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Democratic Senators Criticize ED for Front-Loading Grants
Two Democratic senators criticize the Education Department for front-loading grants, contending the practice withheld approximately $630 million from new recipients across 35 programs.
Grand Canyon U Moves Toward Opening Christian Law School
The Arizona Supreme Court approved a new Christian law school at Grand Canyon University, with enrollment expected to begin in 2027 to help address Arizona’s attorney shortage.
As the U.S.-Iran war heats up again, these parts of the stock market and economy could be affected
Escalating U.S.-Iran military conflict has prompted Wall Street to reassess economic impacts, with energy prices and bond yields rising amid concerns about consumer spending and corporate earnings.
George Fenton obituary
George Fenton, Oscar-nominated film and television composer known for Gandhi, Cry Freedom, and BBC television themes, has died unexpectedly at age 76.
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Government moves to nationalise Speciality Steel UK to protect 1,300 jobs
The British government will take over Speciality Steel UK to protect 1,300 jobs after a private sector sale fell through, citing the steelmaker’s strategic importance to the UK economy.
State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
The UK state pension is projected to exceed £13,000 annually following a wage growth figure of 3.9%, reigniting discussion about long-term affordability and intergenerational equity.
Make NHS and military uniforms in UK, fashion firms urge Burnham
Fashion industry leaders urge UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to require domestic manufacturing of NHS and military uniforms, arguing public procurement could revitalize British textile production and regional economies.
UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
The UK government is exploring membership in a global defence investment bank led by Canada that would enable nations to borrow at lower costs for military spending.
Third Heathrow runway should only go ahead if airlines pay for cleaner flying, say advisers
The UK’s Climate Change Committee says a third runway at Heathrow can proceed only if airlines fund cleaner fuels and carbon removal technology, potentially raising flight costs significantly.
Mayors and other local leaders could be given powers to oversee water firms
UK government considers giving mayors and local leaders greater oversight powers over water companies, including influence over spending and executive accountability.
Five takeaways from Canada’s push to woo the world’s richest investors
Prime Minister Mark Carney convened a major investment summit in Toronto, pitching Canada as a secure destination and announcing nearly C$500bn in new investments while facing criticism over infrastructure privatization plans.
State of U.S. democracy reaches new low, report finds
A global report finds U.S. democracy at its lowest level in 50 years, with the country cited as the clearest example of democratic decline between 2020 and 2025.
Turkish habit of stashing gold “under the pillow’ hurts economy, government says
Turkish officials warn that the widespread practice of holding physical gold at home rather than depositing savings in banks is damaging the country’s financial system and economic stability.
Ukraine war briefing: New anti-drone weapon scores hit amid race against Shahed jets
Ukraine’s military announced success with a new anti-drone interceptor against faster Russian Shahed drones, with forces downing 187 airborne targets overnight, as the country races to develop defensive weapons.
DRC-Rwanda: Can Geneva talks break the cycle of war in eastern Congo?
The DRC and Rwanda have returned to negotiations in Geneva over a year after signing an agreement, but fighting continues in eastern Congo amid disputes over the FDLR, Rwanda’s military presence, and M23’s territorial control.
China’s defence chief warns against coercion, avoids US, Japan mention
China’s defence minister called for countries to halt provocative actions and resist historical revisionism at Beijing’s military diplomacy forum, avoiding direct criticism of the US and Japan.