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Rows over defence investment plan ‘have badly harmed cabinet relations’
Sources say much delayed Dip is close to sign-off but only after some of the Labour government’s worst infightingCabinet relations have been left badly damaged by the protracted row over the defence investment plan (Dip), according to Whitehall sources who say the standoff has led to some of the worst infighting since Labour took power.Ministers are putting the final touches on the plan, which is expected to be published in the coming weeks after departments agreed to cut their capital budgets b...
Conflicts on rise globally, highest level since WWII, data shows
World Conflicts on rise globally, highest level since WWII, data shows June 9, 20263:00 AM ET By Kate Bartlett This aerial photo shows displaced Gazans walking toward Gaza City on January 27, 2025, after crossing the Netzarim corridor from the southern Gaza Strip. AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption AFP via Getty Images JOHANNESBURG — If you've been thinking it seems like there are more wars raging in the world these days, it turns out you're right and the data proves it. A new stu...
US judge blocks Trump’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
WASHINGTON: A United States federal judge has blocked a controversial Trump administration rule that would have required a $100,000 fee for each new H-1B visa application, it emerged on Tuesday. US President Donald Trump had ordered the annual fee be added to H-1B skilled worker visas in September 2025. H-1B visas allow companies to sponsor foreign workers with specialised skills — such as scientists, engineers, and computer programmers — to work in the US, initially for three years, but extenda...
This Actor-MP Has Been In Trinamool Since 2009. She Lists Why They Rebelled
Satabdi Roy was chosen yesterday as the deputy leader of a group of Trinamool MPs who met with BJP leaders.
Japanese scholar warns intelligence council act risks 'dangerous path'
A Japanese scholar cautioned on Monday that the act to establish a national intelligence council lacks sufficient justification and could be used to expand intelligence surveillance and drive military buildup, with far-reaching consequences for Japan
Vance refers Tim Walz, Minnesota attorney general to DOJ for criminal investigation over state's alleged fraud
Vice President J.D. Vance Monday announced that he has referred allegations involving Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to the Justice Department's fraud division for a potential criminal investigation over alleged fraud in federally funded social services programs.Vance made the announcement during an appearance on Fox News' "Jesse Watters Primetime," when he was asked about a report released by the House Oversight Committee alleging that state officials, incl...
Pentagon bans China's biggest car company, blames it for helping Chinese govt
The Pentagon has added major Chinese companies, including BYD, Alibaba, and Baidu, to its list of Chinese military companies. This action, announced on June 9, 2026, prohibits these firms from receiving U.S. defense contracts. The Pentagon asserts these companies contribute to China's defense industrial base through affiliations with government ministries overseeing technology and industrial policy.
‘As close as lips and teeth’: The highs and lows of China-North Korea ties
Chinese President Xi has been welcomed in Pyongyang for his first visit since 2019.
Two years after Israel’s Nuseirat ‘rescue’ success, we are still bleeding
My family survived the massacre that freed four captives. Its wounds and nightmares have not left us.
Jacinta Allan harnesses Gillard's famous 'misogyny speech' and slams 'sexist' and 'hateful attacks' in powerful tirade
Jacinta Allan harnesses Gillard's famous 'misogyny speech' and slams 'sexist' and 'hateful attacks' in powerful tiradeJacinta Allan called out 'sexist' and 'hateful attacks'Her powerful speech echoed Julia Gillard's in 2012READ MORE: Anthony Albanese to fly to the United States to meet Apple boss See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NICHOLAS COMINO, POLITICAL REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 07:06, 9 June 2026 | Updated: 07:09, 9 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Is Keir Starmer trying to build a legacy or just getting on with the job?
As the Makerfield byelection and a potential leadership challenge loom, there is a sense the PM is looking to create impacts that lastAs the weeks ticked down to her departure from Downing Street in 2019, Theresa May had a plan. Not only did she want to put a net zero target into law, but she wanted the UK to be the first major economy to do so. And that meant beating the French.“It required the machinery of government to move more quickly than the French parliament,” a No 10 official from the t...
TMC vs TMC intensifies: Mamata camp brands rebel MPs 'traitors'; Kakoli Ghosh says 'jhukega nahi'
Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee fiercely criticized rebel leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, labeling her faction "desperate" and accusing them of betraying Mamata Banerjee and colluding with the BJP. Dastidar, however, remained defiant, vowing to fight for Bengal and the nation, asserting her long-standing commitment to the party and its principles. This exchange highlights a deepening internal conflict within the TMC.
Tony Abbott backs One Nation preference deal and says Liberals can’t just be a ‘little less woke than Labor’
Liberals and Nationals grappling with surging support for Pauline Hanson’s party, which threatens to replace them as Australia’s main conservative partyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe new Liberal president, Tony Abbott, has backed preference deals with One Nation as he declared the party wouldn’t win the next election by being “slaves to focus groups” and just a “little less woke than Labor”.The opposition leade...
ED summons Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter Veena in money laundering case
T. Veena, daughter of former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in a money laundering case. The probe centers on alleged financial transactions between Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) and her company, Exalogic Solutions. ED claims CMRL made payments of Rs 2.78 crore for IT consultancy, generating proceeds of crime.
Gabriel Raimondo, 18, wins deputy seat in election
He becomes Jersey's youngest ever politician after campaigning heavily on the cost of living.
Donald Trump declares 'total victory' over Iran will be achieved within two weeks
Donald Trump has declared "total victory" over Iran will be achieved within two weeks.In a tele-rally with Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, the President declared the war was going to be won "very soon".Mr Graham has been fundraising in an effort to avoid a runoff in Tuesday's GOP Senate primary in South Carolina.Mr Trump said: "We've been a very tough team. And I think we are winning that battle. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say "But you're really going to win it over the next two weeks...
Pro-Europe party wins Armenian election
A pro-European party has won Armenia's election, despite what watchdogs called blatant "interference" and "pressure" by Russia.
Pakistan demands 'verifiable, non-reversible' action by Afghan Taliban against terrorists, envoy tells UNSC
WASHINGTON: Pakistan told the UN Security Council on Monday that Islamabad’s demand from the Afghan Taliban was simple and clear: “verifiable and non-reversible action“ against terrorist groups operating from Afghan territory. Addressing a UNSC meeting, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, further stated: “Regrettably, this demand remains unmet.” And while the window for course correction was narrowing, it remained open, he added. “We hope th...
A menacing message: Why Iran's latest strikes against Israel are different
Iran's latest missile-and-drone barrage against Israel were not militarily noteworthy: a few high-value targets were struck, casualties were unclear, and Israel’s missile defences largely absorbed the onslaught.
India's Shanti Act "Very Positive": Global Nuclear Watchdog Chief
Rafael Grossi praises India's nuclear reforms and ambitious goals to increase capacity.