The United States nation faces threats that extend beyond the familiar divide between Democrats and Republicans. Increasingly, two ideological movements — one on the far left, one emerging on the …
AP Warns Against Trump’s ‘Darkly Political’ Anti-Communist Remarks
Communism is an evil philosophy. Communist regimes have killed hundreds of millions of people and made millions more live in a police state. But somehow, speaking ill of communism alarms …
Disability benefit not fit for purpose, minister leading review says
Sir Stephen Timms says personal independence payments (Pip) in England and Wales need changing. Read full story Author:
Family’s ‘unimaginable loss’ as mum and daughters found dead
Bedfordshire Police is seeking Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, 45, also known as Mark. Read full story Author:
Man denies attempted murder of 10 people on train near Huntingdon
Anthony Williams pleads not guilty to various charges after passengers were stabbed onboard. Read full story Author:
It was ‘love at first sight’ with their adopted baby – then they were told he may have been trafficked
When they adopted Marcus, David and Ally’s dream of having a child was complete – but now they could lose him. Read full story Author:
Burnham on course for No 10 as Labour nominations open
The former mayor of Greater Manchester is unopposed in the race to replace Sir Keir Starmer. Read full story Author:
Most popular baby names for boys and girls in 2025 revealed
The Office for National Statistics releases its annual data on baby names, with Olivia remaining most popular for girls and Muhammad for boys. Read full story Author:
Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup
The prime minister says he does not want to “jinx it” but “ask me again if we get to the final”. Read full story Author:
Farage’s by-election in Clacton officially confirmed
Reform’s Lee Anderson has moved the writ in the Commons, with the by-election likely to happen on 13 August. Read full story Author:
New DNA samples to be taken from Lin and Megan Russell killer 30 years after murders
Evidence is being re-examined after serial killer Levi Bellfield reportedly admitted the murders. Read full story Author:
How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
As summers in the UK get hotter, is it time for air conditioning to become a permanent feature in most homes? Read full story Author:
Why heatwaves hit women harder
Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them. Read full story Author:
Questions remain about defense strategy for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
A preliminary hearing to establish whether there is enough evidence against Tyler James Robinson for the case to proceed to trial enters Day 3 in Utah. Read full story Author: …
Clock ticking, Black leaders in Memphis dig in on voter turnout
“This awoke a sleeping giant,” one organizer said of the church rallies and voter drives underway after GOP lawmakers redrew state election maps. Read full story Author: Brady Dennis
Dog fleeing fireworks is rescued from 15-foot well after neighbor hears cries
“He just had a look on his face like, ‘Please help,’” firefighter Towan Smith said. Read full story Author: Kyle Melnick
Dog fleeing fireworks is rescued from 15-foot well after neighbor hears cries
“He just had a look on his face like, ‘Please help,’” firefighter Towan Smith said. Read full story Author: Kyle Melnick
Platner Suspends Senate Bid in Maine After Rape Accusation
Mr. Platner’s withdrawal, which comes after a woman accused him of rape, creates deep uncertainty in a race that both parties see as crucial to their hopes of winning the …
‘A Slow-Rolling Disaster’: Inside the Implosion of the Platner Campaign
Graham Platner’s bid for the Senate inspired progressive Democrats. But the campaign, which he suspended Wednesday, was messy, disorganized and ultimately doomed by a steady drip of scandal. Go to …
Does a Sex Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends.
The swift exit of Graham Platner from the Maine Senate race followed Eric Swalwell’s similar exit from the California governor’s race, but Republicans have taken a different tack. Go to …