No 10: Falklands sovereignty ‘not in question’ amid fears over US stance
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Man accused of stealing £125,000 of wine and whisky from Mayfair shop
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Former boss of HIV Scotland admits embezzling £5,000 from charity
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Terminally ill ‘bewildered’ at failure of assisted dying Bill, says chief backer
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McSweeney denies bullying civil servants into appointing Mandelson
Starmer’s former chief of staff says he does not recognise media’s portrayal of him before evidence hearing with MPs• UK politics live – latest updatesMorgan McSweeney has denied claims he bullied civil servants into appointing Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the UK, before an evidence hearing with MPs next week.Keir Starmer’s former chief of staff resigned in February over his role in the hiring of Mandelson, but the move failed to end the crisis over the peer’s appointment. On Thursday, Mc...
Hegseth and Caine holding Iran war briefing amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Politics Hegseth and Caine holding news conference on Iran war, as ceasefire grinds on but tension swirls in Strait of Hormuz By Joe Walsh Joe Walsh Senior Editor, Politics Joe Walsh is a senior editor for digital politics at CBS News. Joe previously covered breaking news for Forbes and local news in Boston. Read Full Bio Joe Walsh April 24, 2026 / 6:59 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The U.S. military's top uniformed and top civilian officials will take questions from the press on the...
Sacked Navy secretary refused to leave post until Trump told him direct
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsSacked Navy secretary refused to leave post until Trump told him directLatest military leader to lose their job under Hegseth attempted to ask president directly to keep role, reports saySophie Clark Friday 24 April 2026 11:30 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true...
DoJ watchdog will investigate release of Epstein files – US politics live
An internal watchdog will review the agency’s handling of records related to Jeffrey Epstein, including whether relevant documents were properly redactedSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA majority of Americans blame Donald Trump for surging gasoline prices, which is weighing on his Republican party ahead of November’s congressional midterm elections, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.Some 77% of registered voters in the poll, which concluded early this...
How Donald Trump’s war on Iran taps into the American appetite for destruction
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsHow Donald Trump’s war on Iran taps into the American appetite for destructionThe president’s conduct is grounded in centuries of American experienceRonald W. Pruessen The Conversation Friday 24 April 2026 10:28 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark"...
Elizabeth Warren tells Colbert GOP colleagues ‘don’t make eye contact’ out of shame over Iran war
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsElizabeth Warren tells Colbert GOP colleagues ‘don’t make eye contact’ out of shame over Iran warVeteran senator says Republican members of the Senate walk around with their eyes ‘glued to the floor all the time‘ because they know they cannot explain or justify the conflictJoe Sommerlad Friday 24 April 2026 10:09 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"...
Discomfort with modern technology shapes Gen Z's desire to live in the past
Politics NewsDiscomfort with modern technology shapes Gen Z's desire to live in the pastIn the new NBC News Decision Desk poll, a plurality of young Americans said they’d choose to live in the past if they had the option.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleGen Z sparks comeback for iPhone 5c on social media05:14Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 24, 2026, 5:00 AM EDTBy Alexandra MarquezSome members of Gen Z are feeling so pessimistic ab...
After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers
Politics After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers April 24, 20265:00 AM ET Eric McDaniel Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., takes questions at a news conference at the Capitol on Tuesday. J. Scott Applewhite/AP hide caption toggle caption J. Scott Applewhite/AP Speaker Mike Johnson, R.-La., is forging ahead with his latest proposal to renew a key American spy power. His bill, revealed Thursday, is largely unchanged from a previous plan which failed...
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
US justice department blocking Met police investigation into Mandelson, reports say – UK politics live
The department of justice has refused to hand over key evidence from the Jeffrey Epstein files and could delay Scotland Yard’s criminal inquiry.Good morning. The UK criminal investigation into Peter Mandelson has reportedly ground to a halt after the US justice department refused to hand over evidence contained in the Epstein files.The documents relate to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which Scotland Yard believes could hold key evidence related to Mandelson, who served as busi...
US has ‘burned through’ billions of dollars worth in critical weapons supplies in the Iran war, report claims
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsUS has ‘burned through’ billions of dollars worth in critical weapons supplies in the Iran war, report claimsThe conflict has already cost the United States more than $25 billion, according to a study conducted by the American Enterprise InstituteOwen Scott Friday 24 April 2026 09:44 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmar...
'What mistake did I commit?' Pappu Yadav refuses to apologise for remarks on women
Independent MP Pappu Yadav defends his statements on the Women's Reservation Bill. He asserts his commitment to protecting women entering politics. Yadav alleges exploitation of young girls by leaders and capitalists. He claims his remarks highlight the struggles women face in the political arena. The Bihar State Women's Commission has sought an explanation for his offensive statements.
US could ‘review’ Britain’s claim over Falklands as Trump seeks revenge over Nato’s lack of support for Iran war
NewsUKUK PoliticsUS could ‘review’ Britain’s claim over Falklands as Trump seeks revenge over Nato’s lack of support for Iran warTrump has repeatedly insulted Keir Starmer, calling him cowardly because of his unwillingness to join the warPhil Stewart Friday 24 April 2026 08:34 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmar...
Asian Policymakers Confront Iran War Fallout | The China Show 4/24/2022
“Bloomberg: The China Show” is your definitive source for news and analysis on the world's second-biggest economy. From politics and policy to tech and trends, David Ingles and Yvonne Man give global investors unique insight, delivering in-depth discussions with the newsmakers who matter. (Source: Bloomberg)
Farage admits he hasn’t spoken to Trump for months as Reform leader questions president’s judgement
NewsUKUK PoliticsFarage admits he hasn’t spoken to Trump for months as Reform leader questions president’s judgementThe Reform UK leader previously suggested the US president had been badly advised ahead of military actionJessica Coates Friday 24 April 2026 07:49 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComme...
Insight with Haslinda Amin 4/24/2026
Insight with Haslinda Amin, a daily news program featuring in-depth, high-profile interviews and analysis to give viewers the complete picture on the stories that matter. The show features prominent leaders spanning the worlds of business, finance, politics and culture. (Source: Bloomberg)