sovereign state in central Africa
Marilyn Gladu backed petition this year for automatic byelections when MPs cross the floor
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Key FactsMarilyn Gladu’s Sudden Shift to Liberal Party
Apr 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nationalpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nationalpost.com
- Marilyn Gladu crossed the floor from the Conservatives to the Liberals, bringing the government within one seat of a majority.
- The prime minister anticipates securing a majority by the end of Monday after three by-elections, including two in Liberal strongholds.
- Previously, Gladu was a vocal opponent of Liberal policies, criticizing them for privacy violations and Charter rights infringements.
- Her defection is seen as a betrayal of her long-held principles and political stance against the Liberals.
Because violating our Charter Rights has become normal to them.— Marilyn Gladu, in a March comment on a National Post story about the Emergencies Act being an overreach by the Liberals.
Nigeria insurgency: Nearly 400 sentenced for links to Boko Haram or Islamic State West Africa Province
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvge1kdmpzwo
Plenty of ‘unhappy people’ in Conservative caucus: floor-crossing MP d’Entremont: Liberal MP Chris d’Entremont, who crossed the floor from the Conservatives in ...
cp24.com/news/canada/2026/04/08/conservative-mps-absolutely-ask-about-experience-joining-liberal-caucus-floor-crosser-dentremont/
Rajya Sabha Chairman, Lok Sabha Speaker reject Opposition move to impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar
indianexpress.com/article/india/rajya-sabha-chairman-cp-radhakrishnan-rejected-opposition-motion-remove-cec-gyanesh-kumar-10622419/
Key FactsImpeachment Motion Against CEC Kumar Rejected
Apr 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: indianexpress.com
- The Rajya Sabha Chairman and Lok Sabha Speaker rejected motions to impeach Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
- The motions, submitted over three weeks earlier, were signed by 130 MPs in Lok Sabha and 63 MPs in Rajya Sabha.
- Both authorities declined the motions without providing reasons after reviewing constitutional and legal provisions.
- The Opposition condemned the rejection, accusing the ruling party of undermining parliamentary integrity.
Notice to remove CEC Vanish Kumar by Rajya Sabha MPs rejected. Reason? NO REASON GIVEN. BJP keep mocking our great Parliament. SHAME.— Derek O’Brien, Rajya Sabha MP from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), posted the quote on X after the impeachment motions were rejected.
Several soldiers including a top commander have been killed in an attack by Boko Haram on a Nigerian military base. The attack is raising new concerns about ... Show more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday that Israel will continue to “crush Iran.”
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- BNN Bloomberg: CTV News' Graham Richardson explains the political implications that the latest Conservative floor crosser has for the Liberals and Pierre ...
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Allan puts MPs on notice for cabinet reshuffle ahead of November: Labor MPs were on Thursday being told to be ready for a meeting early next week ...
theage.com.au/politics/victoria/allan-puts-mps-on-notice-for-cabinet-reshuffle-ahead-of-november-20260409-p5zmh6.html
On BJP Sthapna Diwas, from just 2 MPs in 1984 to a 200+ powerhouse, the Bharatiya Janata Party story reflects a remarkable political rise.
Dozens of Chad readers said The New Inn is the best 'proper pub' in Mansfield. So we spoke to landlady Kirsty Kinsella to find out why it's so ... Show more
newlinesmag Apr 06
“The oryx, the wildlife in our country, has great value. For those who have never seen wildlife, it is vital we show them it and talk to them about it ... Show more
Crossbench MPs warn Labor against slashing NDIS growth in budget: Independents, led by Monique Ryan, said curbing NDIS growth before other systems were set up ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/crossbench-mps-warn-labor-against-slashing-ndis-growth-in-budget-20260407-p5zlvo.html
The Court House manager Laura shows Chad around the revamped pub after its £250,000 refurbishment.
Inside Chad Gilbert’s Latest Cancer Battle: ‘I Feel Very, Very Lucky’: New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert opens up about his hospital stay following surgery to ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/chad-gilbert-new-found-glory-cancer-update-interview-1235539496/
Thugs who trashed hotel & smashed glass over worker’s head in violent rampage banned from EVERY pub and club in Britain
thesun.co.uk/news/38685245/thugs-banned-from-every-pub-and-club-in-britain/
Are you proud to be British and to fly the flag? People in Mansfield tell Chad why they're proud of the Union Jack and why flying it should be encouraged ... Show more
Liberals dismiss call for law to correct what MPs say : The Liberal government has dismissed a Toronto man’s proposal to keep politicians honest in an age of ...
cp24.com/news/canada/2026/03/30/liberals-dismiss-call-for-law-to-ensure-political-fibs-and-flubs-dont-eclipse-facts/
EWN Mar 27
SA’s overcrowded prisons: MPs call for deportation of convicted foreign nationals
ewn.co.za/2026/03/27/sa-s-overcrowded-prisons-mps-call-for-deportation-of-convicted-foreign-nationals
Group of Lithuanian MPs propose referendum on constitutional definition of family
lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/2878106/group-of-lithuanian-mps-propose-referendum-on-constitutional-definition-of-family
Starmer pushes at high level for Danish Type 31 frigate deal: Speaking to MPs, Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed efforts were ongoing at the highest levels ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/starmer-pushes-at-high-level-for-danish-type-31-frigate-deal/
Nigel Farage's Reform UK MPs storm out of Commons after heated exchange: The tantrum came seconds after Keir Starmer branded the Reform chief an "absolute ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/nigel-farages-reform-uk-mps-36921314
Chad to deploy 800 troops to Haiti's Gang Suppression Force as Kenya steps back | Africanews
africanews.com/2026/03/21/chad-to-deploy-800-troops-to-haitis-gang-suppression-force-as-kenya-steps-back/
At least 23 people have been killed and more than 100 injured in a series of suicide bombings in Maiduguri, one of the worst recent attacks on the capital of ... Show more
Key FactsDeadly Multiple Blasts Rock Maiduguri City
Mar 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Multiple suspected suicide bomb attacks struck Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state, resulting in at least 23 deaths and 108 injuries on Monday evening.
- Explosions targeted key locations including a post office, a busy market, a university hospital, and the eastern Kaleri neighborhood.
- These assaults highlight the ongoing threat from Islamist militants like Boko Haram and ISWAP, destabilizing the region for 17 years.
- Security forces increased patrols as investigations proceeded and President Tinubu directed security chiefs to manage the crisis.
Preliminary investigation reveals that the incidents were carried out by suspected suicide bombers.— Statement by the Borno State Police Command in a briefing
Chad President Mahamat Déby warns Sudan he will retaliate after drone strike on mourners kills 17
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Attack repelled: Nigeria kills dozens of Islamist rebels: In Nigeria, the military has apparently repelled an attack on a base. Eighty attackers were killed in ...
n-tv.de/politik/Nigeria-toetet-Dutzende-islamistische-Rebellen-id30486360.html
Zambia's election: Aspiring female politicians were asked for sexual favours, official says
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm28ldvj3jvo
MAIDUGURI EXPLOSIONS: “I do not consider Boko Haram to be members of the human race ” - Shettima
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Nigeria's city of Maiduguri continues to reel from the impact of massive explosions that killed more than 20 people and wounded more than 100 others on ... Show more
Opposition MPs write to Amit Shah over alleged threats to Muslims in Uttam Nagar | Hindustan Times
hindustantimes.com/cities/others/opposition-mps-write-to-amit-shah-over-alleged-threats-to-muslims-in-uttam-nagar-101773862257872.html
Key FactsUttam Nagar Tensions Spark Political Accusations
Mar 19, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: scroll.in
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: scroll.in
- Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of instigating violence and exploiting communal tensions in the Uttam Nagar area of Delhi.
- Tarun Bhutolia, aged 26, died after a conflict triggered by a water balloon incident during Holi celebrations on March 4.
- Muslim residents expressed fears over calls for violence before Eid, with police and paramilitary forces deployed to maintain order.
- The Delhi High Court directed local authorities to take necessary steps to prevent violence and ensure peace during Eid.
The BJP wants the country to remain entangled in Hindu-Muslim strife so that the public cannot ask why Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being forced to hand over the country’s defence, energy security, food security and strategic sovereignty to the United States, Gandhi alleged.— Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader, on Uttam Nagar tensions in Delhi (in a statement on social media)
Sudan: RSF reportedly take over town near Chadian border | Africanews: Images posted on social media showed fighters from Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support ...
africanews.com/2026/03/18/sudan-rsf-reportedly-take-over-town-near-chadian-border/
Cross-party pressure grows over defence investment plan: Labour, Conservative and Liberal Democrat MPs align on urgency of defence reform ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/cross-party-pressure-grows-over-defence-investment-plan/
Dozens of MPs urge Green Party to officially ditch ‘normal’ childbirth policy immediately
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/green-party-polanski-childbirth-normal-natural-b2936656.html
Opposition MPs submit notices in both houses seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
financialexpress.com/india-news/opposition-mps-submit-notices-in-both-houses-seeking-removal-of-cec-gyanesh-kumar/4171796/
sabcnews.com Mar 05
AD HOC COMMITTEE | Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan’s former assistant, Sarah-Jane Trent, is struggling to explain to MPs which provision of law allowed ... Show more
Horror poll for National and Luxon: which big beasts would be out of a job?: Because nothing concentrates the mind quite like the sight of your career ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/06-03-2026/horror-poll-for-national-and-luxon-which-big-beasts-would-be-out-of-a-job
"WILT, BAM, KOBE."
Where were YOU the night that Bam Adebayo scored the 2nd-most points in NBA history?
After dropping 83.. ... Show more
sabcnews.com Mar 05
AD HOC COMMITTEE | Sarah-Jane Trent breaks down as MPs continue to question her about which provision of law allowed her to assist the IPID in its ... Show more
dominicanewsonline.com Mar 02
Aerial view of aftermath of early morning Roseau fire. Vide credit: Chad Ambo.
Former MP Jackie Blue quits National to join Opportunity party: Blue said she would "never forget or forgive" the Government's handling of pay equity changes.
1news.co.nz/2026/03/06/former-mp-jackie-blue-quits-national-to-join-opportunity-party/
Politics latest: Starmer hits back at Trump and insists ‘I won’t join Iran war without legal basis’
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/uk-iran-starmer-trump-cyprus-pmqs-latest-updates-b2931529.html
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Key FactsStarmer Boosts UK Protection Amid Middle East Crisis
Mar 5, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hulldailymail.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hulldailymail.co.uk
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced dispatching four Typhoon jets to Qatar and confirmed the first evacuation flight has departed from Muscat.
- The UK is enhancing its military presence in the region, including air defense upgrades in Cyprus and deploying the HMS Dragon destroyer.
- More than 4,000 British nationals have returned via commercial flights while rapid deployment teams facilitate ongoing evacuations on the ground.
- Starmer highlighted the need for calm, steady leadership to uphold British values and ensure public safety despite mounting pressures.
But, when Iran started attacking countries in the Gulf, and the wider region, the situation changed.— Keir Starmer, speaking at a Downing Street press conference about the Iran war and the UK's stance
OpinionIf National MPs want to roll Luxon, there is one big hurdle in the way: 1997 has entered the chat.
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/07-03-2026/if-national-mps-want-to-roll-luxon-there-is-one-big-hurdle-in-the-way
Chad: Former rebel leader Erdimi quits ministerial post | Africanews: Erdimi was appointed Minister of Higher Education in October 2022, following the Doha ...
africanews.com/2026/03/06/chad-former-rebel-leader-erdimi-quits-ministerial-post/
Pay equity ‘select committee’ finds ‘flagrant and significant abuse of power’ : A group of female former MPs subjected the pay equity overhaul to the scrutiny it ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/24-02-2026/pay-equity-select-committee-finds-flagrant-and-significant-abuse-of-power
South Cumbria's MPs talk salaries being raised by 5 per cent: Tim Farron MP and Michelle Scrogham MP have reacted to the announcement that MPs in parliament will ...
thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/news/25906949.south-cumbrian-mps-talk-salaries-raised-5-per-cent/
MPs agree to release government files on Andrew’s work as trade envoy after ex-prince’s arrest...
thesun.co.uk/news/38322968/prince-andrew-keir-starmer-documents/
EWN Feb 27
MPs bay for Paul O'Sullivan's blood after he abandoned cross-examination: On Thursday, O’Sullivan walked out of the Parliament ad hoc committee meeting ...
ewn.co.za/2026/02/27/mps-bay-for-paul-osullivans-blood-after-he-abandoned-cross-examination
Starmer criticises Trump over Iran strikes, as he defends UK position: The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get ...
bbc.com/news/articles/cj0dnq2v0e2o
‘It was not intentional’ : Brown Mogotsi admits to 2010 murder charge but tells MPs case was withdrawn
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-02-24-it-was-not-intentional-brown-mogotsi-admits-to-2010-murder-charge-but-tells-mps-case-was-withdrawn/
Chad closes border with Sudan after clashes kill five soldiers: Chad closed its eastern border with Sudan on Monday after clashes this weekend linked to Sudan's ...
rfi.fr/en/africa/20260224-chad-closes-border-with-sudan-after-clashes-kill-five-soldiers
'Double standard': Ministers entitled to $1m taxpayer contribution to super
newsroom.co.nz/2026/02/25/double-standard-ministers-entitled-to-1m-taxpayer-contribution-to-super/
Should MPs be allowed to switch parties? Ask us your questions about the details of floor-crossing
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MPs warned Russia is way ahead in undersea warfare: Witnesses told MPs that the Russian deep-sea directorate GUGI give Moscow a major advantage in undersea ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/mps-warned-russia-is-way-ahead-in-undersea-warfare/
Times of Oman Feb 08
Liwa traffic accident claims 3 lives, Injures 3 others: Liwa traffic accident claims 3 lives, Injures 3 others
timesofoman.com/article/168002-liwa-traffic-accident-claims-3-lives-injures-3-others
EWN Feb 18
Ramaphosa continues to face onslaught from opposition MPs over Phala Phala: They said he still needs to account for why more than $500,000 was stashed in ...
ewn.co.za/2026/02/18/ramaphosa-continues-to-face-onslaught-from-opposition-mps-over-phala-phala
Key FactsRamaphosa Faces Renewed Criticism Over Phala Phala Scandal
Feb 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- President Ramaphosa remains under attack from opposition MPs despite being cleared by state bodies regarding the stolen US dollars at his Phala Phala farm.
- Critics insist on explanations for why over $500,000 was hidden inside furniture on Ramaphosa's Limpopo property.
- Three suspects are currently on trial for the theft, while opposition parties continue to challenge the president in Parliament.
- The Constitutional Court has yet to rule on the EFF’s challenge to how Parliament handled the matter.
Your Phala Phala scandal has rendered you ineffective when dealing with corruption and incompetence in your party and in your Cabinet.— Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, during the debate on the State of the Nation Address.
Sir Keir Starmer says 'I won't walk away' as Labour MPs give him 'standing ovation' after calls to quit
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/sir-keir-starmer-says-i-33393395
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has announced his self-styled ‘shadow cabinet’ if his party was to win the next general election ... Show more
BBC Feb 08
Don't drop PM over Mandelson scandal, minister urges Labour MPs: Pat McFadden says Sir Keir Starmer made a mistake - but ditching him would destabilise the ...
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Key FactsStarmer’s Chief Resigns Amid Epstein-Linked Scandal
Feb 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za
- Morgan McSweeney resigned as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff after recommending Peter Mandelson for US ambassador.
- Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein resulted in a police investigation and harmed public trust in the Labour Party.
- McSweeney’s departure is a significant setback for the government less than two years after a major electoral win.
- Party members are increasingly critical of Starmer’s leadership, and McSweeney’s replacement remains uncertain.
The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. He has damaged our party, our country and trust in politics itself.— Morgan McSweeney, UK PM Keir Starmer's chief of staff, stated this in his resignation regarding the appointment of Peter Mandelson.
MPs question O’Sullivan’s Ipid control: The private forensic investigator denied having undue influence on the police, insisting he was just a concerned citizen ...
mg.co.za/news/2026-02-13-mps-question-osullivans-ipid-control/
Federal MPs accept free sport tickets from gambling companies amid calls to restrict wagering ads
theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/feb/19/federal-mps-accept-free-sport-tickets-from-gambling-companies-amid-calls-to-restrict-wagering-ads
‘GNU responsible for country’s success’, MPs says in response to Ramaphosa’s Sona
mg.co.za/politics/2026-02-17-gnu-responsible-for-countrys-success-mps-says-in-response-to-ramaphosas-sona/
Soaps.com Feb 15
Days of Our Lives Is Finally Saying Goodbye to Billy Flynn — and He’s Not the Only One!
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Samakal Feb 17
Newly elected BNP MPs swear-in: This marks a historic shift, with the BNP returning to power after nearly two decades in opposition.
en.samakal.com/bangladesh/170847672/newly-elected-bnp-mps-swearin
Britain urged to turn whole-of-society talk into action: A leading military historian has warned MPs that the UK remains far behind Nordic allies in preparing ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-urged-to-turn-whole-of-society-talk-into-action/
Starmer to address angry Labour MPs amid Mandelson row. Is resignation inevitable?
firstpost.com/world/starmer-to-address-angry-labour-mps-amid-mandelson-row-is-resignation-inevitable-13977596.html
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