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'Death to IDF' chanters face arrest in hate speech crackdown at Nakba 78 and Unite the Kingdom marches in London
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Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, government says
Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, government says39 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmily AtkinsonBBC NewsReutersEleven foreign "far-right agitators" have been blocked from entering the country to attend a rally organised by anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson, the government has said. Thousands are expected to join the Unite the Kingdom event on Saturday, while an annual pro-Palestinian demonstration takes place in another part of London.Sir Keir Starmer s...
Ray Dalio: 'Expect a Tribute System' as China Influence Grows
After spending time with leaders across Asia and China, Ray Dalio says the perception of American power is shifting fast. Countries that once relied on the US for security are recalibrating toward Beijing, and China sees itself entering a new era of influence rooted in its historical "tribute system." Meanwhile, Dalio says investors tracking the war in Iran are trading on cash flows, not fear, and they need diversification, liquidity, and gold to navigate what comes next. (Source: Bloomberg)
Voting Rights Act ruling is ‘red meat’ to Republicans in south, says Black lawmaker targeted by gerrymander
Mississippi politicians are threatening to redraw the district of Bennie Thompson, the state’s lone Democrat in CongressThe supreme court decision that effectively gutted the Voting Rights Act (VRA) “was red meat to the Republican legislators of the south” the US House representative Bennie Thompson said.Conservative lawmakers in Mississippi, where Thompson is both the state’s lone Black and only Democratic congressional representative, have used the opportunity to explicitly target him, threate...
'I could tell them I don't want any students but...': Trump on accepting 500,000 Chinese students in US
US President Donald Trump spoke about accepting 500,000 Chinese students in the US at a time when his administration has cracked the whip on even legal immigration, and said it's a very insulting thing to say to a country that "I don't want any students". These are good students and US will give them Green Card, Trump said adding that it's not only about China but students from other countries too.
Yeovil boss accused of trying to poach ex-club's players
Yeovil boss accused of trying to poach ex-club's playersImage source, ShutterstockImage caption, Billy Rowley joined Yeovil Town from Walton & Hersham in NovemberPublished14 minutes agoYeovil Town boss Billy Rowley has been accused by his former club of repeatedly attempting to poach their players - including in person at an end-of-season party.Rowley joined the Glovers from Walton & Hersham in November and led the club to a 16th-placed finish in the National League.Walton & Hersham, who won pro...
Pauline Hanson goes nuclear over Angus Taylor's new immigration proposal - and reveals the one thing she can't stand about the Liberals
READ MORE: How will Angus Taylor pay for his $22billion tax planBy CAITLIN POWELL - NEWS REPORTER and AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 14:48, 15 May 2026 | Updated: 14:48, 15 May 2026 e-mail View comments
'Mamata head of criminals': RG Kar victim's mother after 3 cops suspended
NEW DELHI: Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim on Friday called former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee a 'criminal' and alleged that the truth behind the case would emerge if she was 'caught and jailed'.
78 years later: Palestinians are still denied their right to return.
78 years ago, 800,000 Palestinians were displaced by zionist militias. Today, their grandchildren are still refugees.
'Murder by system': Rahul Gandhi targets Centre over NEET suicides, paper leaks
NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday questioned the central government over rising number of deaths by suicide after NEET paperleak scandal. Terming it "murder by system", Rahul cited case from UP where a 21-year-old hanged himself allegedly over the cancellation of the medical test post paper leak.
What next for Starmer? Five scenarios in Labour leadership crisis
What next for Starmer? Five scenarios in Labour leadership crisis8 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJoshua NevettPolitical reporterPA MediaResignations and a revolt by some MPs this week have challenged Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's grip on power but there is still no clear resolution to the leadership crisis affecting Labour.Andy Burnham is seeking to stand in a by-election triggered by the resignation of a Labour MP who wants the Greater Manchester mayor to replace Sir Keir.We...
Chris Packham shares blueprint to smash far right and demands major change
As the dust settles on Labour's loss in the local elections, conservationist and Springwatch presenter Chris Packham shares a toolkit to turn things around by the General Election
Trump-Xi summit: China, US disagree on what they agreed on
US touted trade deals; China said it warned Washington over Taiwan. Neither side confirmed the other's claims.
Not our war: Behind closed doors, UAE urged Gulf action against Iran, Saudis refused
The UAE sought a joint military response from Gulf nations against Iran after Tehran's attacks, but Saudi Arabia and Qatar refused, citing it as "not their war." This disagreement strained UAE ties with its neighbors and contributed to Abu Dhabi's growing frustration with regional partners.
What was actually achieved at Trump and Xi’s ‘stalemate summit’ in Beijing?
US president said he and Chinese leader ‘settled a lot of different problems’ but gave little detail on solutionsTrump China visit live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s whirlwind trip to Beijing – the first US presidential visit in nearly a decade – wrapped up with much fanfare but little clarity about what was actually achieved.Trump said on Friday that he and Xi Jinping, China’s leader, “settled a lot of different problems that other people wouldn’t have been able to solve”. But he didn’t provid...
Soldier speaks out after ICE releases wife from custody
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has released Sgt. 1st Class Jose Serrano's wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, after she spent a month in detention. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
'Reform will take it!' Makerfield voters deliver verdict on 'self-entitled' Andy Burnham ahead of by-election
Voters in Makerfield have thrown their support behind Reform UK ahead of an upcoming by-election in their constituency.Following the announcement from Greater Manhester Mayor Andy Burnham of his plans to stand in the by-election, locals told GB News that it was a "mistake" for Josh Simons to step down to allow him to stand.Reacting to Mr Burnham's bid, one local told GB News National Reporter Sophie Reaper that he "doesn't like" the decision.He said: "I don't really like it because he's been bro...
Carrick future to be decided 'pretty soon' amid contract talks
Carrick future to be decided 'pretty soon'Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Michael Carrick has won 10 out of his 15 league games in charge of Manchester UnitedBySimon StoneManchester United reporterPublished3 minutes agoCommentsMichael Carrick says his Manchester United future will be decided "pretty soon" amid ongoing talks over a contract to take over as head coach on a permanent basis.United are negotiating with Carrick's representatives over what is likely to be a two-year deal, with...
'What have you done for Punjab?': Arshdeep sparks fresh row after Tilak controversy
Pacer Arshdeep Singh faces renewed criticism following a sharp social media retort to a fan questioning his Punjab Kings affiliation. This controversy follows an earlier uproar over alleged remarks about teammate Tilak Varma's skin tone. These incidents intensify scrutiny on the bowler's online conduct, with calls for stricter action growing louder.
Watch: What did we learn from Trump's visit to China?
President Trump has concluded a two-day visit to Beijing at a high-stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.