A new federal policy bans the use of HHS grants for distributing drug test strips to the public, threatening harm reduction efforts like those in Baltimore.
Xi Jinping is intensifying domestic repression through a new ethnic unity law while challenging the US globally, pursuing regional dominance and seeking an upper hand in trade and AI.
The Trump administration finalized a framework with major tech companies to test new AI models for safety and cybersecurity risks, but the White House is keeping the details private, sparking transparency concerns.
A government review led by Alan Milburn will recommend that English primary schools identify children at risk of becoming NEET, as youth unemployment surpasses one million.
Russia may condition the release of American Robert Gilman, convicted in Russia for violence against officials, on the US releasing Russian citizens imprisoned in the US, according to Konstantin Yaroshenko, a member of Russia's Civic Chamber.
China has transitioned from a net provider of funds to a net collector in Africa as large infrastructure loans reach maturity, with Beijing focusing on smaller, selective projects.
Major Australian business groups urge Labor to suspend immigration changes and consult industry, as Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke delays a speech detailing permanent migration target adjustments and potential visa curbs.
AI music platform Suno announced plans to add watermarks to audio outputs and update usage policies to combat fraud and misuse, as the company faces ongoing copyright lawsuits and legal challenges.
Westminster council faces backlash over a draft licensing policy discouraging vertical drinking and bar service in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from the London mayor and hospitality leaders.
Downing Street has pledged to stop local councils from restricting bar ordering and standing up while drinking in pubs, following Westminster council's draft licensing policy proposals for areas like Soho.
Examining Germany's 2016 Integration Act a decade later, experts evaluate the 'support and challenge' principle, noting high refugee employment rates alongside ongoing criticisms of residency requirements and regulatory complexity.
US President Donald Trump signed executive orders targeting birthright citizenship and birth tourism, aiming to restrict automatic citizenship after a previous policy was rejected by the Supreme Court.
The UK Labour Party lost a fifth of its members in 2025, dropping to 264,754 from 333,235 in 2024, as the government faced scandals, unpopular policies, and internal dissent under then-Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Russian Foreign Ministry official Alexey Fadeyev stated at a briefing that Western nations are accomplices in Kiev's drone attacks on civilians, criticized Armenia's policies, and outlined Moscow's positions on negotiations and international relations.
UK housebuilder Persimmon raises full-year outlook despite cost pressures, citing readiness to benefit from Prime Minister Andy Burnham's housing policy agenda, aiming for 12,500 new homes by year-end.
The EU's response to the Ceuta migration crisis is criticized for incentivizing countries like Morocco to fail in managing migration in exchange for financial aid, despite paying billions in funding since 2014.
Spain faces a geopolitical dilemma between Morocco and Algeria amid unprecedented migration into Ceuta, with over 70,000 Moroccans arriving and more than 70 deaths, sparking scrutiny of Madrid's competing interests.
YouTube's AI disclosure policy targets photorealistic deception while leaving behind-the-scenes AI ideation and research undisclosed, a gap mirrored by YouTuber Hank Green's recent reckoning with his heavy reliance on AI research aids.
The US administration has paid back $100bn in tariff refunds to businesses following a Supreme Court decision ruling previous import tariffs unlawful.
Xabi Alonso has downplayed rising expectations for Chelsea this season, despite the club shifting its recruitment strategy to include seasoned veterans alongside massive investments.
As federal parliament resumes, the Australian government faces intense political pressure over proposed tax tweaks, gambling advertising restrictions, a delayed immigration policy, and Clive Palmer's lost multi-billion dollar legal battle.
China implemented new export controls on drones and sanctions on US companies in response to recent US measures, demonstrating a matured retaliatory economic toolkit.
Senator Elizabeth Warren requested an explanation from the US Commerce Department regarding policy shifts granting the UAE greater access to AI chips following investments in the Trump-backed cryptocurrency venture World Liberty Financial.
Westminster council's draft licensing policy recommends banning 'vertical drinking' and ordering at the bar in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from London Mayor Sadiq Khan, hospitality figures, and licensing experts.
