FCDO Chief Concerned Over Mandelson-Epstein Links
Former FCDO chief Philip Barton tells MPs he was concerned about Peter Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein, but wasn't consulted before Mandelson's appointment.
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US Activists Plan May Day Economic Blackout with 3,000+ Events
US labor unions and community groups organize May Day economic blackout, inspired by Minnesota ICE protests, with over 3,000 actions planned nationwide.
Mary Cain Exposes Nike's Abusive Coaching in Memoir
Track prodigy Mary Cain details her hellish years under coach Alberto Salazar at Nike's Oregon Project in her new memoir, highlighting abuse and recovery.
Secret War Against Hate: Historian Battles US Nazism
Steven J Ross's new book uncovers the covert fight against post-WWII Nazi groups in America, drawing parallels to today's far-right resurgence.
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Oregon's Public Defender Crisis Traps Thousands in Legal Limbo
Oregon's shortage of public defenders has left thousands of defendants, including those wrongfully accused, waiting months for legal representation, leading to lost jobs, housing, and health crises.
Mexican forces arrest top cartel commander without firing a shot
Mexican special forces arrest Audias Flores, a top CJNG commander, and his money launderer, prompting cartel roadblocks near Reynosa.
Barclays Cuts Risky Lending After MFS Mortgage Scandal
Barclays reduces risky lending after £228m hit from MFS collapse and sets aside £105m for motor finance compensation, as CEO warns of rising fraud.
McSweeney Says Mandelson Appointment Was 'Serious Error'
Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer's ex-chief of staff, told MPs advising to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador was a 'serious error of judgment', apologizing for hurt to Epstein victims.
Beekeeper Jailed for Releasing Bees on Deputies
A Massachusetts beekeeper was sentenced to six months in jail for releasing bees on sheriff's deputies attempting to evict her friend, resulting in multiple stings.
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Conspiracy Theories Follow White House Dinner Incident
After an armed man attempted to breach a White House correspondents' dinner, conspiracy theories flourished, reflecting deep political distrust.
White House Dinner Suspect Charged with Attempted Assassination
Cole Tomas Allen faces life in prison for trying to assassinate the president at the White House correspondents' dinner. Plus, King Charles visits amid strained UK-US relations.
22 Buddhist Monks Arrested in Sri Lanka Record Cannabis Bust
Sri Lankan customs seize 110kg of kush from 22 Buddhist monks at Colombo airport, valued at 1.1bn rupees, in largest drug bust at the airport.
Suspected Arson at North London Memorial Wall Probed
Police investigate suspected arson at a Golders Green memorial wall for Iranian protesters. No arrests yet, not treated as terrorism.
Tucker Carlson: 2028 Presidential Run? GOP Nomination?
Tucker Carlson may be positioning for a 2028 presidential run, distancing from Trump and apologizing for past support, say analysts.
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Heckler Rejects Mahmood's 'White Liberal' Label as Laughable
A protester who heckled UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calls her 'white liberal' claim laughable, highlighting his Malaysian migrant background and criticizing her immigration policies as cruel.
Austrian Man Pleads Guilty in Taylor Swift Concert Plot
A 21-year-old Austrian man pleaded guilty to plotting a jihadist attack on Taylor Swift's Vienna concert, leading to show cancellations in August 2024.
Musk vs OpenAI Trial: Personal Feud Overshadows AI Safety
The Elon Musk versus Sam Altman trial, centered on OpenAI's for-profit shift, reveals personal grievances over AI safety concerns, with little benefit for public understanding.
McSweeney and Barton Grilled on Mandelson Vetting
Morgan McSweeney and Philip Barton faced MPs over Peter Mandelson's vetting. Key revelations include pressure for quick appointment, Epstein concerns, and denial of 'just approve' call.
UAE Quits Opec, Weakens Cartel, Boosts Trump
The UAE has left the Opec oil cartel amid the Iran war, weakening the group and giving a win to Donald Trump, who had accused Opec of inflating prices.
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McSweeney Admits Pressure on Mandelson Role
Morgan McSweeney acknowledges Foreign Office pressure to expedite Peter Mandelson's ambassador vetting, but denies skipping steps or impropriety.
Psychedelics From 60s Counterculture to Trump White House
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Polish Journalist Freed from Belarus in US-Brokered Swap
Andrzej Poczobut, Sakharov prize winner, released after five years in Belarusian penal colony as part of multi-country prisoner exchange deal brokered by the US.
Jon Stewart, Kimmel, Meyers Slam Trump After WH Dinner Shooting
Late-night hosts react to the White House correspondents' dinner shooting, with Jon Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel, and Seth Meyers criticizing Trump and defending free speech.
Oligarch's Yacht Crosses Strait of Hormuz
A superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov crossed the blockaded Strait of Hormuz with US and Iranian approval after maintenance in Dubai.
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Katie Phang Sues Acting AG Todd Blanche Over Epstein Files
Journalist Katie Phang files lawsuit against acting attorney general Todd Blanche, alleging DOJ violated transparency law by withholding Epstein files.
Hinckley: Trump Shooting at Same Hotel 'Spooky'
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Belarus Frees Polish Journalist Poczobut in Swap
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Majority Approve of Hanson's One Nation Leadership: Poll
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Apple Accused of Union Busting as First Unionized Store Closes
Workers at Apple's first unionized store in Towson, Maryland, allege the company is closing the store to bust the union, filing an unfair labor practice charge.
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Lebanese with Australian partners denied visitor visas
Lebanese citizens with Australian partners are being refused visitor visas, even as war devastates Lebanon, leaving families separated and migration agents questioning the system.
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