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France’s Court of Appeal to rule on Le Pen conviction – what it’s all about
The far-right leader could be prevented from running for president in 2027 if embezzlement charges are upheld.
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Impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte begins
Senate trial outcome could permanently bar Duterte from office, shaking her frontrunner status for the 2028 election.
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UK’s Farage’s gold deal tests his populist brand as Restore Britain rises
As another far-right party gains ground, scrutiny of Farage’s outside earnings challenges his anti-establishment image.
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Philippine Vice President Duterte’s impeachment trial begins: What we know
Duterte faces charges of mishandling government funds and making threats during rift with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Is the US really preparing to drop Israel?
With relations between Israel and the US fraught, some are speculating whether special relationship may be at an end.
Venezuelan leader marks Independence Day with message of ‘no social unrest’
Interim President Delcy Rodriguez once again defends her government’s handling of the deadly earthquakes on June 24.
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America at 250: Democracy’s greatest experiment?
Chris Hedges reflects on 250 years of US independence – the nation’s ideals, contradictions, and what it has become.
Published On 5 Jul 2026
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Lawmaker McGovern: Americans need to ‘fight for the soul’ of the US
The left is rising because Americans ‘want more from the Democrats’, US Representative Jim McGovern argues.
Published On 5 Jul 2026
Reform UK’s Farage failed to disclose funds from convicted criminal: Report
George Cottrell provided funds for Reform UK leader’s security, drivers, staff and accommodation, Sunday Times reports.
This immigrant served in the US military. Now he faces deportation
Benito Miranda Hernandez completed three tours during the Iraq war but now faces removal from the US to Mexico.
White nationalists march in Washington, DC, area during July 4 festivities
Donald Trump has faced condemnation for failing to forcefully reject white nationalists during his presidency.
