96 minutes ago Italy’s Meloni to leverage strong ties with Trump — but as president whisperer or Trojan horse?

After forging unexpectedly fond ties with President Biden, Italy’s right-wing Premier Giorgia Meloni is poised to leverage a more natural alliance with incoming President Trump that positions her as a key interlocutor between the U.S. and Europe

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17 hours ago US inflation ticks up in December and remains above Fed’s 2% target rate

Consumer price index rose at annual rate of 2.9% and while Trump promised to cut prices he now says it will be hardInflation ticked up across the US last month, according to the last report on consumer prices under the Biden administration.Donald Trump has promised to bring prices down for millions of Americans. But while price rises have slowed sharply since their post-pandemic peak of 9.1%, the pace of inflation remains higher than the Federal Reserve’s target rate of 2% per annum. Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Israeli strikes on Gaza reported after Sunday ceasefire deal with Hamas announced – live

Medics in Palestinian territory say more than 30 killed in strikes late on Wednesday; Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says ‘final details’ of deal still being worked on ahead of security cabinet meetingGaza ceasefire deal: what we know so far A ceasefire deal is here. For Gaza, the Middle East and the world, the future remains unknown Hamas and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire deal, pausing the war in Gaza and designed to broker an end to the brutal 15-month conflict. The agreement is set to be officially accepted by Israel after a cabinet meeting on Thursday.The announcement on Wednesday night from Qatar’s prime minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, was made after weeks of negotiations in the Qatari capital, Doha. There were intensified efforts in recent days to hammer out the final details after increased pressure on Israel to reach a deal from the US president-elect, Donald Trump, which Sheikh Mohammed acknowledged in his media conference.Israel’s prime minister, Ben...

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1 hour ago Keir Starmer hails ‘closer than ever’ partnership with Ukraine on Kyiv visit

Two countries to sign deal to deepen existing defence relationship and boost economic links in non-military areasKeir Starmer has travelled to Ukraine to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy for the first time since he entered Downing Street, hailing a “closer than ever” partnership days before Donald Trump returns to the White House.The two countries will sign a partnership deal to deepen the existing defence relationship, with further military assistance to Kyiv on offer amid concerns the US could start to wind down its support. Continue reading...

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19 hours ago US inflation likely remained elevated last month, threatening interest rate cuts

U.S. inflation likely worsened last month on the back of higher prices for gas, eggs, and used cars, a trend that could make it less likely that the Federal Reserve will cut its key interest rate much this year

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3 hours ago Liam Payne's girlfriend Kate Cassidy shares two new tributes to tragic One Direction star

Kate Cassidy revealed two heartfelt tributes to her late boyfriend, a pair of tattoos honouring their bond, as she gently returns to social media.

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2 hours ago Biden demands constitutional amendment on presidential immunity in final warning before Trump takes power

Trump’s administration is expected to be full of lawyers who fought to expand the scope of presidential power

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19 hours ago Keir Starmer 'pushes for US trade deal with Donald Trump' as he scrambles to get growth back into UK economy

The Prime Minister used yesterday's Cabinet meeting to outline his aim of striking a 'partnership' with America under Mr Trump to 'advance our economic growth'.

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3 hours ago Biden bids farewell with dark warning for America – the oligarchs are coming | David Smith

The president did not air grievances or dwell on the past, but sounded an alarm call about the future under TrumpThere was a sting in the tail. Joe Biden’s farewell address had not seemed like a must-watch for most politics-weary Americans. Those who did dutifully tune in might have been expecting the president to deliver a yawn-inducing first draft of his White House memoir.But after more than half a century in elected office, the 82-year-old great-grandfather had one last surprise. The primetime speech did not mention Donald Trump by name. Instead it will be remembered for its dark, ominous warning about something wider and deeper of which Trump is a symptom. Continue reading...

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4 hours ago The REAL reason Michelle Obama is skipping Donald Trump's inauguration and how it could further divide her from husband Barack

Michelle Obama is skipping Donald Trump's inauguration to send a political message and not 'be fake' about her loyalties, an insider claims.

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4 hours ago Biden warns of dangerous threat of new age of ‘robber barons’ in farewell presidential address

Biden attacks ‘tech industrial complex’ as he closes a half-century in public life with Oval Office speech

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4 hours ago Biden, 82, issues ominous warnings about Trump and Elon Musk in farewell speech after 50 years in politics

President Joe Biden used the farewell speech of his 50-year-political career to issue ominous warnings about his successor Donald Trump and the wealthy allies in his inner circle.

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5 hours ago Joe Biden warns ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ in farewell address

President sounds alarm about growing power of ultra-wealthy before handing presidency back to TrumpJoe Biden’s final address to the nation struck an ominous tone after warning of the growing power of America’s ultra-wealthy, and cautioning that an emerging oligarchy threatens the foundations of US democracy.The Wednesday prime-time Oval Office speech came as Biden prepares to hand the presidency back to Donald Trump, who he defeated in 2020 only to see return to power after Biden’s own dramatic exit from politics last summer. Continue reading...

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4 hours ago Biden farewell speech live updates: Biden calls for Constitutional amendment ending presidential immunity

President Joe Biden warned ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ during his final address from the Oval Office

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5 hours ago Ukraine war briefing: US House speaker dumps key Ukraine backer Mike Turner

Mike Johnson removes his fellow Republican as chair of powerful intelligence committee; Poland says Europe must take care of itself. What we know on day 1,058Mike Johnson, the speaker of the US House of Representatives, on Wednesday removed his fellow Republican Mike Turner, a vocal supporter of assistance for Ukraine, as chairman of the powerful House intelligence committee. Johnson, who has aligned himself closely with Trump, said he would soon announce a new chair because the “intelligence community and everything related to [the committee] needs a fresh start”. Turner’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.Meanwhile, US president-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of state, Marco Rubio, said the new administration would seek “bold diplomacy” to end the war. “There will have to be concessions made by the Russian Federation, but also by the Ukrainians,” he said.Russia launched missiles and drones at Ukrainian energy facilities on Wednesday, one day a...

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5 hours ago New Jersey wants to defend Biden rule letting Dreamers use Obamacare since Trump can’t be ‘counted on’

Estimates suggest 100,000 immigrants could enroll in Obamacare under rule at issue in case

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5 hours ago Biden farewell speech live updates: President warns ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’

President Joe Biden warned ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ during his final address from the Oval Office

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5 hours ago Biden warns of dangerous threat of new age of ‘robber barons’ in final presidential address

Biden warns of ‘tech industrial complex’ danger to democracy as he closes a half-century in public life with Oval Office address

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6 hours ago Kanye West posts NAKED Pamela Anderson video as rapper sparks fears for Bianca Censori marriage

Kanye West has sparked fears for his marriage to Bianca Censori after randomly sharing a video of Pamela Anderson naked.

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5 hours ago Biden warns of dangerous threat of new age of ‘robber barons’ in farewell address

President urges Americans to stay engaged for battle for the future

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6 hours ago STEPHEN POLLARD: This ceasefire deal isn't the final hurrah for Biden... it's the first victory for Trump

The majority have been killed in captivity, and the deal between Israel and Hamas does not mean the immediate release of all those who are still alive.

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6 hours ago Trump energy chief pick says linking wildfires to climate crisis is ‘hype’

Democrats criticize Chris Wright’s comments during US Senate confirmation hearing for energy secretary nomineeDonald Trump’s nominee for energy secretary, Chris Wright, is facing criticism for disputing the ties between climate change and more frequent or severe wildfires, the Washington Post reports, a stance that is contrary to scientific consensus.During Wright’s US Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Democrats, including the California senator Alex Padilla, challenged Wright over past comments, pointing to a LinkedIn post calling wildfire concerns “hype” and dismissing their connection to climate policies. Continue reading...

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6 hours ago Ed Davey urges Starmer to join new EU customs union to defend against Trump tariffs

It comes as a leading think tank urged the prime minister to boost trade defences to deter against economic threats from Donald Trump

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7 hours ago Trump voters will be ‘brutally scammed’ during his term, Nobel economist warns

The president-elect has vowed to impose tariffs on leading trading partners

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7 hours ago Watch: Donald Trump’s secretary of state pick Marco Rubio grilled in confirmation hearing

Watch again as Donald Trump’s pick to be the next US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, was questioned in a Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, 15 January.

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7 hours ago Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner reunite for secret date in Paris... after the Kardashians all fled the LA fires

Timothee Chalamet and girlfriend Kylie Jenner tried to have a secret dinner date on Wednesday night - after skipping the red carpet to his premiere in Paris - as the stars both tried to keep a low profile.

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7 hours ago Does Netanyahu's telephone diplomacy reveal whether Biden or Trump did more to secure hostage deal?

Benjamin Netanyahu thanked Donald Trump for his help in security the release of hostages held by Hamas, according to his office, before then offering his thanks to President Joe Biden.

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8 hours ago New York City shutters sprawling migrant tent camp on remote former airfield

New York City has shuttered a sprawling tent complex erected on a remote former airport and announced the closure of other major shelters housing asylum seekers in its latest efforts to shrink an emergency housing built up in response to a surge of migration that’s now receding

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7 hours ago Biden farewell speech live updates: What time and how to watch the president’s final address from Oval Office

President-elect’s picks for attorney general and secretary of state, Pam Bondi and Marco Rubio, among those who faced questions from senators on Wednesday

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9 hours ago TikTok ban latest: Supreme Court decision looms as app’s shutdown nears Jan 19 deadline

Supreme Court is reviewing the legality of the TikTok ban which Trump opposes

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7 hours ago Democrats and Republicans spar over whether Biden or Trump deserves credit for the ceasefire

Analysis: Whose ceasefire is it anyway?

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11 hours ago New lover of vile abuser Ryan Wellings – accused of driving Kiena Dawes to suicide – loses job

WARNING - DISTRESSING CONTENT: Ryan Wellings' new girlfriend Emma Croft loyally sat in the public gallery to support him as he was cleared of manslaughter - following the suicide of 23-year-old Kiena Dawes

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7 hours ago Romeo Beckham and his girlfriend Kim Turnbull get new tattoos in London

Romeo Beckham and his girlfriend Kim Turnbull get new tattoos in London  HOLA! USA

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11 hours ago Gaza ceasefire LIVE: Deal to pause war and release hostages agreed and will take effect on Sunday

Deal reportedly reached after 15 months of conflict that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians - with news conference due imminently

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7 hours ago 'Donald Trump' spotted in local market singing love song to sell pudding

Singing Pakistani street food vendor Saleem Bagga said he feels 'very good' about his uncanny resemblance to the controversial incoming American president Donald Trump

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14 hours ago TikTok ban latest: App reveals shutdown plans in the US as Jan 19 deadline looms

Supreme Court is set to review ban, and Donald Trump opposes it – but the app looks set to go dark as a deadline arrives this weekend

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8 hours ago EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: California governor slammed by Trump once sparked speculation he would fast

Democrat California governor Gavin Newsom, savagely criticised by Donald Trump, may be fearful of what the new president might do next week. 

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14 hours ago New lover of 'torturer' boyfriend who was accused of driving tragic Kiena Dawes to her death loses her job after he blew her a kiss in court

Wellings' new partner, nail technician Emma Croft, (pictured) was asked to step down after her fiancé was cleared of manslaughter over the death of his ex-girlfriend who he abused for years.

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8 hours ago TikTok ban latest: Trump weighs executive order to ‘save TikTok’ as Supreme Court decision looms

Supreme Court is reviewing the legality of legislation that would force TikTok to be sold or be banned

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15 hours ago Beauty salon worker is asked to step down by boss after her boyfriend was cleared of manslaughter over death of his abused ex

Wellings' new partner, nail technician Emma Croft, (pictured) was asked to step down after her fiancé was cleared of manslaughter over the death of his ex-girlfriend who he abused for years.

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8 hours ago New Washington governor plans to build an efficient government that helps people

Incoming Washington state Gov. Bob Ferguson outlined his plans to help individuals while also making government more efficient during his inaugural address as the state Legislature convened for its first week of session

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16 hours ago Nationwide abortion restrictions will have a deadly impact, experts warn

The incoming Trump administration is expected to impose further restrictions on abortion with deadly effect, warn experts

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