Politics – World Headlines

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 Jul 23, 2026

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 Jul 22, 2026

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 Jul 22, 2026

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 Jul 22, 2026

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 Jul 22, 2026

US Politics

Darline Graham Enters Senate Race with $2,000 Campaign Limit

Sen. Darline Graham announced Monday she will run for a full term in her late brother's Senate seat, according to the Associated Press.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Diplomacy & Trade

4.6 Million Ukrainians Seek Refuge as Syria’s Kurds Face New Challenges

By the end of 2022, more than 4.6 million Ukrainians had sought temporary protection in the EU, marking the largest refugee movement in Europe since the 1940s, according to the European Stability Initiative.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Europe

Italy Makes Financial Exceptions for Pep Guardiola Hiring

Italy's football federation head confirmed discussions with Pep Guardiola, stating financial 'exceptions' would be made if he is hired as national coach. According to an interview with Cronache di Spogliatoio, the talks were initiated.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Asia Pacific

India Modi Government Faces Growing Protests Amid ‘Cockroach’ Controversy

India's Modi government is under increasing pressure as protests by the youth-led 'Cockroach Janta Party' (CJP) intensify in Delhi, according to BBC News.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Europe

Austria Turns Hitler’s Birthplace Into Police Station

Austria has opened a police station in the house where Adolf Hitler was born, in an effort to sever the site's Nazi associations, according to BBC.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Wahlen

Präsidentschaftswahl in São Tomé und Príncipe: 142.000 Wähler entscheiden

In São Tomé und Príncipe wählen am Sonntag rund 142.000 registrierte Wähler einen neuen Präsidenten. 15 Prozent der Wähler leben im Ausland.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Movies

‘We are preserving a tradition’: how Ghana’s sensationalist film posters became collectible art

In Teshie near Accra, artist Heavy J paints a poster for 'The Little Mermaid' on a flour sack, blending surreal elements to draw crowds. This tradition, which spanned from the late 1970s to the early 2000s, is now a collectible art form according to The Guardian.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Middle East

Palestine Weekly: Israeli Attacks Intensify Ahead of Elections

Hours after Israel’s parliament dissolved itself and set an October 27 election date, an Israeli drone struck a funeral procession in the Nuseirat refugee camp, killing at least eight mourners, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Elections

São Tomé and Príncipe Heads to Polls in Tense Presidential Election

Voters in São Tomé and Príncipe head to the polls for a presidential election on Sunday, as the African nation seeks to reinforce its democratic reputation amid a tense political atmosphere. About 142,000 people are registered to vote, with 15% in the diaspora.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Iran War Costs $37.5bn, Says Hegseth as Pentagon Seeks More Funds

The war with Iran has cost the US $37.5bn so far, an increase of nearly $8bn since May, according to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. He urged lawmakers to approve $87bn in additional funding for the Pentagon.

WH News Jul 22, 2026