With the expiration of the New START treaty, the final pillar of formal nuclear arms control between Washington and Moscow has collapsed. Amidst deep geopolitical rifts and rapid technological change, experts warn the world is entering a perilous new phase without agreed limits on the world's largest arsenals.
A new poll shows Hungary's centre-right Tisza party leading Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz ahead of April elections, while the far-right Our Homeland party is poised to enter parliament, signaling the most significant challenge to Orban's rule in over a decade.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirms the rising human toll from the prolonged freeze, with hypothermia suspected in most cases as the city battles historically low temperatures.
After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.
A team under Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard last spring conducted a forensic examination of Puerto Rico's electronic voting systems, sources tell Reuters. While the office cites cybersecurity risks, lawmakers question the legal basis for intelligence involvement in domestic election infrastructure.
A crowded and expensive Democratic primary in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District has erupted into a national battleground, with super PACs and ideological factions spending millions to influence the party's future ahead of a pivotal election year.
Shareholders of Atmos Energy (NYSE: ATO) have delivered a strong vote of confidence, approving all eight proposals at the annual meeting. The sweeping approvals include the election of the full board, ratification of the auditor, and key governance amendments, signaling smooth sailing for the natural gas utility's leadership and strategic direction.
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.
Once Thailand's dominant political force, the Pheu Thai party faces its toughest election yet. With its patriarch in prison and its populist appeal waning, the Shinawatra family's machine may no longer rule but remains a crucial power broker in the kingdom's fractured political landscape.
Federal Election Commission records show Senator Bernie Sanders allocated substantial campaign funds to private jet services during his nationwide 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, raising questions about the consistency of his climate advocacy.
President Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve marks a decisive shift toward market-driven policy and reinforces central bank independence, with immediate ripple effects across currency and commodity markets.
Despite a significant pullback erasing post-election gains, analysts point to potential regulatory clarity and monetary policy as keys to Bitcoin's next major surge.
Fox Corporation surpassed Wall Street's revenue forecasts for its fiscal second quarter, driven by robust advertising demand for Fox News and Major League Baseball playoffs, even without the boost of a major election cycle.
A heated Democratic primary in New Jersey has become a national proxy battle over immigration policy, with candidates clashing over the future of ICE and the political tone for the 2024 elections.
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block California's newly adopted congressional district map, a move seen as countering Republican redistricting efforts in Texas. The decision is expected to bolster Democratic prospects in the battle for control of the House of Representatives in the upcoming midterm elections.
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block California's newly drawn congressional districts, a decision that bolsters Democratic prospects to gain up to five House seats in the upcoming elections and intensifies the national battle over partisan redistricting.
Trader Joe's has claimed the top spot in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index, scoring 86 out of 100. Its strategy of limited selection, private-label goods, and consistent low prices—eschewing sales and loyalty programs—resonates with budget-conscious shoppers nationwide.
Fox Corporation reported a mixed second quarter, with overall profits declining despite revenue growth driven by its streaming service Tubi, cable networks, and sports pricing. The company faces headwinds from lower political ad revenue and TV ratings, even as it positions its live news and sports offerings for future election cycles.
Bitcoin's plunge to post-election lows underscores a deepening crisis, driven by regulatory uncertainty and shifting monetary policy expectations, with key firms like Strategy now facing critical tests.
Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen announces he will not seek re-election in April, choosing to dedicate his remaining term as Agriculture Minister to combating a historic foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.
