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First ministers at Celtic summit to affirm right to seek independence from the UK
Call for ‘constitutional change in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland’ likely to challenge Burnham’s devolution agendaThe first ministers of Wales, …
Politics chat: Trump's $5,000 promise to voters, Vance invokes Charlie Kirk
Following the midterm convention in Dallas, President Trump's $5,000 campaign promise has generated attention, but not belief. And, Vice President JD …
Police searching for six men over anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth
Force releases images of individuals it wants to speak to after disorder at Eastney Marina on 6 September.…
As Chavez and Maduro images disappear, is Venezuela entering a new chapter?
As part of Delcy Rodriguez's 'Venezuela reborn' campaign, murals of leaders like Hugo Chavez are being removed.…
Obama reportedly urges Democrats to prioritize safety plan for AI
Ex-president urged party at closed-door fundraiser to create sweeping framework, from safety ‘slow-down’ to job lossesBarack Obama urged Democrats to …
Europe's big names shine in Solheim Cup win over US
Charley Hull gets the ball rolling as Europe's big guns finally came to the fore in Sunday's singles as they wrestled the Solheim Cup back from the Un…
What are the five pros and cons of artificial intelligence?
AI creates new opportunities in programming and automation, but experts warn of risks to early-career workers.…
Trump reiterates $5,000 ‘dividend’ pledge if Republicans win midterms
Plan to give US adults $5,000 has been greeted with incredulity across the political spectrum as well as outrageDonald Trump on Sunday doubled down on…
Sweden general election: close race as far right eyes role in government – Europe live
Country heads to the polls as latest polling shows 0.3-point gap between left and right wing blocsin StockholmHej, that’s hello in Swedish, from Stock…
How could Reform UK spend its £72m of new billionaire donations?
Harborne and Delo’s cash could buy a massive head start in an election, but spending big has possible pitfalls Nigel Farage once said he could spend h…
Actor Tatyana Ali advocating for Black and Indigenous maternal health
Actor Tatyana Ali says her healing journey after a traumatic childbirth has inspired her advocacy for Black maternal health, including support for mid…
Kamala Harris’s California home targeted by trespasser, officials say
Former vice-president and her husband were not home when person entered their property, no arrests were madeLaw enforcement officials and a spokespers…
Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists
Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community.…
Only slim chance government will meet target of building 1.5m homes, minister says
Angela Rayner says manifesto pledge is not being dropped but focus is now on building council housesUK politics live – latest updatesThe government is…
Voting under way in Sweden with far-right eyeing first role in government
Party with neo-Nazi roots is in line for key ministerial positions if rightwing bloc wins the electionVoting is under way in Sweden in a high-stakes e…
A kingdom within a republic: Inside Uganda’s Buganda
The kingdom’s traditions and institutions have endured through colonial rule, independence and decades of upheaval.…
Indonesian passenger ship overturns, sparking search for about 130 missing
Indonesian rescuers said about 130 passengers and crew are missing after a ferry carrying more than 240 people sank in bad weather in the Java Sea on …
Reform UK’s £72m donations may be caught by new bill, Rayner suggests
Minister points to legislation’s retrospective effect, but Reform says it is confident funding is within the lawUK politics live – latest updatesRefor…
Man charged with concealing identity at protest
Anti-migrant demonstrators marched in Portsmouth on Saturday, and a counter-protest was also held.…
George Osborne calls for UK to rejoin EU customs union and boost trade
Ex-Tory chancellor says economy has ‘fallen off a cliff’ since Brexit but rejoining union could be ‘quite simple’Former chancellor George Osborne said…
Can you imagine a universe without a new 'Star Trek' on the horizon?
As Star Trek celebrates its 60th birthday, the long-running franchise is also grappling with the challenges of timing and technology. "Its audience is…
‘Trump accounts’ promise to mint child millionaires. Experts have their doubts
President has hyped growth of federal investment accounts to help US children – for his own political gainSince returning to the White House, Donald T…
Dover unrest exposes serious flaws in Britain’s handling of far-right extremism
Authorities were caught off guard by the disruption, which they labelled a ‘protest’ despite mass intimidation tacticsTo anybody watching the videos o…
Religious Vance seeks to avoid Maga schism as he keeps the faith for 2028
Vice-president wears religion on his sleeve but winding spiritual path could alienate evangelicals and CatholicsUS vice-president JD Vance has worn hi…
Reform's £72m donations 'entirely in line with law', Jenrick says
The government is trying to change the law on donations to UK political parties from British expats.…
Robert Jenrick faces questions after Reform nets £72m in donations in just 24 hours - UK politics live
Reform UK’s economic spokesperson talks to Sky News and BBC after record donations Christopher Harborne matches £36m Reform donation of Ben DeloAnalys…
Burnham must understand Wales is ‘not a region in England’, says first minister
Rhun ap Iorwerth, the first non-Labour Senedd leader, questions Westminster’s willingness to relinquish powersAndy Burnham has to be serious about dev…
UK government to offer clearer guidance on student loans after repayment row
Criticism of three-year threshold repayment freeze prompts update to guidance warning terms and conditions could changeUniversity students taking out …
One dead and more than 30 missing after ferry sinks off Vanuatu coast in rough seas
Prime minister’s office tells families of those missing ‘the nation stands with you’ as search and rescue efforts continueOne person has died and more…
NSW to put strict caps on screen time in classrooms while pushing for ‘pen and paper’ learning
Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’Follow our Australi…