47 m. ago Tax the rich more to fill black hole in public finances, Labour members tell Starmer

Exclusive: PM urged to conduct a ‘radical change of direction’ as the government attempts to plug gaps in the public finances

Economics

53 m. ago Inside Pitbull mania as Mr Worldwide convinces 20,000 fans to wear bald caps and suits

"He’s been baptised by the girlies as the latest daddy of the internet, our therapist, and world leader": Pitbull fans reveal why they enjoy dressing just like the beloved rapper

Politics

5 h. ago Newsom says California will push to redraw maps in riposte to Texas plan

Masked border agents circle venue at which governor outlines bid to counter Republican-led redrawing effortGavin Newsom, California’s governor, said on Thursday state Democratic lawmakers would move forward with a redistricting plan to counter the Republican-led map-drawing effort in Texas aimed at securing a House majority after the midterm elections.As he spoke at the Japanese American National museum’s National Center for the Preservation of Democracy – a venue deliberately chosen for its symbolism – federal agents, armed and masked, fanned out across the complex, led by Gregory Bovino, head of the border patrol’s El Centro sector. Local news footage showed a man being led away in handcuffs. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Labour's war on boomers: Gordon Brown stole your old age, now Starmer and Reeves plan to finish the job, writes RICHARD LITTLEJOHN

In their desperation for money to throw at their various client groups, this government has deliberately targeted older people. We're seen as a rich seam to be mined to exhaustion.

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6 h. ago What Vladimir Putin says and what he REALLY means are two very different things. Commentary on the Alaskan summit by MARK GALEOTTI

The US President is arguably the most powerful and influential leader in the world, but he craves the approval of his peers. He admires Putin's strong-man image.

Politics

6 h. ago Gavin Newsom just launched his unofficial 2028 campaign for the White House

California governor may have just defined the boundaries of the Democratic primary in 2028 by firing the first shot, writes John Bowden

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7 h. ago Jeff Bezos shares heartbreak as his mum dies aged 78 following dementia battle

The Bezos Family Foundation announced the news, revealing she passed away peacefully at her Miami home on Thursday August 14 and Jeff has now shared a heartbreaking tribute

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7 h. ago Jeff Bezos shares heartbreak as his mum dies just weeks after his Venice wedding

The Bezos Family Foundation announced the news, revealing she passed away peacefully at her Miami home on Thursday August 14 and Jeff has now shared a heartbreaking tribute

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7 h. ago Government teams up with TikTok influencers over cosmetic surgery warnings

The initiative is part of a wider Government drive to tackle so-called medical tourism

Events

7 h. ago Government turns to TikTok to highlight risks of cosmetic surgery abroad

The move is part of a wider drive to combat surgical tourism.

Politics

8 h. ago Nearly half of voters fear the Government will not be able to 'smash the gangs' after migrant count hits 50,000

While the poll applies to British governments in general, it indicates a lack of faith in Sir Keir Starmer's 'smash the gangs' policy to control the boats.

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8 h. ago Newsom vows to ‘meet fire with fire’ as he brings California into Texas redistricting war with Trump and Republicans

Democratic governor’s effort comes as Republicans in Texas, Florida, Indiana and Ohio all seek to add GOP seats to their congressional maps

Politics

9 h. ago Donald Trump's 'demanding' body language shows he's 'frustrated' ahead of Putin summit

A body language expert has analysed US President Donald Trump's movements ahead of his meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, and has claimed he could be 'frustrated'

Politics

9 h. ago Arne Slot insists Florian Wirtz must reach Salah’s level to meet Liverpool expectations

German has to stay fit like Salah, says SlotGiovanni Leoni moves summer spend past £300mArne Slot has said Florian Wirtz must reach the standards set by Mohamed Salah to realise Liverpool’s ­expectations of their new record signing.Wirtz will make his Premier League debut when the champions open the season at home to Bournemouth on Friday. Slot said the Germany international’s “adjustment went better than expected, and we already expected a lot”, but admitted a more accurate gauge would take time. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago White House believes Corey Lewandowski is fudging his work hours to stay working with Kristi Noem longer: report

Lewandowski has been serving as a senior adviser to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem under a temporary special government employee status

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9 h. ago Trump golf buddy dubbed 'the Putin whisperer' expected to join meeting with Russian leader

By a pretty large margin, bettors on the betting site Kalshi are predicting one of Trump's most loyal cabinet members will be at his side during the summit.

Politics

9 h. ago Justin Trudeau spent $170k of taxpayer cash flying ISIS brides home to Canada in BUSINESS CLASS

Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government spent the eyewatering sum bringing ISIS brides back from Syria, including footing the bill for their bar tabs and junk food.

Economics

10 h. ago California governor calls for a special election to introduce new US House maps – live

Gavin Newsom announces plans to ask voters to approve new congressional maps in response to a redistricting plan by TexasMelania Trump has demanded that Hunter Biden retract comments linking her to the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and has threatened to sue if he does not.Biden, the son of the former president Joe Biden, alleged in an interview this month that Epstein introduced the first lady to Donald Trump. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago As Newsom bashed Trump in LA auditorium Border Patrol swarmed outside and made arrest: ‘You poked the bear’

Donald Trump, you have poked the bear. We will punch back,’ the California governor said

Events

10 h. ago Baroness Amos to lead NHS maternity and neonatal investigation

Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced a national investigation in June.

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