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Bill Maher Gets “Honest” With Donald Trump About President’s Successes and Failures: “I Have Every Right to Say So in a ...

Nearly three weeks after Donald Trump spent part of his Valentine’s Day lashing out at Bill Maher, claiming that he wasted his time having dinner with the Real Time host last year, Maher offered a detailed rebuttal, complete with clips, of just where he …

Pope Leo says he ‘can’t comment’ on 20-year sentence of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai

Pope Leo XIV this week said he “can’t” comment on the 20-year sentence imposed on a democracy activist in Hong Kong.  “I can’t comment,” the American-born Leo told EWTN News, which covers Catholic news globally, while speaking to reporters in Italy.  “Let’ …

'No shah, no mullah': pro-democracy protesters rally in Paris for Iran

Supporters of Israel and Iranian pro-democracy activists chant slogans and hold flags in Cape Town

When politics become noise, democracy suffers

Every year, the State of the Union is supposed to offer clarity to the American people. It should explain where the country stands and where it is headed. This year, however, the address from U.S. President Donald Trump felt distant from reality. Part of …

International News Briefs for Monday, March 9, 2026

HAVANA TIMES – We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Monday, March 9 2026. Toxic Black Raindrops Fall on Tehran Following U.S.-Israeli Attacks on Fuel Depots Mar 09, 2026 The United States and Israel are …

Rachel Marsden: Trump’s Iran invasion, killer robots and the death of democracy

American Voices PARIS — Here we go again. Another “Israel First” neocon regime- change war under the pretext of a bogus “national security” risk or “freedom.” This time in Iran. Exactly what Trump’s Israeli mega-donors and benefactors have long pushed for …

Our failing democracy

As Ghana marks its 69th Independence anniversary, the celebrations will likely follow the familiar pattern of ceremonies, speeches and national self-congratulation. Ghanaians will compare themselves with neighbours such as Burkina Faso—now a supplier of …

Rep. Beth Van Duyne: House Votes to Fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

On Thursday I voted alongside my House colleagues to declare that Iran is the largest state sponsor of terrorism after years of their repeated attacks on Americans and democracy around the world.  Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON, D.C. –  We are on the …

Joe Scarborough warns US could get ‘drunk on militarism’ as Lindsey Graham eyes Cuba

MS Now’s Joe Scarborough said Monday that Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-SC) “Wilsonian” idea of spreading democracy across the globe will likely end in “disaster.”Graham applauded President Donald Trump’s leadership against Iran, saying that the United States …

Hardenhuish School students take part in real-life politics events

Cullin Pangilinan, Year 12 School Parliament Representative and student correspondent at Hardenhuish School, reports on the school’s recent focus on politics and democracy Over the past few months, Hardenhuish School in Chippenham has heavily engaged in …

Major revamp approved for school with new sports and teaching block

Caerleon Comprehensive School, pictured in April 2025. Credit: Google Nicholas Thomas, Local Democracy Reporter A new sports and teaching block for a Welsh city’s school has won the support of councillors. Members of Newport City Council’s planning …

Backlash over plans to turn field into giant battery

The proposed site of the Legacy Battery. Photo: LDRS. Alec Doyle, Local democracy reporter. A proposed giant battery storage facility could turn “green fields” into “battery fields”, residents have warned, as the planning application heads to appeal. …

Major collection at Welsh museum to be relocated

National Museum Cardiff Kieran Molloy, Local democracy reporter The go-ahead has been given to relocate a collection at a major Welsh museum to return a “significant room” to the “public realm of the museum”. Plans have been approved to relocate the …

Students, community members debate social media’s role in democracy

Social media is a common facet of everyday life. But has it become a threat to American democracy? That was the central question of the Public Square Debate, sponsored by William & Mary’s Office of Student Engagement and Leadership and held on Feb. 27 …

Attack on our Rivers secretariat, direct assault on democracy – ADC

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has condemned the attack on its Secretariat in Ubima, Rivers State, by thugs it described as criminals. ADC’s spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, described the attack as a direct assault on democracy. In a statement he signed …

Proposed workers’ rights reforms have ‘gone too far’, Boston and Skegness MP warns

Oliver Castle - Local Democracy Reporter 15:05, 09 Mar 2026 MP Richard Tice(Image: Local Democracy Reporting Service) The government has ‘gone too far’ in its proposed reforms to workers’ rights, the MP for Boston and Skegness has said. Richard Tice ( …

'Covert and a little bit deplorable': Opponents of Missouri data center say city blocking democracy

Even rain didn't stop democracy in action Friday at the Independence Municipal Commons. At 9 a.m., over a dozen opponents of the massive Independence data center project doubled down, turning in a second intent to file for a referendum petition that …

'Best Indomitable Woman In Advancing Democracy' Award To Be Conferred On Khaleda Zia Posthumously

(MENAFN- IANS) Dhaka, March 7 (IANS) Bangladesh's Ministry of Women and Children Affairs has decided to confer the "Best Indomitable Woman in Advancing Democracy" award posthumously on former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, local media reported …

Amid Intensifying Immigration Enforcement, San Antonio Firm Rebrands as Alamo Law Group

Alamo Law Group transitions to exclusive immigration practice to meet rising demand and legal complexity. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As immigration enforcement intensifies and federal policies continue …

Indiana Kids Can Now Play Outside or Stay Home Alone Briefly Without Their Parents Getting Investigated for Neglect

Indiana's new Reasonable Childhood Independence law protects parents who allow age-appropriate unsupervised time from neglect investigations. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Indiana just became the nation…

NewU Dual Academy Launches, Offering Students a Bachelor's Degree One Year After High School

NewU Dual Academy: a live online high school where a regular calendar and course load earns 40 college credits per year toward a bachelor's degree. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NewU Dual Academy, a live online …

Last Prisoner Project Applauds Passage of Virginia Marijuana Resentencing Bill

Legislation guarantees automatic hearings, empowers courts to reduce outdated sentences, and extends relief to people still incarcerated or under supervision. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last Prisoner Project …

Bridging Bridges: The NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s Landmark Visit to India  

09 March 2026 The security interdependence between the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions served as the central theme for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s first committee visit to India on 2-8 March. The visit highlights the Assembly’s emphasis on  …

UnchainedTV, Plant-Based TV Network, Reports Explosive Growth

Global reach doubles as 50M+ views cement UnchainedTV as a premier hub for plant-based media and animal advocacy. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UnchainedTV, the world’s premier free, nonprofit vegan and animal …

Lt. Col. Marvin Williams to Launch Campaign for Congress on Long Island

Lt. Col. Marvin Williams, USAF (Ret.), Republican candidate for Congress in New York’s 4th Congressional GARDEN CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WHO Lt. Col. Marvin Williams, USAF (Ret.), Republican candidate for …

Valley Forge Military College and Valley Forge Military Academy Name Maryland Governor Wes Moore as Commencement Speaker

Joint ceremony set for Saturday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. on the Valley Forge Military campus in Wayne, Pa. WAYNE, PA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Valley Forge Military College and Valley Forge Military Academy today announced …

Пока Залив регулирует, Узбекистан запрещает — время пересмотреть курс?

TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Платформа Path to Smoke-Free и международная сеть We Are Innovation представили новый аналитический доклад, посвящённый Узбекистану. Документ под названием “Запретили — не исчезли: почему …

MSI² Recognizes the Distinguished Career of its Senior Fellow, CDR José Adán Gutiérrez, USN (Ret.)

His career spans more than three decades in U.S. naval intelligence, defense cooperation, and security strategy MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute (MSI²) acknowledges the …

Nakiea Cook, MBA, CFEI®, Chosen to Serve on New York Financial Educators Council’s Professional Advisory Board

BUFFALO, NY, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York Financial Educators Council (NYFEC) has selected Nakiea Cook, MBA, CFEI® , Fractional CFO and founder of NC Accounting & Consulting Solutions (NCACS) in Buffalo, to …

Policy Pathways and VCU’s Wilder School Announce 2026 Summer Academy for Policy Leadership and Public Service

Register Now for Two-Week Summer Leadership Academy for High School and College Students! RICHMOND , VA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Young people across the country are redefining civic engagement, questioning long- …

Colombian Artist Mr. Bling’s Custom Soccer Ball Presented by Lionel Messi to President Donald Trump at the White House

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A custom soccer ball created by Colombian artist Mr. Bling was presented to U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House by Inter Miami CF star Lionel Messi during the club’s …

California Republican Party Unanimously Endorses Larry Thompson For U.S. Congress CA-32

Thompson Also Received Endorsements From Both the Los Angeles County Republican Party and the Ventura County Republican Party SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Republican Party (CRP) voted Tuesday to …

Senator Josh Hawley Joins Distinguished Lineup at Institute for Faith and Culture’s Kingdom Come Conference in Florida

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute for Faith and Culture is pleased to announce that Senator Josh Hawley has joined the distinguished lineup of speakers for the Kingdom Come Conference, which will …

Almatar Launches Innovative ‘3-in-1 Protection’ Feature to Provide Flexibility

Almatar Launches Innovative "3-in-1 Protection" Feature to Provide Flexibility and Peace of Mind Amid Global Travel Uncertainty RIAYDH, SAUDI ARABIA, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Almatar, the leading Saudi-based Online Travel …

Ohio Senate Bill 55 -Operating Under the Influence of Marijuana- Advances in House

COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ohio may change its laws regarding driving under the influence of marijuana. If passed, Senate Bill 55 will change the types of marijuana DUI charges (called ‘OVI’ in Ohio), the ‘ …

FLEOA Welcomes Incoming Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Senator Markwayne Mullin prepares to assume the role of Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) …

AAFA Announces Board of Directors Leadership Changes

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Apparel & Footwear Association announced the renewal of its Board leadership and welcomed new and re-elected members to its Board of Directors during the 2026 …

STAND UP FOR SCIENCE TO HOLD 'RALLY TO TAKE BACK SCIENCE' TOMORROWE IN 48 LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE

A Nationwide Day of Action to Save Science, Protect Health, and Defend Democracy. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tomorrow, one year after the movement-defining Stand Up For Science protests, organizers will …