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Trump wants to strip union rights from 2/3 of federal employees—and an appeals court said he can
An appeals court has cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending collective bargaining rights for…
Susan Darwin
I focus on highlighting the latest in news and politics. With a passion for bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront, I aim to share stories that inspire progress, critical thinking, and informed discussions on today's most pressing issues.
Culture
England v Zimbabwe: Essex bowler Sam Cook to make international debut
Essex bowler Sam Cook will make his England debut in this week's Test against Zimbabwe, coach Brendon McCullum has confirmed. The…
News
Councillor's wife's loses appeal against jail term for racist tweet.
A Conservative councillor's wife who was jailed for inciting racial hatred after an online rant against migrants on the day of the…
Business
Leicester CIty referred over alleged EFL financial breach
Leicester City have been referred to an independent commission by the Premier League for an alleged breach of EFL financial rules while…
Business
Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights
A family who went to court to protect a young girl from her paedophile father have criticised government legislation intended to help…
News
UK in better place on trade than any other country - Reeves
The UK is now in a better place on trade "than any other country in the world", the chancellor has said. Rachel Reeves suggested the…
Fashion
Gen Z is turning to ChatGPT for outfit advice
With around 1 billion searches on ChatGPT each week, Gen Zers are increasingly turning to AI to solve a daily dilemma: what to wear. Last…
Business
Dutch startup ecosystem grows 26% but falls to 6th in Europe
The Dutch startup ecosystem has slipped to 10th place globally and sixth in Europe, according to the newly released Global Startup…
News
Why governments keep losing the ‘war on encryption’
Reports that prominent American national security officials used a freely available encrypted messaging app, coupled with the rise of…
News
Brooklyn Bridge ship crash: Mexico mourns killed Navy cadets
Vanessa Buschschlüter BBC News Watch: Brooklyn Bridge events were 'illogical', says victim's family Mexicans are mourning the death of two…
News
What the wins and losses for 2025 lunar exploration mean for the future
Half a century after the Apollo astronauts left the last bootprints in lunar dust, the Moon has once again become a destination of fierce…
Business
Royals and dogs shine at Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower show opened its gates to royalty and celebrities on Monday, with dogs, unusually, taking the spotlight. King Charles…
News
Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protections for Venezuelans
The U.S. Supreme Court let Donald Trump’s administration on Monday strip temporary protected status from Venezuelans living in the United…
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Iran and Britain summon envoys over alleged spying in UK
Britain and Iran have summoned each other's envoys after three Iranians were charged with spying in the UK. Three Iranian men were…
News
Gaza: Israel allows in five UN aid lorries after 11-week blockade
An Israeli military body says it has allowed five UN lorries carrying humanitarian aid, including baby food, into the Gaza Strip after 11…
Business
Morrisons says UK-EU deal will 'ease' price pressure
The boss of one of the UK's biggest supermarket chains the UK-EU trade deal will reduce pressure on prices. The deal signed on Monday sets…
Business
The Netherlands is building a leading neuromorphic computing hub
Our latest and most advanced technologies — from AI to Industrial IoT, advanced robotics, and self-driving cars — share serious problems:…
News
Cancer touches us all, says Biden after outpouring of support
Ana Faguy BBC News, Washington DC Joe Biden expressed his gratitude for the words of support that have poured in from across the world,…
Business
Rory McIlroy and the 'non-conforming' driver controversy
Aside from the brilliance of Scottie Scheffler's imperious third major victory, the next-biggest talking point from the 107th US PGA was…
Business
Crystal Palace fans in ecstasy after FA Cup win over Manchester City
Crystal Palace fans celebrated late into the night following the club's historic FA Cup win over Manchester City on Saturday. The south…
News
Pope denounces exploitation and autocracy in inauguration Mass
Pope Leo XIV laid out his priorities for his papacy on Sunday, criticising exploitation of the poor and autocrats during a homily to a…
News
Minister 'pushing' for deal over UK use of EU passport e-gates
A deal that would allow UK passport holders to use EU e-gates at airports is being "pushed for", a government minister has confirmed.…
News
Ros Atkins on... Trump's deals in the Gulf
This week, Donald Trump completed a three-country trip to the Gulf. And he put a major emphasis on deals being done - with the US and with…
Business
Exclusive: Swiss startup picks Rotterdam for green aviation fuel plant
Swiss tech startup Metafuels has unveiled plans to open its first commercial-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant in the Port of…