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Putin says he is glad to celebrate Victory Day among friends, reliable partners
I am sincerely glad to celebrate this holiday among friends and reliable partners, the Russian leader said while addressing guests at the reception
Video: Yogi Adityanath gifts saffron gamcha to Suvendu Adhikari at his oath-taking
Video Yogi Adityanath gifts saffron gamcha to Suvendu Adhikari at his oathtaking
Russia has never divided Victory into ‘ours’ and ‘others’ — Putin
That is why we honor the contribution of all soldiers of the anti-Hitler coalition, members of the resistance, partisans and underground fighters, the president said
शुभेंदु अधिकारी के शपथ लेते ही ममता बनर्जी ने बदला सोशल मीडिया प्रोफाइल, पर नहीं लिखा 'पूर्व CM'
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How the election results made history and set new records
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The war on Iran will likely end in American retreat
The American empire cannot win the war against Iran at acceptable financial, military, and political costs.
Slovak Prime Minister arrives at Kremlin for Victory Day celebrations
Fico’s motorcade arrived at the Kremlin, where he was greeted by an honor guard and an orchestra at the red carpet
Early results show One Nation on track to win Farrer byelection
Initial counting shows David Farley with a clear lead ahead of independent Michelle Milthorpe as Coalition support tanksGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne Nation appeared on track for its first ever lower house victory on Saturday night, with early results showing Pauline Hanson’s insurgent party taking the lead in the Farrer byelection.Irrigator David Farley looked well placed to beat independent Michelle Milthorpe in the closely watched race, confirming One Nation’s...
Reform UK will never take voters for granted, Yusuf says
Reform UK will never take voters for granted, Yusuf saysJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJoshua NevettPolitical reporterPA MediaReform UK will "never take voters for granted", its home affairs spokesman has said, after the party made major gains in elections across England, Scotland and Wales.Zia Yusuf said the party would "welcome scrutiny" of its record following what he described as a "historic set of results for the country".Reform UK has gained more t...
TTV Dhinakaran alleges Vijay's TVK shared AI video, forged letter to claim support
TTV Dhinakaran alleges Vijays TVK shared AI video forged letter to claim support
Plaid Cymru eyes up prospects for Welsh Government as Labour licks its wounds
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Vijay-VCK deal finalised? EPS's cryptic post adds new twist to power battle
VijayVCK deal finalised EPSs cryptic post adds new twist to power battle
‘Everyone has a breaking point’: the immigration judges at the sharp end of Trump’s deportation drive
Judges have been fired or taken buyouts, and those remaining say they toe the government lineDavid Koelsch, a former immigration judge based in Maryland, was in Minneapolis visiting his mother and sister the day Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents. He drove to Nicollet Avenue, parked a few blocks away, and walked toward the scene.“I didn’t go there to protest. I didn’t bring a sign. I didn’t bring anything. I just went to stand and bear witness,” Koelsch said. Continue reading...
National mood is against Republicans, but redistricting could help prop them up
The national political landscape looks bad for President Trump and Republicans, but recent wins in the redistricting fight could soften the blow they might have suffered without them. (Image credit: Win McNamee)
IN BRIEF: Key statements from Vladimir Putin’s speech during the Victory Day parade
He stressed that Russia sacredly honors the legacy and commandments of the soldiers who secured victory
Donald Trump congratulates SNP leader John Swinney but doesn't heap praise on Nigel Farage
US President Donald Trump has congratulated John Swinney following the Scottish National Party's fifth consecutive election win. Mr Trump, who proudly boasts about his mother's Scottish roots, said: “Congratulations to John Swinney on winning his Re-Election for First Minister of Scotland.“He is a good man, who worked very hard, along with the King and Queen of the United Kingdom, with respect to Tariff relief for Great Scottish Whiskey — and deserves this Big Electoral Victory! President DONALD...
2026 elections: The results in maps and charts
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POCSO case against Union minister Bandi Sanjay's son; he files counter FIR
Union minister's son, Bandi Bageerath, was booked in a POCSO case for allegedly harassing a 17-year-old girl. Simultaneously, he filed a complaint against the girl and her parents, accusing them of honey-trapping him and demanding Rs 5 crore to drop the allegations.
Keir Starmer desperately clings on as chorus of Labour MPs demanding he set out resignation timetable surges - but his deputy says leadership challenge will make party look 'ludicrous'
Keir Starmer desperately clings on as chorus of Labour MPs demanding he set out resignation timetable surges - but his deputy says leadership challenge will make party look 'ludicrous'By CHRISTIAN CALGIE, SENIOR POLITICAL CORRESPONDENT-AT-LARGE Published: 09:38, 9 May 2026 | Updated: 09:41, 9 May 2026 e-mail View comments
SNP MSP Stephen Gethins urges parties to ‘listen to the voters’ on independence
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