Politics

America's Iran war bill explodes as the Pentagon seeks £160bn more. With no end in sight, how high could the costs really go?

Tanmay Puri Mar 20, 2026

The US has expanded its visa bond policy, affecting B1 and B2 visa applicants from 50 countries. Learn about the financial implications and how it impacts travellers.

Tanmay Puri Mar 19, 2026

Under the new CEO, Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway has resumed its share repurchases after a long pause. Buffett halted buybacks in 2024, thinking his company's stock was significantly overvalued.

Niloy Chakrabarti Mar 06, 2026

US student borrowers affected by Navient's costly forbearances will receive checks following a $120 million settlement with the CFPB.

Niloy Chakrabarti Feb 27, 2026

Trump's State of the Union touted a 'revival of faith' and a ban on minor transitions, while key claims on IVF, immigration, fraud and Iran lack tested evidence.

Francis Louie C. Añiga Feb 25, 2026

Barack Obama addresses Trump's controversial video targeting Michelle Obama, highlighting the dangers of normalising dehumanisation in politics.

Earnest Daniel Nicolas Feb 16, 2026

El Paso airspace was suddenly shut down amid reports of drones, laser weapons and a federal miscommunication, raising questions over what really happened.

Tanmay Puri Feb 12, 2026

A fiery House hearing erupts as Pam Bondi and Becca Balint clash over Donald Trump's alleged appearance in the Epstein files and the wider political fallout.

Tanmay Puri Feb 12, 2026

Candace Owens sparks a new media feud after dismissing TPUSA's Super Bowl hype as 'fake and gay,' drawing a sharp response from Erika Kirk and reigniting tensions.

Tanmay Puri Feb 10, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent believes unruly trading in China caused the abrupt reversal of the gold price rally as China authorities tightened margin requirements.

Niloy Chakrabarti Feb 09, 2026

Elon Musk starts social media uproar after offering to pay legal bills for Epstein victims as viral files reignite debate over truth and accountability.

Tanmay Puri Feb 09, 2026

A $16bn funding freeze, a contentious naming claim, and rising scrutiny. Did Trump really seek his name on a New York airport?

Tanmay Puri Feb 06, 2026

Katie Britt's husband, former NFL player Wesley Britt, failed to disclose 22 stock trades under the STOCK Act until months after the required deadline; the senator's office says she had no knowledge of the transactions.

Niloy Chakrabarti Feb 04, 2026

Grammys erupt in controversy after Billie Eilish's anti-ICE speech as an influencer defends staying seated, citing her parents' legal immigration

Tanmay Puri Feb 04, 2026

Ricky Gervais has reignited debate around political speeches at award shows after reacting to immigration-focused acceptance speeches from Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny and other artists at the 2026 Grammys, where ICE and immigrant rights became recurring themes throughout the ceremony.

Ashish Shaik Feb 03, 2026

Aid cuts by rich nations could trigger 22 million avoidable deaths by 2030, including 5.4 million children, a chilling new study warns. Here is why.

Tanmay Puri Feb 03, 2026

Melania Trump has reshaped her Washington role to protect 19-year-old Barron as he leaves NYU dorm life for the White House and public politics.

Earnest Daniel Nicolas Jan 30, 2026

Pershing Square's Bill Ackman donated to Alex Pretti's family to help with immediate expenses soon after offering the same to ICE agent Jonathan Ross, who fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good during a traffic stop in Minneapolis.

Niloy Chakrabarti Jan 29, 2026

Explore the dramatic fall of former South Korean first lady Kim Keon-hee, sentenced to 20 months for corruption.

Frederick Marvin Lumba Jan 28, 2026

TikTok uninstalls in the US have surged 150%. A new ownership deal, privacy fears and political distrust are driving Americans to delete the app.

Tanmay Puri Jan 28, 2026

Donald Trump reportedly stuns allies with a prediction of his own death within 10 years as he navigates his second term and a $300M White House renovation.

Briane Nebria Jan 27, 2026

Could the EU really ban iPhones? A viral Twitter clash restarts debate over US tech dominance, status symbols and Europe's digital future

Tanmay Puri Jan 22, 2026

Sentenced to 11 years in prison, Elizabeth Holmes makes a huge plea to Donald Trump for clemency in the Theranos fraud case.

Tanmay Puri Jan 22, 2026

Michelle Obama has clarified her past remarks about the US not being ready for a female president, saying progress is being made but deeper conversations about gender bias are still needed.

Ashish Shaik Jan 21, 2026

Amazon prices are rising, and US President Donald Trump's tariffs may be the reason. CEO Andy Jassy finally breaks his silence on what is really driving costs.

Tanmay Puri Jan 21, 2026

Kamala Harris and her husband Doug Emhoff recently purchased an oceanfront Malibu mansion for $8 million as the former US Vice President embraces a low-profile lifestyle away from the public eye.

Niloy Chakrabarti Jan 21, 2026

A US congresswoman claims classified proof of non-human intelligence as UFOs and interdimensional beings. We analyse whether governments are really hiding aliens.

Tanmay Puri Jan 20, 2026

Summit County Council member Chris Robinson and his company, Ensign, purchased the Pathfinder Ranches in Wyoming, which make up 1% of Wyoming's landmass and are almost the size of Delaware.

Niloy Chakrabarti Jan 20, 2026

China's vast new space network is alarming US defence chiefs, raising fears it could shift the balance of global military power

Tanmay Puri Jan 16, 2026

Dr. Nisha Verma refused to give a straight 'yes or no' answer when Senators Ashley Moody and Josh Hawley repeatedly asked during a Congressional hearing if men can get pregnant.

Niloy Chakrabarti Jan 15, 2026