31 m. ago An uncertain future for agricultural students at Black colleges after Trump cuts: ‘a clear attack’

The 1890 National Scholars program gives full rides to HBCU students in fields like botany, forestry and food safetyDr Marcus Bernard was shocked to learn last week that the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) had suspended the 1890 National Scholars program that funds undergraduate students’ education in agriculture or related fields at about 20 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).Bernard is dean of the college of agriculture, health and natural resources at one of those institutions, Kentucky State University. At Kentucky State, close to 40 of the scholars have enrolled since the project’s inception in 1992. Nationwide, the program has supported more than 800 students, according to the USDA. Continue reading...

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35 m. ago Haunting details from Jesus Guerrero's last days leave more unanswered questions about his death at 34

Jesus Guerrero, 34, died in hospital after falling sick with a mystery illness, his sister, Gris Guerrero, revealed on Tuesday. Guerrero died days after working with JLo in Dubai.

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47 m. ago Chile seeks to extradite a suspect from the US over the killing of a Venezuelan dissident

Prosecutors in Chile say the country will formally request that the United States extradite a Venezuelan man to stand trial for charges related to the abduction and killing of a Venezuelan ex-army officer and opposition figure last year in Chile

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83 m. ago Trump praises Starmer’s ‘hard’ lobbying as he again suggests UK will be exempt from US tariffs – live

Trump calls Starmer meeting ‘tremendously productive’ and says ‘we have a very good chance at arriving at a very good deal’Trump-Starmer visit: the key takeawaysEuropean Commission president Ursula von der Leyen will travel to London this Sunday to take part in an informal meeting on Ukraine and European security, the European Commission has just confirmed. Jakub Krupa has more on his Europe live blog.David Lammy, the foreign secretary, has confirmed that President Trump has the ability to veto the deal that the UK has negotiated transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Isands to Mauritius. Speaking on ITV’s Peston last night, Lammy said:If President Trump doesn’t like the deal, the deal will not go forward.The reason for that is because we have a shared military and intelligence interest with the United States, and of course they’ve got to be happy with the deal, or there is no deal. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago MSP says families in North Lanarkshire to benefit as Scottish Child Payment increases after Budget is passed

In North Lanarkshire over £33million has been invested over the last four years

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2 h. ago A Cruel Love star Lucy Boynton struggled to 'switch off' as she filmed harrowing Ruth Ellis drama

Actress Lucy Boynton appeared on BBC's The One Show on Thursday where she spoke about the upcoming ITV drama in which she portrays the last woman to be executed in Britain

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2 h. ago Trump hints UK could avoid the sanctions he plans for EU during White House talks with Starmer – follow live

US president says UK is ‘very different place’ where he has investmentsTrump-Starmer visit: the key takeawaysEuropean Commission president Ursula von der Leyen will travel to London this Sunday to take part in an informal meeting on Ukraine and European security, the European Commission has just confirmed. Jakub Krupa has more on his Europe live blog.David Lammy, the foreign secretary, has confirmed that President Trump has the ability to veto the deal that the UK has negotiated transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Isands to Mauritius. Speaking on ITV’s Peston last night, Lammy said:If President Trump doesn’t like the deal, the deal will not go forward.The reason for that is because we have a shared military and intelligence interest with the United States, and of course they’ve got to be happy with the deal, or there is no deal. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Rare planetary parade to be visible in UK skies on Friday for last time until 2040

Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury and Saturn to line up for last time until 2040

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2 h. ago Denise Welch claims she was only given hospital bed after she was recognised

‘Somebody spotted me and phoned the press - and I was in a bed in 15 minutes,’ she told Loose Women

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3 h. ago Donald Trump and Keir Starmer's delicious White House lunch menu revealed

The two leaders will share a lunch before crucial discussions on the future of Ukraine - with Sir Keir Starmer saying only a US ‘backstop’ can secure lasting peace in the war-torn region

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3 h. ago Trump invited to UK for state visit as US president calls Starmer ‘a special man’ at White House talks – follow live

King Charles also invites US president to Scotland ahead of the unprecedented second state visitTrump-Starmer visit: the key takeawaysEuropean Commission president Ursula von der Leyen will travel to London this Sunday to take part in an informal meeting on Ukraine and European security, the European Commission has just confirmed. Jakub Krupa has more on his Europe live blog.David Lammy, the foreign secretary, has confirmed that President Trump has the ability to veto the deal that the UK has negotiated transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Isands to Mauritius. Speaking on ITV’s Peston last night, Lammy said:If President Trump doesn’t like the deal, the deal will not go forward.The reason for that is because we have a shared military and intelligence interest with the United States, and of course they’ve got to be happy with the deal, or there is no deal. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Schoolboy who allegedly beat elderly dog walker to death sent 'laughing' emojis to friend after reading victim was fighting for his life in hospital, court told

The teenager is charged with the murder of Bhim Kohli, 80, who died 24 hours after he was allegedly punched and kicked repeatedly last September.

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4 h. ago Keir Starmer's 'dangerous' tactic as 'something extraordinary happens' with Donald Trump

Sir Keir Starmer has arrived in Washington DC for talks with Donald Trump on Ukraine and defence spending - after saying only a US ‘backstop’ can secure lasting peace in the war-torn country

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4 h. ago Trump praises Starmer as a ‘special man’ as they meet at the White House – follow live

The two leaders will hold talks, followed by a joint press conferenceEuropean Commission president Ursula von der Leyen will travel to London this Sunday to take part in an informal meeting on Ukraine and European security, the European Commission has just confirmed. Jakub Krupa has more on his Europe live blog.David Lammy, the foreign secretary, has confirmed that President Trump has the ability to veto the deal that the UK has negotiated transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Isands to Mauritius. Speaking on ITV’s Peston last night, Lammy said:If President Trump doesn’t like the deal, the deal will not go forward.The reason for that is because we have a shared military and intelligence interest with the United States, and of course they’ve got to be happy with the deal, or there is no deal. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Dalston shooting: Three arrested for conspiracy to murder after drive

Armed police swarmed Kingsland High Street in Dalston, east London, in May 29 last year after the youngster was struck by a bullet - while three other men were wounded and taken to hospital

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4 h. ago Abandoned by his accomplice, the carjacker who lasted barely minutes

The driver but left his accomplice trapped in the vehicle as he fled the scene

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4 h. ago Airdrie teen impressing as bricklaying apprentice with Persimmon West Scotland

Jamie Bruce, 19, joined firm's apprenticeship programme in August last year, beginning his journey on the Royale Meadows development in Muirhead.

Society

4 h. ago Charles and Camilla make second donation to Middle East humanitarian appeal

The King and Queen were among the first to donate to the appeal at its launch last October.

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5 h. ago 5 awkward and troubling things Donald Trump did in the 24 hours before Keir Starmer's visit

As usual the Donald and his entourage have done a number of things in the last 24 hours that make things a little awkward for Starmer's arrival

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5 h. ago Work to repair storm damaged Quay Zone in Girvan set to be completed early next year

The Quay Zone was hit by significant storm damage last year but work is well underway to repair the damage.

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