Politics
Elon Musk, the enigmatic billionaire and CEO of companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), has never shied away from controversy. Over the past few years, his influence has extended beyond the tech and business sectors, spilling over into political discourse worldwide—including in the UK. Musk’s platform ownership and...
President-elect Donald Trump raised alarms after establishing his intent to acquire Greenland, Canada, and the Panama Canal. In a press conference on January 7, Trump said he wouldn’t rule out using military or economic force to gain control of the Nordic region. “No, I can’t assure you on either of...
South Korea, a beacon of democracy in East Asia, finds itself embroiled in a political crisis that challenges the resilience of its democratic institutions. This crisis, stemming from a combination of political corruption scandals, polarized public opinion, and strained inter-party relationships, raises crucial questions about the robustness of democratic governance...
On Wednesday, as wildfires ravaged some of Los Angeles’ most iconic neighborhoods and thousands watched as their homes burned to the ground, President-elect Donald Trump took to social media to air out his grievances – and blame California Governor Gavin Newsom and sitting President Joe Biden for the natural disaster. ...
President-elect Donald J. Trump is set to face sentencing in New York on Friday, January 10. He was found guilty in May of 2024 for falsifying records regarding payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in exchange for her silence regarding their 2006 affair during his 2016 Presidential campaign....
Leadership transitions in politics are moments of both opportunity and vulnerability. Canada’s political history offers valuable insights into the dynamics of such transitions, showcasing the complexities faced by leaders and parties alike. One significant challenge is maintaining party unity. Leadership changes often expose internal divisions within political parties, as differing...
Americans will see a peaceful power transfer for the first time in four years as Democratic candidate Kamala Harris ceded the election and admitted her defeat. On Monday, December 6, 2025, both branches of Congress met to certify Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 election. Before the certification vote, Vice...
Gerrymandering is a process of manipulating an electoral district’s boundaries to the advantage of a party or person. The act has often been criticized as unfair, dishonest, and an attempt to reg voter outcomes, yet both Democrats and Republicans utilize it in the US today. Gerrymandering comes into play usually...
Global trade wars are reshaping international economic dynamics. These conflicts, often characterized by tariffs, sanctions, and trade restrictions, are battles for economic dominance among nations. While they aim to address trade imbalances, protect domestic industries, or challenge unfair practices, they have wide-ranging consequences for global markets. Winners In the short...
With less than a month to go until inauguration day, strife has already begun to wear at the foundation of the new MAGA administration. Many right-wing politicians are voicing concern over support from some of the Trump administration’s most potent players for H-1B visas – documentation that allows non-immigrants permits...
The 39th president of the United States left office in 1981, and on Dec. 29, he left the world from Plains, Georgia, his birth city. Jimmy Carter was not just the 39th president; he accomplished far more in his 100 years on Earth than a lot of people will. Carter...
President Biden’s December 23 defense bill has sparked debate over its impact on military families and the transgender community. While the bill enforces pay raises for junior enlisted service members and boosts the military budget to $895 billion, it has raised concerns about health care access and inclusivity. The bill’s...
