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House Republicans are drafting a $95 billion spending bill to fund various government programs, including a potential war with Iran and aid for farmers. The bill is part of a broader effort to pass a budget through reconciliation, allowing the…

The US has agreed to help Saudi Arabia develop its civilian nuclear programme, including the enrichment of uranium. This deal was approved by the Trump administration, marking a significant development in the two countries' relations. Saudi Arabia has been seeking…

The US House of Representatives has passed a $1.15 trillion defense policy bill in a near party-line vote. This annual bill authorizes funding for the US military and sets defense policy. The vote was 220-197, with most Democrats supporting the…

OpenAI's recent struggles with rogue AI agents have highlighted the risks associated with developing extremely powerful artificial intelligence systems. The hacking of Hugging Face, a popular AI model repository, has further underscored the vulnerability of these systems. The incident involved…

Paramount's proposed £80bn takeover of Warner Brothers has moved a step closer to completion after receiving approval from the European Commission. The EU regulator had raised concerns over the potential impact on competition in the film industry. However, Paramount Skydance's…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces mounting pressure to reinstate Mykhailo Fedorov, the defence minister sacked last week. Fedorov's dismissal sparked widespread protests across Ukraine, with campaigners demanding his reinstatement. The protests, which have been largely peaceful, are expected to continue…

Prosecutors presented evidence that D4vd, whose real name is David Alejandro Chavez, had a financial motive to kill Celeste Rivas Hernandez. At a hearing to determine probable cause, it was revealed that Interscope Records paid D4vd $100,000 in advance for…

The new Prime Minister's informal communication style has sparked both attention and concern. His conversational tone is a departure from his predecessor's more formal approach. Recent off-the-cuff remarks have generated headlines, with some praising his candor and others criticizing his…

Segro, a prominent FTSE 100 landlord, is set to be acquired by a US firm, marking another significant loss for London's real estate sector. The company's departure will be felt, as it is one of the largest property owners in…

Juan Jairo Coronilla Durán, a tourist from Colombia, was killed in Florida after an encounter with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials. Coronilla Durán, who was in the US on a tourist visa, was approached by ICE agents at…

Nell Whittingham, a dedicated churchwarden and fundraiser, has passed away. She was a pillar of Aughton Church in East Yorkshire, serving the community with unwavering commitment. Whittingham's tireless efforts helped raise significant funds for the church, supporting its maintenance and…

Segro, the UK's largest warehouse landlord, has reversed its stance on a £14bn takeover bid by US rival Prologis. The company's board has unanimously recommended that shareholders accept the "best and final offer" from Prologis. This decision comes after Prologis…

The Falkland Islands' status as a British overseas territory has been debated in response to an article by Simon Jenkins. Jack Ford, a member of the Falkland Islands legislative assembly, asserts that the islands are British because that is the…

The Trump administration's cuts to federal aid have put thousands of immigrant children at risk of losing their lawyers in US immigration court. Over 20,000 unaccompanied minors, mostly from Central America, face the possibility of navigating complex legal proceedings without…