The International Monetary Fund could be based in Beijing in a decade if growth trends for China and other big emerging markets continue and these are reflected in the Fund's voting structure, IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde said on Monday, according to Reuters.

Sean Spicer

The White House Press Secretary, Sean Spicer, has resigned, reportedly in protest over a shake-up of the communications team.

Uruguay

Pharmacies in Uruguay on Wednesday began selling cannabis (popularly called Indian hemp) directly to consumers, culminating in a long and pioneering legalisation effort that began over three years ago.

US Congress

Leaders of both parties in the US Congress have agreed on legislation that allows fresh sanctions to punish Russia for alleged election meddling.

Senator John Mccain

Former Republican presidential candidate and Arizona Senator, John Mccain has be diagnosed with brain cancer known as glioblastoma. According to The Guardian, the development was made known in a statement issued by a Mccain's office. The statement hinted that the 80 year old Senator was recuperating fast and would resume legislative duties soon.

Latest national poll conducted by Bloomberg indicates that the approval rating of Hillary Clinton, the former Presidential Candidate in the last US election has dropped significantly. Figures obtained from the report revealed that only 39% of Americans currently view the Former Secretary of State favorably, two points lower than President Trump’s 41%.