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Fossil-fuel firms in line for billions in benefits after answering Trump’s donation call
A report by Democratic senators alleges that fossil-fuel companies received, or are set to receive, about $190bn in tax breaks and subsidies after providing substantial financial support to Donald Trump’s political campaigns and inauguration. It argues that the arrangement benefits major polluters while shifting higher energy bills, pollution-related health costs and climate damages on to…
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New odds for victory in the midterm elections revealed as Democrats and Republicans fight for power… and MORE races added to battleground list
Prediction markets have shifted dramatically in favour of Democrats as the midterm elections enter their final stage. According to Kalshi markets, Democrats now have a 64 per cent chance of controlling the Senate and a 91 per cent chance of controlling the House—a significant reversal from earlier in the campaign when Republicans held the advantage…
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Why the Chagos Islands are so important: How a top-secret spy base in the middle of nowhere has sparked furious row between Trump and Britain: CHRIS PLEASANCE
The article explains why the remote Chagos Islands have become central to a dispute between Donald Trump and Britain. Their strategic importance comes from Diego Garcia, a joint UK-US military base positioned in the Indian Ocean, which supports surveillance, logistics and military operations across the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Britain agreed to transfer sovereignty…
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UK borrowing costs rise as bond yields erode budget headroom
A global sell-off in government bonds has driven up UK borrowing costs ahead of Chancellor John Healey’s budget next month. The yield on 10-year UK government bonds (gilts) has risen to 5.38%, approaching a 19-year high, as investors retreat from bonds over concerns about higher inflation and interest rates stemming from the Middle East conflict.…
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Tony Blair’s son backs campaign to rejoin EU
Euan Blair, the 42-year-old chief executive of tech firm Multiverse and eldest son of former Prime Minister Tony Blair, has publicly endorsed his father’s campaign to reverse Brexit. Speaking on Sky News, he stated that Britain would be “better off” in the European Union and that rejoining the bloc would boost the UK’s economy. This…
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Poland declares Starlink station blaze deliberate sabotage amid NATO threat warnings
Poland’s government has declared that a fire at a state-owned Starlink satellite station in central Poland was a deliberate act of sabotage, with Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski stating it was designed to disrupt internet access used by Ukrainian institutions and the Ukrainian army. The incident comes amid broader concerns across NATO Europe about escalating…
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Would Labour win an early election? Here’s what the polls say
Labour’s recent rise in the polls and Reform UK’s decline have fuelled speculation that Prime Minister Andy Burnham could call an early general election. Although the government says no early election is planned, supporters and opposition parties are preparing for the possibility, while experts caution that Labour’s position may be weaker than its recent polling…
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Trump plans high-stakes meeting with China’s Xi amid unresolved tensions
Fox News’ morning newsletter centres on President Donald Trump’s planned high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting unresolved issues in US–China relations. It also flags warnings from the heads of Anthropic and OpenAI about the potential threat artificial intelligence could pose to humanity, as well as concerns in a US college town following several…
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The unlikely South American ally helping lead Trump’s drug cartel crackdown
Ecuador has emerged as a crucial ally in President Donald Trump’s regional drug cartel crackdown, with U.S. and Ecuadorian military forces working jointly to intercept narcotics and dismantle criminal networks. This partnership represents a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy priorities, focusing military resources on Western Hemisphere threats rather than distant regions. The cooperation has…
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Team USA golfers welcome Trump’s expected Presidents Cup visit, share pride in representing America
President Donald Trump is expected to attend the final round of the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club on Sunday, having accepted an invitation from the PGA Tour to serve as honorary chairman. Multiple members of the US team have expressed enthusiasm about his visit, with golfers emphasising the significance of representing their country…