Politics

US Politics

Virginia Pushes Forward Paid Family Leave Program Amid National Debate

Virginia lawmakers are advancing a paid family and medical leave program that would provide up to three months of paid time off for qualifying reasons.

WH News Mar 5, 2026

US Politics

Congress Fails to Limit Trump’s Iran War Powers as Debate Over Executive Authority Intensifies

Congress failed to limit Trump's war powers in the Iran conflict, highlighting the ongoing debate over executive authority over military actions.

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Football

Lou Holtz, Hall of Fame Coach Who Led Notre Dame to National Title, Dies at 89

Lou Holtz, Hall of Fame coach who led Notre Dame to a national title, has died at 89.

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Middle East

Netanyahu Faces Wider War Risk As Israel-Iran Strikes Enter Fourth Day

Israel-Iran strikes enter fourth day, with Netanyahu facing increased pressure as conflict expands.

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American Football

Bears’ 7-Round 2026 NFL Draft Mock by PFF After Combine

Chicago Bears' 2026 NFL Draft strategy, as outlined in a PFF mock draft, addresses key needs with defensive line, linebacker, and wide receiver picks.

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US Politics

Kristi Noem Defends DHS Amid Scrutiny Over Immigration Enforcement and Spending

Kristi Noem faces congressional scrutiny over immigration enforcement, spending, and obstruction of investigations during a heated testimony.

WH News Mar 5, 2026

Corporate

Paris Hosts Historic 2026 World’s 50 Best Hotels Awards, Shifting Global Hospitality Spotlight

Paris will host The World's 50 Best Hotels awards for the first time in 2026, marking a significant shift in the global hospitality industry.

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US Politics

Tamil Nadu polls: DMK-Congress seat-sharing agreement ends deadlock

DMK and Congress sign seat-sharing agreement for 2026 Tamil Nadu polls, with Congress to get 28 seats and one Rajya Sabha seat.

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Conflicts & Security

West African Nations Form 2,000-Soldier Force to Combat Jihadist Threat

West African nations form 2,000-soldier anti-jihadist force to combat terrorism in the Sahel.

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Asia Pacific

Mirror Media’s Leaks Shape Taiwan Politics, Raise Concerns Over Fairness

Mirror Media's investigative reporting shapes Taiwan's news cycle but raises concerns about bias and accuracy.

WH News Mar 5, 2026

Leaders

North Korea Unveils First Known Statue of Kim Jong-un Amid Leader Cult

North Korea has unveiled the first known statue of Kim Jong-un, marking a shift in how the regime portrays its leader.

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US Politics

Nitish Kumar May Move to Rajya Sabha, Prompting Bihar Leadership Shift

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar may move to Rajya Sabha, prompting leadership changes in the state.

WH News Mar 5, 2026

US Politics

North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger Trails in Primary by Two Votes

North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger trails his primary challenger by two votes in a race that could reshape the state's political landscape.

WH News Mar 5, 2026

US Politics

Louisiana Governor Endorses Julia Letlow in Senate Race Against Bill Cassidy

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has endorsed Julia Letlow in the Senate race against Bill Cassidy, aligning with Trump.

WH News Mar 5, 2026

Conflicts & Security

John Fetterman Set to Oppose War Powers Resolution on Iran Conflict

John Fetterman plans to oppose a Democratic-led resolution to rein in Trump's military actions in Iran, despite growing bipartisan concerns over the legality and necessity of the conflict.

WH News Mar 5, 2026