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Trump officials threaten Kennedy Center demolition if court blocks renovations
The justice department has also asked for Trump's name to be put back on the building after it was removed in June following a court order.…
‘Reluctant’ approval for Tasmanian datacentre sets marker for national battle
Concerns over planning process as George Town council gives go-ahead for 288MW AI factory despite opposition from localsGet our breaking news email, f…
‘Pack of lies’: Robert Jenrick launches personal attack on Kemi Badenoch
Reform MP seeks to heap pressure on Tory leader amid confusion around details of meeting with Giorgia MeloniRobert Jenrick has accused Kemi Badenoch o…
Ending private health rebate for Australians 65 and over is ‘good policy change’, report co-author finds
Research finds just 0.1-0.4% of the total insured population will ditch insurance, while the government will save as much as $940m a yearGet our break…
With Nige still sulking, Honest Bob was left to unveil Reform’s latest ‘policies’ | John Crace
The sense of futility hanging over the room was almost overwhelming as Robert Jenrick took the stageIt’s turning out to be one of the longer sulks in …
Why are European leaders staying silent after our summer of climate shock?
Lethal temperatures and wildfires have exposed a widening gulf between voters demanding action and politicians unwilling to confront the long-term c…
ICC chief urges Japan to counter US pressure on the court
Washington escalated its campaign against the ICC last week by sanctioning its president and a senior trial lawyer.…
First Thing: Pause on US immigrant visa leaves thousands of applicants in limbo
All US immigrant visa applications halted as state department moves to tighten restrictions and limit access. Plus tributes pour in for Dolly Parton, …
Infantino has no future at FIFA, says European Leagues chief
Claudius Schaefer insists the influence of the FIFA president has 'grown from year to year'.…
Groups sue Trump’s EPA over fast-track approval of toxic datacenter chemicals
Exposure to two compounds approved can result in ‘sudden death’ and range of other serious health risks, lawsuit warnsThe Trump administration has app…
China’s Xi to visit Kyrgyzstan, Egypt
The Chinese president will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek, before travelling to Egypt.…
Abortion rights group endorses Democrat Troy Jackson in critical Maine Senate race
Reproductive Freedom for All – one of the country’s oldest pro-choice groups – backs Jackson in his fight against Republican Susan CollinsOne of the o…
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP nomination to replace her late brother in US Senate – US politics live
Sister of late Lindsey Graham, who has been backed by Trump, overcomes concern about lack of experience to win place on November ballotSouth Carolina …
New data shows record number of arrests and deportations of immigrants in the US
Trump administration has moved away from high-profile, militarized raids as its deportation spree has ramped upThe Trump administration arrested and d…
Bodies found on S Korean holiday island as missing persons scandal deepens
A police sergeant has been arrested following accusations that he lied to victims' families and prematurely closed missing persons cases.…
Trump’s Korean gambit exposes a shifting East Asian order
Growing doubts about the US security umbrella are forcing new strategic calculations across the region.…
Lindsey Graham’s sister up for election to his US Senate seat
Lindsey Graham's sister up for election to his US Senate seat…
'If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain': The singer's wit and wisdom
The much-loved country singer-songwriter in her own words, following her death aged 80.…
Thousands in Japan are pulling this historic castle back into place
Thousands in Japan are pulling this historic castle back into place…
Haiti gang raid death toll rises to 47 as more than 50 kidnapped, says UN
UN chief Guterres said the attack underscores 'the alarming security situation in Haiti' due to gangs.…
US immigration agents arrested more than 49,500 people in July
The number of arrests last month showed a rise of roughly 15 percent over June's count.…
Hollywood's summer box office is glowing, but the numbers come with startling caveats
Theaters have had something for everyone this summer, and fans are paying top dollar for premium formats like IMAX. There are also fewer moviegoers, f…
Soaring summer power bills spark protests -- and even disconnections
The price of electricity is soaring in the summer heat, when fans and air conditioners are working nonstop. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, people are having thei…
COMIC: 7 lifestyle habits that may boost your chances of getting pregnant
This illustrated guide has evidence-backed advice on how to support fertility for both men and women, including which foods to eat and which activitie…
Burnham to announce plan for 10,000 work experience placements for young people – UK politics live
Prime minister to speak to press this morning while on visit to Sainsbury’s supermarket PA has reported some remarks by the prime minister on his visi…
Heatwaves show UK must do more to promote cycling and walking, campaigners say
Civil society groups argue climate crisis means transport sector needs to urgently reduce its carbon emissionsDozens of civil society groups have dema…
Teenage girl allegedly raped in ‘heinous’ attack at Queensland residential care home
State’s child safety minister Amanda Camm confirms police are investigating alleged attack west of BrisbaneA Queensland teenager has allegedly been ra…
At least 15 newborns killed in Pakistan hospital fire
Only one child rescued after fire breaks out in the nursery at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Geo News reports.…
Two Dan Sullivans to appear on Alaska’s US Senate ballot in November’s midterm elections
The incumbent senator Dan S Sullivan has condemned ex-school teacher Dan J Sullivan, claiming he is running at the behest of Democrats to confuse supp…
Man on trial for Daphne Caruana Galizia murder claims he was framed
Yorgen Fenech tells jury he had nothing to do with killing and alleges top adviser to Malta’s then PM was instigatorA businessman on trial for the mur…