In a surprising twist, the Philippines is now dealing with a major clash between its president and vice president, which is putting the country's democracy to the test. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, despite winning elections together, have seen their alliance crumbl
When Antony Blinken served as Secretary of State, some people praised his support for LGBT rights and gender equity. Others criticized his handling of rogue regimes and terrorists. However, one issue stood out: his treatment of Christians. Under Blinken, many Christians faced persecution, especially
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) are scheduled to address a group of Democratic National Committee (DNC) finance directors. This comes as reports surface that their campaign is in debt by about $20 million, following a wave of expensive spending. A political donor nam
The United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP29, was supposed to be a big deal for climate finance. With nearly 50, 000 people from 200 countries, including a first-time appearance by the Taliban, gathering in Azerbaijan, the goal was clear: to secure vital funds for the fight against c
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is facing an unexpected challenge from Maud Maron, a former Democrat turned Republican. This criminal defense lawyer turned activist is the first to announce her candidacy against Bragg. Last week, many in NYC were worried that Bragg would run unopposed in the
Donald Trump Jr. , son of the President-elect, has made a name for himself in politics, becoming a significant player in his father’s orbit. He has been vocal about his support for certain key figures to join the administration, notably Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. They’ve even sat together o
Holiday get-togethers can be tricky, especially after a heated election. It's important to think about whether you're really ready to face different political views. Maybe a little break is needed, suggests Justin Jones-Fosu, an expert on tough conversations. He says it's okay to take a step back no
Glenn Jacobs, the mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, and formerly known as Kane in the WWE, has some advice for Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: stay away from politics. Jacobs, who has also dabbled in politics, thinks it's not worth it. Politics is tough, he says. It's full of fights and arguments. And gue
Romania's political scene is witnessing a surprising twist. A far-right populist named Calin Georgescu, who was practically unknown, has clinched the first spot in the presidential election, giving a huge blow to the incumbent prime minister. Georgescu, a 62-year-old independent candidate, will now
The 2024 election brought a wave of disappointment for many Black women. Teja Smith, founder of Get Social, feels the country has spoken and it's time to take a step back. After Trump's win, despite his divisive rhetoric and actions, many Black women are reevaluating their role in politics and socia
