36 m. ago Federal workers free to ignore Elon Musk email ultimatum, US personnel office says – as it happened

This blog is now closed. Here’s our latest politics storyHere’s a little more on Dan Bongino, the Maga podcaster Donald Trump has named as deputy director of the FBI and who will oversee the bureau alongside newly appointed director Kash Patel.The president announced the appointment on Sunday night in a post on his Truth Social platform, praising Bongino as “a man of incredible love and passion for our country”. He called the announcement “great news for law enforcement and American justice”.Kash Patel should have been a redline. Bongino is what you get when R Senators fail to do their jobs and say no to Patel. The Trump Admin is turning federal law enforcement over to unqualified, unprincipled, partisan henchmen. It’s unacceptable and conservatives need to say so. Continue reading...

Politics

1 hour ago Actor Ben Schwartz reveals surprising source of income from Star Wars

The Parks And Recreation actor said on David Tennant’s podcast that he receives payments for helping to originate the voice of BB-8.

Events

2 h. ago Trump rescinds Biden policy meant to block U.S. arms from being used in war crimes

Biden policy required assurances U.S. allies using American weapons would follow humanitarian law and support U.S. aid shipments

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2 h. ago Cutting Medicaid and raising the debt limit: Mike Johnson struggles to get Republicans behind Trump’s budget

Analysis: ‘One big, beautiful bill’ could pass thanks to Speaker’s hard work and a few gifts from the Democrats, writes John Bowden

Politics

2 h. ago Federal workers free to ignore Elon Musk email ultimatum, US personnel office says – live

OPM says federal workers not obliged to respond despite Musk’s that ignoring email would be considered resignationHere’s a little more on Dan Bongino, the Maga podcaster Donald Trump has named as deputy director of the FBI and who will oversee the bureau alongside newly appointed director Kash Patel.The president announced the appointment on Sunday night in a post on his Truth Social platform, praising Bongino as “a man of incredible love and passion for our country”. He called the announcement “great news for law enforcement and American justice”.Kash Patel should have been a redline. Bongino is what you get when R Senators fail to do their jobs and say no to Patel. The Trump Admin is turning federal law enforcement over to unqualified, unprincipled, partisan henchmen. It’s unacceptable and conservatives need to say so. Continue reading...

Society

2 h. ago Netflix's One Day branded 'a lie' by fan who tried to recreate romantic Edinburgh hike scene

An American woman living in Edinburgh has said that the popular Netflix show One Day has 'lied' to fans as she attempted to recreate the romantic Arthur's Seat scene.

Politics

3 h. ago Meghan shares rare glimpse of Prince Archie’s American accent as she recreates iconic Diana look

The Duchess of Sussex sported a sweatshirt reminiscent of one of Princess Diana’s most memorable outfits in footage posted to her Instagram story on Sunday, 23 February.

Politics

3 h. ago Crucial murder details missing from Gabby Petito's Netflix documentary

New Netflix documentary American Murder: Gabby Petito delves into the tragic events which led to the disappearance and murder of vlogger Gabby Petito, however some details have been left out

Events

3 h. ago Federal workers can ignore Elon Musk’s email ultimatum, US office of personnel says – live

US office says federal workers are not obliged to respond to the email despite Elon Musk claiming ignoring the email would be considered a resignationHere’s a little more on Dan Bongino, the Maga podcaster Donald Trump has named as deputy director of the FBI and who will oversee the bureau alongside newly appointed director Kash Patel.The president announced the appointment on Sunday night in a post on his Truth Social platform, praising Bongino as “a man of incredible love and passion for our country”. He called the announcement “great news for law enforcement and American justice”.Kash Patel should have been a redline. Bongino is what you get when R Senators fail to do their jobs and say no to Patel. The Trump Admin is turning federal law enforcement over to unqualified, unprincipled, partisan henchmen. It’s unacceptable and conservatives need to say so. Continue reading...

Society

3 h. ago American's 'perfect one week Wales itinerary’ includes castles and a 'skippable' trip to Wrexham

An American travelling around Wales has given her perfect itineray for anyone wanting to make a visit to The Land of Song

Politics

4 h. ago These states will see the biggest impact if Congress ends Medicaid expansion coverage for 20 million Americans

Republicans are split on cuts to the federal and state health insurance program that provides coverage for more than 72 million Americans

Science

5 h. ago American tourist, 18, 'was on a SCHOOL TRIP' when she gave birth in a Paris hotel room then hurled the newborn baby to its death from a window

The newborn baby died after the tourist hurled the infant out of a hotel window moments after giving birth, local police report.

Society

5 h. ago Elton John reveals one hit track he 'hates' and vows to 'never sing' again

Elton John previously declared that he will "throw a party" on the day he never has to sing one of his biggest hit songs again, which was his first ever number one in the US.

Events

6 h. ago Chen and Kerrigan are added to cast of a figure skating event benefiting victims of DC plane crash

Nathan Chen, Nancy Kerrigan and Peggy Fleming are among the figure skaters added to the cast of a benefit event this weekend in Washington, D

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6 h. ago 'Screams' rang out in Paris as American tourist, 18, 'throws newborn baby from hotel window'

The infant reportedly still had the umbilical cord attached after being thrown from a second-floor window as prosecutors say a case is now open for 'homicide of a minor under 15'

Society

7 h. ago Chance of giant asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 falls to 0.0017%

Asteroid 2024 YR4 had reached a 3.1% likelihood of impact but further data has rendered it negligibleIt was a discovery that lead to panic-inducing headlines: a giant asteroid found to be hurtling towards Earth that, while unlikely to wipe out life, could do some serious damage.But now the world can breathe a sigh of relief. After the odds of a future collision rose earlier this year, the likelihood of an impact is now so low as to be negligible. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago The White Lotus' Jon Gries' extensive Hollywood career as Greg makes shock return in third series

The character of Greg, played by American actor Jon Gries, was introduced to the popular HBO comedy show in the first instalment

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8 h. ago Dairy company plans £90m investment and 90 jobs at Lockerbie site

The investment would have an impact on other Arla sites across the country.

Economics

8 h. ago All the road tax rises coming in April 2025 as some drivers set to pay double

From April 1, 2025, a number of wide-sweeping changes to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) will come into force - and they will impact a significant number of drivers

Economics

8 h. ago FDA moves to rehire medical device staffers fired only days earlier

The Food and Drug Administration is reinstating some of the hundreds of staffers it fired last week

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