Policy & Law

Artemis II Astronauts Return to Houston After Record-Breaking Moon Mission

The four-person crew traveled 252,756 miles from Earth, the farthest any human has ventured into deep space since Apollo.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Cuba's President Díaz-Canel Says Island Would 'Die' to Defend Against U.S. Invasion

In first American broadcast interview, Cuban leader rejects U.S. demands on political prisoners and elections while urging dialogue with Trump administration.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Eric Swalwell Accused of Paying Nanny With Campaign Funds While She Lacked Work Authorization

Complaints filed with Department of Labor and Homeland Security allege campaign funds were used to pay an undocumented babysitter; Swalwell denies the allegations

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Hungary's Viktor Orbán Concedes Defeat, Ending 16 Years in Power

Exit polls show Péter Magyar's Tisza movement on track for two-thirds majority, potentially allowing constitutional reforms.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Iraq Elects Kurdish Politician Nizar Amidi as President Amid War Fallout

The election of a Kurdish leader comes as Iraq navigates ongoing regional conflict and political uncertainty.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Is Viktor Orban's Long Rule Coming to an End?

Hungary's prime minister has governed for 16 years, but mounting EU pressure and domestic opposition signals point to potential political shift.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Attributes Nazi Tattoo, Past Comments to Military Culture

Platner, polling ahead of Gov. Janet Mills in the Democratic primary, faced backlash for a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol and prior social media posts.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

One Dead, Others Injured After Multiple Gunmen Open Fire in Chick-fil-A

At least six people were shot at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, on Saturday evening.

By James Callahan · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Record Turnout Expected as Parliamentary Election in Hungary Gets Under Way

Voter participation reached 54.98% by 1 p.m., nearly 15 points higher than the same point in the 2022 election, with 7.5 million eligible voters casting ballots.

By James Callahan · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Tax Day Is This Week: Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes That Can Cost You Money

From filing status errors to missed deductions, tax experts warn that simple oversights can trigger IRS delays, penalties, and smaller refunds.

By James Callahan · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read