Trump congratulates Swinney as SNP defeats Labour in Scotland
Donald Trump congratulates John Swinney after SNP defeats Labour in Scotland, in a post seen as a swipe at Keir Starmer.
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Sanders: 'God help us all' over Trump adviser's oil price comments
Bernie Sanders criticises Trump adviser Kevin Hassett's oil price optimism as war in Iran fuels rising petrol costs and economic uncertainty.
Pam Bondi sacked as US attorney general amid Epstein files row
Donald Trump fires attorney general Pam Bondi over Epstein files handling and failure to prosecute political enemies, appointing Todd Blanche as acting replacement.
Russian village emptied as men leave for Ukraine war
Kerchomya, a remote Russian village, has lost a third of its working-age men to the war in Ukraine, leaving families grieving and labour shortages.
Diane Abbott suspended by Labour again over racism remarks
Diane Abbott suspended by Labour again after defending past remarks on racism; Starmer faces backlash as he cracks down on rebel MPs.
Delhi Police Booked in Himachal After AI Summit Protest Arrests
Delhi police officers who arrested three protesters in Himachal Pradesh were themselves booked after a standoff with local police, who accused them of kidnapping.
UK Dignitas membership rises 24% as Scotland moves closer to assisted dying law
UK Dignitas membership rose 24% in 2023 to 1,900; Scottish parliament set to consider assisted dying bill. Britons second largest group.
Reeves Faces Pre-Budget Turmoil as OBR Leak Adds to Chaos
Reeves' Budget overshadowed by leaked plans and OBR's accidental early release, with markets steady but no surprises in speech.
Cabinet Ministers Warn Labour MPs Against Ousting Starmer
Cabinet ministers warn Labour MPs against ousting Keir Starmer after expected poor local election results, saying a leadership contest would unleash party chaos.
Trump's anniversary event: a subdued briefing on 'achievements'
President Trump's first-anniversary press conference was a subdued affair, featuring a display of 'achievements' and claims about Minnesota crime, Ilhan Omar, and the economy.
Corbyn and Sturgeon Clash in Final Scottish Campaign Push
Corbyn and Sturgeon clash over Scottish marginal seats as polls suggest SNP gains from Labour and Conservatives.
Sonny Rollins, legendary jazz saxophonist, dies aged 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary jazz saxophonist known as the Saxophone Colossus, has died at his home in Woodstock, New York, aged 95.
Manchester City fans honour Guardiola with cup double parade
Manchester City fans celebrated a cup double as Pep Guardiola said an emotional goodbye in his final match, losing to Aston Villa before a parade through the city.
Green leader calls for UK to withdraw Israel trade agreement after Lebanon strikes
Green leader Zack Polanski urges UK to scrap Israel trade deal and impose sanctions, while criticising Labour housing policy and backing rent controls.
Spain name first World Cup squad without Real Madrid players; injured Yamal selected
Spain's 26-man World Cup squad excludes Real Madrid players for the first time, with injured Lamine Yamal included despite fitness doubts.
Rob Jetten: anti-Wilders centrist poised to become Dutch PM
Rob Jetten's D66 gains in Dutch election, poised to become PM as far-right loses ground. Liberal centrist's positive campaign wins through.
Queensland gun law reforms labelled 'weakest in Australia' as no cap on weapons imposed
Queensland unveils gun law changes criticised as weakest in Australia, with no cap on firearms and new hate speech laws sparking backlash.
Mandelson's lobbying firm sought Russia and China work, Epstein emails reveal
Emails show Mandelson's Global Counsel pursued Russia and China state-linked clients, as Epstein scandal intensifies for Starmer.
Senate fails for fourth time to fund homeland security as partial shutdown nears one month
Senate fails for fourth time to fund Department of Homeland Security as partial shutdown nears one month.
Tommy Robinson protest draws 110,000 as violence erupts in London
More than 110,000 attend far-right Tommy Robinson protest in London; clashes with police, 25 arrests and 26 officers injured.
Trump hits out at Supreme Court 'fools' over tariff ruling
Trump attacks Supreme Court justices after they strike down his tariff policy, vowing to use other trade laws to impose import taxes.
House Republicans pass rival Homeland Security funding bill after rejecting Senate deal
US House Republicans pass their own DHS funding bill, rejecting a Senate compromise, prolonging a shutdown that has left TSA staff unpaid and disrupted travel.
Rayner handed levelling up brief in Labour reshuffle
Angela Rayner becomes shadow levelling up secretary in Keir Starmer's reshuffle, with several Blairite MPs promoted ahead of the general election.
Starmer demands immediate general election after Truss resigns
Keir Starmer calls for an immediate general election after Liz Truss's resignation, as opposition parties demand a public vote.
Kennedy Center to halt performances for two years during renovation, Trump announces
Trump says Kennedy Center will halt entertainment for two years for renovations, amid cancellations and low ticket sales.
Starmer defends Labour decision to bar Burnham from byelection
Starmer defends Labour decision to block Andy Burnham from byelection, citing need to focus resources on May elections.
Starmer Braces for 'Judgment Day' as Mandelson Vetting Row Intensifies
Keir Starmer faces a perilous week as the Mandelson vetting scandal deepens, with Olly Robbins set to testify before MPs.
Starmer: Attack on Jewish community is attack on all of us
PM Keir Starmer demands swift response to Golders Green stabbing, says attack on Jews is attack on all, as £25m security boost is announced.
Starmer Resists Calls to Release Epstein Flight Logs
Starmer resists calls for Epstein flight logs release, citing police investigation; pressure mounts over Prince Andrew links.
Starmer offered place on Trump's Gaza peace board
Keir Starmer has been offered a seat on Donald Trump's Gaza peace board, with the PM expected to accept. Tony Blair was dropped over Iraq objections.
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