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Watch: Kaine questions Caine about legal justification of U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats

Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine questioned chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine about legal justification of U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean Sea, and then asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about the Iran war reaching the 60-day deadline set by the War Powers Resolution of 1973. Hegseth claimed the ceasefire paused the clock for the deadline.

Louisiana suspends House primaries for May 16 elections

Politics Louisiana suspends House primaries for May 16 following Supreme Court ruling, other races will go on scheduled By Aaron Navarro Aaron Navarro Digital Reporter Aaron Navarro is a CBS News digital reporter. He covered the 2024 elections and was previously an associate producer for the CBS News political unit in the 2021 and 2022 election cycles. Read Full Bio Aaron Navarro Updated on: April 30, 2026 / 3:05 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry...

चीन की 'बैसाखियों' पर उछला पाकिस्तान, 'हंगोर' पनडुब्बी को नौसेना में किया शामिल

From doorstop in an industrial estate to The Louvre and Los Angeles, this '£3m' marble bust looks to have finally found a permanent home in the Highlands

From doorstop in an industrial estate to The Louvre and Los Angeles, this '£3m' marble bust looks to have finally found a permanent home in the HighlandsClick here to visit the Scotland home page for the latest news and sportBy CLAIRE ELLIOT FOR THE SCOTTISH DAILY MAIL Published: 19:56, 30 April 2026 | Updated: 19:56, 30 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Vijay's TVK will be single largest party in Tamil Nadu: Axis My India exit poll

Vijays TVK will be single largest party in Tamil Nadu Axis My India exit poll

'बैलेट बॉक्स की छंटनी की जा रही थी, EVM पूरी तरह सुरक्षित...', TMC के आरोपों पर चुनाव आयोग का जवाब

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Trump says Starmer should ‘learn to deal like the King’ in latest jibe after US state visit

NewsUKUK PoliticsTrump says Starmer should ‘learn to deal like the King’ in latest jibe after US state visitThe US president said he was unsure if the state visit will repair his fraught relationship with the prime minister Holly Evans Thursday 30 April 2026 19:56 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComm...

Bengal elections: After V-Day, focus shifts from poll booths to EVM strong rooms

Kolkata's 22 strong rooms are under a robust three-layered security system involving CAPF and Kolkata Police, with 1,500 personnel on duty per shift. Across the state, over 200 CAPF companies and 7,500 Bengal Police personnel are safeguarding 294 strong rooms and 77 counting centres. Strict protocols are in place to prevent unauthorized access and maintain peace on counting day.

Trump hails Charles as ‘greatest king in my book’ as state visit draws to close

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Iran’s New Leader Pledges to Guard Nuclear and Missile Tech

 Iran’s new supreme leader gave a rare statement on Thursday, vowing not to give up the country’s nuclear or missile technologies and signaling Tehran would keep control of the Strait of Hormuz. Natasha Hall, Associate Fellow at Chatham House joins to discuss on Balance of Power. (Source: Bloomberg)

Senators Ban Themselves From Prediction Markets as Insider Trading Concerns Grow

Senators voted on April 30 to restrict themselves from prediction markets as there is an increasing concern in the potential for insider trading by government officials, CNBC reports. The platforms, like Kalshi and Polymarket, are quickly growing in popularity as a way to effectively bet on the results on scores of outcomes, spanning from sporting […]

US Senate Bans Members, Staff From Trading on Prediction Markets

The US Senate voted unanimously Thursday to ban its members and staff from trading on fast-growing prediction markets, highlighting concerns about insider trading on the platforms after a US soldier was accused of using classified information to profit from trades.

US House passes bill funding much of DHS, ending agency’s longest shutdown

Bipartisan measure includes funding for Secret Service and TSA, but excludes immigration enforcement operationsPartial government shutdown ends after Congress votes to fund DHS The US House of Representatives has voted to fund much of the Department of Homeland Security – excluding immigration enforcement operations – and end the longest government agency shutdown in history.The deal struck on Thursday aims to draw a line under a 75-day impasse that had threatened airport chaos and exposed fresh...

Johnson touts passage of DHS funding bill despite GOP's "razor-thin, historically small majority"

The House approved a Senate bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, signaling an end to the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history. CBS News' Nicole Sganga, Ed O'Keefe and Nikole Killion have the latest.

Senator tells Hegseth to ‘get over it’ in heated exchange after latest ‘gotcha moment’ rant

NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsHegseth told to ‘get over it’ in heated exchange with senator after latest ‘gotcha moment’ rantThe contentious budget hearing comes as the U.S. war against Iran passes the 60-day markAndrew Feinberg in Washington, D.C. Thursday 30 April 2026 19:52 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"...

FEMA is welcoming back 15 whistleblowers placed on leave during Kristi Noem's tenure

Politics NewsFEMA is welcoming back 15 whistleblowers placed on leave during Kristi Noem's tenureThe decision to allow the employees to return to work marks the latest sign of the new DHS leadership breaking from the more aggressive policies pushed by Noem.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00The Federal Emergency Management Agency in Washington, D.C.Kayla Bartkowski / Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 30, 2026, 2:34 PM EDTBy Laura StricklerFEMA has welcomed b...

Watch: GOP Sen. Ernst criticizes Hegseth for firing Army chief of staff

GOP Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for his decision to fire Army Chief of Staff Randy A. George. Hegseth appeared before a Senate committee to discuss the Pentagon's 2027 budget request.

Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism

Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism17 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleOlivia IrelandPA MediaMet Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said he was "disappointed" Polanski had amplified "inaccurate and misinformed commentary".Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has defended how officers subdued the suspect in the Golders Green attack, after Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post condemning their actions.Two officers Ta...

Mills Exit Is a Blow to Schumer as Democrats Question His Strategy

Senator Chuck Schumer, the New York Democrat and minority leader, considered the Maine governor his top recruit for winning the majority. Critics said her collapse showed he is out of touch with the party’s voters.

Starmer restores powers to ousted hereditary peers in Lords shake-up

Dozens handed life peerages in apparent concession, enabling their return to red benchesDozens of hereditary peers whose seats have been abolished have had their lawmaking powers restored as Keir Starmer seeks to accelerate changes to the House of Lords.It is understood that 15 Conservative hereditary peers, two Labour and nine crossbenchers have been handed life peerages, enabling their return to the red benches. Continue reading...