Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, and its sister city Omdurman have been engulfed in violent clashes between the Sudanese Army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group. The escalating conflict has claimed at least three lives and left dozens injured.

Montana's House of Representatives voted 54-43 on Friday to ban the social media app TikTok, making it the first state with a total ban on the app if Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signs it into law. The bill would prohibit downloads of TikTok and fine any "entity" – an app store or TikTok – $10,000 per day for each time someone offers access or download capabilities.

Former President Donald Trump's campaign raised a combined $18.8 million in the first quarter of 2023 through his joint fundraising committee and his campaign, according to new figures provided by his campaign. The hefty sum was split between the former president’s political action committee, Save America, and his official reelection effort.

Long Island Rep. George Santos (R-NY) is set to announce his reelection campaign on Monday in Washington D.C., despite facing multiple calls for resignation from both parties following a series of lies about his personal and professional life. Despite these challenges, insiders still believe Santos can raise between $500,000 and $750,000 in the second quarter of 2023.

HBO host Bill Maher has cautioned that the criminal indictment of former President Donald Trump could backfire on his opponents by comparing it to the impeachment of then-President Bill Clinton in 1998. In a recent episode of *Real Time with Bill Maher*, the talk show host noted that after going through impeachment over extramarital affairs and perjury accusations, Clinton emerged with an approval rating of 73 percent.

The three striking unions of Rutgers University have reached a tentative agreement that could end the four-month strike, which revolved around pay increases, teaching conditions, and health care coverage. The deal includes a 43.8 percent increase in the per-credit salary rate for part-time lecturers over the four years of the contract, as well as an increase in minimum salary for postdoctoral fellows and associates by 27.9 percent over the same period.

Pepetine, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) and ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ANIP) have been found to be largely controlled by institutional shareholders who hold 74% and 60% of the respective companies' stakes. This suggests that these groups wield significant influence over both companies' share prices.

UK criminologist Professor John Coxhead, a policing specialist at the University of East London, revealed that international criminal businesses operating in Britain are generating "eye-watering" sums of money by buying and selling drugs and firearms around the world. This comes in the wake of the conviction of Thomas Cashman, 34, for the fatal shooting of Olivia Pratt-Korbel, 9, in August 2022.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was unharmed after an explosion was heard at a port in Saikazaki Port, western Wakayama Prefecture. The sound was accompanied by smoke, but no injuries were reported and there were no signs of combustion.

A new study conducted by the Resolution Foundation has discovered that one in six young adults aged 18-34 are living in poor-quality housing across the UK. This situation is resulting in significant physical and mental health risks for those affected.

Jack Teixeira, a 21-year-old Air National Guardsman, was arrested on Friday in North Dighton, Massachusetts and charged with leaking classified documents. The Pentagon has taken steps to clamp down on who can access sensitive classified material, while Congress is vowing to investigate exactly what happened and why the US intelligence community failed to discover its secrets were sitting on a public internet forum for weeks.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was quickly escorted away from a campaign event in Wakayama today after an unidentified individual threw what appeared to be a smoke bomb at him. The suspect, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was arrested on the scene.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke to a crowd of Republicans at an event in New Hampshire on Saturday, focusing on low-tax fiscal policy, border security, and law and order. During his speech, he addressed the way K-12 public schools handle sensitive subjects such as transgender people while also promoting low taxes and corporate involvement in what he called "woke" activism.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was safely evacuated from a public event in Wakayama after an explosion-like sound was heard, and a "pipe-like object" was thrown near him during his speech. Public broadcaster NHK reported that an explosion sound occurred at the scene, raising concerns for the safety of Mr. Kishida.

In a shocking turn of events, former President Donald Trump has been accused of involvement with an unidentified and self-proclaimed "experienced" floozie. The woman in question allegedly demanded payment from Trump in exchange for her silence on the matter.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was evacuated from a speech venue in the western Japanese city of Wakayama on Saturday after an explosion-like sound was heard, causing panic among attendees. Cell phone videos captured the chaos as smoke filled the area and crowds scattered.

A new financial disclosure report filed by former President Donald Trump reveals a significant increase in the number of his business holdings since leaving the White House. The report provides insight into his personal wealth and income since January 2022, offering an initial glimpse into the state of his extensive business interests as he transitioned back to private life.

Top-secret intelligence documents allegedly leaked by Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira reveal that U.S. intelligence agencies were aware of up to four more Chinese spy balloons in addition to the one that flew over the country earlier this year. The balloons were named after notorious criminals, including Tony Accardo, James 'Whitey' Bulger, and Donald Killeen.

The Petaluma City Council is gearing up for a pivotal discussion on the upcoming April 17 City Council meeting, where they will consider a new draft of its Residential Tenancy Protections ordinance. This important legislation aims to provide increased security and support for residential tenants in the city.

In a remarkable turn of events, U.S. President Joe Biden made a surprise appearance in Ballina, Ireland to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin and The Foreign Group (TFG).

In a shocking and brutal act of violence, a 39-year-old man was repeatedly stabbed at an Upper East Side juice shop on E. 61 Street in New York City.

Two protesters stormed the stage at the New Hampshire Republican Party dinner on Friday, interrupting a speech by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and holding up a sign that said "Jews Against DeSant." Security swiftly removed the women from the stage, allowing De Santis to resume his address.

Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina has found himself in a precarious position as his presidential aspirations take a hit due to recent revelations about his stance on abortion legislation. When asked whether he would support a national ban, Sen. Scott made an abrupt pivot, avoiding the question entirely.

President Joe Biden made a surprise stop in Ireland on Friday, meeting with Rev. Frank O'Grady, a Catholic priest who had given the last rites to his late son, Beau. The president became emotional at the chance encounter and later described the unexpected meeting as "incredible."

A former senior diplomat has issued a stark warning concerning the actions of Russian jets, stating that they have threatened international security by challenging a British surveillance plane and even threatening to take it down. The incident occurred after a Russian pilot mistakenly believed a radar operator on the ground had given him permission to fire on the British jet.

Former Rolling Stone editor and known Intel leaker, Matt Taibbi, has found himself at the center of controversy following his criticism of people who call out Democrats on their illiberal behavior. His analysis of the Twitter Files - an alleged unholy alliance between Silicon Valley and federal authorities - has been met with considerable ire from left-leaning individuals.

A leaked report from The Washington Post has exposed that U.S. intelligence agencies were aware of the existence of multiple Chinese spy balloons beyond the one that traveled across the United States in January and February this year. According to a document allegedly leaked by Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira, officials had knowledge about as many as four other Chinese spy balloons.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) held its annual convention in Texas this week, just days after five people were killed in a shooting at a Louisville bank and six people, including three nine-year-olds, were tragically killed at a school in Nashville. The timing of the meeting also coincides with the two-year anniversary of another mass killing that took place in Indianapolis.

David's Bridal, one of the largest wedding gown retailers in the United States, is set to lay off 82% of its workforce ahead of bankruptcy. The company previously declared bankruptcy in 2018 and is now eliminating a total of 9,236 positions across the country in a desperate attempt to save money.

First Hawaiian Bank (FHB), a leading financial institution in Hawaii, has received an 'outstanding' rating for its remarkable community support efforts. This prestigious recognition was based on the bank's consistent commitment to helping local communities through various initiatives and programs.

Christopher Michael Jackson, 32, of Riverside, California was arrested Wednesday night and booked into the Smith Correctional Facility in Banning on suspicion of multiple counts of burglary. According to police, Jackson has been involved in more than 70 burglaries since July 2021.

A recent study conducted by researchers from the United Kingdom and Portugal has discovered that pets may be capable of passing on drug-resistant superbugs to their owners. While the risk of falling ill as a direct result remains low, this finding could potentially play a significant role in understanding the spread of superbug infections.

Former President Donald Trump has filed a financial disclosure form with the Federal Election Commission, providing the first detailed glimpse into his finances since leaving office. The form reveals earnings from his "Truth Social" social network venture, as well as income generated from his digital trading cards released in December.