At least 10 FBI agents who worked on Trump investigation fired
The terminated FBI staffers all participated in a probe into Trump's handling of classified documents after his first term.
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Counting underway in Gorton and Denton amid high turnout for crucial byelection – UK politics live
Turnout in Gorton and Denton byelection over 47%, with 36,903 verified votes cast as Greens, Reform and Labour contest the seatReform activists are “hearing Matt Goodwin has all but conceded defeat to the Greens”, the UK poll aggregator Britain Elects has posted on X.The Greens have predicted a “seismic moment” in UK politics, with a party source telling the Press Association:Things are feeling positive. Not wanting to get ahead of ourselves, but everything that we thought that was going to be happening looks like it’s happening … Whatever happens, I think it’s fair to say that Greens are here to stay now as a progressive voice in British politics. Continue reading...
Pakistan in 'open war' with Afghanistan, Pakistani defence minister says
Pakistan's defence minister has said that the ​country ‌is in an "open ​war" with neighbouring Afghanistan, after both nations launched airstrikes overnight.
Australia news live: Angus Taylor criticises PM for not condemning Grace Tame’s Sydney protest chant; Sussan Ley formally quits parliament
Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSarah Mitchell, the NSW shadow minister for health, said revelations two people had died after an outbreak of fungal infections at a major Sydney hospital were “shocking”, calling for more transparency from the Minns government.As reported yesterday, the Sydney local health district said the two deaths and four other infections resulted in Royal Prince Alfred Hospital closing its transplant unit temporarily. The infections occurred between October and December, and the SLHD is investigating the source. A spokesperson said on Thursday that fungal spores of the common mould aspergillus could be stirred up by construction works. RPA has been undergoing a major redevelopment since 2023.The revelations that multiple patients died due to a fungal outbreak at Royal Prince Alfred hospital are shocking. Patients go to hospital to be cared for, not to be exposed to life-threatening infections.The staff, patients and families of those who lost their lives deserve transparency.We must recognise that violence has an immediate and long-term cost for all – therefore reforming the systems that currently harm or inadequately protect women and children must be a priority – and simply money makes a difference. Continue reading...
Negative gearing changes on the table before May budget, Jim Chalmers confirms
Treasurer says ‘not unusual’ for his department to examine options but stresses that no decision has been madeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Albanese government has again opened the door to reforms to negative gearing as it weighs up potentially sweeping tax changes to raise revenue and help address the housing crisis.The treasurer, Jim Chalmers, confirmed that changes were being examined in the lead-up to the May federal budget after reports his department was modelling rules that would limit negative gearing to two investment properties. Continue reading...
Will World Cup Games in Mexico Be Affected by Cartel Boss Killing?
Safety questions linger since the country is set to host matches in the world’s largest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup.
Pakistan bombs Kabul after intensifying border clashes with Afghanistan
Escalation of violence between the volatile neighbours makes a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shakyPakistan bombed Afghanistan’s capital of Kabul and two other provinces on Friday, hours after a cross-border attack, the latest escalation of violence between the volatile neighbours who signed a Qatar-mediated ceasefire in 2025.Following months of tit-for-tat clashes, Afghan forces attacked Pakistani border troops on Thursday night in what the Taliban government said was retaliation for earlier deadly air strikes. Continue reading...
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,464
These are the key developments from day 1,464 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Hillary Clinton says she answered every question in Epstein testimony and confirms Republican asked about UFOs and Pizzagate – as it happened
This live blog is now closed.Trump news at a glance: No deal reached in Iran talks as potential for US attack loomsSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxCindy McCain announced today that she will step down from her role as executive director of the United Nations World Food Programme to focus on her health.McCain, the widow of the late US senator John McCain, suffered a mild stroke last October and had returned to Italy to resume her work after that, but the demands of the job were affecting her recovery, the organization said. She started the role in April 2023. She will step down in three months. Continue reading...
LIVE: Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan, fighter jets bomb Kabul
Pakistani and Afghan officials have both declared full military operations as border clashes intensify.