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Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.

Israel's Netanyahu rejects Palestinian state, defying US

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defiantly rejects US-backed plans for a Palestinian state, declaring permanent Israeli security control over Gaza in a move that deepens a major diplomatic rift with Washington.

Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook

A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power

Trump Deploys National Guard to Memphis in Political Showdown

Former President Donald Trump has ordered a controversial deployment of the Tennessee National Guard to Memphis, directly challenging the city's Democratic leadership and igniting a fierce constitutional debate over states' rights and federal authority.

ICE Agent Shot in Critical Condition in Chicago

A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent is in critical condition after a targeted shooting in Chicago's West Side. Federal authorities are investigating the brazen daylight attack.

State Dept condemns Charlie Kirk's 'repugnant' remarks

The US State Department has issued a scathing rebuke of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk after he claimed women in diplomacy weaken national security. Marco Rubio faces criticism for endorsing the controversial remarks.

Starmer criticised over Mandelson's State Banquet invitation

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under fire for inviting controversial peer Lord Mandelson to the King's State Banquet, with critics warning it risks causing significant embarrassment to the monarchy during a crucial diplomatic event with Japanese Empero

Federal Agents Raid Chicago Suburb in Major Operation

The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth

Triple Lock Fails Half a Million Older Pensioners

Exclusive analysis reveals a stark generational divide as the Triple Lock mechanism fails to uplift the incomes of nearly half a million pensioners on the old state pension, creating a two-tier system for the elderly.

Florida State Football Star Shot in Alabama Incident

Florida State Seminoles football recruit Ethan Pritchard is in stable condition after being shot in Alabama. The promising linebacker was caught in a late-night incident, with investigations ongoing.

UK to recognise Palestinian state, Lammy to tell MPs

Foreign Secretary David Lammy declares the UK will push forward with plans to recognise a Palestinian state, urging European allies to join a coordinated diplomatic effort for a two-state solution.

Trump's Plan to Strip Protections from US Federal Workforce

Exclusive: The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to strip job protections from thousands of federal employees, potentially reshaping the US government's structure and igniting a fierce political battle over the future of the American civil

Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims

Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh

Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Dismissal

US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.

Who is Lisa Cook? The Economist Reshaping US Policy

An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.

Boko Haram kills 40 farmers in Nigeria's Borno State

In a devastating new attack, Boko Haram militants have killed at least 40 farmers in Nigeria's restive Borno State, highlighting the ongoing security crisis in the region despite government claims of control.

Trump-Appointed Fed Governor Lisa Cook Resigns

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, a historic appointee, announces her resignation effective July 15th. Her departure follows a contentious tenure marked by political attacks from Trump allies and unsubstantiated fraud allegations.

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