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Trump told Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to ‘pay some damages’ for wildfire smoke coming across border: ‘Our air has been poisoned’
US President Donald Trump has said Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney should “pay some damages” over wildfire smoke drifting across the border into the United States, claiming that American air had been “poisoned” as a result. The remarks add another point of friction to the already strained relationship between Washington and Ottawa, which has recently…
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Donald Trump ignores FIFA president’s call to leave the stage as he joins Spain’s World Cup final trophy lift in awkward moment
Donald Trump joined Spain’s players on stage for their World Cup trophy lift despite FIFA president Gianni Infantino reportedly asking him to step aside, creating an awkward scene during the celebrations. The moment added to a chaotic finale to the tournament, which was already overshadowed by other controversies on the night. Spain beat Argentina 1-0…
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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani sparks outrage after calling Netanyahu a ‘war criminal’ who ‘belongs in the Hague’
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has provoked a backlash after describing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a “war criminal” who “belongs in the Hague,” according to reports. The remarks, attributed to Mamdani in his capacity as the city’s mayor, have drawn strong criticism from those who view the comments as inflammatory and inappropriate…
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Vice President JD Vance’s wife Usha gives birth to baby boy
US Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha have welcomed their fourth child, a baby boy named Alec Neel Vance. The couple announced the birth on X, saying mother and baby were “happy and healthy” and thanking staff at Walter Reed Medical Center and the White House Medical Unit for their care. Usha, 40,…
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Regional divide emerges as Andy Burnham’s leadership faces early scrutiny
Andy Burnham’s premiership faced early scrutiny and pressure in the period following his rise to power, with critics questioning the legitimacy of his ascent and the direction of his policy agenda. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch publicly called on the new administration to cut welfare spending, rule out further tax rises and speed up domestic oil…
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Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in World Cup final after Fernández red card
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in New Jersey to win the 2026 World Cup final, denying the defending champions the chance to retain their title. The closing stages turned contentious when Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández was sent off in the 90th minute for a late tackle on Pau Cubarsi, with four of his…
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Kemi urges Andy Burnham to cut benefits, rule out more tax rises and get drilling!
Kemi Badenoch has called on Andy Burnham to cut welfare spending, commit to no further tax increases, and expand domestic oil and gas drilling, as the new prime minister comes under early pressure over his policy direction. The intervention reflects wider unease about Burnham’s leadership, with other coverage noting a Mail poll suggesting he lacks…
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STEPHEN GLOVER: After his outrageous coup, shameless usurper Andy Burnham must call an election or he will leave the UK even more divided
Having mounted a coup against Sir Keir Starmer, he now proposes to lead a Government with an entirely new set of policies, many of which were not in Labour’s 2024 manifesto.
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LA’s next mega-event test: The coming climate Olympics
Los Angeles is treating the 2028 Olympics as a major test of whether a global sporting event can accelerate climate and environmental progress in a car-dependent city. Officials are investing heavily in cleaner transport and related infrastructure, but community and transit advocates question whether the improvements will endure after the Games or merely serve visitors…
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Platner ally Troy Jackson locks down delegates as top rivals for Democratic Senate nomination drop out
Troy Jackson locked up delegates after rivals Shenna Bellows and Nirav Shah dropped out of the race to replace Graham Platner against Susan Collins.