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As Blanche’s path to confirmation is cleared, Trump’s tax audit immunity remains in place
Todd Blanche, Trump’s attorney general nominee, rescinded a $1.8 billion compensation fund for Trump allies but left in place audit immunity protecting Trump’s back taxes from IRS examination.
Board of Peace envoy meets with Netanyahu on Gaza disarmament deal, urges halt to strikes
A UN peace envoy met with Netanyahu to discuss a new disarmament deal with Hamas and urged a halt to Israeli strikes in Gaza as part of postwar transition efforts.
States sue to block feds from sharing personal data of millions who receive social service benefits
Over 20 states and Washington D.C. sued the Trump administration to block data sharing of millions receiving low-income family assistance benefits, citing privacy concerns.
Greek authorities investigate motive behind murder of Scottish woman found inside suitcase
Greek authorities are investigating the motive behind a Scottish charity worker’s death after a 26-year-old Afghan man was accused of intentional homicide in connection with her body being found in a suitcase.
Man who killed top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband makes first state court appearance
A man convicted in federal court for killing a Minnesota House Speaker and her husband appeared in state court Monday facing similar charges that could result in a life sentence without parole.
Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza, but obstacles remain
Hamas announced Friday it will disarm as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal requiring Israel to end strikes and withdraw from Gaza, though significant obstacles remain to implementation.
US government mislabels countries on map of Africa at global conference
U.S. officials at an AIDS conference in Brazil displayed a map with significantly inaccurate African country placements, prompting criticism online and a State Department acknowledgment of error.
Police arrest dozens at London rally supporting Palestine Action
British police arrested 77 people at a London court rally supporting Palestine Action, which is proscribed as a terrorist organization in the UK.
Republicans delay vote on Trump’s US attorney general pick amid concerns
Senate Republicans have delayed a committee vote on Trump’s attorney general pick Todd Blanche over concerns regarding his proximity to the president and a controversial IRS settlement involving Trump.
‘To play God’: Cuba’s healthcare system collapses under US pressure
Cuba’s healthcare system is collapsing amid fuel shortages following a January blockade by the Trump administration, leading to mounting mortality rates and treatment denials across the island.
‘The breath just went out of us’: people return to their homes after wildfires near Madrid
Residents of El Morro near Madrid returned to their homes after evacuation from wildfires that consumed tens of thousands of hectares, finding widespread destruction and grappling with the aftermath.
India’s CJP protests: Why tech alone won’t stop exam paper leaks
India’s government is considering shifting major entrance exams to computer-based testing following widespread protests over question paper leaks, but experts warn that technology alone cannot solve systemic governance and trust issues.
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Small businesses file lawsuits against Trump’s new sweeping tariffs
Small businesses filed lawsuits challenging Trump’s new tariffs on 60 trading partners, arguing the administration failed to adequately establish its case under trade law.
More than 1 million children lost access to food benefits after Trump bill passed
More than 1 million children have lost access to federal food assistance benefits since Congress approved the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in July 2025, according to a report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station
The Trump administration is urging Congress to rename Pennsylvania Station during its $8 billion redesign, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy previously suggesting “Trump Station” as a possibility.
Sons of man shot and killed by ICE in Houston demand accountability at congressional hearing
Two sons of a man killed by ICE in Houston testified at a congressional hearing, demanding accountability and a transparent investigation into their father’s death.
This desert oasis is a biological wonderland. Trump’s border wall threatens to destroy it
A planned second border wall section at Quitobaquito Springs in Arizona threatens rare species found nowhere else on Earth and a sacred Indigenous site, prompting urgent wildlife rescue efforts.
Two small American businesses sue Trump administration over new tariffs
Two small U.S. businesses have sued the Trump administration over newly announced tariffs affecting more than 80 countries, arguing the duties exceed presidential authority under trade law.
Trump switched planes in Turkey earlier this month because of threat from Iran proxy forces – report
President Trump switched aircraft in Turkey earlier this month after US officials detected a credible threat from Iranian proxy forces, according to reports from the New York Times and CBS News.
Judge rules FDA restrictions on mifepristone are arbitrary and capricious
A federal judge ruled FDA restrictions on mifepristone are arbitrary and capricious, ordering the agency to reconsider rules limiting access to the abortion medication.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns persist or voters revert to 2020 preferences.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the first major primaries of the year, featuring the most expensive Senate primary in history headed to a runoff and multiple competitive House races.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats selected five new congressional nominees in open-seat primaries that drew approximately $125 million in combined spending, making it an unusually expensive contest for the state.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani successfully backed three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries Tuesday, all winning their races. The results highlighted Mamdani’s rising political influence within the party.
Trump administration drive to seize election powers sparking ‘chaos’ despite pushback
The Trump administration is pursuing voting rule changes and increased federal election oversight, facing legal challenges and criticism from state officials and Democrats who characterize the moves as threatening election integrity.
British-born man living in US since age of nine held by ICE under threat of deportation
A British-born man who moved to the US at age nine and lived there for two decades has been detained by ICE and faces deportation after minor criminal convictions disqualified him from protected status.
Judge orders Hegseth to explain US military’s new testosterone policy
A federal judge ordered the Pentagon to explain why it is offering testosterone replacement therapy to older male soldiers while maintaining restrictions on hormone treatment for transgender troops.
US appeals court rejects Trump bid to redetain Georgetown scholar arrested by ICE
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to redetain Georgetown scholar Badar Khan Suri, who was arrested by ICE for alleged pro-Palestinian social media posts.
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Mass job cuts loom at VW as profits fall steeply on China sales slump
Volkswagen reports a steep profit decline and cuts revenue forecasts due to a major sales slump in China, announcing plans to eliminate up to 100,000 jobs.
Water bosses’ pay rises despite bonus ban and public fury over bills and pollution
Water company executives’ pay rose to £25.3 million despite a government bonus ban and widespread public criticism over pollution and soaring bills, analysis reveals.
ADHD has rewired the workplace – these are the consequences
Employment tribunals increasingly involve neurodivergent workers citing unfair treatment and failure to provide reasonable workplace adjustments, as ADHD and autism diagnoses surge.
‘Weekday games were amazing’: pubs toast extra £150m in World Cup sales
Pubs reported £150m in additional sales during the World Cup tournament, driven by late-night opening permissions and England’s semi-final run, marking the strongest football-related uplift in recent years.
Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84
Sir Ian Wood, an Aberdeen-based businessman who transformed his family fishing business into a global engineering powerhouse, has died aged 84. The oil and gas industry leader and philanthropist was one of Scotland’s wealthiest individuals.
DCC, one of FTSE 100’s biggest energy firms, agrees £5.75bn takeover
US private equity firms KKR and Energy Capital Partners have agreed to acquire FTSE 100 energy company DCC for £5.75bn, though the deal faces opposition from the company’s founder and major shareholders.
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US offers $10 million for info on group behind Signal and WhatsApp hacking spree
The US State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information on Russian cyber groups behind phishing campaigns targeting Signal and WhatsApp accounts of government officials and journalists.
New attack provides one more reason why AI browsers are a bad idea
Researchers demonstrate a new attack method that manipulates AI browsers into a false reality, bypassing safety guardrails and enabling unauthorized access to sensitive user data and credentials.
Newly discovered PamStealer isn’t your typical macOS malware
Security researchers have discovered PamStealer, a previously unknown macOS malware that uses sophisticated techniques to steal credentials while evading detection on Apple computers.
Allstate accuses Broadcom of auditing it because it quit VMware, CA
Allstate Insurance has accused Broadcom of initiating audits against it in retaliation for discontinuing contracts with VMware and CA Technologies, joining other major companies migrating away from Broadcom’s portfolio.
Now, even Russia’s most elite hackers are using Clickfix to infect devices
Ukraine’s CERT warns that Sandworm, Russia’s elite military intelligence hacking unit, has begun using the Clickfix social-engineering technique to compromise devices in Ukrainian organizations.
HP fined 1.4 billion rupees for “cartelization” of ink cartridges, toner, PCs
India’s competition regulator fined HP India and reseller partners 1.4 billion rupees for colluding to fix prices of computers, ink cartridges, and toner in government contracts.
Amazon Web Services customers receive bills for up to $1.5tn after global glitch
Amazon Web Services customers worldwide received erroneous bills reaching up to $1.5 trillion due to a global billing glitch, triggering widespread alarm before the company identified and began resolving the system error.
Meta trying to destroy whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams, US senator says
A US senator accuses Meta of using legal action to silence a former executive who made allegations about the company’s China dealings and impact on teenagers.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Army Corps Sued Again for Failing to Protect Waterways, Endangered Wildlife from Pipeline Construction
Environmental groups filed suit against the Army Corps of Engineers over a permit enabling oil and gas pipelines through wetlands and waterways, citing violations of environmental protection laws.
Renewables Provide More Than 30% of US Electricity
U.S. renewable energy sources generated more than 30% of national electricity in the first five months of 2026, growing over 10% year-over-year, with solar, wind, and battery storage projected to add approximately 83 gigawatts of capacity by mid-2027.
ESS & Juniper Energy Sign Agreement for 500 MWh+ of Sodium-Ion Energy Storage Deployments
ESS Tech and Juniper Energy signed an agreement for deploying 500 MWh or more of sodium-ion battery storage systems, starting with an 80 MWh California project targeted for 2027.
Hawaiian Electric Seeks to Expand Renewables, Energy Storage on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island, and Maui
Hawaiian Electric submitted a major renewable energy and storage request for proposals covering Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island, and Maui to modernize generation infrastructure and reduce oil dependence.
Exploit last North Sea oil and gas or risk mass job losses, Andy Burnham urged
The British Chambers of Commerce director urged Andy Burnham to permit extraction at North Sea oil and gas fields to prevent significant job losses in Scotland and the northeast as the energy sector transitions.
‘Risking blackouts’? How Great Britain’s grid operator was dragged into a political row
Great Britain’s grid operator faced political scrutiny over its handling of summer heatwaves that strained the electricity system, with whistleblowers alleging potential cover-ups of the extent of power supply pressures.
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In Michigan, the price of energy is on the ballot and both parties know it
Michigan’s midterm elections center on energy affordability after gas prices spiked following the Iran conflict, with both parties positioning themselves on energy policy and clean energy mandates.
Cattle farming: ‘You can’t describe the loss’ – the reality of Bovine TB on farmers
Northern Ireland is consulting on bovine TB control measures, including badger culling and vaccination, as the disease continues affecting farmers emotionally and financially, costing over £70m annually.
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Nursing Coalition Challenges ED’s Professional Degrees List
A nursing and allied health professionals coalition filed an amended complaint challenging the Education Department’s definition of which graduate programs qualify for higher federal loan caps.
Three arrested in fraud investigation at University of Greater Manchester
Three people have been arrested in connection with an investigation into alleged fraud, bribery, and money laundering at the University of Greater Manchester, with authorities exploring evidence of over £1 million in fraudulent transactions.
A leading school shootings researcher says he was wrong
A prominent researcher on school violence has reversed his decades-long belief that reducing bullying and improving school climate prevents shootings, saying the evidence no longer supports this approach.
As fewer young people choose college, this district wants to ensure they have career options
Niagara Falls High School is implementing mandatory career pathways for students as fewer opt for college, reflecting national trends in declining higher education enrollment and population loss.
Adults have struggled to set rules for AI in school. These teens figured it out
High school students from all 50 states gathered at the Kennedy Institute to draft AI policy for K-12 schools, passing the Students First Act with requirements for AI literacy and test restrictions.
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