White House construction project to cost almost $1bn
The White House defended reports it planned to spend nearly $1bn on controversial construction projects.
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Trump faces lawsuit over push to limit birthright citizenship
Despite previous Supreme Court ruling, Trump has sought new approach to limit the longstanding practice.
Hungary elects supreme court judge ousted by Orban as new president
Baka replaces Orban appointee Tamas Sulyok, ousted weeks ago during Tisza’s campaign against Orban-era power structures.
What to know about the US primary election in Minnesota
Immigration is at the centre of another closely watched Democratic Senate race.
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Iran, US set new conditions during Hormuz talks: What does this mean?
Oil prices surge as talks stall over competing demands, hampering prospects for reopening crucial strait.
What to watch in Wisconsin’s high-stakes primary
US Democrats face another test after Michigan as voters choose nominees for governor and Congress.
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What to know about South Carolina’s election to replace Lindsey Graham
Tuesday’s special election will pick a Republican challenger for the midterm Senate race transformed by Graham’s death.
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Who is Atef Najib, former Syrian official sentenced to death with al-Assad?
Experts say this trial has been a test of Syria’s transitional justice.
What to know about the US primaries in Connecticut, Vermont, and Alabama
Four redrawn Alabama districts will hold special elections for US House nominees on Tuesday.
‘My father is in RSS’: India’s Gen Z confronts Modi-loving parents at home
Families divided as children of BJP supporters demand education reforms and reject politics of hate.
Colombia’s far-right government recognises Israeli claim over Golan Heights
The South American nation is only the second country to recognise Israel’s claims over the illegally annexed territory.
