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Starmer criticised over Mandelson's State Banquet invitation

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under fire for inviting controversial peer Lord Mandelson to the King's State Banquet, with critics warning it risks causing significant embarrassment to the monarchy during a crucial diplomatic event with Japanese Empero

Trump Slashes Vital US Health Aid to Africa

The Trump administration has made a drastic cut to US health aid for Africa, pulling millions from critical programmes fighting AIDS, malaria, and other diseases, a move experts warn will have devastating consequences.

Starmer Condemns Proposed Trump UK State Visit

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has publicly opposed a potential UK state visit by Donald Trump, branding it an insult to firefighters facing austerity. The move signals a major diplomatic stance ahead of the US election.

BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs

The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.

Trump Vows Drastic Foreign Aid Cuts If Re-Elected

Former US President Donald Trump vows to drastically cut foreign aid and overhaul international spending if re-elected, targeting organisations like the WHO and UN and pledging to renegotiate fundamental agreements, a move set to redefine global alliances

Triple Lock Fails Half a Million Older Pensioners

Exclusive analysis reveals a stark generational divide as the Triple Lock mechanism fails to uplift the incomes of nearly half a million pensioners on the old state pension, creating a two-tier system for the elderly.

Macron's ally threatens to collapse government over budget cuts

François Bayrou, a key centrist ally of President Macron, has issued a stark ultimatum to the French government, threatening to vote against the 2025 budget and potentially trigger a political crisis over controversial spending cuts. The move exposes deep

Florida State Football Star Shot in Alabama Incident

Florida State Seminoles football recruit Ethan Pritchard is in stable condition after being shot in Alabama. The promising linebacker was caught in a late-night incident, with investigations ongoing.

UK to recognise Palestinian state, Lammy to tell MPs

Foreign Secretary David Lammy declares the UK will push forward with plans to recognise a Palestinian state, urging European allies to join a coordinated diplomatic effort for a two-state solution.

Boko Haram kills 40 farmers in Nigeria's Borno State

In a devastating new attack, Boko Haram militants have killed at least 40 farmers in Nigeria's restive Borno State, highlighting the ongoing security crisis in the region despite government claims of control.

Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k

Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.

Gabbard's Deep State Purge: Axes Half of Spy Staff

In a move sending shockwaves through Washington, former Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard has overseen a massive restructuring of a US spy agency, dismissing nearly half of its staff in what insiders are calling an 'earthquake' within the in

Trump slams spending bill, vows tax cuts

Former US President Donald Trump has criticised the latest spending bill, calling it a 'disgrace' while reaffirming his commitment to tax cuts and healthcare reform.

Reeves' Budget: Tax Hikes & Spending Cuts

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a challenging budget with tax hikes and spending cuts to tackle the UK's rising borrowing costs. What does this mean for households and businesses?

Trump's State Department purge sparks outcry

The Trump administration's sweeping dismissals and funding reductions at the US State Department have ignited fierce criticism, raising concerns over diplomatic stability.

Trump's $9.4B cuts target NPR, PBS in major win

Former President Donald Trump achieves a significant political win as $9.4 billion in spending cuts are approved, slashing funding for NPR and PBS in a move critics call radical.

Trump Slashes California National Guard Funds

The Trump administration has significantly reduced funding for the California National Guard, raising concerns over state security and emergency response capabilities.

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