politics

Political figures, histories, and current events in the whole scope of modern and past politics. Work place politics.

Israeli Airstrike Damages Medical Warehouses at Gaza Hospital, Raising Fears of Deepening Health Crisis
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza — A reported Israeli airstrike on the medicine warehouse of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah has intensified concerns over the collapse of Gaza's already fragile healthcare system, according to Palestinian health officials and local medical staff. The attack, which allegedly damaged pharmaceutical storage facilities and nearby hospital infrastructure, comes as medical resources across the enclave continue to dwindle after months of conflict.
By Sahby Mehalla2 months ago in Journal
25 Killed in Algeria Bus Crash as President Declares National Mourning and Vows Accountability
BOUMERDÈS, Algeria — At least 25 people were killed and 44 others injured after a passenger bus overturned in the northern Algerian province of Boumerdès on Friday, prompting President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to declare three days of national mourning and pledge that those found responsible would be held accountable.
By Sahby Mehalla2 months ago in Journal
Vindicated by Tabung Haji RCI, Rafizi Wants Tougher Law on Negligent Decision-Makers. AI-Generated.
Parti Bersama Malaysia (PBM) co-leader Rafizi Ramli has claimed full and unequivocal vindication following the public release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report on Tabung Haji. In a press conference held this afternoon, Rafizi stated that the findings have dismantled the narrative of slander propagated by his political opponents over the last ten years, confirming that his early warnings regarding the pilgrims’ fund board were not only accurate but prescient.
By Mark Lim 2 months ago in Journal
N9 Polls: 859,760 Voters Set to Cast Ballots in 16th State Election. AI-Generated.
The stage is set for one of the most closely watched state elections in recent memory as 859,760 registered voters , including 7,391 postal voters , prepare to head to the polls tomorrow to determine the composition of the 16th Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly. With 36 state seats up for grabs, the outcome will shape the state’s political direction for the next five years and serve as a critical barometer of national sentiment ahead of future general elections.
By Mark Lim 2 months ago in Journal
Trump Frames Tariffs and EV Rollbacks as Auto Industry Salvation at GM Proving Ground. AI-Generated.
President Donald Trump’s July 27 appearance at General Motors’ Milford Proving Ground in suburban Detroit was less a ceremonial ribbon-cutting and more a declaration of industrial policy. Standing before an audience of auto executives, suppliers, and workers, Trump cast his administration’s aggressive tariffs, elimination of electric vehicle incentives, and rollback of federal fuel economy standards not as political experiments, but as essential interventions to rescue and revitalize the U.S. auto sector. The speech arrived at a moment of acute tension for North American automakers, who are simultaneously adapting to shifting federal mandates, reconfiguring global supply chains, and investing billions in electrification amid uncertain consumer demand.
By Mark Lim 2 months ago in Journal
New Prime Minister Elected In The UK
Following Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation as Labour leader at the end of last month, the search began for a replacement. There had been months of internal pressure following poor local election results and declining poll ratings. To avoid any turbulence and make the transition to a new leader as smooth as possible he chose to vacate the post as party leader but stayed on as Prime Minister until his successor had been chosen.
By Ashish Prabhu2 months ago in Journal
The Side of Canada’s Refugee System We Ignore
I had heard stories before. People coming to Canada on fake documents, making refugee claims at the airport and finding ways to stay in the country. It is not exactly an unknown issue. But hearing about something from a distance is very different from watching it happen in front of you.
By Parvinder Nagra2 months ago in Journal
Sabah Backbencher Calls for Higher Diesel Quota in Rural Areas
Sabah State Legislative Assembly member for Kuamut, Datuk Masiung Banah, has called for the monthly BUDI Diesel quota for rural areas in the state to be increased from 200 to 500 litres, citing the vast distances, challenging terrain, and unique economic realities faced by residents in the interior.
By Mark Lim 2 months ago in Journal
South Korea's Trade Minister Is Rushing To Washington Right Before The US Decides On New Tariffs
South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan is heading to Washington this week for a trip that's arriving at a genuinely tense moment right as the US prepares to announce a decision that could raise tariff pressure on South Korean exports.
By Mark Lim 2 months ago in Journal
US, Mexico Resume USMCA Trade Talks as Trump Hits Canada with New Tariffs
U.S. and Mexican trade negotiators launched a third round of bilateral talks on Tuesday to try to revise the North American trade agreement, just as President Donald Trump said he would impose new duties on Canada. The talks, which exclude Canada, are set to run for three days and are the first formal discussions on changes to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement since the Trump administration declined to extend the six-year-old regional trade pact on July 1.
By Mark Lim 2 months ago in Journal
Social Work England: Who Regulates the Regulators? Why Accountability, Bristol Courts, and Public Confidence Matter
Published: 22/07/2026 Social Work England faces wider discussions around fitness to practise, social services accountability, Bristol Courts, Bristol City Council oversight, transparency, public confidence, MPs, Parliament, and regulatory accountability.
By Alex Ray3 months ago in Journal
“I Didn’t Buy a Big Car or a New BMW It’s an Old Government Vehicle”. AI-Generated.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stepped forward to address growing public discussion and circulating claims regarding the vehicles he uses, firmly denying allegations that he purchased a luxury BMW for personal use or misused state resources. Speaking openly during a gathering in Senggarang, Batu Pahat, Johor, the Prime Minister provided detailed explanations to set the record straight, emphasising transparency and accountability in the management of official assets.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal