Trump slow to invest in states that could decide election; some in GOP fear ‘skeleton’ campaign
NEW YORK — In his bid to retake the White House, few states hold as much promise for Donald Trump as Michigan. The former president has…
Council spending on special needs transport doubles
A Department for Education spokesperson said: "Every child should have access to a high-quality education, including those with special educational needs, which is why we're…
AP-NORC poll: Trump evokes more anger and fear from Democrats than Biden does from Republicans
ATLANTA — Many Americans are unenthusiastic about a November rematch of the 2020 presidential election. But presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump appears to stoke more anger…
Care worker migrant surge 'should've been obvious'
The former independent borders watchdog has criticised the Home Office's approach foreign care staff and airport security. Source link
Trump got a break in one case — and a stern warning in another
The courts give, and the courts take away. And in a whirlwind couple of hours on Monday, they took a fair bit more from Donald…
New East-West Council meets for the first time
The meeting examined ways to "strengthen the bonds" between NI and GB, the NI Secretary says. Source link
California’s 16th Congressional District divided by one vote
Those needing a reminder about the power of a singular vote should look no further than California’s 16th Congressional District, where the race to be…
Labour will not commit to government childcare plan
Bridget Phillipson tells the BBC the £4bn plan is a "mess" and calls for wider reform of provision. Source link
Trump promotes ‘God Bless the USA Bible,’ for sale
In a video promoting the new “God Bless the USA Bible,” former President Trump held up the book, an American flag rippling across its cover,…
Barclay apology over role in local waste project
The environment secretary says he should have stepped back earlier from a decision on an energy project. Source link
Judge issues gag order on Trump in hush money case
NEW YORK — A New York judge issued a gag order Tuesday barring Donald Trump from making public statements about witnesses, prosecutors, court staff and jurors…
Treasury staff worked at bank linked to China state
The Treasury says the secondment scheme deepens ties with Asia and boosts British business. Source link
Biden is racing to shift marijuana policy ahead of election
WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris looked up from prepared remarks in the White House’s ornate Roosevelt Room this month to make sure the reporters in…
Two ministers quit government in mini-reshuffle
Education minister Robert Halfon and armed forces minister James Heappey are also standing down as MPs. Source link
Abortion pills: Supreme Court skeptical of restricting mifepristone
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court justices sounded skeptical Tuesday about imposing new limits on the dispensing of abortion medication through pharmacies or by mail. The justices,…
UK approach to China is ‘robust’, Rishi Sunak says
However, asked on Tuesday whether ministers were planning to designate China a threat, the prime minister's official spokesman said: "There isn't a mechanism under UK…
Extreme heat is deadly. Californians need to pay up to protect themselves
“If there is one idea in this book that might save your life, it is this: The human body, like all living things, is a…
Blackpool South by-election to take place in May
It comes after Ex-Tory MP Scott Benton stood down rather than face a recall petition. Source link
Abortion pills, mifepristone saw surge after Supreme Court ruling
Less than a quarter of a century ago, abortion pills could not be legally obtained from a U.S.-based medical provider. Now, they are the most…
China hits out at US and UK over cyber hack claims
Beijing tells the US and UK to stop their own cyber attacks, accusing them of "political manipulation". Source link