Trump bond intervention signals US debt crisis risk
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's intervention in bond markets signals rising anxiety over US fiscal position, as 30-year yields hit pre-2008 crisis levels and debt nears $40tn.
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Black August: From Prison to Global Movement
Black August, founded by Black Guerrilla Family members to honor fallen comrades, is now a national and international month of study, fasting, and activism for Black liberation.
Labour groups push Burnham to recognise Gaza genocide
Grassroots Labour groups will pressure PM Andy Burnham at conference to recognise Israel's Gaza actions as genocide and impose a full arms embargo, following UN findings.
Zelenskyy: wartime elections could split Ukraine
President Zelenskyy says holding elections during wartime would risk splitting Ukraine, as Russia amasses ballistic missiles and weighs mobilising 300,000 more troops.
Mangione state case unlikely after federal plea
After Luigi Mangione's federal guilty plea, experts say his New York state murder case is unlikely to proceed, though prosecutors are prepared to litigate.
Burnham's 'everyday fixes' won't win me over yet, says columnist
Andy Burnham's 'everyday fixes' for minor irritations may build goodwill, but columnist Emma Beddington isn't convinced, offering her own list of small changes.
Russia withdraws ambassador to UK over Ukraine tensions
Russia has withdrawn its ambassador to the UK, Andrey Kelin, who left last month after seven years, as the embassy warns of 'consequences' over British support for Ukraine.
Warrant for Wife of Slain Massachusetts Officer
An arrest warrant has been issued for Karen Solomon, 58, missing since Tuesday, after her husband, Worcester police officer Kurt Solomon, was found dead at their home. She is charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.
Iran FM calls new US sanctions threat 'desperate'
Iran's foreign minister dismissed fresh US sanctions as 'desperate', while the president admitted the people face 'many problems' amid Washington's economic campaign.
Burnham skips bride's wedding after TikTok plea over security
Andy Burnham stayed away from Sarah Burwin's wedding at No 10 North after her TikTok plea, sending a video message instead.
Ex-Abercrombie CEO ruled fit for sex-trafficking trial
Michael Jeffries, 82, former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO, is mentally competent to stand trial on sex-trafficking charges, a federal judge ruled, despite dementia and Alzheimer's symptoms.
Gambling logos on jerseys to stay until 2032 despite ban
Children will see gambling logos on sports jerseys until 2032 despite a government ban, with a five-year transition period criticised by Senator Pocock and public health experts.
Natalie Harp: Trump's devoted aide under scrutiny
Natalie Harp, Donald Trump's most devoted aide, faces questions after reports she lacked official security clearance for a year, raising concerns about inner-circle access.
Trump aide Natalie Harp's Jan 6 posts revealed
CNN reports Natalie Harp posted over 150 pro-Trump messages on Jan 6, 2021, including 'never concede,' before becoming a top aide.
Sussex Return Poll Lacks 'Don't Care' Option, Reader Says
A YouGov poll on the Sussexes' return to the UK found 21% said yes, 33% no, and 45% didn't know, but a reader suggests adding a 'don't care' option.
EU migration: mainstream adopts far-right positions
A professor warns the EU's migration response reflects a broader cultural shift, as mainstream parties adopt far-right positions, not just the far right's success.
Ending homelessness requires tackling root causes, say readers
Readers respond to Andy Burnham's £442m pledge to end rough sleeping, urging a focus on prevention, Home Office policies, and housing-first approaches.
Family of Ukrainian refugee killed on Charlotte train sues city
Iryna Zarutska's family sues Charlotte and security firm, alleging her fatal stabbing on a light rail train was preventable and that officials ignored known violent crime risks.
Tim Scott defends Graham's national security remark
Tim Scott defends Darline Graham's national security knowledge ahead of South Carolina runoff, but offers no specifics on her experience.
Canada-US trade talks collapse: negotiation with Trump futile
The collapse of Canada-US trade negotiations signals that dialogue with the Trump administration is futile, as Washington prioritises its own interests over shared economic ground, observers say.
Hungary's New PM Dismantles Orbán's Legacy in First 100 Days
Since May, Péter Magyar has led Hungary's most transformative program since 1989, targeting corruption and state media bias as a Brussels deadline over €10bn in frozen funds looms.
Burnham's Foreign Policy: Continuity and Challenges Ahead
Andy Burnham's foreign policy shows continuity with Starmer's, focusing on domestic issues, but global crises may soon force his hand.
Democrats Dismayed by Jeffries-Kushner Meeting
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries met with Jared Kushner to discuss collaboration, drawing sharp criticism from fellow Democrats and Trump opponents.
Trump, Carney blame each other as US-Canada trade war escalates
US President Donald Trump and Canadian PM Mark Carney trade blame after talks collapse, with 50% tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods now in force.
Photos Released of Officers Killed in A66 Crash
Cleveland Police have released images of PCs Matthew Blades and Tom Clough, killed in a head-on A66 crash that claimed seven lives, including five young men.
GPS tags, restriction zones for released sex offenders
Released sex and violent offenders in the UK will be confined to GPS-monitored restriction zones, with victims helping set boundaries to prevent encounters.
Hackney mayor: Trans women can still use women's toilets
Hackney's Green mayor Zoë Garbett confirms trans women can use women's toilets in the borough, defying EHRC guidance based on biological sex.
Russia withdraws UK ambassador as ties hit new low
Russia has withdrawn its ambassador to the UK, Andrey Kelin, after seven years, with no successor named, as Moscow accuses Britain of choosing a 'path of confrontation'.
Harry and Meghan may not stay in UK long, sources say
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may leave the UK again after a short stay, sources say, despite setting up a British home for the first time in over six years.
10 free and cheap family activities in London this bank holiday
Discover 10 free and low-cost family activities in London for the bank holiday weekend, from urban beaches and farms to miniature railways and carnival parades.
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