Across 11 different democracies, politicians share a shockingly pessimistic view: They believe that their voters are uninformed, unreasonable, and short-sighted. In a paper recently published by ...

A prominent Indian comedian is standing by his right to make jokes after an angry mob attacked a comedy club where he had made an onstage jibe at a right-wing politician. Kunal Kamra, known for ...

President Donald Trump, in a late-night Friday memo, directed federal agencies to revoke security clearances for more than a dozen of his perceived political enemies, including former Vice ...

Both political parties offer quick-fix solutions to complex economic problems, particularly inflation, which disproportionately affects lower-income consumers. The Inflation Reduction Act ...

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Rachel Reeves is the least trusted politician when it comes to the economy, according to a poll. The Chancellor has been handed the dubious accolade just days before she is due to deliver a ...

The transit board is opting for a familiar colleague who could navigate Seattle politics, rather than a CEO from an outside transit agency. One option is an all-cuts transportation spending plan ...

March 27, 2025 • The news of the leak of life-and-death operational details to a reporter lands differently with veterans and active-duty troops, who can be prosecuted for much less significant ...

Last night cross-party politicians responded with fury. Labour MP Neil Coyle said: 'Many people in Florida and Texas speak Spanish but it would be idiotic and offensive to claim that they belong ...

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A political pundit has put forward that US Vice President JD Vance could usurp power from President Donald Trump due to his erratic policy shifts. Sky News' heavyweight Adam Boulton has implied ...

Since then it has hosted many high profile figures, from generals to journalists turning the Silivri prison into a political symbol. "Silivri is cold now" is a popular joke, referring to the ...