Israel becomes the first nation to recognize Somaliland's statehood, prompting celebrations in the breakaway region and condemnation from Somalia's president. Explore the geopolitical implications.
Comedian Shane Gillis sparked controversy on The Joe Rogan Experience by jokingly suggesting white nationalist Nick Fuentes could be a future president, while praising his humor. Watch the video.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed new peace ideas with Trump's envoys. A 20-point draft plan is on the table as negotiations intensify.
Brazil's ex-President Jair Bolsonaro recovers from a double hernia operation on Christmas Day. Get the latest details on his health and ongoing legal situation.
Vice President JD Vance faces online criticism after sharing photos of a training session with Navy SEALs, with detractors calling it a 'desperate photo op' during a government shutdown. Read the full story.
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi calls for urgent UN Security Council reforms to give Africa a more significant voice in global affairs. Read the full story on the push for international governance change.
Annabelle Cloutier, a lifelong musician, is the new President and CEO of Ottawa's National Arts Centre. She steps into the role during a 'fragile' period for Canadian arts. Read her story.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicates formal proposals to end the war could be presented to Russia imminently. Get the latest details on potential peace talks.
U.S. President Donald Trump says he will file a lawsuit against the BBC by Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The announcement came during a White House event.
Benin's President Patrice Talon addresses a failed coup attempt, stating the perpetrators are fleeing. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions in the West African nation.
FIFA presented Donald Trump with its first-ever Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. The award coincides with controversy over his administration's actions and a recent pardon.
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance addresses personal rumors while attending a high-profile ceremony. Get the full story on the political figure's public response.
Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits the WWII Coventry bombing site, a symbolic gesture of unity as Europe strengthens its front against Russia. Details on the state visit.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces intense online mockery after renaming an institute for Donald Trump and calling him a 'President of Peace,' a claim critics call absurd given Trump's recent actions. Read the fiery social media backlash.
Caesars Windsor Casino announces a key leadership change with the appointment of a new Senior Vice President and General Manager. Get the latest details on this strategic move.
The State Department renamed the U.S. Institute of Peace after Donald Trump, drawing widespread online criticism and comparisons to authoritarian regimes. Read the full story.
Photos from a White House cabinet meeting show U.S. President Donald Trump with his eyes closed, sparking fresh debate about his health and stamina. Details inside.
Video and photos from a December 2025 Cabinet meeting show President Donald Trump struggling to stay awake, sparking discussion about his energy levels and a visible hand injury.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum will attend the FIFA World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., highlighting the event's political and sporting significance for North America.
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary and Harvard president Larry Summers receives a lifetime ban from the American Economic Association following revelations of his communications with Jeffrey Epstein. Read the full story.
University of Saskatchewan President Peter Stoicheff shares insights as his 10-year term concludes. A look at his legacy and the future of the institution.
Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández is free after a Donald Trump pardon overturned his 45-year US drug trafficking sentence. His wife announced the release.
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez, convicted on drug charges, has been released from a U.S. prison after a pardon by former President Donald Trump. Get the full story on this controversial development.
Kurdistan Workers' Party demands release of imprisoned leader Abdullah Ocalan to advance peace process with Turkiye. Learn about the decades-long conflict and current developments.
Top Trump administration officials meet Ukrainian negotiators in Florida to broker Russia-Ukraine war end. Key Moscow talks with Putin planned this week amid ongoing attacks.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and envoy Witkoff engage in Ukraine peace talks as Trump administration intensifies diplomatic efforts to broker war resolution.
Donald Trump declared himself the 'affordability president,' citing massive drug price drops. However, his percentage claims defy economic logic. Read the analysis.
A leaked 28-point plan for the Russia-Ukraine war, drafted by Trump allies, is criticized as a 'Russian wish-list.' Get the latest analysis on the geopolitical fallout.
Former President Trump announces intention to pardon Juan Orlando Hernandez for 2024 drug trafficking sentence. Get the latest developments on this controversial decision.
University of Alberta professor David Marples analyzes why the proposed U.S. peace plan for ending the Russia-Ukraine war faces strong opposition from Ukraine. Learn the key sticking points.