US president has urged Republicans to redraw map to help the party net a handful of seats in the midterms next year.
Texas Democrats are fleeing the state to prevent a vote on new congressional maps that could help Republicans gain five additional seats in the House for the 2026 midterms. This marks the second time in four years that Democrats have left the state to block legislation, echoing their 2021 standoff against voting restrictions.
A Tennessee man, Kevin Wade O'Neal, 54, was arrested after allegedly threatening to kill public officials and law enforcement, with authorities discovering 14 improvised explosive devices in his home, one of which was smoldering. O'Neal faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, while the investigation into his motives and targets continues. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreGerman Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul criticized Israel's blockade of Gaza, highlighting its role in causing famine and civilian deaths during a recent visit. He urged for a significant change in the humanitarian situation, warning of potential diplomatic isolation for Israel while advocating for the return of international aid groups to address the crisis. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe NHS has launched a groundbreaking vaccination program for high-risk individuals in England, targeting gonorrhoea, a sexually transmitted infection with rising cases, particularly among gay and bisexual men. The 4CMenB vaccine aims to prevent up to 100,000 infections, alleviate NHS pressure, and combat antibiotic-resistant strains, as diagnoses reached a record 85,000 in 2023. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreLongtime Trump aide May Davis Mailman has left the White House as the highest-ranking official to do so voluntarily during the current term, concluding her role as deputy assistant to the president. She plans to establish a government affairs firm while remaining a special government employee to finalize ongoing policy projects, including negotiations related to Harvard University’s federal research funding. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreAlmost two months after the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, memorial services for the 53 British victims, including Ashok and Shobhana Patel, were held in Wembley, London. Miten Patel shared his heartache about the delay in his parents’ funeral due to the discovery of additional remains in his mother’s casket, highlighting the emotional turmoil faced by families of the victims. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA former deputy prosecutor at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, Graham Blewitt, asserted that evidence of genocide in Gaza is compelling, likening it to the Srebrenica massacre. He criticized the lack of proportionality in Israeli airstrikes, raised concerns about political efforts to protect Israeli leaders from prosecution, and expressed frustration over the current state of international justice amid ongoing scrutiny by the International Court of Justice. Want More Context? 🔎
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