2025 US Federal Holidays: Extra Christmas Days Off
US federal employees will enjoy 13 holidays in 2025, including two extra days off around Christmas. Discover the full list of official dates and what it means for workers.
US federal employees will enjoy 13 holidays in 2025, including two extra days off around Christmas. Discover the full list of official dates and what it means for workers.
President Trump signs executive order giving federal staff Christmas Eve and Boxing Day off, after earlier criticising 'non-working holidays' like Juneteenth. Read the full story.
President Trump signs an order giving federal employees Christmas Eve and Boxing Day off in 2025, a move following his criticism of too many national holidays. Read the full story.
A federal judge moves to block hundreds of layoffs at US agencies, citing a law passed to end the government shutdown. Read the latest on this legal setback.
Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro confesses to attempting to break his ankle monitor, leading to his incarceration. A court unanimously ruled to uphold his arrest. Read the full details.
Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro confesses to tampering with his ankle monitor, leading to his incarceration. A court rules he must remain under arrest. Read the full story.
Brazil's federal police have arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro preemptively, days before his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt was due to begin. Discover the full story.
A federal judge has ruled Washington DC police illegally seized a gun and criticised prosecutors for relying on testimony from an officer with credibility concerns. Read the full details.
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen creates history by securing Brazil's maiden World Cup skiing victory in Levi, Finland. Discover how this former Norwegian champion is changing the sport.
Brazil's former human rights minister Silvio Almeida faces formal sexual misconduct charges. Police investigation complete as prosecutors decide on trial. Read the latest developments.
US authorities search for Keith Michael Lisa, 51, accused of threatening Trump's attorney Alina Habba with a bat. Read the latest on this breaking security incident.
A federal judge has barred the Trump administration from immediately cutting funding to the University of California over discrimination claims. Discover the legal battle's implications.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer pledges UK support for Brazil hosting crucial 2025 climate summit during landmark meeting with President Lula, signalling major shift in environmental diplomacy.
An unexpected moment of protocol confusion unfolded at the environmental summit as Prince William and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appeared to fumble a handshake with President Lula da Silva, creating a viral diplomatic incident.
A London man's viral video reveals Metropolitan Police officers refusing to identify themselves during a stop, raising serious questions about police accountability and public rights.
The Prince of Wales and Labour leader join forces in high-level talks with Brazilian officials to combat Amazon deforestation and climate change.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen abruptly cancels high-profile Brazil visit following controversial remarks about the Amazon rainforest, sparking diplomatic tensions.
In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, King Charles III has secured Brazil's commitment to vital environmental cooperation, marking a significant shift in international climate policy.
The Prince of Wales embarks on a significant four-day visit to Brazil, championing the Earthshot Prize and strengthening UK-Brazil relations through environmental diplomacy and community engagement.
Thousands of residents take to the streets of Rio de Janeiro after the most lethal police operation in the city's history leaves communities in mourning and demanding justice.
Brazilian authorities face mounting criticism after police helicopter opens fire in Rio de Janeiro favela, killing suspected drug traffickers and raising serious human rights concerns.
Heavily armed officers raid eight educational institutions in Rio's Complexo da Maré favela, arresting 30 suspects and seizing weapons in dramatic crackdown on school drug trafficking.
A brutal police operation in Rio's Complexo da Serrinha has become Brazil's most lethal raid, leaving 46 dead and exposing deep tensions in the city's security strategy.
A violent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Penha favela has left multiple residents dead, raising serious human rights concerns and drawing condemnation from officials.
Brazil's President launches dramatic military intervention in Rio de Janeiro schools to combat drug gang influence and restore safety for students and teachers.
Brazilian security forces unleash unprecedented violence in Rio de Janeiro favelas, leaving dozens dead in what's being called the deadliest police operation in the nation's history.
Brazilian authorities have launched one of the largest police operations in Rio de Janeiro's history, leaving 64 suspected gang members dead after coordinated raids across the city's most dangerous favelas.
Brazilian security forces storm Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Penha favela in one of the city's most violent police operations, resulting in multiple fatalities and widespread terror among residents.
Shocking independent review exposes systemic failures at Charing Cross police station, revealing discrimination, bullying and toxic behaviour within Metropolitan Police ranks.
Shocking armed assault on education officials in Rio de Janeiro leaves vehicles riddled with bullets, prompting urgent police response and raising security concerns.