Republican Senator Roger Wicker has formally objected to the Trump administration's plan to establish a large-scale ICE detention facility in Byhalia, Mississippi, warning it lacks local support and could stifle economic development.
As the national death toll from Winter Storm Fern reaches 85, Mississippi remains a focal point of recovery efforts with hundreds of thousands still without power. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited the state, highlighting changes to federal disaster response protocols.
Procter & Gamble is providing essential services to Mississippi communities recovering from a severe winter storm while concurrently launching a regionally focused Super Bowl advertising campaign for its Zevo and Spruce brands, blending corporate social responsibility with strategic marketing.
Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) has formally opposed a Homeland Security plan to establish a large-scale immigration detention facility in his state, highlighting tensions within the GOP over the practical implementation of federal immigration enforcement.
From a record-breaking public health crisis in South Carolina to a stunning archaeological find in Mexico, here are the major developments you need to know this afternoon, alongside a look at how global politics is reshaping daily life from Havana to your local coffee shop.
A sweeping new Gallup survey reveals a stark transatlantic divide: while the world frets over the economy, Americans and Taiwanese cite political dysfunction as their top national ill.
While Nvidia's China sales await a regulatory green light, a deeper shift is underway. The AI boom's next phase is being constrained by power management, memory, and advanced packaging, reshaping value across the semiconductor landscape and turning mature foundries into critical enablers.
The United States has sharply criticized South Africa's decision to expel Israel's top envoy, framing the move as counterproductive. The diplomatic rift follows Pretoria's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice and marks a further deterioration in bilateral ties.
In an exclusive interview, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addresses the state of his relationship with cousin Caroline Kennedy following the death of her daughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, last December. The tragedy unfolds against a backdrop of deep political rifts within America's most storied political dynasty.
As Jerome Powell prepares to hand over the reins, his public counsel to a successor underscores the delicate balance between central bank independence and democratic accountability. With Kevin Warsh named as his replacement, the Fed may be poised for a significant shift in philosophy and approach.
Despite political instability, Libya's low production costs and proximity to key markets are drawing major investment, while Venezuela's vast reserves remain hamstrung by economic and geopolitical hurdles.
With his term winding down, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell offered rare, pointed advice to his eventual successor during a recent press conference, emphasizing the imperative of maintaining the central bank's independence from political influence.
As the S&P 500 hovers near record highs, a confluence of factors—stretched valuations, the economic impact of tariffs, and the uncertainty of midterm elections—points to heightened volatility and potential downturns in 2026, historical analysis suggests.
Global equities showed tentative signs of stabilization Wednesday following a sharp, AI-driven selloff, while rising U.S.-Iran tensions lifted oil prices and bargain hunters returned to precious metals.
From electric cars and space rockets to social media and brain chips, Elon Musk's ambitions are as vast as his wealth. As he consolidates his empire and wades deeper into political waters, we examine the man behind the headlines—a figure of monumental achievement, relentless controversy, and unparalleled influence.
A recently restored angel fresco in a historic Roman church, which drew controversy for its striking likeness to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has been altered overnight following a directive from Vatican officials. The incident ignited a debate over the intersection of art, politics, and sacred spaces.
A Rome parish priest has ordered the removal of a restored angel fresco bearing the likeness of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, following criticism from church officials and political opponents. The controversial image, which drew crowds away from prayer, has been painted over, reigniting debates over art, politics, and sacred spaces.
The Washington Post informed staff of significant layoffs and operational cuts Wednesday, including the closure of its Sports desk and daily podcast, as the newsroom grapples with financial pressures and a strategic pivot toward politics coverage.
Former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva's return to frontline politics is galvanizing Thailand's oldest party, the Democrats, injecting new uncertainty into a snap election and appealing to voters frustrated by limited choices.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the once heir-apparent to his father Muammar Gaddafi's regime and a complex figure in Libya's turbulent post-revolution politics, has been killed in western Libya, close associates confirm, closing a tumultuous chapter in the country's history.
