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Senior Labour figures have criticized Tony Blair's recent essay on the party's future, saying it fails to adequately address issues of inequality. Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, and Torsten Bell, director of the Resolution Foundation, expressed disappointment with Blair's…

France's presidential election is shaping up to be highly contested, with 35 candidates vying for the top spot. The large field includes mainstream politicians, far-right extremists, and lesser-known figures. This fragmentation could lead to a divided vote, potentially paving the…

A midair collision during a group skydiving jump in Washington state has resulted in the death of one skydiver and injured another. Randy Hubbs was killed in the incident, while Nicole Klein was injured. The collision occurred at West Plains…

Lord Mandelson, a former UK cabinet minister, faced vetting warnings over his ties to senior figures in China, Russia, and Israel. Vetting officials raised concerns about these connections when considering his application for security clearance. Additionally, a £1m loan was…

Home Office data reveals a significant discrepancy in age assessments of young asylum seekers. Local authorities are more than twice as likely to deem UK arrivals as children compared to border force officers. This disparity raises concerns about the treatment…

The US government has introduced new rules governing green card applications. These changes aim to streamline the process and reduce wait times for certain applicants. However, some individuals and families may face difficulties or delays due to the updated regulations.…

Lebanese villagers living near the Israeli border face nightly raids and daytime bombings from the Israeli military. The area, known as the 'yellow line', is a disputed territory that Israel occupied in 1978. Residents have reported living in fear of…