Cameroon’s Paul Biya: World’s oldest president is the favourite as he seeks an eighth term

House Republicans are in disarray as Speaker Mike Johnson cancels scheduled votes, while a House oversight subcommittee pushes forward with subpoenaing Ghislaine Maxwell—Jeffrey Epstein's longtime associate—to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, GOP leaders are using a press conference to highlight Trump-era policies, even as internal divisions simmer over how to handle the fallout from newly released Epstein documents.

The Australian Labor government is pushing forward with two key bills in Parliament today—one offering relief for student HECS debts and another focused on childcare safety. Meanwhile, Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley is staying out of the Nationals' leadership drama, keeping the spotlight on Labor's legislative moves.

Editor’s Note: Student debt and childcare are huge pain points for everyday Australians, so these bills could directly impact people's wallets and peace of mind. The HECS relief might ease financial pressure for graduates, while the childcare safety measures could reassure working parents. Ley's silence on Nationals infighting suggests the opposition is trying to avoid distractions—but Labor’s policies are the real story here.

Saskatchewan's crime severity score has dropped, which is a step in the right direction—but it still holds the dubious title of Canada's most crime-ridden province.

Editor’s Note: While any drop in crime is worth noting, Saskatchewan isn’t out of the woods yet. The province’s lingering top spot on the crime severity index suggests deeper systemic issues, like poverty or policing challenges, might still need tackling. For locals, it’s a mixed bag: slight progress, but no cause to celebrate just yet.

Barack Obama has publicly responded to Donald Trump’s demands for his prosecution, calling them "outrageous" and dismissing them as a political distraction. Obama’s office, which typically avoids engaging in such disputes, broke its usual silence to push back against Trump’s claims of an attempted "coup."

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another political spat—it’s a rare moment where a former president directly challenges his successor’s rhetoric, signaling escalating tensions. Obama’s response suggests he sees Trump’s attacks as dangerous and baseless, which could further polarize an already divided electorate. For voters, it’s a reminder of how deep the fractures in American politics run.

After weeks of tense talks that rattled Japan’s political and economic stability—even sparking rumors about Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation—Donald Trump has finally announced a major trade deal between the U.S. and Japan. Trump touted the agreement online, claiming Japan will ramp up investments, though specifics remain scarce.

Editor’s Note: Trade deals between major economies like the U.S. and Japan aren’t just about tariffs—they ripple through politics, markets, and even leadership stability. This agreement could ease Japan’s recent turmoil, but the devil’s in the details: will it actually deliver for both sides, or just kick tensions down the road?