10 m. ago Trump tears into Putin for being a 'problem' as he promises 'major' action amid fury at the dictator over Ukraine

President Donald Trump tore into Vladimir Putin as he pushes for a ceasefire in Ukraine, saying the Russian president 'talks nice, and then he bombs everybody.'

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19 m. ago Donald Trump's message that left Chelsea stars baffled revealed by lip reader

Chelsea became champions of the world with a stunning 3-0 win over PSG in the Club World Cup final that banked them a huge prize fund, but their celebrations on stage were overshadowed by Donald trump

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19 m. ago Ceasefire prospects, joint drone production and strengthening air defences on table in US talks, Ukraine says – Europe live

Ukraine president says he had ‘productive’ meeting with US envoy with Trump announcement on Russia due to come later todayUkrainian intelligence agents killed members of a Russian secret service cell wanted on suspicion of having shot dead a colonel last week, the SBU said.The SBU intelligence agency said in a statement that the operation had sought the arrest of the agents of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), who it believes were behind the killing of Col Ivan Voronych – also a member of the SBU security service – in Kyiv on Thursday. Continue reading...

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21 m. ago 'One year after he was shot, Donald Trump has built a private army'

After he dodged a bullet, Donald Trump was swept to power with a Messiah complex, says Fleet Street Fox. Now he's built a private army for a Biblical purge

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32 m. ago Donald Trump snubs Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as he names best player of all time

Before gatecrashing Chelsea's Club World Cup trophy lift, Donald Trump was asked to name his greatest of all time in football - and he opted to go old school with his pick

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43 m. ago Biden denies White House aides granted clemency without his knowledge

‘I made every single one of those,’ former president insists after claims by Trump over his use of autopenJoe Biden has denied claims that his circle of aides acted without his knowledge when he granted a slew of pardons and commutations in the final days and hours of his presidency.“I made every single one of those,” the former president told the New York Times in an interview published on Sunday when asked about claims that he was incapacitated and unaware of clemency decisions. Biden called the people making those claims “liars”, adding, “They know it.” Continue reading...

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44 m. ago Club World Cup dismissed as a Fifa ‘fiction’ by head of players’ union

Sergio Marchi likens Infantino to Roman emperor NeroHe says staging was reminiscent of ‘bread and circuses’The president of Fifpro has described the Club World Cup as a “fiction” and compared Gianni Infantino to the Roman emperor Nero, as the dispute between the players’ union and Fifa continued to escalate.Sergio Marchi joined the ranks of those critical of Infantino’s expanded tournament, saying a “lack of protection” for players had left the Club World Cup equivalent to “bread and circuses”. It is understood Fifpro was not invited to a meeting regarding player welfare held by Infantino in New York on the eve of the final, won 3-0 by Chelsea against Paris Saint-Germain. Continue reading...

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57 m. ago Reeves says protections remain for ‘working people’ amid wealth tax speculation

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the manifesto commitment not to increase income tax, national insurance and VAT still stood.

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62 m. ago Lionesses Toone and Mead mark personal loss in Euros win over Wales

Pair have bonded while dealing with grief and poignant goal celebrations were a reminder of their mutual supportThere are rare occasions when a moment in a match can remind you that football is both the most meaningless thing in the world and the most meaningful. On Sunday night, in the compact and atmospheric Kybunpark, the proximity of the stands to the pitch giving a feel of the playing surface being held in a tight embrace, two poignant goal celebrations stuck out.The first came from the sublime Ella Toone, who became the only player on record to score a goal, provide an assist and have a 100% pass completion rate in Euros history during her 45 minutes on the pitch. When she converted from close range after her initial effort was blocked, the 25-year-old kissed her hands and pointed to the sky, the emotion on her face shifting from sheer joy to stoic contemplation as she paid tribute to her father, Nick, who died in September. Continue reading...

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63 m. ago Parliament WON'T be recalled for Trump speech during State Visit in September

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the US President and First Lady Melania will be in the UK from September 17 to 19.

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72 m. ago Starmer to meet Trump during Scotland trip ahead of state visit

The US president is expected to travel to Scotland in July before the state visit in September.

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74 m. ago Another car giant issues urgent recall for thousands of vehicles over airbag concerns

The issue could have devastating consequences in a crash, as it could tear open and fail to protect occupants.

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78 m. ago Donald Trump to meet Keir Starmer in Scotland when US President jets in this month

The US President is expected to formally open a second course at his luxury golf resort in Aberdeenshire when he heads to Scotland.

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81 m. ago Malaysians urge government to reject ‘Zionist’ Nick Adams as US envoy

Political parties say Donald Trump’s ambassador nominee ‘openly spreads hatred towards Islam’

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81 m. ago Donald Trump says Chelsea won't get to keep FIFA Club World Cup trophy after talks with FIFA chief

Chelsea lifted the FIFA Club World Cup on Sunday night after beating Paris St-Germain 3-0 in New Jersey, but President Donald Trump says the Blues won't get to keep the original trophy

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82 m. ago Trump greenlights key Ukraine Patriot request as he's left 'disappointed' by Putin

Months after appearing to almost take his side in the Ukraine war debate, President Trump appears to be wising up to the underhand tactics used by Vladimir Putin

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85 m. ago Starmer to meet Trump in Scotland this month as demonstrations planned against state visit – UK politics live

PM to meet US president during private visit in July as Stop Trump Coalition announces protest planned for SeptemberAs Rowena Mason revealed recently, No 10 has issued guidance that in effect bans civil servants from any level of speaking at events where journalists are present.Today the Times has published a letter signed by almost 30 experts – including former senior officials, thinktank leaders, academics and union leader – saying this policy is a mistake because it is having “a chilling effect on public discussion” and that it should be withdrawn. They say:The government’s new guidance that prevents public officials from participating properly in public or stakeholder events is a mistake. Effective government relies on public servants, whose salaries are paid by the taxpayer, hearing directly from businesses, charities, academics and citizens to help them make better policy. They should be able to explain government activity to those same groups. Continue reading...

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89 m. ago Cole Palmer 'wanted Donald Trump moved' after he crashed Club World Cup celebrations

Cole Palmer ‘wanted Donald Trump moved’ when the US President gate crashed Chelsea’s Club World Cup celebrations as he put himself front and centre of the trophy lift

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91 m. ago Strengthening air defences, sanctions against Russia and procurement of weapons all on table in US talks, Zelenskyy says – Europe live

Ukraine president says he had ‘productive’ meeting with US envoy with Trump announcement on Russia due to come later todayUkrainian intelligence agents killed members of a Russian secret service cell wanted on suspicion of having shot dead a colonel last week, the SBU said.The SBU intelligence agency said in a statement that the operation had sought the arrest of the agents of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), who it believes were behind the killing of Col Ivan Voronych – also a member of the SBU security service – in Kyiv on Thursday. Continue reading...

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95 m. ago Voices: Beware the second Trump state visit – here’s how it could all go horribly wrong

The prime minister has also sensibly opted for the Trump visit to be held during the parliamentary recess – one might almost think it intentional, writes Sean O’Grady

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