Residents of Shotton Colliery rally to repair and fundraise for their vandalised Christmas tree, a living war memorial, after a shocking chainsaw attack. Discover the heartwarming story of community spirit.
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
The US Senate has approved a bipartisan bill requiring all military aircraft to broadcast their locations, a direct response to the fatal Washington D.C. collision that killed 67 people. The move aims to close a critical safety loophole.
A new three-year funding settlement for English councils uses a 'Fair Funding' formula to direct more cash to deprived areas. Find out if your council tax bill will increase and which local authorities are affected.
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement aimed at 'left-behind places', while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore pride?
State Republican parties are aggressively promoting postal ballots for the 2026 midterms, directly contradicting Donald Trump's long-standing crusade against the practice. Discover the strategic split.
Donald Trump's 'Presidential Walk of Fame' at the White House has been updated with plaques using his signature nicknames and claims to mock rivals Biden and Obama. Discover the provocative new additions.
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke expresses full confidence in Asio despite questions over Bondi threat. PM Anthony Albanese calls for unity amid antisemitism row. Read the latest developments.
Donald Trump faces rare condemnation from within his base for gloating over the murder of critic Rob Reiner. Key allies and white nationalists criticise the president's response.
Two separate near collisions involving US Air Force refuelling tankers near Venezuela have prompted urgent investigations. Pilots reported dangerously close encounters, with one tanker's transponder switched off.
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, marking a dramatic shift from record growth. The decline is driven by a government crackdown on international student visas. Read the full analysis.
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Lance Corporal George Hooley, killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine, has been repatriated to RAF Brize Norton. Crowds lined the streets to honour the 28-year-old soldier.
The Trump administration has installed controversial plaques beneath presidential portraits, labelling Joe Biden 'the worst' and Barack Obama 'divisive'. Discover the details of this unprecedented political move.
Controversial Texas pastor Joel Webbon faces backlash after advising single women to lose weight to attract a husband. Critics condemn his remarks as sexist and unchristian. Read the full story.
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
The US Senate has approved a record $901bn defence policy bill, including $800m for Ukraine and measures to bolster European security, sending it to President Trump for signature. Read the full analysis.
Four Republican moderates join Democrats in a discharge petition to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, averting premium hikes for 22 million. Read the latest from Westminster.
A rights group argues that allowing entry to single-sex ponds based on self-identification is unlawful. The City of London Corporation is reviewing its policy after a landmark Supreme Court ruling. Read the latest.
Exclusive: From Nvidia to OpenAI, Silicon Valley is hiring ex-ministers like George Osborne and Nick Clegg to shape UK policy and secure lucrative government contracts. Discover the growing influence of Big Tech in Westminster.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles' incendiary Vanity Fair interview reveals deep cabinet divisions as economic woes mount for Americans. Analysis of the fallout and public discontent.
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The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is set to become a federally recognised tribal nation after the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act. Discover the political journey and what it means for its 60,000 members.
Former US President Donald Trump files a defamation lawsuit against the BBC concerning a cartoon by Ben Jennings. Explore the details and implications for free speech.
Myanmar's military government has charged over 200 people with violating strict election laws ahead of a controversial general election. Critics say the vote is designed to legitimise military rule.
Hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio pledges $75 million to fund Trump Accounts for 300,000 Connecticut children. Learn how this new savings initiative aims to secure financial futures.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles claims Donald Trump has an 'alcoholic's personality' in a Vanity Fair interview. A recovering alcoholic explains what this 'King Baby' syndrome means.
Exclusive: European intelligence agencies reveal a GRU-led intimidation campaign against Belgian politicians and Euroclear executives to block the use of seized Russian funds for Ukraine. Read the full report.
Poland resumes Cold War-era border mining, while Miss Finland apologises for a racist gesture. Global news covers a fatal India crash, Louvre strikes, and Lithuanian arrests. Read the full briefing.
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.