Cameroon’s 93-year-old Biya returns home amid health questions
Cameroon’s 93-year-old President Paul Biya returned from a months-long absence abroad, sparking questions about his health as he resumes his duties.
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Natalie Harp’s new nickname surfaces as video details close role with Trump
Trump aide Natalie Harp—long described as the president’s “human printer” who drafts Truth Social posts—has a new nickname, described by Maggie Haberman, after reports she was among a small group that secretly accompanied Trump on a decoy Air Force One transfer in Turkey en route to RAF Mildenhall, highlighting her close, multi-faceted role alongside Walt Nauta and Dan Scavino.
Hungary’s New President and the Quiet Shift Beyond Orbán
Hungary’s newly installed president is seen as a potential check on the Orbán-era dominance, signaling a possible shift in post-Orbán politics and EU relations, though real change will depend on constitutional constraints and party dynamics.
Baka elected Hungary's ceremonial president amid constitutional rewrite
Hungary’s parliament elected 73-year-old former Supreme Court head András Baka as a largely ceremonial president, tasked with overseeing a new constitution and acting as a check on PM Péter Magyar’s post‑Orbán reforms. Baka—who says he is not a political man—vowed broad debate on the constitution. The vote followed rapid post‑Orbán changes, and Fidesz MPs walked out in protest when their preferred candidate was ousted; Baka’s presidency is intended to be a transitional role, potentially lasting up to five years while the constitution is drafted.
Polgár Eyed as Hungary's Interim President by Prime Minister
Prime Minister Péter Magyar says he will invite Judit Polgár to serve as Hungary's interim president until the new constitution takes effect; Parliament must elect a new head of state within 30 days after President Sulyok's term ends, with Polgár backed by 16 prominent figures for her apolitical, internationally renowned profile.
Hungary reshapes presidency as term ends under new law
Hungary’s president Tamás Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment passed by the ruling Tisza party, ending his term immediately. The law, part of PM Péter Magyar’s drive to curb Orbán-era power, will have Parliament elect a new president with interim duties assigned to Ágnes Forsthoffer, and imposes a 12-year term limit for lawmakers plus a 70-year retirement age for constitutional court judges (forcing the current president Péter Polt to retire). Sulyok warned the reform harms the rule of law and marks a watershed in Hungary’s constitutional democracy, while Orbán criticized the changes as tyranny and Fidesz faced resignations and slipping support.
Iran vows decisive response to British warships near Hormuz Strait
Iran warned Britain not to escalate the crisis by deploying warships to the Strait of Hormuz, saying the presence of British (and French) vessels will be met with a decisive, immediate response as HMS Dragon is deployed to the Middle East amid ongoing US–Iran tensions and peace-talk efforts.
Putin reportedly shelters underground bunkers for weeks to dodge assassination
A leaked European intelligence report claims Vladimir Putin has intensified personal security to the point of spending weeks at an underground bunker in Krasnodar to avoid assassination, with guards, staff, and even phones screened and limited internet access; the report links the precautions to the killing of a top Russian general and a rising drone threat from Ukraine, while ISW notes increased air defenses around Putin’s residences and Moscow internet shutdowns, though it does not corroborate fears of a coup.
BTS Receives Presidential Welcome Ahead of Sold-Out Mexico Concerts
South Korean boy band BTS was greeted by the President of Mexico ahead of their sold-out shows in the country, underscoring the group’s global popularity and cultural impact.
Trump taunts Newsom over dyslexia, arguing leaders shouldn’t have learning disabilities
President Donald Trump attacked Gavin Newsom’s dyslexia, claiming leaders with learning disabilities should not be president, and Newsom countered with insults while sharing his own dyslexia. The National Center for Learning Disabilities condemned the remarks, underscoring that dyslexia does not reflect intelligence or leadership ability. The dispute involves a potential Democratic contender and highlights ongoing debates about disability and political rhetoric, with Trump repeatedly calling Newsom “Newscum.”
Trump family seeks trademarks to stamp presidential name on airports
The Trump Organization filed applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to reserve the use of the president’s name on airports and related items, including the Palm Beach International Airport renaming, and says it would not charge royalties for that case; the filings, prompted by Florida naming discussions, are described as unprecedented for a sitting president’s private company and leave future royalties at question.
Peru’s Congress ousts seventh president in a decade, signaling ongoing political volatility
Peru’s Congress voted to remove President José Jeri, marking the country’s seventh president in about ten years and underscoring persistent political upheaval.
Costa Rica thwarted assassination plot, security chief says
A plot to assassinate the Costa Rican president was uncovered, according to the security chief.
Astrophysicist Ray Jayawardhana Named Caltech's 10th President
Dr. Ray Jayawardhana, a renowned astrophysicist and academic leader, has been appointed as Caltech's tenth president, starting July 1, 2026, bringing a strong background in research, administration, and public engagement to advance the institute's mission of fundamental research and exploration.
Nicolas Maduro: From Bus Driver to Venezuela's Controversial Leader
Nicolas Maduro, born in 1962, is the President of Venezuela, having succeeded Hugo Chavez in 2013. His tenure has been marked by economic collapse, political repression, and international sanctions, with widespread allegations of election rigging and human rights abuses. Maduro's government remains controversial, with ongoing protests and international condemnation.