South Africa's Highest Court Says Jacob Zuma Can't Run in Election
The Constitutional Court of South Africa barred former President Jacob Zuma from the upcoming election due to a past criminal conviction, impacting the country's political landscape. [ more ]
Scotland's leader resigns after conflicts over climate change, gender identity weakened government
Scotland's first minister resigned, triggering a leadership contest amid party challenges, exacerbated by coalition disagreements over climate change goals. [ more ]
Spanish leader Sanchez to stay in power after resignation drama
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez decided to stay in office despite political turmoil, addressing the polarization and decay of discourse in modern politics. [ more ]
Humza Yousaf vows to stay on as Scottish first minister
Humza Yousaf refuses to resign amidst leadership speculation, facing no-confidence vote; aims to win confidence with support from SNP and ex-minister. [ more ]
Under-pressure Scottish leader cancels major speech as confidence vote in his government looms
Scotland's First Minister faces political turmoil after pulling out of power-sharing agreement, risking early elections and potential resignation. [ more ]
Kari Lake Pretends Not to Know Abortion Law She Very Specifically Endorsed
Arizona reinstated a draconian 1864 abortion law after the state's Supreme Court ruling, causing turmoil among Republicans.
Arizona's conservative-majority Supreme Court, influenced by new Republican appointments, overturned Roe v. Wade's nullification, shifting abortion legality. [ more ]
Israel's military claims that Hamas militants are firing rockets from humanitarian zones in Gaza, but this has not been independently verified.
The UN has opposed the concept of 'safe zones' in Gaza, instead advocating for civilians to seek shelter in protected buildings like schools and hospitals. [ more ]