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House shields Klatham MP from gambling-case probe

The House of Representatives on Friday voted against allowing the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to summon Klatham MP Chonnaput Naksua in an online gambling case, citing parliamentary immunity during the current legislative session.

Bangkok Post · May 29

Philippine court orders senator's arrest for largescale corruption; he surrenders and posts bail

A Philippine anti-graft court has ordered the arrest of Senator Jinggoy Estrada over allegations of pocketing millions in a flood-control project

The Independent UK · May 29

'Poison pill': coalition attacks Labor's tax 'wedge'

The coalition will still vote against the government's budget tax changes, even though it means voting against a $250 tax offset for working Australians.

AAP · May 26

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Democratic Rally wins Cyprus election as far right and newcomers make gains

Centre-right Democratic Rally (DISY) secured first place in Cyprus’s parliamentary election, ahead of the left-wing AKEL. Far-right ELAM achieved historic breakthrough into third place, while newly formed anti-corruption ALMA and Fidias Panayiotou's Direct Democracy both crossed the threshold.

Euronews · May 24

Boebert rushes to support Trump after his nemesis and her friend Thomas Massie loses primary

President Trump recently threatened to endorse any challenger to Boebert, after she endorsed his enemy, Thomas Massie

The Independent UK · May 20

Explained: What is US Senate’s CLARITY Act and why does it matter for crypto investors?

The Republican-led Senate Banking Committee has advanced the long-awaited CLARITY Act, a landmark crypto regulation bill aimed at defining digital assets, resolving SEC–CFTC jurisdiction overlap, and setting rules for decentralised platforms. The move brings long-needed regulatory clarity, boosting industry confidence even as Democrats raise concerns over safeguards and stablecoin provisions.

The Economic Times · May 15

Trump’s ratings slide further, but gerrymanders will help Republicans at midterm elections

US President Donald Trump’s ratings have slid further to a new record low. But two recent court decisions will assist Republicans in using gerrymandering to avoid losing their majority in the House of Representatives.

The Conversation · May 15

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Taxpayers funded more than $300K in payouts for sexual harassment claims in congressional offices, Nancy Mace claims

The lawmaker plans to release the documents after redacting personal information about the victims and witnesses

The Independent UK · May 5

Pauline Hanson is considering a shock political move

Right-wing Senator Pauline Hanson has warned her opponents not to underestimate her as she mulls over making a big call on her political career.

AAP · May 5

View from The Hill: Would Pauline Hanson really risk a tilt at the lower house?

As high poll numbers are increasingly emboldening One Nation, Pauline Hanson now says she might seek to move to the House of Representatives.

The Conversation · May 5

A year on from the election, what has the Albanese government achieved?

This time last year, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was jubilant. Having just won 94 of the 150 seats in the House of Representatives, Labor had its best result in terms of seats since 1943.

The Conversation · May 3

Top Democrat vows to take Florida next after Virginia redistricting shocks Republicans: ‘Maximum warfare’

ANALYSIS: New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries has thrown down the gauntlet and is threatening Trump in his own backyard, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK · Apr 22

Virginia's Redistricting Win Changed 2026 Midterms, Trump Warns of Disaster if Democrats Take the House

Virginia's redistricting measure, part of a broader national trend, could significantly impact the 2026 US midterms by potentially increasing Democratic control in the House of Representatives.

International Business Times UK · Apr 22

Nigeria charges retired general and five others over alleged coup plot

In Nigeria, prosecutors charged six men, including a retired major general, on Tuesday, accusing them of attempting to plan a coup in October 2025. Authorities initially denied the charges, while the army announced the arrest of 16 officers for "discipline issues." Subsequently, President Bola Tinubu carried out a major reshuffle…

Radio France Internationale · Apr 22

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The Guardian - US · Apr 22

Democrats celebrate as Virginia voters approve new congressional maps that could flip House seats in their favor – as it happened

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The Conversation · Apr 14

Will voters turn against Donald Trump in the US midterms? What we know so far

The US is bracing for another cycle of elections, with November’s midterms determining the scope of Donald Trump’s power in the final two years of his presidency. All seats in the House of Representatives will be contested, as will one-third of the Senate.

The Mary Sue · Apr 8

‘Enough’: Hakeem Jeffries finally finds his voice after Donald Trump’s Iran threat

Hakeem Jeffries has urged Congress to immediately put an end to the escalating war in Iran. His plea came hours after President Donald Trump issued a chilling threat on Truth Social, suggesting that an entire civilization could face obliteration. Jeffries, the top Democrat in the House of Representatives, directly called…

The Conversation · Apr 7

When a president is unfit for office, here’s what the Constitution says can happen

Bipartisan calls for President Donald Trump’s removal from office increased on April 7, 2026, after he issued threats to destroy “a whole civilization” if Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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The Guardian - AU · Apr 4

We cannot celebrate tinkering when it comes to gambling reform. Labor’s response falls tragically short

What the Albanese government is proposing is not evidence-based, and it will not reverse the normalisation of gambling among young people

The Independent UK · Mar 30

Democrats seen as taking back the House after Republicans quit in numbers not seen since the Great Depression

ANALYSIS: A record number of House Republicans are not seeking re-election, the most since the Great Depression, with Republicans far outpacing Democrats. Eric Garcia breaks down the numbers

Sports Illustrated · Mar 25

Boxing Notes: House Advances Sweeping Boxing Bill

Rep. Brian Jacks explains legislation in a Sports Illustrated Q&A

The Times of India · Mar 22

US House resolution seeks ‘genocide’ tag for Pakistan’s 1971 atrocities on Bengali Hindus

US Congressman Greg Landsman has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives seeking to recognise the atrocities committed by the Pakistani army and its allies against Bengali Hindus in 1971 as war crimes and genocide. The resolution cites the 'Blood Telegram' and details the systematic targeting of Hindus for…

The Conversation · Mar 6

The Greens’ election review flew under the radar. Here’s what it said

The 2025 Australian federal election was defined by its many shock results, from the Labor Party’s thumping victory to the Liberals’ considerable losses.

International Business Times · Mar 5

Markwayne Mullin's Government and Service History Explained As Trump Names Kristi Noem's Replacement

President Donald Trump announced that he will replace Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with Oklahoma Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin.

The Times of India · Mar 4

From protests to polls: Nepal to vote after a Gen Z uprising redraws its political map

Nepal is at a critical juncture as nearly 19 million voters elect a new House of Representatives. This election is significantly influenced by a youth-led uprising that challenged the political establishment, fueled by resentment over unemployment and perceived elite excess. The vote reflects a generational demand for accountability and change.

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