MORNING GLORY: Churchill then and now
Some books not only never grow old, they instead grow more relevant to the present day and indeed, even more pressing. One such book is The Gathering Storm, the first…
Newsom’s backroom gerrymander gamble betrays voters and dismantles democracy
California has always touted itself as a beacon of democracy. In 2008 and 2010, voters enacted constitutional amendments establishing an independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, which is the gold standard for…
Operation Warp Speed was miraculous. Trump admin should not abandon technology that made it possible
“From the instant the coronavirus invaded our shores, we raced into action to develop a safe and effective vaccine at breakneck speed… We harnessed the full power of government, the…
Horrific aftermath of Israeli attack on Gaza City
Horrific scenes in Gaza City show at least two Palestinians killed and three badly wounded people clinging to life. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Maeda & Tierney ‘have to build a partnership’ – Nevin analysis
Pat Nevin says Celtic’s new-left hand-side of Daizen Maeda and Kieran Tierney must “build an understanding” if the Scottish side are to qualify from the Champions League play-offs. BBC…
Watch: Frank Caprio’s heartwarming moments as judge
The judge became a social media sensation for his compassion and humour on his hit show Caught in Providence. BBC News
Vegan firefighter hoses down burning tractor-trailer carrying 40,000 pounds of rib-eye steaks: ‘Total loss’
A probationary firefighter at a rural fire department in Missouri had a unique experience when responding to her first fire on Monday. The Doolittle Rural Fire Protection District, located in…
Weekly sports quiz: Who stood too close to Chelsea’s wall?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world of sport over the past seven days? BBC News
Fast-food giant Jollibee blames fraudsters for raffle row in Philippines
The raffle winners have AI-sounding names like Hobby Dynamics and Noble Beer, social media users say. BBC News
Lionel Messi-less Inter Miami defeat Tigres in Leagues Cup quarterfinal
A Luis Suarez brace against the Tigres was enough for Miami to overcome Messi’s injury and progress to semifinal. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Israel’s Netanyahu escalates attack on Australia’s Albanese as ties plunge
Israeli leader claims Australian prime minister’s legacy ‘tarnished’ by decision to recognise a Palestinian state. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Can China make Pakistan and the Taliban friends again?
As China pushes to expand the CPEC, Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions continue to cast a shadow over trilateral diplomacy. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
North Korea’s Kim lauds ‘heroic’ troops deployed with Russia in Ukraine war
Kim Jong Un ‘conveyed warm encouragement’ to the officers and the soldiers serving in Russia’s Kursk region. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
The 9-1 grade boundaries explained
How do the 9-1 GCSE grades compare with the previous alphabetical system? BBC News
A full guide to GCSE results day 2025
Your full guide to this year’s GCSE exams in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. BBC News
Trump hails Texas redistricting approval that could add five GOP congressional seats nationwide
President Donald Trump is calling Texas lawmakers’ approval of a sweeping redistricting plan to add up to five new GOP-leaning congressional seats a “Big WIN” for Republicans. Trump fired off…
Cracker Barrel unveils new simplified logo: ‘Our story hasn’t changed’
Cracker Barrel debuted its new logo on Tuesday, removing the man resting on a barrel and leaving only the name of the restaurant serving southern-style comfort food. The new design…
Armed men on motorbikes keep conflict in motion in the Sahel
In Benin and across West Africa, riders viewed with suspicion as motorcycles now synonymous with armed fighters. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Jeanine Pirro says people who carry rifles, shotguns in DC will no longer face felony charges
Federal prosecutors in Washington, D.C., will no longer slap people with felony charges for possession of rifles or shotguns in the nation’s capital, according to U.S. Attorney for the District…