourth day as prime minister, Andy Burnham visited Glasgow instead of staying at London’s Downing Street. The move underscores his commitment to decentralizing government functions through the new Manchester-based Number 10 North, a symbolic but politically sensitive initiative.

WH News 2 weeks

Asia Pacific

India ‘cockroach’ protesters to meet government amid ongoing stalemate

India's 'cockroach' protesters will hold talks with the government as the standoff continues, according to AOL.com.

WH News 2 weeks

Corporate

Thai sailors sue owners of cargo ship hit in Hormuz

Thai sailors are suing the owners of a cargo ship that was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, alleging the company ignored Iranian warnings. According to Al Jazeera.

WH News 3 weeks

Celebrity

Seinfeld Actor Apologizes for Inappropriate 2012 Sketch with Reality Star

US actor Jason Alexander has apologized to reality star Courtney Stodden for an 'inappropriate' comedy sketch they appeared in together when she was 17, according to the BBC.

WH News 3 weeks

Leaders

More than 100 UK Millionaires Ask Burnham to Tax Them More

More than 100 UK millionaires, including Gary Lineker and Julia Davies, have asked Prime Minister Andy Burnham to increase taxes on the ultra-wealthy, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News 3 weeks

Política de EE.UU.

Cámara y Senado aprueban fin de guerra con Irán

La Cámara de Representantes estadounidense aprobó 214 a 208 una resolución que limita los poderes de guerra de Donald Trump en Irán, según CBS News.

WH News 3 weeks

US Politics

House and Senate Vote to End War with Iran

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 214 to 208 to adopt a resolution limiting President Donald Trump’s war powers in Iran, according to CBS News.

WH News 3 weeks

Política de EE.UU.

Trump amenaza con atacar puentes y centrales de Irán si persisten los ataques en Hormuz

El presidente Donald Trump advirtió que Estados Unidos destruiría un puente o una planta de energía iraní si sus fuerzas atacan un buque en el Estrecho de Hormuz, según BBC.

WH News 3 weeks

Conflicts & Security

US House passes $1.15 trillion military bill expanding Israel cooperation

The US House of Representatives has passed a $1.15 trillion military spending bill, expanding cooperation with Israel, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

WH News 3 weeks

US Politics

Nicaragua Congress Announces Work Plan to Suspend Elections

Nicaragua’s congress, controlled by President Daniel Ortega, announced a “work plan” to implement the leader’s order to suspend elections, according to The Guardian.

WH News 3 weeks

US Politics

Canada’s ‘Powerful’ Dairy Sector in Trump Trade Crosshairs

Canada's dairy industry policy is among the most politically protected in the country and now faces scrutiny from US President Donald Trump, who has cited it as a reason for a 50% tariff on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, according to the BBC.

WH News 3 weeks

US Politics

Darline Graham’s Challenge: Eligibility Questions and Political Moves

Sen. Darline Graham announced Monday she will run for a full term in her late brother’s Senate seat, but her candidacy faces questions about eligibility. President Donald Trump has endorsed her, while some GOP officials are challenging her qualifications.

WH News 3 weeks

Leaders

Andy Burnham Bus Fare Cap Funds Spark Concern for Global Poor

Andy Burnham's decision to fund a bus fare cap using the aid budget risks harming the world's poorest, according to charities. The prime minister announced the move on Wednesday.

WH News 3 weeks

Política de EE.UU.

Cornyn pierde elección y amenaza bloquear nombramientos de Trump

El senador John Cornyn perdió su elección primaria en Texas contra Ken Paxton, un aliado cercano de Trump, quien obtuvo más del 63% de los votos. Cornyn amenazó con bloquear nombramientos respaldados por Trump si no se libera el financiamiento para PEPFAR.

WH News 3 weeks

US Politics

John Cornyn Loses Senate Bid, Threatens to Block Trump Nominees

Texas Senator John Cornyn lost his Senate primary to Ken Paxton, a staunch Trump ally, with projections showing Paxton secured over 63% of the vote. Cornyn has since threatened to block Trump-backed nominees unless funding for PEPFAR is released.

WH News 3 weeks