Politics

Gulf Tensions, Trump's Signals, and TSA Back Pay

Iran opens Strait of Hormuz to some ships as Gulf countries face strikes, Trump's mixed messages on the war in Iran could hurt the GOP, TSA officers are receiving back pay as DHS remains unfunded.

Trump Threatens Strikes on Iran's Infrastructure

Skip next section Trump again threatens to 'obliterate' Iranian power plants, oil wells and Kharg Island March 30, 2026 Trump again threatens to 'obliterate' Iranian power plants, oil wells and Kharg Island US President Donald Trump has taken to his Truth Social platform to repeat his threats against Iran's power plants as well as Kharg

How a SCOTUS birthright decision could reshape education

Any child born on U.S. soil has a right to citizenship. It was established by the 14th Amendment in 1868, and affirmed by the U.S. Supreme court 128 years ago. On Wednesday, the high court is set to hear oral arguments in a case that could narrow or even end birthright citizenship in Trump v.

Former Nepal Energy Minister Arrested in Money Laundering Probe

Police in Kathmandu arrested Nepal's former energy minister and Nepali Congress leader, Deepak Khadka, on Sunday morning. Local news portal Ratopati reported the arrest warrant stated that Khadka was taken into custody for an investigation related to "money laundering offenses."

Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests Target Trump

People across the US took the streets on Saturday for the latest "No Kings" demonstrations against US President Donald Trump. They are protesting what they view as democratic backsliding and the Trump administration's authoritarian bent. The protests are organized by a broad movement of civil society groups, who say over 3,000 rallies were set for Saturday.

Why Critics Describe Birthright Citizenship as a Fraud Problem

An American flag is seen outside the Supreme Court, in Washington, D.C., in November. This week, the high court will hear oral arguments for a case that could change who gets to be a U.S. citizen. Mark Schiefelbein/AP hide caption toggle caption Mark Schiefelbein/AP At a recent U.S.

Photos: 'No Kings' Nationwide Demonstrations

Photos: 'No Kings' protests across the country : The Picture Show People showed up for rallies in more than 3,000 communities from coast to coast on Saturday, to vent their frustration and decry the policies of the Trump administration.

White House 'Gamifying' War: Social Media Mashups Stir Debate

ESSAY 3-28-2026 U.S. President Donald Trump (C) oversees "Operation Epic Fury" with (L-R) Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles at Mar-a-Lago on February 28, 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida.

Bank of America to Pay $72.5 Million in Epstein Suit

Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5 million (€62.8 million) to settle a class action lawsuit accusing it of facilitating Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking operations, according to court filings on Friday.

Former PM Oli Arrested Over Deadly Protests

Nepal's former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak were taken into custody on Saturday as authorities investigate their roles during deadly anti-corruption protests last September, authorities said. Kathmandu Valley police spokesman Om Adhikari said that legal proceedings would follow over their alleged failure to prevent the deadly unrest.