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Winter Fuel Payment Deadline: Claim £300 by Jan 28
The final deadline to report missing Winter Fuel Payments of up to £300 is approaching. Find out how to contact the DWP if you haven't received your payment by January 28, 2026.
US triples visa bond list, 38 nations face up to $15K fee
The US State Department has nearly tripled the number of countries whose citizens must pay a visa bond of up to $15,000. The new rules, effective 21 January 2026, target 38 nations.
US triples list of nations subject to $15k visa bonds
The Trump administration has expanded its visa bond scheme to 38 countries, requiring travellers to post bonds of up to $15,000. The move makes US visas unaffordable for many.
US triples visa bond list, demands up to $15,000
The Trump administration expands its visa bond programme to 38 countries, requiring payments of up to $15,000. The move makes US visas unaffordable for many. Read the full list of affected nations.
Check now for missing DWP Christmas bonus payment
Millions on DWP benefits are urged to verify receipt of the annual £10 Christmas bonus. If missing, contact the relevant office before the deadline passes.
Older People Warned They Could Miss DWP Christmas Payment
Millions received a £10 DWP Christmas Bonus, but some pensioners risk missing out. Check eligibility and what to do if your payment hasn't arrived.
Trump recalls 30 ambassadors in holiday purge
President Trump orders 30 Biden-appointed ambassadors home, creating major diplomatic gaps. Experts fear a retreat of US influence, particularly in Africa. Read the full analysis.
Trump Recalls 30 Ambassadors in Diplomatic Purge
The Trump administration has ordered nearly 30 career diplomats home from posts worldwide, leaving key embassies without leadership. Critics warn it undermines US credibility. Read the full story.
Trump recalls 30 ambassadors in diplomatic shake-up
The Trump administration has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats, a move critics call a purge of the professional foreign service. Read the full analysis of this unprecedented diplomatic reshuffle.
Trump Administration Recalls Dozens of US Diplomats
The Trump administration has ordered the immediate recall of dozens of senior US diplomats from posts worldwide, sparking a major foreign policy shake-up. Read the full analysis.
Trump's DoJ Releases Epstein Files on Deadline
The US Justice Department has published thousands of documents from the Jeffrey Epstein investigations. Explore the details and political fallout of this long-awaited release.
Michigan State gets historic $401M gift for school and sports
Michigan State University receives a transformative $401 million donation from Greg and Dawn Williams, the largest in its history, to boost academics and athletics. Discover the impact.
US Travel Ban Expansion to Over 30 Countries
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reveals plans to widen the US travel ban to more than 30 nations, citing security concerns. Read the latest on this major immigration policy shift.
US Peace Institute Renamed for Trump in Legal Spat
The US Institute of Peace has been renamed after Donald Trump, sparking a legal fight. Read the full story on the controversial rebranding and ongoing court battle.
Trump mulls travel ban expansion to 32 countries
The Trump administration is reportedly considering extending its travel ban to 32 countries following a deadly shooting in Washington, D.C. Get the latest updates.
Government to Reconsider Waspi Pension Compensation
The UK government has agreed to a 'speedy and thorough' reconsideration of compensation for Waspi women, cancelling a key court hearing. A decision is expected by February 24.
Madonna condemns Trump over World AIDS Day snub
Pop icon Madonna criticises the Trump administration for ending official World AIDS Day commemorations, calling the move 'ridiculous'. Read her full response and the official defence.
$30M Settlement for Teen Killed in Faulty Crosswalk
A grieving Seattle family secures a $30 million settlement after their 13-year-old son was killed due to a faulty pedestrian crossing signal. Discover how this tragedy is driving change.
US Ends World Aids Day Commemoration After 35 Years
The US State Department has reportedly instructed staff to cease public promotion of World Aids Day, marking a significant policy shift in the global fight against HIV/Aids.
Trump Ends World AIDS Day Tradition
The US State Department has halted its World AIDS Day commemorations, a tradition since 1993. Discover the implications for global HIV funding and awareness.
DWP £10 Christmas Bonus: Who Qualifies & How
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is paid automatically to those on qualifying benefits from Monday. Find out if you're eligible and how you'll receive the tax-free payment.
US universities face state department funding ban
Harvard, Yale and Stanford among dozens of US universities at risk of being excluded from a key State Department research partnership over diversity hiring practices. Discover the implications.
State Pension deferral can boost income by £700 a year
Brits nearing retirement can boost their State Pension by nearly £700 annually by deferring claims. Discover if this little-known DWP option is right for you.
Trump's DoJ sues California over student tuition policy
The US Justice Department has launched a lawsuit against California, challenging its policy of offering in-state tuition and financial aid to undocumented students. Discover the legal battle's implications.
US Launches Campaign to Restore Civility in Air Travel
US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy launches 'civility campaign' urging passengers to improve behaviour and dress respectfully. Can we bring back the golden age of travel?
US Education Department dismantled amid staff outrage
Trump administration transfers key education programmes to other agencies as staff describe complete loss of morale and chaotic working conditions. Read the full investigation.
Missouri pursues $25bn from China over COVID
Missouri escalates its bid to seize Chinese assets to collect a $25bn COVID damages ruling. The legal battle centres on alleged PPE hoarding. Discover the details.
US cuts 38 universities from research over DEI policies
The US State Department plans to remove Harvard, Yale and 36 other universities from its Diplomacy Lab research partnership programme due to diversity hiring practices. Discover the full implications.
US Education Dept Dismantled as Trump Pushes Closure
The Trump administration is accelerating its plan to shut down the US Education Department, transferring major grant programmes to other agencies. Discover the implications.
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