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rediff.comKash Patel's Net Worth Estimated at $6 Million After FBI Appointment
Kash Patel reported over $2 million in 2024 income from consulting, speeches, media work and book sales. He sold assets and declined compensation after taking the FBI director position, which pays $183,100 annually.
koreaherald.comIsraeli Defense Minister Responds to Satire Show Portrayal
Defense Minister Israel Katz criticized a comedian portraying him on a popular Israeli television program. The minister used strong language in comments about the performance.
rightwingwatch.orgRubio and Hegseth to Speak at Christian Prayer Event Tied to U.S. 250th Birthday
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are scheduled to speak at a Christian prayer festival that forms part of the observances for the nation's 250th anniversary. The event brings together government officials with religious programming. Details about…
BSP Governor Tops List of Highest Paid Philippine Government Officials in 2025
BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. received gross annual compensation of P52.77 million in 2025, the highest among government officials. Fifteen of the top 20 highest-paid officials are from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, according to a review of the Commission on Audit report. The…
abcnews.go.comCommerce Secretary Lutnick Visited Epstein Island in 2012
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told House lawmakers he was surprised when Jeffrey Epstein invited him to his private island in 2012. Lutnick said he had previously cut ties with Epstein in 2005 but records show continued contact including the island lunch. The admission came d…
news.sky.comUK Transport Secretary Dismisses Leadership Election Calls and Praises Keir Starmer
The UK transport secretary stated that people suggesting a leadership election should reconsider their position. The official praised Keir Starmer's leadership and noted that change requires time. The comments were reported amid discussions on political leadership.
rferl.orgTreasury Official Departs After Privacy Dispute, Expected to Take OECD Role
A Treasury official has left his position following concerns over federal monitoring of payments. The departure involved a clash with the White House on privacy issues related to international transactions from the Minneapolis area. He is likely to move to a post at the OECD.
tass.comSouth Korean President Lee Accepts Resignations of Two Senior Aides Planning By-Election Bids
President Lee Jae Myung approved the resignations of presidential secretary Ha Jung-woo and spokesperson Jeon Eun-soo on April 28, 2026. Both officials are expected to contest parliamentary seats in upcoming by-elections on the Democratic Party ticket. The moves come amid prepara…
middleeasteye.net31-Year-Old Man Fires Shotgun at Security Checkpoint During White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A 31-year-old man from California was thwarted by agents after allegedly rushing a security checkpoint and firing a shotgun inside the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The incident prompted an FBI raid on his family home in Torrance. Attendees, inc…
nypost.comThe View Co-Hosts Criticize RFK Jr.'s Health Policies
Co-hosts of ABC's The View expressed concerns about Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s fitness for office and the administration's health policies during a Thursday broadcast. They referenced his Senate hearings and past personal struggles. The discussion…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFBI Director Kash States He Has Taken Fewer Days Off and Lowered Crime
FBI Director Kash stated that he has been on the job twice as many days as previous directors. He added that this means he has taken half as many days off as those before him. He also mentioned taking a third, though the statement was incomplete.
newrepublic.comHealth Secretary Kennedy Plans Vaccine Safety Campaign Post-Midterms
Recent actions indicate that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could resume questioning the safety and effectiveness of vaccines following the midterm elections. The suggestion comes amid reports of vaccines being widely popular. The midterm elections are scheduled for Novem…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIsraeli Prime Minister Requests Postponement of Testimony in Ongoing Trial
The Israeli prime minister has requested a postponement of his testimony in a corruption trial, citing classified security and political reasons. This marks the second such request in the case. The trial involves allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust against the prim…