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Trump's Chaotic Foreign Policy: Family, Friends, Self-Interest
An exclusive look at the disparate inner circle shaping Donald Trump's mercurial foreign policy, from Marco Rubio to Jared Kushner. Discover who really influences the President's global decisions.
US Suspends Funds for Needy Families in Five States
The Trump administration suspends grants for child care and family assistance in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York, citing fraud allegations. Governors vow legal action.
MP asks for probe into Israeli foreign influence dossier
NSW Labor MP Anthony D'Adam calls for an investigation into whether Israel breached foreign interference laws by targeting him and other politicians in a report. Read the full story.
$10bn US Childcare Funds Frozen in Five States
The Trump administration halts over $10bn in federal childcare and family assistance, citing fraud concerns. Democrats condemn the move as 'vindictive'. Read the latest.
Hedge fund billionaire Hohn's £60m dividend and £600m charity
Billionaire Sir Chris Hohn received a £60m dividend while his firm donated nearly £600m to charity. The philanthropist criticises UK aid cuts, calling them 'very cruel'. Read the full story.
Activism tackles US loneliness epidemic, builds community
Amid a declared loneliness epidemic, Americans are finding profound connection and purpose through social movements, mutual aid, and political organising. Discover how activism is forging life-saving communities.
Gaza tents fail in winter storms, aid quality questioned
A major assessment reveals tents from China, Egypt and Saudi Arabia are inadequate for Gaza's winter, leaving thousands exposed. Discover the findings and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
British Military Aids Ukrainian Amputee Rehabilitation
Exclusive report from a Kyiv rehabilitation centre where British military doctors help Ukrainian soldiers who lost limbs. Discover stories of resilience and innovative treatment. Read the full story.
Solicitor struck off for falsifying timesheets
A solicitor has been removed from the Roll after claiming she worked 28 hours a day to qualify for a £70,000 bonus. Discover the full details of the tribunal's ruling.
US $2bn Aid Demands UN 'Adapt or Die', Excludes Yemen
The US pledges $2bn in aid but demands the UN 'adapt, shrink or die'. Experts fear it forces the UN to bow to Washington's political priorities, excluding crises in Afghanistan and Yemen. Read the full analysis.
Israel's dual-use rules block aid but allow commercial sales in Gaza
Exclusive report reveals Israel allows traders to bring generators and tent poles into Gaza, items barred for humanitarian aid organisations, creating a two-tier system amid a deepening crisis.
Israel bans 37 Gaza aid agencies, risking catastrophe
Israel orders 37 NGOs to cease Gaza operations, threatening vital services. Experts warn of 'catastrophic' consequences for humanitarian crisis. Read the full analysis.
Key Moments from Donald Trump's 2025 Presidency
A look back at the defining events of Donald Trump's second term, from Capitol riot pardons and a UK state visit to frozen Ukraine aid and global trade wars. Explore the impact.
Israel suspends 37 aid organisations from Gaza operations
Israel revokes licences for 37 humanitarian groups, including MSF, in Gaza for non-compliance with new rules. Aid agencies warn of catastrophic impact on civilian population. Read the latest.
Israel bans aid groups from Gaza as nations warn of crisis
Israel will suspend dozens of aid organisations in Gaza for non-compliance with new rules. Ten nations warn of a 'catastrophic' humanitarian situation as winter storms worsen conditions.
Gaza's harsh winter exposes humanitarian crisis
As the 40 coldest days, Al-Arba'iniya, begin, a Gaza City resident describes life without shelter, heat or power. With over a million in shelters, winter rain brings collapse and death.
US pledges $2bn in new UN humanitarian aid model
The US commits $2bn to a new UN humanitarian aid mechanism for 17 countries, but Gaza and Yemen are excluded. The move follows major aid cuts and a global funding crisis.
FBI Deploys Resources to Dismantle Minnesota Fraud Schemes
The FBI has surged personnel to Minnesota to dismantle large-scale fraud, citing a $250m Covid aid case as the 'tip of the iceberg'. Director Kash Patel alleges links to the state's Somali population, sparking political tension. Read the full story.
2025's Costliest Climate Disasters: $120bn in Insured Losses
Christian Aid's report reveals 2025's top 10 climate disasters caused over $120bn in insured losses. From SE Asia cyclones to California fires, the human and financial toll is mounting. Urgent action on fossil fuels is needed.
Ukraine hits key Russian oil refinery with British missiles
Ukrainian forces have struck a major Russian oil refinery using British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles, targeting a key fuel supplier for Moscow's war effort. Read the latest on the escalating energy infrastructure attacks.
Palau to take 75 US migrants for $15.5m aid
The Pacific nation of Palau agrees to host up to 75 migrants from the US in a deal securing millions in American aid. Read the full details of the controversial agreement.
Sudanese volunteers risk death to deliver aid in war zone
Amid the world's worst humanitarian crisis, Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms, a network of 26,000 volunteers, secretly deliver life-saving aid. They face torture and death to help millions facing famine.
Sweden and Germany slash aid budgets, hitting Africa
European nations, including Sweden and Germany, are redirecting aid to Ukraine and defence, causing severe cuts to health and hunger programmes in vulnerable African countries like Mozambique. Read the full analysis.
Ineos gets £50m UK bailout after £70m state aid
Billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos receives a new £50m government bailout for its Grangemouth plant, adding to up to £70m in state aid over four years. Explore the controversy and the future of UK chemicals.
S4 bus cuts leave Sutton residents stranded for over an hour
Residents in Sutton face hour-long waits as TfL cuts S4 bus frequency. Students are left behind and elderly passengers struggle in the cold. MP Bobby Dean demands service restoration.
S4 bus cuts strand South London pupils and elderly
South London residents face hour-long waits and overcrowded buses after TfL cut S4 frequency. Schoolchildren and vulnerable people are left stranded. Read the full story and see how it's impacting the community.
Trump signs $901bn US defence bill with Ukraine aid
President Trump quietly signs the 2026 NDAA, authorising a record $901bn in military spending and $800m for Ukraine. The bill curtails his power to reduce US forces in Europe.
M&S Sleep Aid Gift Set Promises Restful Nights
M&S sells a bestselling sleep spray and candle gift set designed to soothe the senses and aid restful sleep. The £30 This Works bundle is hailed by shoppers as an 'absolute miracle worker'.
US passes $901bn defence bill backing Ukraine
The US Senate has approved a record $901bn defence policy bill, including $800m for Ukraine and measures to bolster European security. Discover the key provisions and political dynamics.
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