Trump Drops $10B IRS Suit, Settlement Talks Reported
Donald Trump dropped his $10bn IRS lawsuit on Monday, with reports of a settlement creating a $1.7bn fund for allies. Democrats and watchdogs criticize the deal as a potential violation.
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Starmer Vows to Lead Labour Into Next Election (18.05.2026)
Sir Keir Starmer insists he will stay on as PM and Labour leader until the next election, despite dozens of MPs calling for him to go after disastrous local elections.
Hero Breaks Up Machete Fight in London Park
A man bravely intervened in a knife fight involving teenagers with machetes in Burgess Park, London, as families picnicked nearby. Four boys arrested.
Spurs Stadium Burglary During Beyonce Concert
Alirza Dag, 22, and Murat Kodalakoglu, 23, allegedly broke into a VIP terrace at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during Beyonce's sold-out show, causing £1,700 damage.
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Venezuela Fury, 16, to Leave £8M Mansion for Caravan
Tyson Fury's daughter Venezuela, 16, plans to leave her £8 million mansion to live in a caravan with husband Noah Price, embracing traveller traditions.
Neo-Nazi Group Challenges Hate Ban in High Court
Banned neo-Nazi group National Socialist Network files high court challenge against hate law, arguing it burdens political communication and risks tyranny.
Xi and Putin Exchange Letters Before Beijing Visit
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin exchanged congratulatory letters ahead of Putin's Beijing visit, highlighting deepening ties. China's relationship with Russia concerns the West amid the Ukraine war.
BA's 'no-show' clause cost me £9,000 for new flights
A passenger missed one leg of a BA journey due to tight connections, but the airline canceled the entire trip, forcing them to spend £9,000 on new tickets. The 'no-show' clause is criticized as unfair.
National Conversation Project Launches to Unite Britain
Sajid Javid warns UK risks being torn apart by differences as a new commission launches the National Conversation to ask what it means to be British, English, Scottish or Welsh.
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Trump Attacks Republican Critic Thomas Massie Ahead of Primary
President Trump targets Kentucky congressman Thomas Massie, calling him 'worst and most unreliable' as Massie faces a tough primary challenge from Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein.
Corrections and Clarifications: May 17, 2026
The Guardian issues corrections for recent errors, including a misattributed quote and a factual mistake in a science article.
Senate Ruling Jeopardizes Trump Ballroom Funding
A Senate parliamentarian ruling blocks security funding for Trump's $400M White House ballroom, imperiling Republican efforts to use taxpayer money for the project.
Teen Gunmen Terrorize Austin in 10 Random Drive-By Shootings
Two teenage gunmen shot at least four people in random drive-by shootings across Austin, Texas. Police urge residents to shelter in place and report sightings of suspects.
Grandson Finds WWI Shells in Gran's Garage, Calls Army
A man clearing his grandmother's garage in Hampshire discovered two live WWI anti-aircraft shells, prompting a bomb disposal team to safely remove them.
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43 Arrested at London Protests: Far-Right and Pro-Palestine
Police arrested 43 people during Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom rally and a pro-Palestine march in London, with hate crimes and assaults among the charges.
Nandy Calls Labour Leadership Row 'Froth and Nonsense'
Lisa Nandy defends Keir Starmer amid Labour leadership speculation, calling it 'froth and nonsense,' while rivals Streeting and Burnham position themselves for a potential contest.
Woman Fired, Then Found Father Dead
Carmen Cunha, 19, was sacked from her job and returned home to find her father Manuel had died of a heart attack. The family from Hounslow faces funeral costs of £9,000.
Nandy: Labour Leadership Talk Is 'Froth and Nonsense'
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy dismisses Labour leadership speculation as 'froth and nonsense,' reaffirms support for Keir Starmer, and criticizes rivals' EU re-entry plan.
Trump's Ballroom Project Stalls Over Security Funding
Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom faces delays as Senate removes $1 billion in taxpayer funding for security upgrades, sparking political clash.
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Nine Injured in Police Chase Crash in East London
Nine people were injured after a police pursuit ended in a collision in Ilford, east London. Five suffered serious injuries.
Trump May Settle IRS Lawsuit for $1.7bn Compensation Fund
Donald Trump is reportedly considering dropping his $10bn lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a $1.7bn fund to compensate allies, including January 6 rioters, using taxpayer money.
Stockholm to Open First Public Sauna in June
Stockholm opens its first publicly run sauna in June, aiming to provide accessible sauna for all, ending years-long waiting lists at private member clubs.
Senate Ruling Jeopardizes Trump's $400M Ballroom Funding
A Senate parliamentarian blocks $1bn in security funding for Trump's ballroom, dealing a blow to Republican efforts to use taxpayer money for the project.
Why Britain Keeps Losing Prime Ministers: The Ungovernable Country?
Analysis of why UK prime ministers from May to Starmer have short tenures, exploring systemic issues in the premiership itself, drawing parallels with France's Fourth Republic.
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Wes Streeting Confirms Labour Leadership Bid
Wes Streeting announces his intention to stand in a potential Labour leadership contest, emphasizing the need for a proper contest and supporting Andy Burnham's by-election run.
Stafford Byelection: LNP Poised for Historic Win
Voters in Brisbane's Stafford electorate cast ballots in a byelection expected to swing to the LNP, potentially ending Steven Miles' Labor leadership.
European Leaders Face Unprecedented Popularity Crisis
Polling shows leaders of Europe's three largest economies—UK, France, Germany—are deeply unpopular, with approval ratings below 27%. Structural economic challenges and global turmoil are blamed.
Saturday Quiz: Mars, McDonald's, and More
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Corbyn on Labour Coups and Starmer's Woes
Jeremy Corbyn reflects on his 2016 coup, sympathizes with Starmer, and assesses potential successors like Streeting, Burnham, and Rayner.
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Jagger and Clapton Win Battle Against Thames Tower
Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton lead celebrities in defeating plans for a 29-storey tower near Battersea Bridge, citing harm to the Thames skyline.
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