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5th accuser comes forward against Rep Eric Swalwell ahead of expected resignation
Another woman accused Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., of sexual assault on Tuesday, just hours before the embattled lawmaker is expected to resign from the House.The accuser came forward after four women alleged Swalwell committed sexual misconduct and rape, including at least one incident involving a former staffer, as reported by CNN and the San Francisco Chronicle.The announcement came during a news conference in Beverly Hills, Calif., organized by the women’s attorney, Lisa Bloom.Swalwell has...
Afghan asylum approvals plunge as UK denies women fleeing Taliban, analysis warns
NewsUKHome NewsAfghan asylum approvals plunge as UK denies women fleeing Taliban, analysis warnsReport from Amnesty International finds Afghans less likely to find sanctuary in the UK than before Taliban takeoverHolly Bancroft Home Affairs Correspondent Tuesday 14 April 2026 17:28 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove boo...
Pelosi says she had no knowledge about Swalwell’s alleged behavior
House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Monday said she was not aware of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s (D-Calif.) alleged sexual misconduct, after he announced his resignation from Congress and exited California’s gubernatorial race. A former Swalwell staffer accused the lawmaker of sexually assaulting her twice, and three additional women alleged that the California Democrat sent…
Women's Reservation Bill: PM Modi to address Lok Sabha on April 16
Womens Reservation Bill PM Modi to address Lok Sabha on April
Trump admin-Mamdani clash over Stonewall monument reaches final decision
A two-month legal battle over an iconic symbol of the LGBTQ+ movement has ended, with a settlement approving its restoration and New York City’s mayor hailing the decision as a "victory."The Trump administration agreed under a settlement on Monday to restore the Pride flag to Stonewall National Monument’s federal flagpole within seven days and maintain it there, removing it only for maintenance or other practical purposes. A judge approved the agreement, resolving the dispute over the flag’s rem...
Luna says Swalwell ‘may go to jail’ with ‘more disgusting stuff coming out’
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) suggested on Monday that additional incriminating evidence against Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) could be released in the coming days, as the resigning lawmaker faces accusations of sexual misconduct. Luna told Fox News host Jesse Watters that she believed Swalwell “has serious criminal problems on his hands,” referencing a video circulating…
سنتکام: ۱۰ هزار نیرو در محاصره بنادر ایران مشارکت دارند
سنتکام اعلام کرد بیش از ۱۰ هزار نیروی زمینی، تفنگدار دریایی و نیروی هوایی بههمراه دهها ناو و هواپیما در محاصره بنادر جنوب ایران مشارکت دارند. سنتکام افزود طی ۲۴ ساعت هیچ کشتیای از محاصره عبور نکرد و ۶ کشتی تجاری بازگردانده شدند و این اقدام بهصورت بیطرف اجرا میشود.
PTI hopes for revival of talks with govt
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Tuesday expressed cautious optimism over the resumption of political dialogue, hoping that talks with the government could begin within the next one to one-and-a-half months, while stressing that meaningful progress hinges on internal reconciliation and access to the party's incarcerated founder. Speaking to the media at Dahgal Naka on Adiala Road, Gohar said that while Pakistan's role in facilitating international peace efforts, particularly bet...
Dar emerges as top-ranked global diplomatic leader
DPM and FM Ishaq Dar has received unprecedented international recognition for his diplomatic leadership, as Pakistan positioned itself at the centre of high-stakes mediation efforts during the escalating Iran-US-Israel crisis. Over the past week, senior officials and influential voices from more than ten countries, including Saudi Arabia, Iran, the US, China, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, and Egypt, have publicly acknowledged Dar's role in facilitating ceasefire negotiations. Ac...
Pakistan condemns Israeli strikes in Lebanon
Pakistan condemned Israeli attacks in Lebanon during a meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the United Nations, calling for an immediate ceasefire and uninterrupted humanitarian access to the affected areas. Addressing the ambassadorial-level session held at the UN Headquarters, Deputy Permanent Representative Usman Jadoon warned that the humanitarian situation in Lebanon was rapidly deteriorating. He stated that the ongoing Israeli bombardment, particularly in southern...
Imran named prime accused in funding case
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has finalized its charge sheet in the foreign funding case and has designated former prime minister and PTI founder Imran Khan as the prime accused. The agency is expected to submit the charge sheet in court today (Wednesday). According to sources, the charge sheet comprises 57 pages and names a total of 11 accused, with Imran Khan named as the principal accused. The document also includes individuals such as Tariq Shafi and Hamid Zaman. Three suspects hav...
Naqvi urges return of offshore wealth
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday urged the business community to repatriate a portion of overseas-held wealth, estimating that nearly $100 billion has been moved out of the country over the past three to four years. Addressing business leaders in Karachi, the minister said that if traders act decisively, up to $10b could return to Pakistan before the upcoming budget. He encouraged investors to utilise existing financial channels, including Roshan Digital Accounts, to bring back betwee...
Mike Johnson says he supports expelling Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick over dozens of ethics violations
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, an embattled Florida lawmaker facing a pending criminal indictment, could be the next member of Congress to face expulsion.House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told reporters Tuesday that he would support expelling Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress, citing a bipartisan adjudicatory subcommittee finding her guilty of more than two dozen ethics violations in March."The Ethics Committee has gone through all of its processes, and they found some alarming facts," Johnso...
FIFA to ask Donald Trump to freeze ICE raids at World Cup as discussions come to light
FIFA to ask Donald Trump to freeze ICE raids at World Cup as discussions come to lightFIFA have a request to make of US President Donald Trump as they prepare for this summer's World Cup hosted in the United States, Canada and MexicoCommentsSportScott Trotter Sports Writer17:16, 14 Apr 2026Updated 17:17, 14 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesFIFA officials want to make a request of US President Donald Trump(Image: Salwan Georges/Bloomberg via Getty Images)FIFA executives want Gianni Infantino to leverage...
Critics blast Democrats after Swalwell resignation, say saga shows ‘how politics really works’
Anger over the sexual abuse allegations that led to Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., resigning from Congress is reaching a fever pitch as one critic claimed the saga exposes "how politics really works" in the United States.While maintaining his innocence, Swalwell, a seven-term congressman and former Democratic presidential candidate, announced Monday he would resign from Congress following sexual assault allegations from multiple former staffers. On the same day, Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, who a...
Trump says Italian PM Meloni lacks ‘courage’ on Iran war: report
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday launched a stinging criticism of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, one of his main European allies, over her unwillingness to join the Iran war. “I’m shocked at her. I thought she had courage, but I was wrong,” he said in an interview with Italian daily Corriere della Sera. The interview was published the day after Meloni condemned as “unacceptable” Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV, after the pontiff’s repeated calls for an end to the war in the Middle...
Labour slips to fourth in poll as pressure mounts on Starmer ahead of local elections
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Speaker Johnson: Cherfilus-McCormick ‘should be expelled’
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said he thinks the House will agree that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) should be expelled from Congress. His comments come just a day after both Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who had been facing allegations of sexual misconduct, announced they plan to leave office rather than face expulsion…
Israel and Lebanon to hold first direct talks in D.C.
Israeli and Lebanese officials are set to meet on Tuesday in Washington, D.C., as part of an effort to end the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to join the talks. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more.
Veteran diplomat offers insights into the war in Iran — and thoughts on what's next
Middle East Veteran diplomat offers insights into the war in Iran — and thoughts on what's next April 14, 202612:11 PM ET By Dave Davies The war entered a new phase when President Trump began a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Aaron David Miller of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace explains what this means. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email