Politics

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

Conflicts & Security

Zelensky Sacks Ukraine’s Army Chief Amid Protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed army commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, according to BBC.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Medicine

Health worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital

A UK humanitarian worker is being monitored for Ebola in a London hospital after recently working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Universidad Central vs Santos: Key stats and live coverage

Universidad Central of Venezuela faces Santos FC of Brazil in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana playoffs on July 22, 2026, according to 365Scores.

WH News Jul 22, 2026

Middle East

Trump Retreat Over Hormuz Tolls Suggests Struggle to End Iran War

Donald Trump's latest Iran War demand lasted only 24 hours, suggesting a president searching for unorthodox ways out of a difficult position, according to BBC.

WH News Jul 15, 2026

Music

Outspoken Moroccan Rapper Mehdi El Youbi Arrested in Casablanca

Moroccan rapper and filmmaker Mehdi El Youbi, known for his politically charged work, was arrested in Casablanca on Monday, according to a statement from friends and supporters.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

Conflicts & Security

UK Politician Ann Widdecombe’s Murder Was Targeted Attack, Police Say

The murder of veteran British politician Ann Widdecombe was a targeted attack, counterterrorism police said on Tuesday, according to reports. Widdecombe, 78, was found dead with serious injuries at her home in Devon last week.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

Americas

Anger Grows Over Venezuela Earthquake Response, ‘God is Punishing the Politicians’

Public anger is growing in Venezuela over what many see as the government’s inadequate response to twin earthquakes that killed nearly 4,500 people, according to The Guardian.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

Leaders

Hungary Parliament Votes to Remove President Amid Political Shift

Hungary's parliament has voted to remove President Tamás Sulyok from office, marking a significant shift following the April election that ended Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

Americas

Colombian National Killed by ICE Agent in Maine

An ICE agent has fatally shot a Colombian national during an immigration enforcement operation in Maine, according to the BBC.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

US Politics

Judge Voids Trump’s $1.8bn IRS Settlement

A US judge has voided a legal agreement between former President Donald Trump and federal agencies that granted him immunity from tax audits, according to the BBC.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

Europe

Spain’s Yamal Aims for World Cup Final After France Semifinal Win

Lamine Yamal says he will take no fear into Spain's World Cup semifinal against France, after celebrating his 19th birthday. Spain will face France at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with a place in the final at stake.

WH News Jul 14, 2026

Africa

South Africa says 53,000 foreigners deported in crackdown

The South African government says more than 53,000 foreign nationals have been deported or repatriated since launching a 'migration management' campaign five weeks ago. Most were from Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, according to the BBC.

WH News Jul 13, 2026

Medicine

McConnell Fall Led to Hospitalization, 84-Year-Old Senator Discloses

Sen. Mitch McConnell on Sunday revealed that a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about his health condition. The 84-year-old Republican said he suffered no broken bones, concussion, heart attack, or stroke.

WH News Jul 13, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; What Happens Next?

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., died at 71 after a 'brief and sudden illness.' South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster will appoint a replacement to serve until January 3, 2025.

WH News Jul 13, 2026