Author: Andrew Rogers

Japan is now facing a period of political uncertainty after the ruling coalition lost its majority in the upper house of parliament. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has promised to stay in office despite the election setback. Although the upper house election result does not directly remove Ishiba’s coalition from power, it adds more pressure. Many voters are unhappy with rising living costs and have started to support newer, populist parties instead. This shift shows that Ishiba’s plan to lower prices has not worked fast enough to win public trust. The election took place on Sunday. Early results suggest the ruling…

Iraq has approved a major agreement with the Kurdistan Regional Government to restart oil exports from the north. This move comes after long delays and disputes over oil revenue and control. The decision was made in a special cabinet session led by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. Under the new deal, the Kurdistan Region will supply oil through Iraq’s national export company, SOMO. In return, the federal government will pay the KRG $16 for every barrel delivered. This payment can be made in cash or as goods. At least 230,000 barrels must be sent daily to SOMO under the agreement.…

Federal Deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro is facing a critical deadline. His 120-day leave of absence from the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies will end this Sunday. If he does not return to Brazil after that, his absence will be marked as unjustified. This may result in the loss of his mandate. According to congressional rules, a federal deputy cannot miss more than one-third of the House plenary sessions without valid reason. Eduardo Bolsonaro, who represents São Paulo, had requested the leave in March, citing “personal interests” for 120 days and “health treatment” for two additional days. At the time of his request,…

The Most Reverend Israel Afolabi Amoo, Archbishop of Kwara Province and Bishop of New Bussa Diocese, has urged all government levels in Nigeria to act swiftly to prevent the country from descending into anarchy. This call comes amid ongoing ethno-religious and political conflicts shaking the nation. Delivering his message during the first session of the sixth synod at All Saints Cathedral, New Bussa, Bishop Amoo emphasized the need to address Nigeria’s worsening sociopolitical problems. He warned that the persistent violence and unrest threaten national peace and security. “Religious, ethnic, and political crises continue despite efforts to stop them,” Bishop Amoo…

Nigerian voters have a clear constitutional right to join election petitions, a fact often ignored in the country’s electoral dispute system. Unlike Nigeria, Kenya has made major strides to protect the rights of ordinary citizens in challenging election irregularities. This article explores these differences and the legal basis supporting Nigerian voters’ rights to participate in election petitions. In April 2017, Kenya witnessed a landmark ruling that changed its presidential election process. Maina Kiai, a lawyer and human rights advocate, was not a politician or candidate but an ordinary citizen. From 2003, Kiai chaired Kenya’s National Human Rights Commission and later…

Leaders from the European Union will visit Beijing for an important summit as global power dynamics continue to shift. At the heart of this meeting are rising trade and security tensions between China and the EU. China sees this as a chance to strengthen its position on the world stage, especially after recent policy changes in the United States. While China aims to expand global partnerships, EU officials are expected to voice concerns over trade imbalances, human rights, and the country’s growing ties with Russia. The summit comes at a time when the EU is reviewing its approach to China.…

As a mother and lifelong resident of New York City, I never imagined I would be afraid to send my children to college. Like many parents, I once dreamed of watching them walk through the gates of Columbia University. That dream has since become a nightmare. In recent years, Columbia, one of America’s most respected universities, has become a center for what can only be called radical activism. This shift is not just about campus protests or free speech. It is about a deeper problem where support for violence is disguised as political expression. On Columbia’s campus, chants like “Glory…

Tasmania has entered a new era in politics, where minority governments are becoming the usual outcome. This trend continued in the recent state election, held just 16 months after the last one — the shortest gap between state polls in Australia since 1957. Many voters have faced election fatigue. Some Tasmanians have gone to the polls five times in less than two years. Despite this, there is a clear shift in how people are voting. The major parties are losing ground, and new political players are gaining attention. The Labor opposition had hoped for better results. However, with nearly 75%…

The Senate passed Bill C-5 without any changes. The House of Commons had approved it days earlier. Many are concerned about how fast this bill became law. It was pushed through with only a day and a half of committee review. This is much shorter than the usual process, which often takes months. There was no time for public feedback. Indigenous communities, in particular, say they were ignored, even though the law may affect their land and rights. This has raised serious questions. Did Parliament lose its role in the lawmaking process? Critics say Prime Minister Mark Carney and his…

Zohran Mamdani’s unexpected victory in New York City’s Democratic primary for mayor has sparked new conversations in Muslim and South Asian communities across the U.S. Many families who once pushed their children into careers like medicine or engineering are now considering politics as a possible path. Mamdani’s rise is not only historic because he could become the city’s first Muslim and Asian American mayor. It also shows that the definition of American political leadership is changing. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, Mamdani moved to the U.S. at age seven and became a citizen in 2018. His identity, combined with…