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Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is facing increasing international pressure to testify under oath regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case.

A new proposal in Florida aims to allow certain sectors to pay employees in training less than the state's current minimum wage of $14 per hour to encourage skill development, sparking controversy among lawmakers.

A researcher from the Catholic organization 'Opus Dei' has proposed new moral sex education materials to be introduced in Latvian educational institutions during a meeting with lawmakers.

Internal DOJ emails reveal special counsel Jack Smith's efforts to obtain phone records of several Republican lawmakers related to the 2020 election probe.

Wyoming's legislature has enacted a six-week abortion ban, with significant backlash from lawmakers who view it as an affront to voters.

Lithuanian lawmakers propose a new provision to offer residents who haven't regained their land an option for an equivalent plot for individual construction.

Taiwan's lawmakers have given the green light for the government to sign four arms agreements with the United States, despite funding proposals for these and other arms yet to be approved.

The Brazilian National Treasury has issued a new decree that aims to improve the tracking of parliamentary amendments, which are funds allocated by lawmakers for their electoral bases.

Czech lawmakers have approved a new budget that allocates funding for infrastructure, research, and sports initiatives.

California lawmakers are responding to the case of David Allen Funston, a convicted child predator, who pleaded not guilty to a new charge after being approved for release under the Elderly Parole Program.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned a bomb plot inspired by ISIS without using the term 'radical Islamic terror,' prompting criticism from Republican lawmakers.

Congress is considering new funding for military operations in Iran as costs rise, amid internal debates among lawmakers.

Lawmakers' lawyers argue that the proposed grounds for dismissing the director of the Lithuanian National Radio and Television (LRT) are subjective and potentially open to various interpretations.

Two lawmakers in Argentina have introduced a new proposal to ensure 80% salary payment during sickness leave after the government removed a controversial provision from labor reform.

Somalia has passed a new constitution allowing for the direct election of lawmakers by the public for the first time since the civil war.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has been summoned for a new congressional hearing regarding the handling of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, amid criticisms from lawmakers.

The Argentine government is hastening discussions on the Glaciers Law, anticipating a split vote among Peronist lawmakers as the debate begins this week.

The Japanese Liberal Democratic Party is facing challenges in training a large number of newly elected representatives following a historic victory in the House of Representatives elections.

Hillary Clinton is testifying before the House Oversight Committee regarding the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, amid accusations of politically motivated targeting by Republicans.

Democratic lawmakers in several states are proposing bills to prevent new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) employees from obtaining civil service jobs.

EU lawmakers have postponed a vote on the trade agreement with the US, pending clarity on new tariffs announced by President Trump.

Donald Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers of hampering economic growth as new data releases show lower-than-expected growth rates in the US economy.

Eighteen new lawmakers in Japan have joined the Aso faction of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, marking a significant shift back to factional politics amidst a backdrop of political instability.

A new study exposes how former Nigerian Minister Femi Fani-Kayode spread a satirical story as fact, misleading lawmakers and the media.

A group of lawmakers from Poland 2050 has left the party to form a new parliamentary club in the Sejm, citing internal conflicts and a desire for more effective collaboration.

New Mexico has authorized a comprehensive investigation into Zorro Ranch, the property owned by Jeffrey Epstein, amidst allegations of trafficking and sexual assault.

Rahul Gandhi has emerged as a prominent face of the opposition by attacking Prime Minister Modi and his policies during the parliamentary budget session, showcasing a new aggressive style that has energized Congress lawmakers and aims to unite the opposition for future political battles.

Virginia's Democratic lawmakers are rapidly advancing a new congressional map that may increase their representation ahead of the midterm elections.

The new reform of the Chamber's regulations aims to penalize lawmakers who switch parties by limiting their ability to transfer party contributions.

U.S. lawmakers are advocating for a new bill aimed at addressing religious persecution in Nigeria, emphasizing the need to hold the federal government accountable.

Tensions erupted in the Turkish Parliament during the swearing-in ceremony of new Justice and Interior ministers, resulting in physical altercations among lawmakers.

Peronist lawmakers in Argentina are divided over the new juvenile criminal regime, with some supporting a reduction in the age of criminal responsibility while others oppose it.

Polish lawmakers from the ruling party PiS have filed a complaint with the Constitutional Tribunal challenging the legal provisions related to the election of new judges.

Reports indicate that Coupang is leveraging strong supporters in U.S. politics to exert pressure on South Korea, raising new tensions between the two countries as American politicians press for information on a Korean investigation into the company.

Bipartisan lawmakers are advocating for a subpoena of Bill Gates in relation to allegations connected to Jeffrey Epstein, amid efforts to address new disclosures from Epstein's files.

The article discusses the implications of a new German law allowing potential reintroduction of conscription in light of pandemic-era triage debates, highlighting the ethical considerations for lawmakers.

Maryland House lawmakers have approved a new congressional map supported by Democrats, despite warnings from state Senate leaders about potential political and legal consequences.

U.S. lawmakers held discussions with the Danish Prime Minister regarding Greenland, highlighting the strategic importance of the Arctic region.

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has proposed establishing a new agency with a budget of US$2.5 billion to increase the production of rare earths in an effort to reduce reliance on China.

Ugandans are voting in a high-stakes election for a new president and lawmakers, with heightened security measures and an internet shutdown in effect.

Three lawmakers have publicly stated in a video that they are under investigation by federal prosecutors.

Republican lawmakers are attempting to halt initiatives aimed at limiting former President Trump's influence over U.S. policy in Venezuela.

Republican lawmakers privately dismissed former President Trump's claims of a stolen 2020 election during confidential testimony.

Ukrainian lawmakers rejected President Volodymyr Zelensky's attempt to appoint former Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal as the new Minister of Energy amidst ongoing criticism and the backdrop of the war with Russia.

The Department of Homeland Security has implemented a new policy that restricts federal lawmakers from visiting an immigration detention facility in Minneapolis, despite a court ruling affirming their right to do so.

Rep. Ilhan Omar and other Minnesota lawmakers were expelled from an ICE facility in Minneapolis due to a new rule requiring advance notification for congressional visits.

Five Republican lawmakers have diverged from former President Trump's stance regarding war powers related to Venezuela.

U.S. lawmakers have expressed divided opinions following classified briefings regarding the situation in Venezuela.

Rubio informed legislators that Trump has expressed interest in purchasing Greenland.

Trump administration officials have provided briefings to leading lawmakers regarding a raid connected to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.