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The majority of the childcare grant funding initially allocated to Durham County Council by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness will now be redirected to Northumberland. This change affects the distribution of financial support intended to assist families struggling with childcare costs. The decision means that fewer resources will be available …
Former President Donald Trump spoke for more than an hour at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, addressing members of Congress and religious leaders. During his remarks, he made several statements that drew attention, including a claim about his belief in going to heaven. The event featured a range of …
Greece’s Defence Minister Nikos Dendias publicly criticized Turkey on Thursday, accusing Ankara of supporting Hamas and opposing the US vision for the Middle East. Speaking at a panel in Washington, D.C., Dendias questioned Turkey’s position on the conflict following the October 2023 attacks in Israel and highlighted Turkey’s hosting of …
The Trump administration has implemented a new regulation that simplifies the procedure for firing approximately 50,000 federal workers. The rule reduces some of the protections that previously made it more difficult to remove employees from their positions. Federal employee unions have expressed concern that the policy could discourage workers from …
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi was killed on 3 February 2026 in his compound in Zintan by four unidentified assailants. While he had limited direct influence over Libya’s current government, his presence represented a potential political and military challenge to rival factions. His death removes the last unifying figure for pro-Gaddafi groups …
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and other government leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to oppose the economic measures imposed by the Trump administration. They warned that the country will face significant difficulties as a result of ongoing U.S. pressure. The Cuban leadership emphasized their determination to maintain sovereignty and continue their …
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and other government leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to withstand increased pressure from the United States. They acknowledged that the country faces difficult times ahead due to ongoing economic hardships and tightened U.S. sanctions. The Cuban leadership emphasized their determination to maintain sovereignty and continue their …
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced on Thursday that the government will implement a contingency plan across multiple sectors within the next week to manage ongoing fuel shortages. The plan aims to mitigate the impact of limited oil supplies on public services such as transportation, healthcare, education, and tourism. Diaz-Canel attributed …
Zohran Mamdani, a New York State Assembly member, has announced his endorsement of Kathy Hochul in the upcoming Democratic primary for governor. Hochul is currently competing against Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado for the party’s nomination. The endorsement adds to Hochul’s support within the state’s Democratic ranks as the primary approaches. …
Dozens of workers and advocates gathered at a hearing to call on the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) and the Industrial Commission to convert existing voluntary heat safety guidelines into mandatory rules with clear enforcement and penalties. They emphasized the need for stronger protections to prevent heat-related …