United States Politics and Government May 18, 2026 Abortion Pill Lawsuit Leaves Trump Silent, and in a Political Bind Louisiana wants the Food and Drug Administration to curtail access to the medication. Doing so could cost Republicans at the polls. Abortion Pill Lawsuit Leaves Trump Silent, and in a Political Bind Louisiana wants the Food and Drug Administration to curtail access to the medication. Doing so could cost Republicans at the polls. See more
Life and style Jul 5, 2026 Don’t tell me it’s wrong to hold a grudge. I’m making the world a better place, one petty boycott at a time | Polly Hudson Forgive and forget? I haven’t set foot in my local bakery since I was belittled by the woman behind the counter‘If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in... Don’t tell me it’s wrong to hold a grudge. I’m making the world a better place, one petty boycott at a time | Polly Hudson Forgive and forget? I haven’t set foot in my local bakery since I was belittled by the woman behind the counter‘If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in... Share
Gambling Jul 5, 2026 NSW Labor to adopt tougher pokies stance as Sydney inner west mayor says ‘momentum for real reform unstoppable’ State Labor conference expected to pass a motion which would commit to 50% of machines being removed from operation in next 10 yearsGet our breaking news ema... NSW Labor to adopt tougher pokies stance as Sydney inner west mayor says ‘momentum for real reform unstoppable’ State Labor conference expected to pass a motion which would commit to 50% of machines being removed from operation in next 10 yearsGet our breaking news ema... Share
United States Politics and Government Jul 5, 2026 In Fourth of July Speech, Trump Celebrates America and Derides Foes A centerpiece address for the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration devoted time to American history, but had all the hallmarks of a Trump rally. In Fourth of July Speech, Trump Celebrates America and Derides Foes A centerpiece address for the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration devoted time to American history, but had all the hallmarks of a Trump rally. Share
Switzerland Jul 5, 2026 Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church The Vatican has excommunicated the priesthood of a rebel Catholic faction. Many of the priests’ followers have refused to renounce them. Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church The Vatican has excommunicated the priesthood of a rebel Catholic faction. Many of the priests’ followers have refused to renounce them. Share
Politics and Government Jul 5, 2026 As Xi Looks to Extend His Rule, He Leans on a Longtime Ally Xi Jinping is preparing to extend his rule as China’s leader and bring fresh blood into the Communist Party elite. Cai Qi is the man he’s tasking to help. As Xi Looks to Extend His Rule, He Leans on a Longtime Ally Xi Jinping is preparing to extend his rule as China’s leader and bring fresh blood into the Communist Party elite. Cai Qi is the man he’s tasking to help. Share
Politics and Government Jul 5, 2026 Impeachment Trial of Philippine Vice President Set to Begin Sara Duterte, who has said she would run for president, could be barred from politics over allegations of corruption and for making death threats against Pre... Impeachment Trial of Philippine Vice President Set to Begin Sara Duterte, who has said she would run for president, could be barred from politics over allegations of corruption and for making death threats against Pre... Share
Art Jul 5, 2026 Ordering Objects at V&E East Storehouse: From David Bowie Guitar to Beatrix Potter Originals Visitors at the V&A East Storehouse can book appointments with artifacts that usually aren’t on show — and can even touch many of them. Ordering Objects at V&E East Storehouse: From David Bowie Guitar to Beatrix Potter Originals Visitors at the V&A East Storehouse can book appointments with artifacts that usually aren’t on show — and can even touch many of them. Share
Independence Day (US) (July 4) Jul 4, 2026 U.S. Ambassador to Canada Hosts July 4 Party Amid Tension Over New Bridge Pete Hoekstra had made false claims that Canada hadn’t fully paid for the $4.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. U.S. Ambassador to Canada Hosts July 4 Party Amid Tension Over New Bridge Pete Hoekstra had made false claims that Canada hadn’t fully paid for the $4.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. Share
Russia Jul 4, 2026 Ukraine war briefing: Trump repositions himself as peacemaker in long call with Putin Ahead of Nato summit in Turkey, Zelenskyy also tells Trump ‘there is a real prospect to end this war’. What we know on day 1,593US president Donald Trump had... Ukraine war briefing: Trump repositions himself as peacemaker in long call with Putin Ahead of Nato summit in Turkey, Zelenskyy also tells Trump ‘there is a real prospect to end this war’. What we know on day 1,593US president Donald Trump had... Share
China Jul 4, 2026 Founder of prominent underground church released from prison in China Ezra Jin, founder of Zion Church, lands in the US and reunites with family who are ‘overwhelmed with joy’The founder of one of China’s most prominent undergr... Founder of prominent underground church released from prison in China Ezra Jin, founder of Zion Church, lands in the US and reunites with family who are ‘overwhelmed with joy’The founder of one of China’s most prominent undergr... Share
Fireworks Jul 4, 2026 This California Town Banned Fireworks. Then Came the Dogs. People flock to the coastal town of Cambria, which has become known for its fireworks ban, to give their dogs some respite on the Fourth of July. This California Town Banned Fireworks. Then Came the Dogs. People flock to the coastal town of Cambria, which has become known for its fireworks ban, to give their dogs some respite on the Fourth of July. Share
England Jul 4, 2026 England braced for a Mexican whirlwind as Tuchel strives for calm amid the chaos After their frantic display against DR Congo, England head coach needs his side to remain composed in the Azteca cauldronIt was somehow in keeping with the b... England braced for a Mexican whirlwind as Tuchel strives for calm amid the chaos After their frantic display against DR Congo, England head coach needs his side to remain composed in the Azteca cauldronIt was somehow in keeping with the b... Share
