Redistricting debate shifts to South Carolina as Republicans seek clean sweep of House seats – US politics live
GOP to target seat held by Jim Clyburn, the only Democrat among the state’s seven representatives in the HouseSign up for the Breaking News US emailHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.An effort to reshape South Carolina’s congressional districts will get its first full airing Monday in the state House.I live in three districts. I’ll decide which one to run in.A US Senate official on Saturday removed security funding that could be used for Donald Trump’s planned $400m White House ballr...
When is the SpaceX IPO? Elon Musk Wants it 'Pretty Soon' | The Pulse 5/18/2026
"The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics. Based in London, we go wherever the story is, bringing you exclusive interviews and market-moving scoops. Today's guests: Laura Cooper, Nuveen, Global Investment Strategist & Head of Macro Credit; Kim Crawford, JPMorgan Asset Management, Global Rates Portfolio Manager; Azadeh Zamirirad, German Institute for International and Security Aff...
Lammy dismisses Streeting’s call for UK to rejoin EU as ‘sixth form’ debating position – UK politics live
Deputy PM says the public will not forgive weeks of internal debate on the EU and Labour leadership, warning it will play into Reform’s handsGood morning. Harold Wilson was right; a week is a long time etc etc. Seven days ago, the biggest threat to Keir Starmer was a half-baked challenge from Catherine West. A week on, with Andy Burnham on a viable path back to Westminster within the next few weeks, it now seems more likely than not that Burnham will be prime minister by the autumn, perhaps earl...
LIRR unions, MTA's late-night bargaining session ends with no deal to stop strike
Local News Long Island Rail Road unions, MTA's late-night bargaining session ends with no deal to stop strike By Lisa Rozner, Lisa Rozner Lisa Rozner joined CBS News New York in 2017. She covers a wide range of stories. Read Full Bio Lisa Rozner, Mark Prussin Mark Prussin Digital Producer, CBS New York Mark Prussin is a digital producer at CBS New York. He covers breaking news, sports, politics and trending stories in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Mark joined the CBS New York team in 201...
Iran War Fuels Bond Rout as Asia Markets Reel | Insight with Haslinda Amin 05/18/2026
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'All will be forgiven in Washington': Secret Pak cipher hints at US role in Imran Khan's fall
A resurfaced Pakistani diplomatic cable alleges US involvement in Imran Khan's 2022 ouster. The document, citing a meeting with a US official, suggests American concerns over Khan's Russia stance and hints that his removal via a no-confidence vote would mend ties. Khan's party views this as proof of foreign interference in Pakistan's politics.
Tube strikes: RMT union slammed for rejecting 'best working conditions' for train drivers across Britain
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Koko at 125: an iconic music venue reborn
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What issues will new BBC director-general Matt Brittin have to deal with?
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Former Google executive Matt Brittin to begin tenure as BBC director-general
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Trump allies and Christian leaders kick off America’s 250th birthday with religious rally on National Mall
Thousands gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a day of prayer, worship music and patriotic speeches for an event celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary that supporters hail as a public affirmation of faith in America but critics view as an exclusionary display that blurs the line between religion and politics.
Starmer’s Government returns to Westminster amid leadership rivals’ Brexit row
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UK has highest property tax burden of top economies, says report
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President Connolly to meet Irish communities during visit to English cities
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SNP Westminster leader demands urgent review of UK’s ‘anti-business policies’
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UK holidaymakers preparing for European border delays because of EES – poll
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UK hotspots where Gen-Zs are getting on housing ladder revealed by lender
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Housing market sees ‘North-South divide’ amid ‘surprisingly strong’ confidence
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Trump and administration officials address Christian gathering on National Mall
Politics Trump and administration officials address Christian gathering on National Mall May 17, 20266:55 PM ET By Chandelis Duster A person worships to Christian music at Rededicate 250, a mostly conservative Christian prayer gathering in honor of the United States' 250th anniversary, on the National Mall on Sunday. Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP hide caption toggle caption Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP Crowds of people gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a conservative prayer gathering as pa...
‘Gold plating’ HS2 resulted in railway’s woes, major report due to say
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