North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held a rare joint meeting of party, state, and military officials to publicly denounce former major general Pak Hui-chol for corruption. Pak is accused of a four-year scheme involving selling promotions, taking bribes, and embezzling state funds.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court denied a conservative activist's attempt to access guardianship records, ruling they are not public. The activist sought records to identify potentially ineligible voters, aiming to challenge election integrity.
Marine Le Pen condamnée à 45 mois d'inéligibilité, 3 ans de prison dont 1 an ferme et 100.000 euros d'amende pour détournement de fonds publics européens. Le RN écope de 2 millions d'euros d'amende.
Une néonazie allemande transgenre, Marla-Svenja Liebich, a été déboutée en appel en République tchèque, confirmant son extradition vers l'Allemagne où elle est soupçonnée d'avoir simulé une transition pour purger une peine dans une prison pour femmes.
The US Department of Energy has removed approximately 6,000 web pages on energy conservation, including topics like water conservation and solar energy. This action, occurring during a heatwave, follows Republican criticism of a mayor's request to conserve energy. Archivists are working to preserve the deleted content.
Republicans are challenging a longstanding ban on mass voter roll purges within 90 days of a federal election. The Supreme Court will review a case from Arizona that could narrow the scope of this "quiet period," with legal experts concerned about potential impacts on eligible voters.
China's National People's Congress removed six senior military officers and two political figures, including former Politburo member Ma Xingrui and ex-financial regulator Li Yunze, from their lawmaker positions. This action is seen as part of President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption campaign targeting the country's establishment.
Le président polonais a retiré la plus haute distinction du pays à Volodymyr Zelensky, une décision critiquée par l'Ukraine comme une "erreur stratégique" qui pourrait nuire aux relations bilatérales.
La Chine tempère l'optimisme américain concernant un accord avec l'Iran, avertissant que la prochaine phase des négociations sera "plus difficile". Pékin semble vouloir prolonger le conflit pour détourner l'attention des États-Unis de l'Asie-Pacifique, tout en affirmant soutenir une "paix durable". La réouverture d'Ormuz et la survie du régime iranien sont vues comme positives pour l'économie mondiale, malgré un répit tactique pour Téhéran.
Dominique Costa, surnommé "Mimi", un chef mafieux corse, a été condamné à un an de prison et 100 000 euros d'amende pour fraude aggravée aux subventions agricoles européennes. Il devra aussi verser 110 000 euros de dommages et intérêts et se voit interdire toute activité agricole.
Dominique Costa, surnommé "Mimi", a été condamné à un an de prison et 100 000 euros d'amende pour fraude aggravée aux subventions de la PAC. Il devra aussi verser 110 000 euros de dommages et intérêts et se voit interdire toute activité agricole.
Le journaliste français Christophe Gleizes, emprisonné en Algérie, a reçu une question symbolique lors d'une conférence de presse de l'équipe de France et une accréditation de la Fifa pour la Coupe du Monde 2026. Sa famille médiatise son cas, espérant une grâce présidentielle.
Donald Trump's ambitions are characterized as small and ego-driven, contrasting with grander civilizational projects. His 80th birthday was marked by a UFC cage fight hosted at the White House, a spectacle of violence and taxpayer expense.
Geely Auto plans to restructure assets to eliminate excess capacity and enhance global competitiveness in its battle with BYD. The company aims to become a stronger, larger automaker with improved systemic development, governance, and international presence.
Workers removed Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington DC after a judge rejected an emergency appeal. The removal followed a legal challenge arguing the name was illegally added, with a judge ruling only Congress can change the venue's name.
Workers removed Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center facade early Saturday after a judge rejected an emergency appeal to block the removal. The name was added last December by Trump's board but a judge ruled it was illegally added, ordering its removal.
Spotify removed over 57,000 podcasts advertising illegal online pharmacies after pressure from Senator Hassan's office and news reports. The company's actions were criticized as a moderation failure, with a report noting Spotify only acted after scrutiny and did not report the activity to law enforcement.
The US Justice Department is removing news releases about Jan 6 prosecutions, labeling them 'partisan propaganda.' This follows a journalist's observation, with the department confirming the action. A $1.776 billion fund for 'unjustly investigated' Trump allies has also been announced.
The Department of Justice is removing news releases about January 6th riot prosecutions, labeling them 'partisan propaganda.' This move by the Trump administration aims to rewrite the history of the Capitol assault. A new fund is also being established to compensate Trump allies.
Tulsi Gabbard, directrice du renseignement national, a annoncé sa démission le 22 mai, invoquant des raisons familiales liées au cancer de son mari. Elle quittera ses fonctions fin juin, malgré les éloges publics de Donald Trump.
Donald Trump's second term has seen unprecedented purges within his administration. Key figures in the military, justice, intelligence, and labor departments have been dismissed or forced to resign, often replaced by more compliant individuals.
Donald Trump's second term (starting Jan 2025) has seen widespread purges within his administration. Key figures like Lori Chavez-DeRemer (Labor Secretary), Kristi Noem (Homeland Security), FBI Director Christopher Wray, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, NSA Director Timothy Haugh, and CDC interim director Jim O’Neill have been dismissed or resigned amid scandals and political shifts.
OpenAI and Sam Altman win a major lawsuit against Elon Musk, paving the way for a $1tn IPO. Meanwhile, Nvidia's chip sales to China remain uncertain after Trump's visit, and a tech conference highlights skepticism towards big tech and a focus on open-source AI.
L'ancien Premier ministre thaïlandais Thaksin Shinawatra, qui purgeait depuis septembre une peine d'un an pour corruption, est sorti de prison lundi. Il devra porter un bracelet électronique pendant sa période de probation de quatre mois.
