Year: 2026

Rep. Jimmy Gomez faces allegations of sexual assault from an unnamed woman before the House Ethics Committee, which is investigating claims of inappropriate contact with a staffer. Gomez contends the actions were consensual, but the woman’s attorneys refute this. House Democratic leaders have called for a thorough inquiry.

Russians are withdrawing cash from banks amid fears of Kremlin measures to seize savings, with 286.4 billion roubles taken out in early August alone.

Two men were arrested on Wednesday in Nîmes and placed in police custody due to evidence indicating their direct or indirect involvement in recent events, according to public prosecutor Cécile Gensac. The investigation continues to unfold as authorities gather more information.

Moderna and Merck have reported promising results for their personalised mRNA cancer vaccine, Intismeran, which reduced melanoma recurrence and spread in late-stage trials. The interim findings support potential regulatory approval, with thousands of high-risk patients projected to benefit from the treatment next year.

U.S. President Donald Trump aims to revive the Keystone XL pipeline expansion project in connection with a forthcoming trade deal with Canada. This announcement highlights ongoing discussions related to energy infrastructure between the two nations.

Leftist congressional candidates have secured significant victories in recent primary races across various states, raising questions about the emerging influence of the progressive movement within the Democratic Party. Despite successes in deep-blue districts, challenges remain in competitive areas, highlighting a mixed impact on broader Democratic strategies.

The Israeli Defence Forces have admitted to firing on a car sheltering five-year-old Hind Rajab, whose family was killed while fleeing violence in Gaza City.

PA financial crisis: No budget for ‘essential services’ as the PA’s capacity to maintain infrastructure, education, and health declines.

MUSHROOM MURDER CASE
Lawyers for Erin Patterson argue her trial was unjust due to critical hotel blunder this morning.
Appeal seeks to overturn convictions amid claims of catastrophic errors.

The Party of European Socialists is experiencing an internal rift, as Italian and Spanish MEPs criticise Denmark’s Frederiksen for “selective solidarity” in her alignment with Meloni against Spain over Ceuta, while the Danish Social Democrats uphold a stringent migration policy.