Cockroach Protests Challenge Modi's Strongman Image
India's Cockroach Janta party protests, sparked by a judge's remark, force education minister's resignation and weaken Modi's grip on power.
Category : Politics
Norwegian Teen Guilty of UK Contract Killing Plot
Johannes Kongsnes Natland, 19, was found guilty of conspiracy to murder after agreeing to kill for €25,000 for the Foxtrot Network, a Swedish gang linked to Iran.
England's social care system fails families, carers say
Carers describe selling homes, depleting savings, and struggling to get support for loved ones as Andy Burnham vows to fast-track social care reform.
Fifa charges Argentina over Falklands banner and final chaos
Fifa has charged Argentina over a Falklands banner displayed after the World Cup semi-final win against England, and for brawls in the final defeat to Spain.
Fifa World Cup rights sale: Infantino's expansion drive
Fifa plans to sell a share of World Cup commercial rights, the latest in a series of expansion moves under President Gianni Infantino, driven by ambition for growth and revenue.
Starmer's Social Care Plan: Cross-Party Talks and Tax Honesty
PM Starmer aims for cross-party consensus on social care, but aversion to honest tax discussions remains a hurdle. Andy Burnham's past failure with a 'death tax' looms large.
Burnham's Social Care Reform: Bravery or Folly?
Andy Burnham's bold plan for a national care service faces fierce opposition, but his personal conviction and public support may overcome decades of policy failure.
Mancini apologises on return as Italy head coach
Roberto Mancini apologised for leaving Italy for Saudi Arabia in 2023 after being reappointed as head coach, with Claudio Ranieri as technical director.
Fed holds rates steady despite Trump's renewed calls for cuts
The US Federal Reserve held interest rates unchanged for the fifth time since December, despite Donald Trump's renewed calls to lower rates. The tenuous US-Iran peace deal has pushed energy prices up, strengthening the case for a hike.
Burnham's Social Care Speech: Hope or History Repeating?
Andy Burnham's speech on social care reform signals political will, but past failures loom. He aims to accelerate Casey review, boost workforce, and challenge parties to act.
Fauci's Lawyer Removed at Senate Hearing
Security removed Dr. Fauci's lawyer from a COVID-19 Senate hearing after a dispute over seating, escalating tensions between lawmakers and the former health official.
Chiefs' Bieniemy away as wife recovers from shooting
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy remains with family after his wife Mia was shot multiple times; son Elijah charged. Mia out of ICU.
Uefa calls emergency meeting over Fifa World Cup sell-off plan
Uefa has called an emergency meeting of its 55 members to coordinate a response to Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup to private investors, with a European boycott of Fifa tournaments under consideration.
Hackers steal 600k+ data lines from UK education dept and police
Over 740,000 pieces of data stolen from UK Department for Education and police legal database, including names, emails, and phone numbers of parents, staff, and officers.
Farage awkwardly gatecrashes birthday party in Clacton
Nigel Farage awkwardly gatecrashed a birthday party while campaigning in Clacton, as he faces pressure over donations and a by-election.
Burnham bets big on social care reform despite political risks
PM Andy Burnham tackles social care, calling it 'as unfair as American healthcare', and vows to spend political capital to fix the long-avoided crisis.
Thames Water: No Bill Cut Despite Hosepipe Ban
Thames Water confirms customers won't see reduced bills due to the hosepipe ban, citing legal frameworks and billing structures.
Lesnes Estate residents win judicial review bid
A High Court judge has granted a judicial review into Bexley Council's approval to demolish the Lesnes Estate, halting plans for nearly 2,000 new homes.
London MP demands removal of 'unsettling' Union flags
Labour MP Sarah Sackman calls for removal of Union flags from lampposts in Barnet, saying they are 'unsettling, intimidating and othering' to the community after the 2026 World Cup.
Hackney votes to review twinning with Haifa
Hackney's Green-led council has voted to review its 60-year sister city partnership with Haifa, Israel, citing the Gaza humanitarian crisis and a UN genocide finding.
Colin Fraser, Cambridge social psychologist, dies at 88
Colin Fraser, a social psychology academic at Churchill College, Cambridge, for 50 years, has died aged 88. He co-authored books, chaired the hanging committee, and was known for his supportive teaching.
Utah woman set fire to church day before wedding
Lenita Moreno, 25, allegedly set fire to a Mormon church in Kaysville a day before her wedding, causing $108,000 in damage. She was arrested for aggravated arson.
Corrections: Airbus wing site, Crowhurst yew tree location
Corrections to Guardian articles: Airbus prototype wing extensions to be assembled in Filton, not Broughton; yew tree in Crowhurst, Surrey, not East Sussex.
Georgia teen shooter sentenced to life without parole
Colt Gray, 16, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in 2024. He pleaded guilty to 55 counts.
Morning Mail: Wednesday's Top News Stories in Australia
Morning Mail: Wednesday's top news includes a major political scandal, a new climate report, and a breakthrough in medical research. Stay informed with key updates.
Former Newsom aide details affair in Vanity Fair essay
Ruby Rippey writes in Vanity Fair about her affair with then-San Francisco mayor Gavin Newsom, complicating his account and detailing struggles with alcoholism.
Seattle police recover machine gun, ghost gun from festival shooting
Three killed, five wounded in Bite of Seattle shooting; police seize modified machine gun and ghost gun; suspect still at large.
Burnham calls for cross-party social care reform talks
Prime Minister Andy Burnham promises 'problem-solving, not point-scoring' as he invites Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey to discuss urgent social care reforms, aiming to fix a decades-old funding crisis.
US diplomats stage UN walkout after France criticizes human rights
US diplomats walked out of a UN security council meeting after France criticized the country's human rights record under Donald Trump, escalating tensions over tariffs and human rights.
Rescuers search after Wisconsin tornado, no deaths
No deaths reported after a powerful tornado ravaged northeastern Wisconsin, leveling homes and toppling trees. Rescuers searched door-to-door for victims.
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