
Japanese town council forces out incapacitated mayor to restore governance
After months of political paralysis, local officials took decisive action to remove a mayor who has been unable to perform his duties since February.
Thursday, July 30, 2026

After months of political paralysis, local officials took decisive action to remove a mayor who has been unable to perform his duties since February.

Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal's chief minister after the BJP secured a commanding majority, ending over a decade of TMC dominance.

South Africa's highest court has paved the way for renewed impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa, ruling that parliament's previous attempt to block the process was a violation of the constitution.

President Trump and Brazilian President Lula da Silva met for three hours at the White House, opting for a private engagement to manage bilateral tensions while remaining at odds over tariffs and international strategy.

Donald Trump has blasted Fifa's exorbitant $1,000 ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup, stating he would refuse to pay such a fee while expressing concern for the average American fan.

Vivek Ramaswamy has clinched the Republican nomination for Ohio governor, setting the stage for a critical showdown against former public health director Amy Acton.

After 15 years of dominance, Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress party have been ousted from power in West Bengal, marking a significant shift in India’s political landscape.

Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan was removed from office after his left-wing coalition partners prioritized political survival over essential austerity measures to curb the nation's ballooning budget deficit.

Mali's military leader has appointed himself defense minister after his predecessor was killed in a massive, coordinated assault by jihadist and separatist forces.

Former presidential candidates Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso have defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, signaling further instability within an opposition bloc already plagued by infighting and legal battles.

The U.S. economy grew by 2% in the first quarter of 2026, demonstrating remarkable resilience even as the conflict in Iran creates global energy price volatility.

Kenya is facing a severe security crisis as entrenched political networks utilize organized criminal gangs to conduct violent attacks, threatening the stability of the nation ahead of the next election cycle.