Politics

Ken Paxton’s ex-lawyer endorses rival James Talarico in Texas Senate race

Attorney Dan Cogdell backs Paxton’s Democratic opponent and says the Republican is too focused on appeasing TrumpA lawyer who represented Ken Paxton, …

2026-06-09

'If it could happen to Annabel, it could happen to any of us'

Annabel Rook was murdered by her partner at their Stoke Newington home after she tried to end their relationship.…

2026-06-09

Trump booed ‘thunderously’ at NBA Finals: What we know

US President Donald Trump was booed during his appearance at the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden in New York.…

2026-06-09

Carer who 'couldn't go on' not guilty of mother's murder

Stefania Glowka denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter based on diminished responsibility.…

2026-06-09

When U.S. foreign aid changed, AIDS workers in Africa felt it

In South Africa and Mozambique, health care providers say cancellation or redirection of U.S. PEPFAR funding under the Trump administration have alrea…

2026-06-09

Girl, 16, among five arrested over Nowak protests as three charged

Disorder erupted in Southampton on Tuesday near where 18-year-old Henry Nowak was fatally stabbed.…

2026-06-09

It's one of the world's most isolated islands. Here come the bulldozers

The Indian government is spending $9 billion to create a megaport, airport and city on this remote island. Critics fear the impact on pristine forests…

2026-06-09

FIFA U-turns on water bottle policy in US, Canada stadiums after backlash

New York Mayor Mamdani was among those critical of FIFA’s decision to ban water bottles at World Cup stadiums.…

2026-06-09

David Lammy Tells JD Vance He's Wrong Over Immigration Comments

The Deputy PM called the US Vice President and told him he’s wrong over Henry Nowak post.…

2026-06-09

Lammy told JD Vance his remarks about Henry Nowak were ‘wrong’ – as it happened

The justice secretary said he spoke to the US vice president after he blamed mass immigration for Nowak’s murderReform UK’s home affairs spokesperson …

2026-06-09

As US turns 250, Trump adds fuel to battles over monuments and memory

Proposed memorials have become flashpoints in a wider struggle over history and political powerDisputes provoked by public monuments, flags and symbol…

2026-06-09

‘Fear mongering is the main narrative’ in Armenia’s elections

‘Fear mongering is the main narrative’ in Armenia’s elections…

2026-06-09

FBI fires several analysts tied to disputed ‘Catholic ideology’ memo

Firings are part of a broader personnel purge under under the leadership of director Kash Patel, a Trump loyalistSeveral FBI analysts tied to the crea…

2026-06-09

Peru polls open in Keiko Fujimori, Roberto Sanchez presidential runoff

Race between right-wing Fujimori, leftwing Sanchez follows first round of voting marred by logistical issues.…

2026-06-09

U.K. deputy prime minister: JD Vance was wrong to blame teen's murder on immigration

Britain's deputy prime minister says he told U.S. Vice President JD Vance he was wrong to blame immigration for the death of a university student who …

2026-06-09

Scott Pelley says Bari Weiss wanted 60 Minutes to say Renee Good was ‘driving toward officer’

Anchor who was fired accuses CBS chief of interfering with report because it echoed what Trump said of the shootingFired CBS 60 Minutes anchor Scott P…

2026-06-09

Trump refuses to rule out using ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for Capitol rioters who attacked police

US president says ‘I’d pay the kind of money they deserve’ amid questions over his administration establishing fundDonald Trump declined on Sunday to …

2026-06-09

Lawsuit seeks to stop Trump’s planned White House UFC match

Legal challenge claims US president did not seek proper approval for fighting event to be held on his 80th birthday.…

2026-06-09

Bob Packwood, senator who resigned amid sexual misconduct scandal, dies aged 93

The moderate Republican, an advocate of abortion rights, resigned in 1995 amid accusations of sexual harassmentFormer US senator Bob Packwood, a moder…

2026-06-09

Trump reportedly considers buying Chagos Islands from Mauritius

Potential proposal would secure control of Diego Garcia base amid stalled UK plans to cede sovereignty of territoryDonald Trump is reportedly weighing…

2026-06-09

Trump abruptly ends NBC interview after clash over 'rigged election' claim

During the interview, the president was repeatedly challenged on several points by the show's presenter Kristen Welker.…

2026-06-09

Ro Khanna says he supports Graham Platner’s bid for Senate despite ‘shameful’ actions

Democratic congressman issues qualified defense of Maine candidate in his bid to unseat Republican Susan CollinsProgressive Democratic congressman Ro …

2026-06-09

Labour urges Farage to stop evading scrutiny over £5m gift from crypto billionaire

Call for ‘clear and truthful account’ comes amid questions about the Reform leader’s property spendingThe Labour party has written to Nigel Farage urg…

2026-06-09

South Africa's president unveils crackdown on illegal migration

He made the announcements in a national address as tensions rise over anti-foreigner marches.…

2026-06-09

Friendship or leverage: Why is Xi Jinping going to North Korea?

Beijing is trying to reassert influence over a strategically vital yet deeply unpredictable partner.…

2026-06-09

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un inspects munitions at weapons factory

North Korea has released photos of Kim Jong Un inspecting huge munitions at a weapons factory…

2026-06-09

Ex-CIA official accused of stealing $40m in gold bars reportedly created fake spy program

David Rush, who was arrested in May, stole millions from US government through ‘special access program’, officials sayA former executive intelligence …

2026-06-09

Australia news live: Julia Gillard ‘disgusted’ by ‘ditch the witch’ ads targeting Victorian premier; One Nation ahead of Labor in new poll

Former Labor prime minister angered at use of ‘tired old trope’. Follow liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIs Australian m…

2026-06-09

‘What if all cockroaches came together?’ The youth movement threatening to shake up India’s politics

Cockroach Janta party began as online joke but is growing into one of the most unexpected challenges to country’s rightwing governmentThe call out to …

2026-06-09

Trump walks out of interview with NBC’s Meet the Press after clash over election claims

Kristen Welker questioned Trump’s allegations that races for California governor and 2020 president were ‘rigged’Donald Trump walked out of an intervi…

2026-06-09