Trump's $14.2m Reflecting Pool Makeover Complete, But Public Reaction Mixed
Donald Trump's $14.2m makeover of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is complete, but public reactions are mixed, with questions over cost and contracting.
Category : Politics
Trump Tariff U-Turn on Whisky Sparks Credit Row Between Scottish Parties
Trump lifts Scotch whisky tariffs, sparking row between SNP and Labour over who deserves credit.
Venezuelans Deported by Trump to El Salvador Describe ‘Horror Movie’ Mega-Prison
Venezuelans deported by Trump to El Salvador describe abuse in mega-prison; 252 repatriated in prisoner swap.
Trump Warns Iran Energy Sites Face Destruction Without Quick Deal
Trump warns Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday or face destruction of energy sites, escalating conflict with expletive-laden ultimatum.
Penscynor Wildlife Park Abandoned After 27 Years
Penscynor Wildlife Park near Neath closed 25 years ago after 27 years, following a chimpanzee escape in 1992. Now abandoned.
Trump Labels Hakeem Jeffries and Candace Owens as 'Low IQ' in Latest Attacks
Trump calls Hakeem Jeffries and Candace Owens 'low IQ' in social media posts, continuing pattern of attacks on minority figures.
Kamala Harris ‘Thinking About’ 2028 Presidential Bid
Kamala Harris says she is 'thinking about' running for president in 2028, criticising Trump and warning on voting rights.
Five-Year-Old Boy Detained by ICE in Minnesota School District
ICE detains five-year-old Minnesota boy and his father, sparking outrage from school officials and the community.
Row Erupts Over Brighton Homeless Being Housed in Eastbourne Hotels
Eastbourne council demands Brighton stop housing homeless in its hotels, citing 11 deaths among those moved out of area.
Mullin Signals Softer FEMA Stance, Sparking Hope for Reform
Markwayne Mullin signals softer FEMA stance, rejecting elimination and pledging reforms, sparking cautious hope among disaster response managers.
Farage Unveils Reform UK Frontbench Team, Warns Against Dissent
Nigel Farage unveils Reform UK frontbench team with ex-Tories Jenrick and Braverman, warns against dissent, and sets out policy plans.
Boy George Reacts to San Marino Eurovision Exit
Boy George thanks fans after failing to reach Eurovision final with San Marino, addressing critics on social media.
'We don't want him': Dance Against Vance protest in Cotswolds
Protest in Charlbury against US VP JD Vance's holiday and policies, with 100 people gathering for a 'not welcome' party.
Pentagon Prepares for Ground Operations in Iran as US Troop Numbers Rise
Pentagon prepares ground ops in Iran as 3,500 US troops arrive; lawmakers react to reports and potential congressional approval.
Lottery Winner Murdered and Buried Under Concrete by Friend
Florida lottery winner Abraham Shakespeare was murdered and buried under concrete by friend DeeDee Moore, who was convicted and sentenced to life.
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe Named New Strictly Come Dancing Hosts
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe announced as new Strictly Come Dancing hosts for 2026 series.
Nine Years On, Grenfell Bereaved Still Await Justice
Nine years after the Grenfell Tower fire, bereaved and survivors gather for the final anniversary before demolition. With potential charges looming, the wait for justice continues.
New Jersey Immigration Scam Exposed In Major Investigation
Four people arraigned in New Jersey for running fake law firm and staging sham court proceedings to scam immigrants, DOJ says.
Texas Town Exodus Foreshadows Trump Public Housing Plan
A Texas town's public housing exodus after a mistaken eviction notice foreshadows the impact of a Trump plan to remove noncitizens from public housing.
Trump Accuses Zelensky of Jeopardising Imminent Peace Deal
Trump accuses Zelensky of jeopardising peace deal, hints US may recognise Russian control of Crimea, as London summit is downgraded.
Senate Republicans Block Bid to Halt Trump's £1.4bn Ally Fund
Senate Republicans narrowly block Democratic bid to stop Trump's £1.4bn fund for allies, as three GOP senators defect.
Delta Goodrem Praised After Fourth-Place Eurovision Finish
Delta Goodrem finishes fourth at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, praised as 'phenomenal' and 'iconic' by fans and PM Albanese.
NSW medicinal cannabis users may soon drive without severe penalties under proposed reforms
NSW proposes reforms allowing medicinal cannabis users to drive without severe penalties, balancing road safety and patient needs.
Outrage Over Police Advice After Mackay Sexual Assaults
Australians criticise police advice after two women sexually assaulted in Mackay, urging focus on perpetrators instead of victim behaviour.
Binman's 13-Word Rule to Avoid Rubbish Left Behind
Refuse collector Ashley warns against jumping in bins and overloading them to avoid breakages and injuries.
Royal Academy of Music Bars Private School Students From New Foundation Course
Royal Academy of Music launches foundation course for state-educated students only, sparking debate over discrimination and widening access.
Bachelorette Casting of Mormon Wives Star Sparks Fan Debate
Taylor Frankie Paul, star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, is cast as the next Bachelorette, sparking fan debate over her controversial past.
Dr Hook Co-Frontman Dennis Locorriere Dies at 76
Dennis Locorriere, Dr Hook co-frontman and singer of When You’re in Love With a Beautiful Woman, dies aged 76 after kidney disease.
ARN Loses £22m in Ads Over Kyle and Jackie O Content
ARN Media lost £22m in advertising revenue due to brand safety concerns over the Kyle and Jackie O Show, leading to a £26.4m loss in 2025/26.
Trump's Memorial Day Remarks Spark Backlash in UK
Trump's Memorial Day speech at Arlington mixes tributes with partisan attacks, sparking UK backlash.
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