Russian President Vladimir Putin has apologized for erroneously claiming that German newspaper Sueddeutsche Zeitung was owned by Goldman Sachs. Vladimir Putin made the remark in his annual televised question-and-answer session with the public on April 14. It concerned who was responsible for the publication of the so-called Panama Papers, which were leaked to Sueddeutsche Zeitung… Continue reading Panama Papers: Vladimir Putin Apologizes for Sueddeutsche Zeitung Remarks
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Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Brazil’s Supreme Court Rejects Government Injunction
The Brazilian Supreme Court has upheld the result of an impeachment vote against President Dilma Rousseff. Dilma Rousseff, who says her opponents are plotting a “coup”, faces claims she manipulated government accounts. The president has vowed to fight to “the last minute” despite the desertion of three allied parties ahead of Sunday’s vote in the… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Brazil’s Supreme Court Rejects Government Injunction
Czechia: Czech Republic Plans to Change Name
The Czech Republic is planning to change its name to “Czechia” to make it easier for companies and sports teams to use it on products and clothing. The European country will retain its full name but Czechia will become the official short geographic name, as “France” is to “The French Republic”. If approved by parliament,… Continue reading Czechia: Czech Republic Plans to Change Name
Zimbabwe: Thousands Join Anti-Mugabe Protest in Harare
More than 2,000 of Zimbabweans have joined a protest against President Robert Mugabe in Harare. Zimbabwe’s opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai called for countrywide demonstrations against the deteriorating economy. The march went ahead after a ruling by the High Court. Police had initially denied permission. It is the biggest such protest in many years. “Mugabe has… Continue reading Zimbabwe: Thousands Join Anti-Mugabe Protest in Harare
Donald Trump Accuses Republican National Committee of Conspiring Against Him
Donald Trump has accused GOP’s leaders of conspiracy, saying they do not want him to win the presidential nomination. The system was “stacked” against him, the Republican frontrunner said in New York, accusing the Republican National Committee (RNC) of conspiring against him. Donald Trump’s comments come after his rival Ted Cruz was awarded all the… Continue reading Donald Trump Accuses Republican National Committee of Conspiring Against Him
Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Progressive Party Leaves Coalition Ahead of Vote
Brazil’s Progressive Party (PP) has announced it is quitting the governing coalition ahead of President Dilma Rousseff’s impeachment vote. The president is now dealing with a further blow to her bid to stave off impeachment. The PP said most of its 47 lawmakers would vote for Dilma Rousseff to be impeached. Last month the PMDB,… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Progressive Party Leaves Coalition Ahead of Vote
South Korea Elections 2016: Governing Saenuri Party Seeks to Strengthen Position
South Korea is voting to elect a new National Assembly with the governing Saenuri party eager to strengthen its position in parliament. The vote is seen as especially important for President Park Geun-hye, whose time in office has been hampered by legislative gridlock. Saenuri party hopes to win the three-fifths of seats needed before bills… Continue reading South Korea Elections 2016: Governing Saenuri Party Seeks to Strengthen Position
White House 2016: Paul Ryan Will Not Accept Republican Nomination
Paul Ryan has officially ruled out his 2016 presidential bid as Republican candidate. The Speaker of the House said: “I do not want, nor will I accept the Republican nomination.” Paul Ryan’s name was floated as a late contender if there is a contested convention in July, as doubts persist over the strength of the… Continue reading White House 2016: Paul Ryan Will Not Accept Republican Nomination
Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Congressional Committee Votes to Go Ahead with Proceedings
A Brazilian congressional committee voted to go ahead with President Dilma Rousseff impeachment proceedings. The 65-member committee voted 38 to 27 to recommend impeachment over claims Dilma Rousseff manipulated government accounts to hide a growing deficit. All eyes will now be on a full vote in the lower house on April 17 or 18. The… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Congressional Committee Votes to Go Ahead with Proceedings
John Kerry Becomes First US Secretary of State to Visit Hiroshima Memorial
John Kerry has become the most senior US official to visit the Hiroshima memorial in Japan, which commemorates the world’s first atomic bombing. Around 140,000 people were killed in Hiroshima when the US dropped its atomic bomb in 1945. John Kerry was joined by foreign ministers from the G7 group of nations who are holding… Continue reading John Kerry Becomes First US Secretary of State to Visit Hiroshima Memorial
Senior North Korean Spy Defects to South Korea
A senior North Korean spy has defected to South Korea, South Korean officials confirm. The officer has not been named, but the defense ministry in Seoul said he was a senior colonel in the Reconnaissance General Bureau and left in 2015. Announcement of defection follows revelation that 13 North Koreans believed to have been working… Continue reading Senior North Korean Spy Defects to South Korea
Kerala Fire: At Least 100 People Killed in Hindu Temple Fireworks Explosion
At least 100 people have been killed after fireworks sparked an explosion and blaze at a Hindu temple in the Indian state of Kerala, police say. The fireworks, which were to be used to celebrate a local new year festival, exploded about 03:30 AM local time, local media say. A building at the temple then… Continue reading Kerala Fire: At Least 100 People Killed in Hindu Temple Fireworks Explosion
White House 2016: Bernie Sanders Wins Wyoming Primary
Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders has won the Wyoming primaries after beating rival Hillary Clinton. The state’s 14 delegates will be awarded proportionally. Bernie Sanders has won seven of the latest eight states. However, Hillary Clinton maintains a clear lead in the overall race. Both are concentrating their efforts on the key New York primary… Continue reading White House 2016: Bernie Sanders Wins Wyoming Primary
Red Sea Bridge to Connect Saudi Arabia and Egypt
A bridge linking Saudi Arabia to Egypt will be built over the Red Sea, King Salman has announced. In a statement, King Salman of Saudi Arabia says the bridge would boost commerce between the two allies. The royal made the announcement on April 8 during the second day of his visit to Cairo. Saudi Arabia… Continue reading Red Sea Bridge to Connect Saudi Arabia and Egypt
White House 2016: Pope Francis Invites Bernie Sanders to Vatican
Bernie Sanders has been invited to the Vatican by Pope Francis, his campaign announced. The Vermont senator and Democratic presidential hopeful, who is Jewish, accepted an invitation to Rome for a conference at the end of next week. Bernie Sanders’ visit to the Vatican is four days before the primary contest in New York, a… Continue reading White House 2016: Pope Francis Invites Bernie Sanders to Vatican
Amoris Letitia: Pope Francis Publishes New Family Life Guidelines
Pope Francis has urged the Church to show more understanding of modern realities as he published new guidelines on family life. The document, based on two Synods on the issue, was eagerly awaited by the world’s 1.3 billion Roman Catholics. Entitled “The Joy of Love”, it does not change Catholic doctrine. The document opens the… Continue reading Amoris Letitia: Pope Francis Publishes New Family Life Guidelines
White House 2016: Hillary Clinton Responds to Bernie Sanders’ Comments
Democratic frontrunner Hillary Clinton has dismissed as “ridiculous” a charge by rival Bernie Sanders that she is “unqualified” to be president. Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders stood by his comments, pointing to Hillary Clinton’s Wall Street links and her vote for the war in Iraq. Bernie Sanders said Hillary Clinton started the latest war of words… Continue reading White House 2016: Hillary Clinton Responds to Bernie Sanders’ Comments
EU-Ukraine Partnership Deal Rejected by Netherlands Referendum
A referendum in the Netherlands has rejected an EU partnership deal to remove trade barriers with Ukraine. The referendum turnout was low, 32.2%, but above the 30% threshold for the vote to be valid. The deal was rejected by 61.1% of votes compared with 38% in favor. PM Mark Rutte said the government may have… Continue reading EU-Ukraine Partnership Deal Rejected by Netherlands Referendum
White House 2016: Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders Win Wisconsin Primary
Ted Cruz has won the Wisconsin primary for the Republican presidential nomination. In the Democratic race, Bernie Sanders scored a strong victory over Hillary Clinton in Wisconsin. Donald Trump is still the frontrunner in the Republican field, but could fall short of the number of delegates needed to secure the party’s nomination. His rivals have… Continue reading White House 2016: Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders Win Wisconsin Primary
Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson Resigns After Panama Leaks
Iceland’s PM Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson has resigned after the Panama Papers leaks shed an embarrassing spotlight on the world of offshore finance. The so-called Panama Papers leaked from Mossack Fonseca showed Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson owned an offshore company, Wintris, with his wife. Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson was accused of concealing millions of dollars’ worth of family assets. The agriculture… Continue reading Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson Resigns After Panama Leaks
Donald Trump Wants to Cut off Money Sent to Mexico
Donald Trump has said he would cut off money sent to Mexico to force them to pay for a border wall with the US. In a memo to the Washington Post, the Republican presidential hopeful says he would threaten to change a law to cut off cash transfers. The prospect of losing a vital source… Continue reading Donald Trump Wants to Cut off Money Sent to Mexico
Panama Leaks: Iceland’s PM Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson Calls for Parliament Dissolution
Iceland’s PM Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson has asked President Olafur Ragnar Grimsson to dissolve parliament after allegations he concealed millions of dollars worth of investments in an offshore company. The prime minister faced growing pressure over documents showing he and his wife owned offshore company Wintris. A big protest was held in front of parliament in Iceland… Continue reading Panama Leaks: Iceland’s PM Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson Calls for Parliament Dissolution
Jacob Zuma Impeachment: South African Parliament Debates Opposition’s Motion
The South African parliament is debating the impeachment of President Jacob Zuma after a court ruling against him in Nkandla private residence case. The impeachment motion is sponsored by the opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA). The DA says Jacob Zuma is unfit to govern after failing to repay public money used to upgrade his… Continue reading Jacob Zuma Impeachment: South African Parliament Debates Opposition’s Motion
Jakarta Runway Crash: Batik Air Plane Collides with TransNusa Aircraft during Takeoff
Two aircrafts collided at Halim Perdanakusuma airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, resulting in a wing bursting into flames. A Batik Air passenger plane was taking off when its wing clipped the tail of a TransNusa aircraft being towed across the runway. Indonesian authorities said there were no injuries in April 4 incident, and all passengers were… Continue reading Jakarta Runway Crash: Batik Air Plane Collides with TransNusa Aircraft during Takeoff
Panama Tax Leak: Mossack Fonseca Documents Reveal World Leaders’ Tax Havens
Eleven million documents have been leaked from one of the world’s most secretive companies, Panamanian law firm Mossack Fonseca. The confidential documents have revealed how the rich and powerful use tax havens to hide their wealth. They show how Mossack Fonseca has helped clients launder money, dodge sanctions and evade tax. The company says it… Continue reading Panama Tax Leak: Mossack Fonseca Documents Reveal World Leaders’ Tax Havens