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Lady Pamela Hicks, daughter of Lord Louis Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, has died. Born in 1929, she witnessed the partition of India firsthand as a teenager. Her father played a key role in the country's transition to independence…

US employment rose by 172,000 jobs in May, indicating the labor market remains resilient despite growing economic uncertainty. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, near historic lows. This growth comes as inflation continues to rise, with the current rate…

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been ordered to stop reporting deaths of newly released detainees. Acting director David Venturella issued a memo rescinding a Biden-era policy that required the agency to report and investigate such deaths. The previous…

Labour's Andy Burnham has called for Thames Water to be nationalised, citing the need for public ownership of water companies. Burnham, a candidate in the Makerfield byelection, made the comments as he prepares for a potential Labour leadership bid. The…

US diplomats have sparked controversy by tweeting about the murder of Henry Nowak, a US citizen, in the UK. The State Department's response has been criticized for politicizing the incident. The tweets appear to be part of a larger pattern…

Jeremy Hanley, a former Conservative Party chairman, has died. Hanley served as party chair from 1994 to 1995 under Prime Minister John Major. He was known for his cheerful and affable nature, which made him a popular figure within the…

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has rejected claims of "two-tier policing" following the murder of Henry Nowak, a 31-year-old Polish man. Labour leader Keir Starmer says questions need to be asked about the case, but stops short of endorsing the…

Liz Kendall, Labour's technology secretary, has pledged to ensure artificial intelligence benefits workers. She aims to support individuals whose jobs are displaced by automation. Kendall's promise is part of Labour's broader strategy to harness AI for the public good. The…

BBC presenter Victoria Derbyshire has been investigated following complaints about her behaviour. The complaints were made as part of a 2025 review into workplace culture at the BBC. Derbyshire, who hosts Newsnight, was accused of bullying, but these allegations were…

The scientific community has revised its guidelines for announcing potential discoveries of intelligent life beyond Earth. The update aims to balance transparency with caution, preventing premature announcements that could damage the credibility of researchers. This move reflects growing interest in…

The concept of 'two-tier policing' suggests that UK police apply different standards to different racial groups. This notion has resurfaced following the death of Henry Nowak, a white man. Critics argue that police are more lenient towards minority ethnic groups,…

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has announced plans to cut business rates for pubs, cafes, and other small businesses in the region. This move is seen as a significant departure from Labour leader Keir Starmer's policy on business rates. Burnham's…

Demographic concerns about low birthrates have sparked widespread discussion. Many countries are experiencing declining population growth, prompting fears about future economic and social stability. Japan and Italy are among the nations with the lowest birthrates globally. This trend is attributed…

California's gubernatorial primary remains undecided as vote-counting continues. The state's primary election took place on Tuesday, with several high-profile races still too close to call. Experts predict that counting could take several days due to the state's large population and…