Republican leaders in Congress are blasting Chinese officials for opposing the repeal of Biden-era power plant regulations, saying Beijing’s comments prove China wants the U.S. to stay shackled by red tape that weakens domestic energy supply.
New York City’s mayoral race has entered a new phase following Mayor Eric Adams’ announcement that he would not seek reelection. His exit clears the path for Democratic Socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani, who released a video message Sunday framing the election as a historic turning point for city politics.
In a dramatic shift from its open-borders approach, the Republic of Ireland will now pay migrant families up to €10,000 ($11,700) to voluntarily withdraw their asylum claims and return to their home countries. The policy, announced by Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan, nearly doubles the previous payouts for voluntary returns.
Alabama continues to earn national recognition as a leading destination for business investment, with Area Development magazine ranking the state among the top performers in its 2025 Top States for Business report. The annual ranking highlights states that excel in attracting and supporting economic growth.