Illinois Teens Charged in Mass Shooting of Five Family Members
Two teens, 16 and 15, were charged with murder in the targeted shootings of five family members at three locations in East St Louis, Illinois.
Category : Politics
Hillsborough law passed: Burnham hails 'rewiring of the state'
MPs approved the Hillsborough law, imposing a duty of candour on public officials. Andy Burnham called it a power shift from state to people, a key legacy for Starmer's government.
Hillsborough law marks power shift from Starmer to Burnham
The Hillsborough law's passage in Parliament symbolises a new era as power transitions from outgoing PM Keir Starmer to incoming PM Andy Burnham, marking a full-circle moment for Burnham.
Corrections: Strait of Hormuz and Budapest bar error
Corrections to two articles: Strait of Hormuz crossings were approved, not in contravention of sanctions; Budapest bar Fekete Kutya misnamed as Feteke Kutya in print.
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Senate Dems block defense bill over Iran hostilities
Senate Democrats blocked the NDAA advancement, protesting Trump's resumption of hostilities with Iran amid fierce exchange of fire and a war powers resolution.
ICE Agents Kill Colombian Man in Maine Traffic Stop
Video shows ICE agents surround a vehicle in Biddeford, Maine, before fatally shooting a 26-year-old Colombian man. DHS says an agent fired when the vehicle tried to flee.
Man killed by semi after fleeing immigration officials in Florida
A 28-year-old Mexican national died after being struck by a semi truck while fleeing from HSI agents in Florida, marking the third immigration enforcement-related death in one week.
US Marshal Killed Serving Warrant in Louisiana
Deputy US Marshal Drew Hanson was fatally shot while serving an arrest warrant in Alexandria, Louisiana. Suspect Clarence Frazier Jr faces murder charges and possible death penalty.
Seven Britons among foreign nationals killed in Spain wildfires
Seven Britons are among 12 foreign nationals killed in wildfires in southern Spain, authorities said. The fires swept through Andalusia, with 13 victims total, including one Spanish citizen.
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Scottish 'Boston Cone' Arrives in Massachusetts
The 'Boston cone', a symbol of Scottish fans' World Cup revelry, arrived in Boston on a first-class flight, greeted by the governor and mayor, to raise funds for mental health.
Spain peak at right time for World Cup final, says De la Fuente
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach their first World Cup final since 2010. Coach De la Fuente says they are peaking at the right time, while Mbappé admits France fell short tactically.
Florida executes 74-year-old Dennis Sochor
Florida executed Dennis Sochor, 74, on Tuesday via lethal injection, making him one of the oldest prisoners put to death in the state's history.
Queer Arts Venue Faces Eviction After Religious Protests
Divine Playhouse, a queer arts pop-up in a deconsecrated Sydney church, faces eviction after Christian groups protested, citing 'offensive trade' and public safety concerns.
Japan boosts counterintelligence after Russian spy influx
Japan, long a haven for foreign spies, is overhauling its intelligence laws after a surge of Russian operatives post-Ukraine. New agencies and legislation aim to close gaps.
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Ukraine: Russia Executed Hundreds of POWs Since 2022
Ukraine accuses Russia of executing hundreds of POWs since 2022; Kyiv strikes Russian shipping in Sea of Azov; Ukrainian troops cheered at Bastille Day parade.
Singapore court orders Bloomberg to pay ministers $356,000
Singapore high court orders Bloomberg News to pay S$460,000 in damages for defaming two government ministers in a December 2024 article about secretive property transactions.
AI poses toughest challenge for Albanese; guardrails needed
Anthony Albanese faces a major challenge in regulating AI. Guardrails are critical to ensure benefits outweigh risks, as public scepticism grows and power imbalances threaten equitable outcomes.
Liberals Re-examine Gender Quotas to Boost Female MPs
A Liberal party discussion paper proposes gender quotas as men outnumber women four-to-one in the lower house, warning urgent change is needed for party survival.
Joyce: Australia is a 'Christian nation', First Nations agree
One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce claims Australia is a Christian nation, saying First Nations people would agree, at an anti-abortion gala where he accepted a 'political courage' award.
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US seismologist held in China since 2024, family says
Youlin Chen, an American seismologist funded by the US government, has been detained in China since November 2024 on espionage charges, his family revealed. Advocates suggest Beijing may be using his expertise to evade nuclear test detection.
Palantir's UK state foothold: investigation reveals concerns
Investigation finds Palantir's NHS contract underperforms, with low usage and vendor lock-in risks, amid paid-for political access and threadbare regulations.
Afghan child marriages surge under Taliban as families sell daughters
Rising number of Afghan girls sold into child marriage under Taliban rule, with families forced by debt and hunger; 42 underage girls gave birth in one hospital in five months.
Victorian minister breaks ranks with premier over CFMEU allegations
Health Infrastructure Minister Melissa Horne calls allegations of government interference on a hospital project 'alarming', publicly diverging from Premier Jacinta Allan who dismissed the report.
AFL removes Winmar from Hall of Fame over assault
The AFL has removed Nicky Winmar from the Australian Football Hall of Fame after he was found guilty of three assault charges involving violence against women.
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Heating Oil Customers to Get £350 Compensation
About 1,700 heating oil customers affected by order cancellations during the Middle East crisis will receive up to £350 compensation, the CMA announced.
Lewisham council to ban cooperation with Home Office on raids
Lewisham council will vote on ending cooperation with Home Office immigration raids, after evidence of using environmental health data to target restaurant workers.
McFadden: Labour must stop just writing cheques for benefits
Pat McFadden says government owes people more than handouts, signalling welfare reform to encourage employment over benefits.
Melbourne Uni sharply changed protest rules after sit-ins
University of Melbourne interim VC Glyn Davis told royal commission pro-Palestine sit-ins led to 'quite sharply' changing protest policies, with further restrictions possible.
Icac probes Catholic Schools NSW over alleged illegal donations
Icac investigates Catholic Schools NSW over alleged illegal donations to the Liberal party, raising concerns about misuse of taxpayer funds for branch stacking.
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UK MPs Debate Cap on Mega-Donations as Funding Bill Delayed
The representation of the people bill, delayed by incoming PM Andy Burnham, includes proposals to cap political donations amid concerns over billionaire influence on UK politics.
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