Biden sidelined by Harris as stink brews over 'garbagegate'
Joe Biden has been sidelined by Kamala Harris in the final days of her campaign, with his apparent description of Donald Trump supporters as "garbage" underscoring her campaign's fears that the outgoing president is an electoral liability. Even before the "garbage" row, Biden had already been set to play a minor role in the final days of Harris's tight campaign against Republican former president Trump.
Auditor-General to inquire into possible conflicts of interest by ministers over fast-track projects
John Ryan says he will investigate whether "appropriate systems and processes" were in place for ministers.
North Korea carries out longest ballistic missile test
North Korea has said it has tested an intercontinental ballistic missile, upgrading what it called the "world's most powerful strategic weapon", as Seoul warned Pyongyang could get missile technology from Russia for helping with the war in Ukraine.
What would a Trump win mean for abortion in the United States?
A detailed analysis of potential impacts of a second Trump presidency on abortion access and strategies for advocacy groups.
Cashless schools e-pay card system launched
THE CASHLESS schools e-pay card system, a digital payment solution designed for the education sector, was launched on Tuesday during a ceremony at Campion College in St Andrew. The system, developed by ePay Jamaica, is intended to modernise the...
Myanmar's lost generation battles trauma, addiction at jungle rehab
Rising addiction to synthetic drugs in Myanmar's conflict zones addressed by former addicts in Thai rehabilitation program.
As US election rhetoric heats up, illegal border crossings fall
The banks of the Rio Grande river separating Mexico and the United States look almost deserted, and formerly overcrowded migrant shelters are half empty -- a consequence of tougher US immigration policies in an election year. Months ago, a steady flow of undocumented migrants crossed the Rio Grande river from Ciudad Juarez each day.
North Korea launches a new intercontinental ballistic missile designed to threaten U.S.
North Korea launches ICBM, heightening tensions with U.S. and allies, amid reports of troops sent to support Russia in Ukraine.
Brits will end up being paid less after Labour's Budget, admits Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refused to rule out further rises as she toured broadcast studios this morning in the wake of her extraordinary £40billion raid.
Perthshire breast cancer patient hits out after fundraiser couple 'forget' to pay charity for a year
Carrie Roderick has raised concerns with the police, who have launched an investigation.
'Labour should have been up front': Former Chancellor condemns ‘biggest tax-raising budget in history’
Former Conservative Chancellor Jeremy Hunt launched a scathing assault on Rachel Reeves' 'shock' Budget this morning, saying families face paying £8,000 more in taxes over the next four years.
Chancellor ‘doesn’t know’ salary of new chairman tasked with ensuring government ‘value for money'
Chancellor unable to confirm salary of new Office for Value for Money Chairman, raising transparency concerns over government’s latest anti-waste initiative.
Labour said 'we don't need higher taxes'... 141 days before £40bn hike
The Chancellor's words from 11 June this year are being widely shared as evidence of Labour 's general election 'dishonesty'.
Shopper who damaged 23 cars is spared prison
Kevin Myers, 62, indiscriminately damaged the vehicles during two separate vandalism rampages in the town centre of Warrington, Cheshire.
William's trip will be a very different kettle of fish to Charles's
It was the royal tour that established King Charles as a monarch overseas in his own right. Next week I travel to Cape Town with the Prince of Wales, a trip that is likely to be a very different kettle of fish.
Some US Muslims struggle to find a candidate they can tolerate supporting for president
American Muslim voters are torn in the upcoming presidential election, grappling with the US administration's stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Many feel disillusioned with Biden, considering third-party options, while some warn against another Trump presidency, reflecting deep divisions within the community.
UK's 'most hated mum' wants to move to US after Budget
Britain's 'most hated mum' Carla Belucci, 42, says she is preparing to move to the US after the budget left her scared for her children's future
NHS must improve productivity, says Streeting
Health secretary says he expects value for money for taxpayers after £25 billion cash injection.
Alberta tables pronoun bill
Alberta has introduced a trio of bills focusing on transgender people and students using preferred pronouns.
Man who killed eagles and trafficked their parts faces sentencing Thursday
A Washington state man who pleaded guilty to killing eagles on a Native American reservation in Montana is facing sentencing Thursday. Federal prosecutors said Travis John
Government announces $2.5m boost to help teens pass new NCEA tests
Teachers at about 160 schools will get more training and time to hold small group sessions with students.
HMRC tax crackdown on 60,000 workers linked to ten suicides will be 'probed'
It will be probed after Chancellor Rachel Reeves set aside powers and cash to get to the bottom of the scandal, as she delivered her first Budget as Labour Party Chancellor.
U.S. says North Korea troops ready for Ukraine combat as missile raises tensions
The United States said that up to 8,000 North Korean troops have reached Russia’s border region with Ukraine trained and ready for combat days before the U.S. election.
Abuse in care survivor and expert calls for details of redress system before apology is given
Toni Jarvis says he wants the government to announce details of a redress system.
When an Arlington restaurant's Pay it Forward Wall dried up, Hurtado Barbecue stepped in
A North Texas restaurant whose customers sometimes lean on their Pay It Forward Wall found it needed some help itself.
Rachel Reeves' tax raid to cost charities £1.4billion a year
Bosses said they will be forced to axe services, lay off staff or even shut down as a result of Labour's tax bombshell.
Tears as 60kg of seized pounamu returned to Poutini Ngāi Tahu.
In an emotional and tearful ceremony, close to 60kg of pounamu has returned to its rightful guardians, Poutini Ngāi Tahu.
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