Trump announces new 'Trump-class' US Navy battleships
Donald Trump reveals plans for a new 'Trump-class' of US Navy warships, promising vessels bigger and more powerful than any before. Explore the details and controversy.
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Trump recalls 30 ambassadors in diplomatic purge
The Trump administration has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats in a move critics call a purge. The reshuffle targets career officers and risks politicising the US foreign service. Read the full report.
Mark Wiseman Appointed Canada's Ambassador to US
Prime Minister Mark Carney appoints financier Mark Wiseman as Canada's next ambassador to the United States, a crucial role ahead of 2026 USMCA trade review. Read the full story.
Pastor detained in China as family flees crackdown
Senior pastor Gao Yingjia is held in China as his wife and son flee abroad. The crackdown on unofficial churches alarms rights groups and signals a tightening of religious controls.
Santa's List: Who's Checking the Checkers?
As Christmas Eve approaches, questions arise over the oversight of Santa's famous 'naughty or nice' list. Who ensures its accuracy and fairness? We investigate the festive data dilemma.
Activist Groups Launch Constitutional Challenge to NSW Protest Laws
Pro-Palestine and Indigenous activist groups are taking the Minns government to court over new laws they say strip away the right to peaceful protest. Read the full story on the constitutional challenge.
Trump Unveils 'Golden Fleet' of Self-Named US Navy Warships
Donald Trump announces a new 'Trump-class' of US Navy battleships, breaking from tradition by naming them after himself. Plus, key US political stories from 22 December 2025.
Russian attacks on Odesa port and energy infrastructure
Russian forces launched two attacks on Odesa's port and energy facilities in 24 hours, causing blackouts. Meanwhile, Donald Trump says Ukraine peace talks are progressing. Read the latest on day 1,399 of the war.
PM Stands Firm on Bondi Royal Commission Timeline
The Australian Prime Minister has firmly rejected calls to delay the Bondi Junction shooting Royal Commission, insisting the inquiry must proceed as planned. Read the latest developments.
Trump on Epstein Files: 'Innocent' Reputations at Risk
Donald Trump expresses sympathy for figures like Bill Clinton after the release of Jeffrey Epstein documents, criticising the damage to those who 'innocently met' him. Read the latest.
PM Regrets Politicisation of Bondi Beach Terror Attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese voices regret that the Bondi Beach terror attack became politicised. Read his full statement and the ongoing national security implications.
Trump insists US 'has to have' Greenland for national security
President Trump appoints special envoy to advocate for US acquisition of Greenland, citing Russian and Chinese activity. Denmark and Greenland firmly reject the claim.
Trump Unveils Plan for New 'Trump Class' Battleships
President Trump reveals plans for two new 'Trump Class' battleships, described as the fastest and most powerful ever built, to spearhead the US Navy's Golden Fleet initiative. Read the full details.
Brexit trade deal failing UK firms, BCC warns Labour
The British Chambers of Commerce urges Keir Starmer to reset EU ties as a 'strategic necessity', revealing over half of exporters struggle with the current Brexit agreement. Read the full report.
Democrats Sue Trump Over CFPB 'Sabotage'
Democratic lawmakers launch a $1.5bn lawsuit against Donald Trump, alleging he sabotaged the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Read the full legal breakdown.
Ley's Bondi Shooting Remarks Denounced as Partisan Attack
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley faces fierce criticism from Labor for politicising the Bondi Junction tragedy. Read the full political fallout.
Miners win £100-a-week pension boost after govt U-turn
Former mineworkers celebrate a 'historic' 41% pension uplift after the government returns a £2.3bn reserve. Thousands to receive backdated lump sums, ending a long-standing injustice.
Strangulation Prosecutions Up Sixfold Since 2022
CPS data reveals a near sixfold rise in strangulation charges since the 2022 law. The offence, a key marker in domestic abuse, now carries a five-year maximum sentence.
Growing Labour pressure on Starmer to rejoin EU customs union
Wes Streeting leads calls for deeper EU trade ties as post-Brexit deals disappoint. With 80% of Labour voters backing a customs union, pressure mounts on Keir Starmer to shift policy before the next election.
UK bans boiling lobsters alive in new animal welfare strategy
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
Charities fight far-right rise by mending UK's social fabric
The Guardian's 2025 charity appeal supports grassroots organisations countering extremism and division. Your donations help rebuild community connections. Donate now to support hope.
Families urge Lammy to meet Palestine Action hunger strikers
Families of severely ill Palestine Action hunger strikers demand urgent meeting with Justice Secretary David Lammy. Lawyers warn of legal action as protesters' health declines after weeks without food.
Palestine Action hunger strikers' health deteriorates in UK prisons
Eight activists await trial, with seven hospitalised after hunger strikes. They demand bail and an end to the Palestine Action ban as medical concerns escalate. Read the full story.
US Immigration Detention Reaches Record High
US immigration detention numbers hit an unprecedented high of over 68,400 in December 2025, as ICE enforcement intensifies. Read the full analysis of the latest data.
Post Office Fujitsu 2006 deal to fix Horizon errors exposed
A confidential 2006 contract reveals the Post Office and Fujitsu had a deal to fix Horizon IT errors, contradicting claims they were unaware of bugs. Over 900 were wrongfully convicted.
Bowen condemns 'disgusting' political attack on Penny Wong
Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen condemns Opposition Leader Sussan Ley's 'disgusting' criticism of Penny Wong's response to the Bondi tragedy. Read his full rebuke of partisan politics.
Ecuador soldiers jailed over disappearance of four boys
Eleven Ecuadorian soldiers sentenced to 34+ years for the murder of four boys during an anti-crime operation. Families continue to seek justice. Follow for updates.
Clumsy burglar jailed after London office break-in fails
A burglar's bungled break-in at a London office, caught on CCTV, has led to a 12-month jail sentence. Read the full story of the failed raid and police response.
Six men charged with 60 sex offences on ex-wife
A Wiltshire man and five others face 60 charges for alleged sexual offences spanning 13 years. The victim has waived her anonymity. Read the latest court details.
Life sentence for machete murder in mistaken identity
Devon Brown, 30, jailed for life for murdering Okechukwu Iweha, 46, in North London. The victim's sister delivers a powerful statement in court. Read the full story.
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