A 'fun' superstar stuns rivals and reshapes politics in an Indian state
A 'fun' superstar stuns rivals and reshapes politics in an Indian state2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSudha G TilakDelhiAFP via Getty ImagesPictures of Vijay being sold outside a counting station in Tamil Nadu on MondayFilm star-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay is on the cusp of history in Tamil Nadu state. On Monday, his political party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) defied all naysayers to almost sweep the state election, marking a break in the established political or...
'I am their next target': Raghav Chadha alleges 'vendetta politics' by Punjab govt
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Ministers announce £1m for Jewish communities ahead of antisemitism talks
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Most Americans are opposed to Trump naming government buildings after himself while in office, poll shows
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsMost Americans are opposed to Trump naming government buildings after himself while in office, poll showsOnly 9 percent of Americans said it would be acceptable for Trump to name government buildings after himself while serving as presidentRachel Dobkin in New York Tuesday 05 May 2026 05:10 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"...
‘She’s terrible’: Trump blasts CBS News correspondent Norah O’Donnell in latest attack against women reporters
NewsWorldAmericasUS politics‘She’s terrible’: Trump blasts CBS News correspondent Norah O’Donnell in latest attack against women reportersO’Donnell drew Trump’s ire during an interview about the suspect accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner Rachel Dobkin in New York Tuesday 05 May 2026 04:11 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":...
‘Democracy, not fear, won’:PM hails historic mandate
“This election has clearly shown that West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala ousted governments that had one thing in common, divisive politics,” the PM said.| India News
Supreme Court lets Louisiana redistricting ruling take effect immediately
Politics Supreme Court lets Louisiana redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry words between Alito and Jackson By Joe Walsh Joe Walsh Senior Editor, Politics Joe Walsh is a senior editor for digital politics at CBS News. Joe previously covered breaking news for Forbes and local news in Boston. Read Full Bio Joe Walsh May 4, 2026 / 10:36 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The Supreme Court on Monday allowed last week's landmark decision striking down Louisiana's congress...
2026 verdicts flag limits of dynastic politics
For regional parties, most of whom are also family-led enterprises, the message is sharper. It is a warning of how not to run their parties.| India News
2 U.S. Navy destroyers transit Strait of Hormuz after dodging Iranian onslaught
Politics 2 U.S. Navy destroyers transit Strait of Hormuz after dodging Iranian onslaught By James LaPorta James LaPorta National security coordinating producer James LaPorta is the national security coordinating producer for the CBS News' Washington bureau. He is a former U.S. Marine veteran infantryman and veteran of the Afghanistan war. Read Full Bio James LaPorta May 4, 2026 / 8:43 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — Two U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hor...
Trump says Iran 'better hope' ceasefire remains in effect as Tehran warns US of getting 'dragged back into quagmire'
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Tamil Nadu: How Vijay beat Stalin - five factors that spelt doom for DMK this time
M.K. Stalin faced a significant political shock with his party's defeat and his personal drubbing in Kolathur. Superstar C. Joseph Vijay's entry, anti-incumbency, federalism debates, underestimation of Vijay, and dynastic politics charges upended DMK's expectations. Despite Stalin's governance record, young voters opted for change, signaling a potential turning point for Tamil Nadu politics.
A star is born in Tamil Nadu politics: Quiet, introverted, persistent
Vijay's transformation from a shy child star to a perseverant cinematic icon is not just a tale of talent, but a narrative of determination that now propels him towards a political career. His formative years, filled with challenges and triumphs exemplified by the hit 'Poove Unakkaga,' reveal a spirit that refuses to wane.
Cheap, plentiful energy is more important than climate-first strategy, says Tony Blair
NewsUKUK PoliticsCheap, plentiful energy is more important than climate-first strategy, says Tony BlairThe former PM says that decarbonisation is ‘essential’, but cannot be ‘pursued in isolation’Kate Devlin Tuesday 05 May 2026 00:01 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"...
Here’s why the Trump administration is blaming Biden for Spirit Airlines collapsing on its watch
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsHere’s why the Trump administration is blaming Biden for Spirit Airlines collapsing on its watchSpirit Airlines announced Saturday that it was winding down operations after failing to emerge from bankruptcyRachel Dobkin in New York Monday 04 May 2026 23:28 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove...
Trump's Indiana revenge tour sparks an ad avalanche: From the Politics Desk
Indiana airwaves have been inundated with nearly $12 million in spending heading into tomorrow’s primary, according to AdImpact, transforming a series of typically sleepy state legislative contests into some of the most heated elections of the cycle.
‘I’m no Amy Poehler’: Judge declines to immediately stop Trump’s takeover of DC golf course
NewsWorldAmericasUS politics‘I’m no Amy Poehler’: Judge declines to immediately stop Trump’s takeover of DC golf courseThe D.C. judge referenced actor Amy Poehler’s hit show Parks and Recreation when deciding to continue necessary renovations at East Potomac Golf LinksRachel Dobkin in New York Monday 04 May 2026 21:40 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"...
Judge apologizes to accused White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter and makes Jan. 6 comparison
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsJudge apologizes to accused White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter and makes Jan. 6 comparisonThe judge presiding over the attempted assassination case against Cole Tomas Allen apologized for the ‘disturbing’ treatment the suspect had experienced in jailJosh Marcus in San Francisco Monday 04 May 2026 21:20 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Cop...
John Roberts and the Supreme Court handed Trump a lifeline ahead of the midterm elections
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsanalysisJohn Roberts and the Supreme Court handed Trump a lifeline ahead of the midterm electionsRepublicans go full-steam ahead on redistricting after the death of the Voting Rights Act, Eric Garcia writes, while even the most outspoken progressives offer only tepid support on their sideMonday 04 May 2026 20:44 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"C...
Trump says US has struck seven Iranian boats as tensions resume in Strait of Hormuz
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