Republican Leaders Advance DHS Funding Deal to End Shutdown
Congressional Republican leaders have agreed to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE, potentially ending the longest partial shutdown in US history.
Congressional Republican leaders have agreed to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE, potentially ending the longest partial shutdown in US history.
A comprehensive summary of Thursday's top stories, covering national developments, policy shifts, and essential updates for informed readers across Australia.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has claimed victory after House Republicans agreed to pass a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, accusing them of caving after days of internal divisions.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's recent address to the nation outlined significant policy shifts and leadership priorities, sparking widespread analysis and public debate.
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RecommendedSir Keir Starmer's delayed press conference on the war displayed a nervous, defensive leader, with critics noting his defeatist tone and reliance on old policies amid mounting pressure.
BBC expert Rebecca Wilcox warns that millions with taxable income over £35,000 should opt out of the 2026 Winter Fuel Payment to avoid double monthly HMRC deductions from April.
New Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has rescinded a controversial policy requiring his office to approve all departmental expenditures over $100,000, a move expected to ease disaster response bottlenecks.
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering dismissing Attorney General Pam Bondi due to her mishandling of the Epstein files, with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin as a potential successor.
Reform UK faces calls to sack housing spokesman Simon Dudley after he described the Grenfell Tower fire as a tragedy but added 'everyone dies in the end', sparking outrage from politicians and victims' advocates.
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RecommendedHomeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has rescinded a controversial rule requiring his personal approval for DHS expenditures over $100,000, a move expected to streamline FEMA's disaster response efforts.
Labour Party chair Anna Turley accuses Nigel Farage of pretending to support working people as Labour launches a major ad campaign highlighting Reform's voting record against key legislation.
Vice President JD Vance's upcoming memoir, 'Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith,' displays a United Methodist church on its cover, despite his staunch Catholic faith, sparking criticism.
A satirical sculpture mocking Donald Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile defense system has been installed on the National Mall in Washington D.C., created by Ben & Jerry's co-founder Ben Cohen. The installation features a statue of Trump holding a hole-riddled
Reform UK faces demands to sack housing spokesman Simon Dudley after he called the Grenfell Tower fire a 'tragedy' but said 'everyone dies in the end' while criticising post-fire building regulations.
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RecommendedConservative podcaster Isabel Brown responds to brutal mockery from The View hosts about her family advice at CPAC, defending her pro-motherhood stance while juggling career and parenting.
Ty Cobb, a former White House attorney, argues President Trump's mental fitness is declining, citing Iran conflict, social media tirades, and ballroom renovation as evidence of insanity.
Reform will maintain the state pension triple lock at the next election, ending months of internal party wrangling. Robert Jenrick announces the policy, supported by polling showing strong public backing.
First Minister John Swinney faces backlash for claiming increased welfare spending is a long-term plan to reduce costs, as Scotland's benefits bill nears £10 billion annually by 2030.
A new CNN poll reveals 66% of Americans disapprove of President Trump's military action in Iran, with 77% opposing additional funding and 68% against deploying ground troops.
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RecommendedPresident Donald Trump's attempt to redefine birthright citizenship through executive order faced intense scrutiny from Supreme Court justices, including his own appointees, during oral arguments.
Vice President JD Vance's upcoming memoir about his conversion to Catholicism features an embarrassing error - the church on the cover is actually a United Methodist building, not Catholic.
Amidst strained UK-US relations and economic stagnation, Downing Street's veteran chief mouser Larry the Cat demonstrates unwavering focus by catching a rodent on the No10 lawn, showcasing his 19-year tenure serving six prime ministers.
A new poll reveals Anthony Albanese's approval rating has dropped sharply, with 59% of Australians dissatisfied with his government's handling of the fuel crisis amid Middle East tensions.
Scholar Charles Walldorf argues President Trump has fallen into the 'asymmetric resolve' trap in Iran, where a weaker but more determined state outlasts a stronger power, mirroring U.S. failures in Vietnam and Afghanistan.
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RecommendedDonald Trump suggests King Charles would support his Iran war stance, contrasting with Keir Starmer, as the royal state visit to the US proceeds amid Middle East tensions.
President Donald Trump attempts to reset public perception on Iran and immigration, but polling shows Americans remain skeptical of his policies and trust in his administration is low.
The Daily Mail's expose revealing Bryon Noem's secret crossdressing life has triggered national security concerns and political fallout across Washington, with questions about vetting procedures and blackmail risks.
MSNBC's Chris Jansing confronted Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett after she blamed Donald Trump and Republicans for funding tensions, citing a poll showing Democrats' equally poor approval ratings.
The Trump administration has quietly released Title X family planning grants to Planned Parenthood, months after declaring itself the 'most pro-life administration' in U.S. history.
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RecommendedGregg Phillips, a senior FEMA official, claims his posts about experiencing teleportation to a Waffle House are being blocked on Trump's Truth Social platform, sparking political controversy.