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Philippines' first transgender politician Geraldine Roman sweeps to congressional victory
History is made in Catholic Philippines as Geraldine Roman takes 62% of the vote.
Romil Patel May 10, 2016
US Army officer sues Obama over Isis war authorisation
Captain Nathan Michael Smith claims Obama's decision to fight IS lacks proper authorisation from Congress.
Ananya Roy May 05, 2016
Transgender politician Geraldine Roman makes history as Catholic Philippines prepares to vote
'If Jesus Christ was alive today, he would not approve of discrimination,' said Roman.
Romil Patel May 04, 2016
Puerto Rico to default for third time on debt payments
US territory says cannot repay creditors without sacrificing essential services to Puerto Ricans.
Karthick Arvinth May 02, 2016
US Supreme Court approves new rule expanding FBI's hacking powers
The US Congress has time till 1 December to either reject or modify the rule when it goes into effect.
India Ashok Apr 29, 2016
Bono: Send Amy Schumer and Chris Rock to Middle East to fight Islamic State
He told US congress enlisting the help of the actors would rob the terror group of their power
Callum Paton Apr 13, 2016
Brazil: Why does President Dilma Rousseff face impeachment?
Brazil's lower house must vote on the impeachment proceedings, which is expected to take place on 17 April.
Adam Justice Apr 12, 2016
Congress urged to pass $1.9bn Zika funding as US health officials say virus 'scarier' than first thought
The mosquito which spreads the Zika virus is now present in about 30 states.
Romil Patel Apr 12, 2016
John Oliver tackles congressional fundraising on Last Week Tonight
Congress members reportedly spend up to 50% of their time fundraising for re-election or party dues.
Nicole Rojas Apr 05, 2016
Brazil: Demonstrators fill streets with red smoke in support of President Dilma Rousseff
Rousseff of the Workers' Party may be removed from power if lower house of Congress approves her impeachment.
Alex Wheeler Apr 01, 2016
Inside Guantanamo Bay: Barack Obama pushes for Cuba to improve human rights during historic visit
Human rights have remained an impediment to strengthening ties with Cuba, despite the reconciliation reached by the two leaders in 2014.
Alex Wheeler Mar 23, 2016
Azaadi: Indians debate 'freedom' as JNU student leader Kanhaiya Kumar released on bail
Kumar delivered an impassioned speech at JNU, sparking a debate on what India needs freedom from.
Priyanka Mogul Mar 04, 2016
US army troops to wield advanced laser weapons 'in the next seven years'
High-energy lasers are to be used against drone, rocket and artillery threats and will also be attached to gunships.
Callum Paton Mar 01, 2016
Apple vs FBI: New York court's ruling bolsters iPhone maker's case
Judge held that a 227-year-old law cannot be used to force Apple to unlock an iPhone linked to drugs case.
India Ashok Mar 01, 2016
US Congress urges Narendra Modi to end silence on 'increasing intolerance' in India
United States Congress has raised concerns about the rights of religious minorities in India.
Priyanka Mogul Feb 29, 2016
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval: 'I do not wish to be considered' for Supreme Court vacancy
The Republican was reportedly on a list of recommended candidates given to the White House.
Nicole Rojas Feb 26, 2016
Barack Obama asks US Congress for $1.9bn to combat spread of Zika virus
The Obama administration warned House Republicans that Ebola funding should not be reshuffled to fight Zika.
Nicole Rojas Feb 23, 2016
US expands sanctions on North Korea over nuclear test and rocket launch
President Barack Obama signs legislation imposing fresh sanctions on Kim Jong-un's regime in Pyongyang.
Vasudevan Sridharan Feb 19, 2016
US bill aims to prevent states from imposing ban on encrypted phones
California Congressman Ted Lieu's bill aims to stop state meddling with encrypted devices.
India Ashok Feb 11, 2016
Barack Obama to propose controversial $10 oil tax to fund clean transport system
Under the plan, a $10 surcharge will be levied on per barrel of oil produced or consumed.
India Ashok Feb 05, 2016
Barack Obama to seek more than $4bn to boost tech education in US
Barack Obama is to petition Congress for financial support for his education initiative
India Ashok Feb 01, 2016
US government's new spying programme meets privacy standards claims NSA
NSA's Civil Liberties and Privacy Office says new system contains eight privacy safeguards.
India Ashok Jan 16, 2016
State of the Union 2016: Full text of US President Barack Obama's final address
Read Barack Obama's final state of the union address as US President.
Staff Reporter Jan 13, 2016
Google-funded US congress members enlisted to fight search giant's EU monopoly case
Investigation reveals Google paid millions to protect its search engine's monopoly status in Europe.
Anthony Cuthbertson Dec 18, 2015
US President Barack Obama to give final State of the Union address on 12 January
House Speaker Paul D. Ryan's office says president invited to give his last SOTU address.
Nicole Rojas Dec 01, 2015
India: Is Congress scion Rahul Gandhi a British citizen?
Gandhi declared his nationality as British in 2006 annual return for a company he registered in the UK
Agamoni Ghosh Nov 17, 2015
White House denounces Speaker Paul Ryan's immigration comments as 'preposterous'
It says the new speaker of the House was 'pandering to the extreme right wing' of his party.
Nicole Rojas Nov 03, 2015
China's star wars weapons include 'missile-loaded satellites able to crash into International Space Station'
Leaked congressional report reveals fears of counterspace weapons targeting US satellites.
Anthony Cuthbertson Oct 16, 2015
Trans-Pacific Partnership signed: US and Japan among 12 in 'disastrous trade agreement'
After five days of talks a deal has been signed but questions remain on far-reaching affects.
Bauke Schram Oct 05, 2015
US Congressman Jason Chaffetz launches bid for Speaker of the House
Chaffetz made his announcement on 4 October on Fox News Sunday.
Nicole Rojas Oct 05, 2015
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