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Wednesday, April 15

An ambulance leaves the scene following a deadly school shooting, in the southeastern province of Kahramanmaras
PoliticsApril 15, 2026

Tragedy in Turkey: Nine dead in second school shooting in 48 hours

A horrific school shooting in southern Turkey has claimed the lives of eight students and one teacher, marking the second such attack in the country in just two days.

Péter Magyar stands beside President Tamás Sulyok. The two men wear suits and have their hands crossed in front of them.
PoliticsApril 15, 2026

Péter Magyar Demands Immediate Power Grab Following Hungarian Election Upset

After ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure, Péter Magyar is aggressively moving to consolidate power and overhaul state media, even as he seeks to unlock billions in frozen EU funds.

A man with dark hair gesticulates from a seated position, wearing a blue suit and a red tie.
PoliticsApril 15, 2026

JD Vance Calls Out Pope Leo for Meddling in Geopolitical Affairs

Vice President JD Vance confronted Pope Leo's recent political commentary, warning the leader of the Catholic Church to stick to theology rather than criticizing U.S. foreign policy.

Monday, April 13

Geordin Hill-Lewis is seen with his fist raised after his election as the DA's new leader
PoliticsApril 13, 2026

Democratic Alliance looks to break electoral ceiling under new leadership

Newly elected Democratic Alliance leader Geordin Hill-Lewis aims to overcome the party's long-standing 20% electoral plateau by appealing to a broader demographic while maintaining a firm stance against ANC-backed race-based economic polici

Eric Swalwell wears a dark blue button down shirt at a candidate forum in Los Angeles last year.
PoliticsApril 13, 2026

California Democrats in Freefall as Swalwell Campaign Implodes

The California Democratic Party is in a state of total disarray following Eric Swalwell's resignation from Congress and exit from the governor's race, leaving the party without a clear path to the general election.

Carney speaks, wearing a suit and tie and gesturing with his hand
PoliticsApril 13, 2026

Mark Carney’s Liberals Poised to Seize Majority Through Political Poaching

Prime Minister Mark Carney is on the brink of securing a parliamentary majority by leveraging by-elections and poaching opposition members, effectively bypassing the need for consensus.

Democratic United States Representative Eric Swalwell attends the SEIU-United Service Workers West (SEIU-USWW) Gubernatorial Candidate Worker Forum at Meruelo Studios in Los Angeles, California, on January 10, 2026.
PoliticsApril 13, 2026

Eric Swalwell Abandons California Governor Bid Following Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Representative Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California governor after a series of serious sexual misconduct allegations surfaced, causing his Democratic allies to abandon him.

Sunday, April 12

Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) visits "The Story With Martha MacCallum" at Fox News Channel Studios on July 22, 2024 in New York City.
PoliticsApril 12, 2026

Manhattan DA Launches Probe Into Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Eric Swalwell

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office has opened an investigation into sexual misconduct claims against Democrat Congressman Eric Swalwell, casting a shadow over his campaign for governor of California.

Cayden McBride poses for a photo as he sits in front of a computer
PoliticsApril 12, 2026

Disillusioned Voters Demand Accountability on Epstein Files

A segment of the Trump base is expressing growing dissatisfaction with the administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, demanding the transparency and accountability they were promised.

Saturday, April 11

A black machete lies on the train platform.
PoliticsApril 11, 2026

NYPD Neutralizes Machete-Wielding Attacker at Grand Central Terminal

New York City transit police fatally shot an assailant who slashed three innocent commuters at Grand Central station after the suspect refused to comply with repeated orders to surrender.

A rendering of the Triumphal Arch, in white marble and gold statues against a blue sky
PoliticsApril 11, 2026

Trump Unveils Grand 'Arc de Trump' to Honor American History

President Trump has officially submitted plans for a 250-foot victory arch in Washington D.C. that will serve as a permanent, majestic reminder of the sacrifices made to secure American liberty.