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Trump Signs Executive Order to Dismantle U.S. Department of Education

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a controversial executive order to begin the closure of the Department of Education, calling it a “monument to breathtaking failures” and pledging to return its authority and funding to individual states. Speaking from the White House on Thursday, flanked...

Finland Named World's Happiest Country Again, Ireland Rises to 15th Place

For the eighth consecutive year, Finland has been ranked as the world's happiest country, with locals and experts pointing to its strong welfare system and deep connection to nature as key factors in life satisfaction. Ireland has climbed two spots, moving from 17th place in 2023 to 15th in...

US Presents Ukraine Ceasefire Plan to Russia

The US government has proposed an immediate 30-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, following high-level talks in Saudi Arabia. After two weeks of tense relations with Ukraine, Secretary of State Marco Rubio successfully delivered on President Donald Trump's request for a ceasefire. The...

EU to Impose Counter Tariffs on €26bn Worth of US Goods

The European Union will impose counter tariffs on €26 billion ($28bn) worth of US goods starting next month, escalating a global trade war in response to US tariffs on steel and aluminium. US President Donald Trump's increased tariffs of 25% on all steel and aluminium imports have taken effect...

UK Close to Civil War ?

Professor David Betz, a government advisor and academic at King’s College London, has issued a stark warning that the UK could face civil war within the next five years due to a “destruction of legitimacy” caused by government policies on immigration, justice, and national identity. Betz, who...

Trump Declares March 2025 as Irish American Heritage Month

US President Donald Trump has officially declared March 2025 as Irish American Heritage Month, highlighting the long-standing friendship between Ireland and the United States while also addressing trade imbalances between the two nations. In a formal proclamation signed in the Oval Office...

Zelensky to Meet US Officials in Saudi Arabia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that his team will meet with US officials next week in Saudi Arabia to discuss a potential ceasefire with Russia. In a post on X, Zelensky confirmed he will first meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday, while Ukrainian...

UK and France Lead ‘Coalition of the Willing’ to Support Ukraine

A group of around 20 countries is considering joining a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire, according to UK officials. The initiative, led by the UK and France, aims to uphold a truce and provide security guarantees for Ukraine. While not all...

UK Sentencing Changes Spark Controversy: Barrister Warns of ‘Two-Tier Justice System

In a recent video, UK barrister Daniel Shensmith raises concerns about upcoming changes to UK sentencing guidelines, set to take effect on April 1st. He argues that these changes create a disparity in sentencing outcomes based on ethnicity, gender, and other characteristics. According to the...

Germany Moves Toward Reinstating Military Conscription Amid Growing Security Fears

Germany’s conservative leaders, poised to form the next government, are pushing for the rapid reintroduction of compulsory military service, arguing that Europe must strengthen its own security as U.S. support under President Donald Trump becomes increasingly uncertain. Friedrich Merz, leader...

Macron Warns Europe: Be Ready to Defend Ourselves as U.S. Support Wavers"

European leaders are meeting in Brussels for a special summit on defense, as concerns grow over the continent’s security following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to pause military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron warned that Europe is at a...

Trump Demands Immediate Hostage Release

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of all remaining hostages and the return of the bodies of deceased captives. "Release all of the hostages now, not later, and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered...

US Suspends Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine Amid Growing Rift

The United States has halted all intelligence sharing with Ukraine, further escalating tensions between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. officials have confirmed. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz stated that the U.S. is taking a step back and...

President Trump highlights return of American optimism in congressional address

President Donald Trump delivered a high-energy address to a joint session of Congress, marking his first since returning to the White House. In a record-breaking speech, he outlined his vision for his second term, touting economic and foreign policy moves while engaging in rowdy exchanges with...

Zelensky Ready to Work Under Trump’s ‘Strong Leadership’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described his recent heated meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as “regrettable” and admitted that it “did not go the way it was supposed to.” Despite the tense exchange, Zelensky has signaled Ukraine’s willingness to cooperate under Trump’s...

Era of rearmament' has begun

European Commission head, Ursula von der Leyen, has unveiled a five-point plant to rearm Europe.She said member states should increase defence spending by 1.5% of GDP.It comes after Donald Trump said overnight he was halting all military aid to Ukraine.Asked whether the UK had been blindsided by...

Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Mexico and Canada

President Donald Trump’s sweeping 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada officially took effect on Tuesday, a move aimed at pressuring America’s key trading partners to take stronger action against drug cartels and illicit drug flows into the U.S. At the same time, Trump has doubled...

Trump Pauses US Military Aid to Ukraine as Rift with Zelensky Deepens

President Donald Trump has announced a pause on U.S. military aid to Ukraine, citing concerns over Kyiv’s approach to peace efforts. The decision follows a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, escalating tensions between the two leaders. A White House official confirmed...

Trump Criticizes Zelensky Over Ukraine War Comments

President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after the latter stated that an end to Ukraine’s war with Russia remains “very, very far away.” The comments come just days after a heated exchange between the two leaders during a meeting at the White House...

WH Smith Name Set to Vanish from British High Streets After 230 Years

The iconic WH Smith brand is expected to disappear from British high streets as the company moves forward with plans to sell its struggling high street stores—without the rights to its name. The retailer, which has been a familiar presence since 1792, has been in discussions for weeks about...

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