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WASPI women launch legal battle against DWP

Millions of women born in the 1950s secure major breakthrough as WASPI campaign forces DWP to court over state pension age changes in landmark legal challenge.

Peru Declares Emergency Amid Widespread Protests

Peruvian President José Jerí imposes 30-day state of emergency as violent protests sweep the nation, suspending constitutional rights and deploying military forces to restore order.

State Pension Set for Major 2024 Increase

Millions of pensioners could see their state pension payments increase significantly next year as the government confirms the triple lock mechanism will remain in place, potentially delivering the second-largest rise in history.

LA declares emergency against ICE crackdowns

Los Angeles triggers political firestorm by declaring emergency to combat ICE operations, deploying legal resources and funding to protect undocumented migrants in direct challenge to federal authorities.

LA declares emergency as ICE hunts migrants

Los Angeles plunges into crisis as former Florida AG Pam Bondi claims city officials are illegally obstructing federal immigration enforcement while declaring emergency against ICE operations.

New Jersey Emergency: Hurricane Threatens State

Governor Phil Murphy takes decisive action as dangerous hurricane approaches New Jersey, with life-threatening storm surge and destructive winds forecast to batter the coastline.

Cyclone Emergency: NT declares state of emergency

The Northern Territory government has declared a 48-hour state of emergency for Darwin and surrounding areas as Tropical Cyclone Seroja approaches. Thousands are without power, schools are closed, and residents are urged to take immediate shelter.

NYC Mayor Adams Declares Emergency Over Migrant Crisis

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has taken unprecedented action, declaring a state of emergency to address the overwhelming influx of asylum seekers. The city is struggling to provide shelter and services as resources are stretched to their limit.

UK Formally Recognises Palestinian State

In a historic move, the UK has announced official recognition of Palestine as a state. The decision, announced by Foreign Secretary David Cameron, aims to accelerate peace efforts and a two-state solution with Israel.

Nations recognise Palestine, sparking Israeli fury

A significant diplomatic shift is underway as multiple European and Latin American countries formally recognise Palestinian statehood, triggering fierce condemnation from Israeli officials who label the moves a 'reward for terrorism'.

UK mulls 'performative' recognition of Palestinian state

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper signals a potential Labour government shift, suggesting the UK could symbolically recognise a Palestinian state to pressure Israel on West Bank settlements and restart peace talks.

Starmer: UK could recognise Palestinian state pre-deal

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer declares UK could formally recognise a Palestinian state before a final peace deal with Israel, marking a significant shift in British foreign policy and sparking intense debate.

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