Congress Begins Two-week Battle Over DHS Funding Bill
U.S. lawmakers face a rocky path forward as they begin negotiations over the last remaining appropriations bill for fiscal year 2026.
Year: 2026
Christian Advocate Warns Forced Veiling Of Young Girls Is “Child Radicalization”
A prominent Pakistani Christian human rights advocate has warned that an increasing number of underage girls are being forced to wear the veil or burqa, calling the practice a form of “child radicalization” and ideological coercion.
Incoming Dutch Coalition Unveils “Freedom Contribution” Tax To Fund Defense Boost
The Netherlands’ incoming coalition government has unveiled a sweeping policy blueprint that includes a so-called “freedom contribution,” requiring households and businesses to pay more in taxes to help finance sharply higher defense spending, while other social programs face cuts.
Norway Crown Princess’s Son Detained Ahead Of Rape Trial As Epstein Links Stir Scrutiny
Norway’s royal family faced renewed turmoil Tuesday after the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit was detained by police on suspicion of assault just days before his trial in Oslo on 38 charges, including the rape of four women, while the crown princess herself faces questions over past contact with late U.S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Xi Jinping Pushes Renminbi as Global Reserve Currency in Communist Party Journal Amid Dollar Weakness
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has laid out his most explicit vision yet for transforming China’s currency into a global reserve, calling for the renminbi to become widely used in international trade, investment, and foreign-exchange markets—and ultimately held by central banks.
Mamdani’s First Month as Mayor Marked by Sharp Rise in Antisemitic Hate Crimes Despite Drop in Gun Violence
The first month of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration has been marked by a troubling surge in antisemitic hate crimes across New York City, even as overall gun violence fell to historic lows, according to newly released data from the New York City Police Department.
IDF Chief of Staff Signals Heightened War Readiness as Training Resumes Amid Iran Tensions
Eyal Zamir, Israel Defense Forces chief of staff, convened the IDF’s senior operational commanders’ forum on Monday, underscoring a renewed push to strengthen combat readiness as the military returns to its regular training and exercise cycle following months of sustained operations.
Trump Administration Deploys Body Cameras to All Federal Officers in Minneapolis
The Trump administration announced Monday that all federal immigration and homeland security officers operating in Minneapolis will now be equipped with body-worn cameras, a move officials say will increase transparency and protect law enforcement amid rising tensions and political scrutiny.
Trump Presses House to Pass Senate Spending Deal as Shutdown Pressure Mounts
President Donald Trump demanded Monday that House lawmakers swiftly approve the bipartisan spending package passed by the Senate, urging both parties to set aside additional policy demands to bring a partial government shutdown to a rapid end.
Trump Launches “Project Vault” to Secure U.S. Critical Minerals and Break China’s Grip
President Donald Trump announced Feb. 2 the creation of a new strategic private-sector critical minerals stockpile, a move the White House says will shield U.S. industry from supply shocks and reduce reliance on Beijing’s dominance of rare earths and key metals.
Soros-Backed Nonprofit Funded Anti-ICE Activism That Led to Mass Arrests in Minnesota
A network of left-wing activist groups working to obstruct federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota has received millions of dollars from a nonprofit tied to the Soros family, according to an investigation by the Daily Caller News Foundation.
U.S., India Finalize Trade Deal as Trump Links Agreement to Ending Ukraine War
The United States will reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18% after President Donald Trump announced a new trade agreement with India following a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The reduced rate marks a rollback from the 25% “reciprocal” tariff imposed last year, along with an additional 25% penalty tied to India’s purchases of Russian oil, the Wall Street Journal reported.
European Royal Houses Rocked By New Jeffrey Epstein File Revelations
European royal houses have been shaken by fresh revelations from newly unsealed documents linked to the late U.S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces renewed scrutiny over years of contact with him, and Britain’s royal family continues to grapple with fallout from ties between Epstein and a senior royal.
Russian Drone Strike Kills Mineworkers Hours After Zelensky Announces New Peace Talks
A Russian drone strike on a bus carrying mineworkers in southeastern Ukraine killed at least 15 people on Sunday, Ukrainian officials said.
IDF Chief of Staff Leads High-Level Washington Meetings Amid Rising Iran Tensions
The Israel Defense Forces’ Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir held a discreet weekend visit to Washington, meeting senior U.S. defense officials amid rising tensions with Iran and uncertainty over a possible American strike.
U.S. ‘Armada’ Arrives, but Air Defense Buildup May Delay Strike on Iran
President Donald Trump’s promised U.S. military “armada” has now arrived in the Middle East, led by the aircraft carrier strike group centered on the USS Abraham Lincoln. Yet despite the high-profile deployment of naval power and advanced fighter aircraft, U.S. officials say a major American response against Iran may be delayed as the Pentagon focuses on fortifying air defenses across the region, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Senate Passes Funding Deal, Sends To House For Final Approval
The U.S. Senate sent a $1.2 trillion government funding package back to the House for approval Friday night, ensuring a partial government shutdown over the weekend.
Nationwide Redistricting Efforts Could Impact Control Of Congress
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, state legislatures have grappled with fierce mid-decade redistricting efforts in an attempt to give an advantage to their political party. Based on current map projections, Republicans could flip three more seats than Democrats. Republicans currently have a slim majority in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Police: ‘Bandits Torch Police Station, Church In Nigeria’s Niger State’
Suspected armed bandits attacked a community in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State, police said, burning a police station, torching part of a church, and abducting several residents.
Christian Mother Assaulted in Pakistan as Suspect Freed Within Minutes, Lawyer Says
A prominent Christian lawyer has urged Pakistan’s government to intervene as a man accused of brutally assaulting a Christian woman and tearing her clothes in a Punjab province market was released within just 30 minutes of police detention, apparently due to his “contacts” with authorities, Christians said.