Trump's $5,000 Midterm Pledge Raises Concerns
Donald Trump pledges $5,000 to every adult American if Republicans win midterms, costing over $1tn and raising legal and ethical concerns as approval hits 38%.
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Trump's $5,000 Pledge Sparks Legal and Ethical Concerns
Donald Trump pledged $5,000 to every adult American citizen if Republicans win the November midterms, a costly proposal raising legal and ethical concerns.
Chelsea noodle bar raid: 7 illegal workers, £280k fine
Home Office raid at Phat Phuc noodle bar in Chelsea found seven illegal workers. Owner Joo Yeow fined £280,000, reduced to £196,000, licence under review.
Census Under Threat: Trump's Moves Undermine Democracy
The Trump administration's attacks on the Census Bureau, including forced retirements and policy changes, threaten the legitimacy of the 2030 census and American democracy.
Trump's Iran threats normalize mass violence: analyst
Trump's repeated threats to 'wipe out' Iran are normalizing mass violence, desensitizing the West, and undermining international law, warns Mohamad Bazzi.
Australia Must Act on West Bank Settler Violence: Labor MP
Labor MP Ed Husic urges Australia to join sanctions on Israeli settlements, citing 5,900 Palestinians displaced by settler violence since January 2023.
Activist Lives in Pig Crate in Trafalgar Square for 3 Weeks
Michelle Farnham, 28, is spending 21 nights in a farrowing crate in Trafalgar Square to highlight factory farming conditions for mother pigs, with over 17,000 petition signatures.
Grace Tame apologises for Israeli rape comments remark
Grace Tame apologised on Instagram for comments calling Israeli women's rape claims 'propaganda', saying she stands with all survivors of sexual violence.
Nine years on, Europe must tackle Malta's impunity
Nine years after Daphne Caruana Galizia's murder, the EU and Council of Europe must address Malta's culture of impunity, argue Pieter Omtzigt and Emanuel Delia.
Sydney man jailed for 3.5 years over fake defence reports
Alexander Csergo, 58, was jailed for 3.5 years for preparing fake defence reports for Chinese spies he met on LinkedIn, with parole eligibility in October.
Labor group urges Australia to join settlement sanctions
Labor Friends of Palestine criticized Australia's refusal to join UK, Canada, France in banning trade with Israeli settlements, urging stronger action.
Mail-order bride's daughter: 'She gave me the privilege to marry for love'
Katya Suvorova, whose mother fled Moscow as a mail-order bride in 1997, shares her story of trauma, green card struggles, and how she now marries for love.
Cleverly: Londoners don't feel safe, vows crime crackdown
Tory mayoral hopeful Sir James Cleverly warns Londoners don't feel safe and are leaving due to costs, vowing to tackle crime and boost nightlife if elected in 2028.
A third of Brits believe London has 'no-go' areas
A new poll reveals 34% of UK adults believe London has 'no-go' zones where sharia law dominates, echoing Donald Trump's claims, while actual crime rates are far lower.
BBC Charter Renewal: What It Involves and Will It Secure Its Future?
The BBC's charter renewal process, set to conclude by 2028, will determine its future. The current charter expires on 31 December 2027, and the negotiation will decide on funding, governance, and the BBC's role in a digital age.
Greens senators to cross floor over koala park carbon deal
Three Greens senators will cross the floor to oppose a deal allowing industry to offset pollution via a NSW koala park, as the party backs the plan.
Instagram CEO defends algorithms, says opt-out would overwhelm
Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri says an algorithm-free feed would overwhelm users with brand content, as Australia plans to offer an opt-out option.
FitzSimons gives evidence in Alan Jones trial
Peter FitzSimons testified in Alan Jones's Sydney trial, recounting a 2019 call with an alleged victim who described being 'revolted' by the broadcaster's alleged abuse.
Lambie calls Hanson 'bloody coward' over Hastie cartoon
Jacqui Lambie says Pauline Hanson is a 'bloody coward' for a One Nation cartoon labeling Andrew Hastie a traitor, urging veterans to think twice before voting One Nation.
Ex-lawyer arrested over dine and dash charges
Kerry Stevens, 40, accused of dine and dash offences, arrested after months on the run and remanded in custody.
Tate brothers denied US bail in extradition case
A US judge denied bail for Andrew and Tristan Tate on Wednesday, ordering the brothers to remain in custody in Florida as they fight extradition to the UK on rape and sex trafficking charges.
Emmerdale: Cain to save Charity as Sarah's revenge backfires
Charity Dingle faces murder charges in Emmerdale after granddaughter Sarah changes her statement. New spoilers reveal Mack delivers a St Christopher medal to Cain, hinting at a rescue.
Brexit failure gives Burnham chance for bolder EU ties
Poll: 57% call Brexit a failure, 21% success. Guardian urges PM Burnham to seize opportunity for bolder EU agenda, as public supports closer ties.
Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal: Modern Gunboat Diplomacy
Trump seizes Venezuela's oil reserves via a deal with Delcy Rodríguez, a fifth of proven reserves, but it won't lower US fuel prices before midterms.
UK Defends West Bank Sanctions Amid Chief Rabbi Backlash
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband rejects Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis's warning that sanctions on Israeli settlements could endanger British Jews, insisting the government can confront Israel while fighting antisemitism.
How Climate, Conflict and AI Shape Young People's Future Choices
The Guardian asks under-30s how record heat, global conflict, and AI job fears are changing their spending, saving, and life planning habits.
Croydon ends 13-year developer tax break to raise £112m
Croydon's mayor ends the 13-year zero-rate CIL for town-centre developers, introducing £225/m² charges to raise £112m over five years.
Victoria's Work From Home Bill Nears Parliamentary Approval
Victoria is set to become the first Australian state to guarantee the right to work from home two days a week, with the bill passing parliament this week after amendments.
Albanese defends $6m golf club grant amid ABC row
PM Anthony Albanese says he didn't know he was a member of Marrickville Golf Club, which received a $6m grant from a $560m invitation-only scheme, and criticizes ABC reporting.
Trump's Global Right Influence: AfD Win, Polygraphs
AfD's state election landslide in Germany draws parallels to MAGA, as Trump's influence on global right movements is examined in Guardian Australia's podcast, alongside White House polygraph tests and George Clooney's criticism.
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