Starmer faces calls to resign as opposition parties accuse him of lying over Mandelson’s vetting – UK politics live

Opposition party leaders said the prime minister misled parliamentariansSwinney says this is a manifesto for the whole of Scotland.He confirms that the SNP would argue for the Scottish power to have more control over energy policy (still largely reserved to Westminter). He says:The problem is not that we do not have the energy. The problem is that Westminster has the power. This election is our opportunity to take those powers and put them into Scotland’s hands. Continue reading...

Le suprémaciste noir béninois Kemi Seba arrêté par les autorités sud-africaines

L’activiste, déchu de sa nationalité française et connu pour ses attaques contre l’impérialisme occidental en Afrique, est sous le coup d’un mandat d’arrêt émis par le Bénin, qui le soupçonne d’avoir soutenu la tentative de coup d’Etat du 7 décembre 2025.

EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : la Slovaquie menace de bloquer les sanctions de l’UE contre la Russie si l’oléoduc Droujba n’est pas réparé

Juraj Blanar, le ministre des affaires étrangères slovaque, a déclaré que son pays bloquerait le vingtième train de sanctions de l’Union européenne contre la Russie, à moins d’obtenir des garanties sur l’acheminement de pétrole par l’oléoduc Droujba, endommagé par des frappes russes le 27 janvier en Ukraine.

ЄС має втричі збільшити підтримку, аби Україна змогла вигнати росіян, - фінський депутат

За словами політика, Європа достатньо сильна, аби діяти незалежно.

Next chief executive Simon Wolfson paid record £7m last year

Company says ‘sustained outperformance’ merited pay rise as it ups profit guidance by £8m for the year to January 2027Business live – latest updatesThe Next chief executive, Simon Wolfson, took home more than £7m last year, his highest ever pay package, and could be handed up to £9.27m this year after the retailer announced plans to increase his basic salary and bonuses.The listed company said it was increasing its pay deal for the long-term leader of the fashion and homewares retailer, which now controls a string of brands in the UK including Gap, Victoria’s Secret, Cath Kidston, Reiss and Fa

Palaniswami accuses Stalin of misinformation on delimitation ahead of polls

Speaking at rallies in Coimbatore, he defended the AIADMK-BJP alliance and outlined promises, including reopening Amma canteens and improving infrastructure

У людей, які народилися у ці місяці, розвинене "магічне" чуття та сильна інтуїція

Вони ніби відчувають життя глибше за інших.

A Timeline of the Lebanon-Israel Relationship

Israeli and Lebanese officials this week met in Washington for direct talks between two nations, which have technically been at war since 1948.

Путін користується моментом: у Зеленського відреагували на нічну атаку росіян

США треба перейти від інформаційної політики до реального примусу Росії до миру, зазначив Подоляк.

Pope Leo decries ‘tyrants’ ravaging world, days after insults from Trump

The pontiff did not name the president during a speech in Cameroon. He criticized those who manipulate religion “for their own military, economic or political gain.”

Pathway to maritime insurance sovereignty

Apart from scaling up shipbuilding and fleet acquisition, strengthening domestic insurance capacity and developing Protection and Indemnity capability are vital

Editorial. Clear the smoke

CAFE 3 should not dilute emission, EV transition norms

Senate Democrats move to stall Trump’s ‘absurd’ bid to install new Federal Reserve chair

Democratic lawmakers urged Republican leaders to postpone the confirmation hearing of Kevin WarshSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxDemocrats have moved to stall Donald Trump’s battle to exert greater control over the US Federal Reserve, blasting the president’s “absurd” bid to install a new leader of the central bank while it is targeted with criminal investigations.All Democratic lawmakers on the Senate banking committee urged its Republican leadership on Thursday to postpone the planned confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh, the financial executive a

Senate Democrats move to stall Trump’s ‘absurd’ bid to install new Fed chair

Democratic lawmakers urged Republican leaders to postpone the confirmation hearing of Kevin WarshSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxDemocrats have moved to stall Donald Trump’s effort to exert greater control over the US Federal Reserve, condemning the president’s “absurd” bid to install a new leader of the central bank while it is targeted with criminal investigations.Democratic lawmakers on the Senate banking committee urged its Republican leadership on Thursday to postpone the planned confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh, the financial executive and

"Росія буде оборонятися": Шойгу погрожує Фінляндії та країнам Балтії

Секретар Ради безпеки РФ заявив, що країна має право на "самооборону" на тлі атак безпілотників з Фінляндії та країн Балтії.

Законопроект о сроках давности по спорам о приватизации внесли в Госдуму

Tata Sons Chairman says ‘no conflict’ in Srinivasan engaging McGovern to advise on Norton

Former Tata Trusts trustee Mehli Mistry had alleged conflict of interest and breach of fiduciary duties by Srinivasan in having engaged McGovern

Epsom church minister condemns ‘intimidating’ protest over alleged rape

The Rev Catherine Hutton says ‘hate cannot drive out hate’ after protesters gathered to demand information about suspectsThe minister of a church near the scene of an alleged gang-rape in Epsom has condemned the “intimidating” protest involving hundreds of people gathering in the Surrey town to demand information about the suspects from police.A woman in her 20s is believed to have been assaulted outside Epsom Methodist church in Ashley Road after leaving Labyrinth nightclub on Saturday between 2am and 4am, according to Surrey police. Continue reading...

Epsom church minister condemns ‘intimidating’ protest over alleged gang-rape

The Rev Catherine Hutton says ‘hate cannot drive out hate’ after protesters gather to demand information about suspectsThe minister of a church near the scene of an alleged gang-rape in Epsom has condemned the “intimidating” protest involving hundreds of people gathering in the Surrey town to demand information about the suspects from police.A woman in her 20s is believed to have been assaulted outside Epsom Methodist church after leaving Labyrinth nightclub on Saturday between 2am and 4am, according to Surrey police. Continue reading...

Trump announces ceasefire in Lebanon

Trump gave word of the deal after speaking to the president of Lebanon, as Pakistani mediators worked to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire and arrange new negotiations.

Nifty 50 outperforms peers amid West Asia shock, remains over-valued

In terms of valuation, however, Nifty 50 continues to trade at considerable premium to its emerging market peers

Clear the smoke

CAFE 3 should not dilute emission, EV transition norms

В Україні запровадять обовʼязковий техогляд для всіх авто: в уряді озвучили строки

Питання впровадження обовʼязкового техогляду для всіх автівок залишається політично чутливим, зауважив заступник міністра розвитку громад та територій України Сергій Деркач.

Poor progress in Deep Ocean Mission

With the current year marking the end of the programme, only about 35 per cent of the allocated budget has been spent by the Ministry of Earth Sciences

Syria takes control of all bases where US forces were deployed

Final convoy of US soldiers and equipment departs Qasrak air base in the northeastern governorate of Hasakah.

TVK releases welfare-focused TN poll Manifesto

The party has promised a ₹2,500 per month grant for the female heads of families, alongside six free LPG cylinders and 8 grams of gold

У справі Шабуніна щодо шахрайства та ухилення від мобілізації на суд тиснуть його "заброньовані" колеги, - "Чесна мобілізація"

Захисниками Шабуніна виступають його колеги - активісти, які також ухиляються від мобілізації за допомогою різних схем.

More US young men than young women say religion is important to them

Men aged 18-29 who see religion as central rises to 42%, Gallup survey finds, compared with 30% of young womenYoung men are now more likely than young women in the US to say religion plays a major role in their lives, according to the newest findings from Gallup.Data covering 2024-2025 indicates that 42% of men ages 18 to 29 describe religion as very important to them, a significant rise from 28% in 2022-2023. In comparison, young women’s responses have remained largely unchanged over the same period, holding at roughly 30%. Continue reading...

Яблука проти апельсинів: які фрукти краще для рівня цукру в крові

Важливіше те, як саме ви їх їсте.

Letters to the Editor dated April 16, 2026

Mamdami-Stiglitz-Zucman : « Rien ne justifie le maintien d’un système fiscal dans lequel les ultra-riches contribuent moins que le reste d’entre nous »

C’est ce système qui creuse et pérennise les inégalités, plaident le maire de New York et les deux économistes.

Hausse des violences et baisse de l’aide internationale devraient augmenter les déplacements de populations civiles dans le monde en 2026 et 2027

De plus en plus de civils à travers le monde sont forcés de quitter leur foyer, trouvant en général refuge dans les pays voisins, constate une ONG danoise. Des chiffres sans doute sous-estimés car l’étude a été réalisée avant les guerres en Iran et au Liban.

En Belgique francophone, la diversité de la presse en péril

Présentée à l’Autorité belge de la concurrence, l’opération visant à fusionner les groupes Rossel et IPM aboutirait à une concentration totalement inédite dans la presse écrite.

Mamdani-Stiglitz-Zucman : « Rien ne justifie le maintien d’un système fiscal dans lequel les ultrariches contribuent moins que le reste d’entre nous »

C’est ce système qui creuse et pérennise les inégalités, plaident le maire de New York et les deux économistes.

« Cesar Chavez, emblème de la lutte latino, n’était pas un allié des sans-papiers que la police de l’immigration américaine persécute aujourd’hui »

A l’heure où des révélations du « New York Times » concernant des viols et abus sexuels sur mineures ternissent l’image du célèbre syndicaliste américain, la professeure de littérature américaine Sarah Quesada interroge, dans une tribune au « Monde », la sacralisation dont il a fait l’objet.

Ножем шкребти не треба: 5 способів легко видалити сліди від скотчу з пластикових вікон

Розбираємося, чим видалити скотч з вікна так, щоб не пошкодити й не подряпати пластик.

In Avinashi, established leaders face young challengers in a tight contest

Spotlight on BJP leader and Union Minister Murugan, who is pitched against three women candidates

Strategies to enhance fertilizer security

Mixed feedstock use and green ammonia can make a difference over time

Iran War Live Updates: Trump Announces Lebanon-Israel Cease-Fire

Lebanon’s president said he welcomed the pause in Israel’s hostilities against Hezbollah, though Israel and Hezbollah did not immediately respond.

Marie-Louise Eta: Football’s Game-changer

Marie-Louise Eta is making history as the first female head coach of a men's team in Europe's top five leagues.

CCI junks complaint against Adani Group, Azure Power in solar tender case

CCI says Adani Group, prima facie, does not seem to be a dominant player in the power generation market in India

RFK Jr once cut penis off ‘road-killed raccoon’ in New York, new book reveals

Health secretary in a diary entry said his kids were in the car as he cut off animal’s genitals in 2001 to ‘study them later’Robert F Kennedy Jr once cut the penis off a road-killed raccoon in an incident that is just one of several involving dead animals that the controversial US health secretary has been involved in.A new book called RFK Jr: The Fall and Rise was published this week and reveals a diary entry for Kennedy that describes the prominent vaccine critic and leader of the “Make America healthy again” (Maha) movement stopping his car on a New York highway on 11 November 2001. Continu

Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree to temporary ceasefire

This is a breaking news story.

Літаки Rafale отримають надшвидку ракету, яка може нівелювати російське ППО

Ракета Stratus RS (Rapid Strike) повинна досягати швидкості приблизно 3–5 Махів.

Хегсет: Китай заверил США, что не поставляет оружие Ирану

CAFE-3: Industry, government agree to final draft

Government asks industry to prepare for E25 compliant vehicles

How did a wolf become a fugitive in South Korea?

A wolf burrowed under a fence at his zoo in South Korea becoming the country's newest fugitive.

Суд арестовал замгендиректора МХАТа имени Горького за растрату

Трамп анонсировал 10-дневное перемирие между Израилем и Ливаном

Режим прекращения огня начнется в полночь по московскому времени

Israel says it’s West’s defender, but cares little for European critics

Israel’s widening wars and disregard for its traditional allies are deepening international criticism and isolation.

У Чехії туристи знайшли скриню із золотом під час прогулянки в горах

Скарб передали владі, за що отримають грошову винагороду.

Insights from new GDP data

sobering effect. The right lessons need to be drawn from lower nominal GDP values in the new series

Badenoch says revelations that Mandelson failed security vetting shows Starmer misled MPs– UK politics live

The Conservative party leader said the prime minister misled parliamentariansSwinney says this is a manifesto for the whole of Scotland.He confirms that the SNP would argue for the Scottish power to have more control over energy policy (still largely reserved to Westminter). He says:The problem is not that we do not have the energy. The problem is that Westminster has the power. This election is our opportunity to take those powers and put them into Scotland’s hands. Continue reading...

Jet fuel shortage: Why Iran war could ground flights in Europe

Europe's aviation faces fuel shortages as Hormuz tensions threaten travel at the start of the summer season.

США не пропустили 14 судов через Ормузский пролив