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Texas Democrats flee the state to block controversial redistricting vote

In a dramatic political standoff, Texas Democratic lawmakers have fled their state to prevent a vote on a redistricting bill that could significantly reshape the U.S. Congress by favoring Republican interests. On Monday, the Texas House of Representatives was scheduled to vote on a controversial bill......

US Congress unveils bill to classify Polisario as a terrorist group

The US Congress has officially published the text of a bipartisan bill introduced in June by Republican Congressman Joe Wilson. The proposed legislation builds a case for designating the Polisario Front as a foreign terrorist organization, citing its links to Hezbollah and Iran, as well as its destabilizing......

House Republicans push Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ through despite internal divisions

House Speaker Mike Johnson faced significant challenges rallying Republican lawmakers to pass President Donald Trump’s signature “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a sweeping tax and spending package that narrowly cleared a procedural hurdle in the early hours of Thursday morning. The legislation,......

US Congress bans WhatsApp to protect digital sovereignty

On June 23, 2025, the United States Congress issued an official directive through the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives to prohibit the use of WhatsApp on all government-issued devices used by members and staff. The ban applies to smartphones, laptops, and access via WhatsApp......

Sánchez faces Congress amid mounting pressure over corruption allegations

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will appear before Congress following revelations about alleged corruption involving his close ally, Santos Cerdán. This follows the release of a damning report by the Civil Guard’s UCO unit and Sánchez’s limited response at a recent......

Peruvian Congress urges support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Moroccan Sahara

The Peruvian Congress has called on its government to endorse Morocco's sovereignty over Moroccan Sahara while urging international organizations to investigate and sanction crimes attributed to the Polisario Front. In a motion approved by the majority, the Congress emphasized the longstanding......

Partido Popular strengthens internal structure ahead of congress

The Partido Popular (PP) led by Alberto Núñez Feijóo has embarked on a strategic initiative aimed at fortifying its internal structure and modernizing its organization. In preparation for the forthcoming congress scheduled for July 5 and 6 in Madrid, the party seeks to redefine its......

Strengthening tourism ties: 400 French decision makers gather in Agadir-Taghazout

The Agadir-Taghazout seaside resort is the backdrop for the annual congress of the Entreprises du Voyage (EDV), taking place from May 15 to 18. This significant event, supported by Morocco’s Tourism Office (ONMT), aims to fortify the connections between French and Moroccan tourism professionals. According......

Understanding Spain's 75% flight discount for Canary and Balearic residents

Seventy-five percent discounts on flights are now available for many residents of Spain's islands, a benefit that significantly eases the financial burden of travel for those living in the Canary and Balearic Islands, as well as Ceuta and Melilla. This initiative is designed to alleviate the high......