UK-US Trade Deals: Medicines Pact & Tech Sovereignty Row
New UK-US medicines agreement aims to boost NHS access to innovative drugs, but critics warn of eroded sovereignty in wider trade pacts with Trump. Explore the debate.
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Washington State Levee Breach Forces Urgent Evacuations
Emergency crews in Washington state race to repair breached levees after multiple atmospheric rivers cause severe flooding. Residents told to 'go now' as rivers reach critical levels.
Mottley: Legally binding methane pact needed now
Barbados PM Mia Mottley calls for a legally binding global agreement to cut methane emissions from oil & gas, warning climate tipping points are near. Urgent action can slow warming.
Bondi Shooting Forces Urgent National Cabinet Gun Law Meeting
PM Anthony Albanese convenes crisis talks on Australia's firearm regulations after Bondi terror attack. Calls grow for national reform, echoing the 1996 Port Arthur response.
Levee Breach Forces Evacuations in Seattle Suburbs
Immediate evacuation ordered in Kent, Auburn, and Tukwila after a levee failure. A week of heavy rain from an atmospheric river caused dangerous flooding. Read the latest updates.
Bucks County Sheriff Ousted Over ICE Partnership Deal
Democrat Danny Ceisler's decisive victory in the Bucks County sheriff race signals a major shift on local immigration enforcement. Explore the implications for US policy.
Sydney's Suburbs Awash with Guns, Prompting Law Review
Following the Bondi Beach terror attack, data reveals a startling concentration of licensed firearms in Sydney's suburbs. NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to tighten gun laws as national cabinet agrees to reform the National Firearms Agreement.
Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, reshapes arts institution
President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors for the first time, celebrating artists like Stallone and Kiss while overseeing major changes to the prestigious arts centre. Explore the political and cultural implications.
Senator Murray: ICE Dog Caused 'Horrific' Injuries
A US senator alleges ICE agents used a dog to maul an unresisting man, luring him from his home. She demands accountability and his release.
National Guard Soldier Wounded in DC Attack is Recovering
Andrew Wolfe, 24, is slowly healing from a head wound after a Washington DC shooting that killed fellow soldier Sarah Beckstrom. The suspect, an Afghan asylum seeker, faces murder charges. Read the latest.
Syria accuses Israel of fighting 'ghosts' and breaking pact
Syria's interim president warns Israel's actions risk dangerous escalation, citing over 1,000 airstrikes and breaches of a 50-year disengagement deal. Read the full analysis.
Gaza girl's vital brain operation after bombing
Maryam, 12, is one of few hundred patients allowed out of Gaza for critical care since October 2025. Read her story and the wider medical crisis.
DR Congo peace deal collapses, thousands flee fighting
A US-brokered peace deal for DR Congo collapses within 24 hours as heavy fighting erupts, forcing thousands to flee. Read the latest on the escalating humanitarian crisis.
Trump wins FIFA Peace Prize at gaudy World Cup draw
Donald Trump receives FIFA's inaugural peace award from Gianni Infantino at a lavish Washington event. Critics question the legitimacy of the prize and its timing. Read the full analysis.
Trump Receives FIFA Peace Prize at World Cup Draw
US President Donald Trump was presented with FIFA's inaugural peace award during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC. Read the full story and reaction.
Donald Trump receives first FIFA Peace Prize in Washington
Donald Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC. Gianni Infantino praised the former US President's 'actions to promote peace', a claim disputed by critics. Read the full story.
Capitol Pipe Bomb Suspect to Appear in Court
Brian Cole Jr, arrested for the 2021 US Capitol pipe bomb plot, makes his first court appearance. Facing 20 years, his case revisits the January 6th insurrection. Read the latest details.
World Cup 2026 Draw: Live from Washington DC
Follow our live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals draw in Washington DC. Discover which groups the 48 qualifying teams will face in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Court Allows Trump's DC National Guard Deployment to Continue
A US appeals court has paused an order to remove National Guard troops from Washington DC, a victory for Donald Trump following a shooting incident. Read the latest on the legal battle.
Suspect arrested in 2021 Capitol pipe bomb case
US authorities have confirmed the arrest of a suspect, Brian Cole, for pipe bombs planted outside Democratic and Republican HQs on January 5, 2021. Read the latest on the Capitol attack investigation.
FIFA's Washington World Cup Draw: Glitz, Gags and Graham Taylor Nostalgia
FIFA's exclusive World Cup draw in Washington, hosted by Heidi Klum and Kevin Hart, promises a lengthy, star-studded ceremony. Critics yearn for the simpler days of Sir Bert Millichip and a velvet bag.
Arrest in US Capitol pipe bomb case after three years
US authorities have reportedly arrested a suspect in the January 5 pipe bomb plot. The devices were placed outside Republican and Democratic HQs in Washington DC. Read the latest details.
Judge Blocks Warrantless ICE Arrests in Washington DC
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's policy of widespread, warrantless immigration arrests in Washington DC, siding with civil liberties groups. Read the full ruling details.
Rafah Crossing to Open for Gaza Residents to Enter Egypt
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing will open imminently, allowing Gazans to cross into Egypt under a EU-supervised mechanism. Read the latest updates.
National Guard Shooting Suspect in Court on Murder Charges
A man accused of killing two National Guard members and injuring three others in a 2024 shooting has appeared in court. Read the latest on the charges and investigation.
National Guard Deployed in Washington DC
The National Guard has been activated in Washington DC following a security alert. Get the latest details on the deployment and official statements.
White House 'Hall of Shame' Targets Major News Outlets
The Trump administration unveils a 'Hall of Shame' website targeting journalists from outlets like the BBC and Washington Post. Explore the escalating White House media feud.
DC Shooting Suspect Spent 'Weeks on End' in Isolation
Emails show the mental health of Rahmanullah Lakanwal, charged with murdering a National Guard soldier, deteriorated amid long periods of isolation after struggling to assimilate in the US. Read the full investigation.
UK-US zero-tariff pharma deal, NHS drug price rise
The UK and US have agreed a landmark deal maintaining zero tariffs on pharmaceuticals, while the NHS commits to a 25% net price increase for new medicines. Explore the details and implications.
Trump: 'I wouldn't have wanted' second Caribbean strike
President Trump defends aide Pete Hegseth, denying he ordered a second lethal strike on a Caribbean boat. Get the full details on the controversial report and the White House response.
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