Roman Starovoit, Russia's sacked Transport Minister, died by suicide near Moscow following corruption allegations. His sudden death is the first of its kind among Putin's top officials and reveals the intense pressure and risks inside the Russian power elite amid military setbacks and high-profile anti-corruption probes.
Donald Trump used the loaded term 'Shylocks' at an Iowa rally while attacking banks, reigniting debate about antisemitic language in politics. Jewish groups swiftly condemned the rhetoric, but Trump denied knowing its offensive history. The controversy comes as Trump champions scrapping estate and death taxes with his new bill.
The US Senate just approved President Trump's ambitious bill, featuring tax relief, border security, welfare changes, and $12.5 billion for modernizing air traffic control. Industry and stakeholder groups are pushing for quick House approval to advance these reforms.
The UK government has pulled back on plans to cut Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for current claimants after strong pushback from Labour MPs. This move shields around 2 million disabled people from severe financial losses and delays wider reforms until a full review with disability groups is complete.
Labour’s Vicky Foxcroft is facing tough questions after claims she didn’t read coroners’ reports about suicides tied to benefit cuts. Critics say this undermines Labour’s push for reforms, especially as MPs and advocates accuse the DWP of ignoring lessons from past tragedies and leaving families without answers.
Trump has barred entry to the U.S. from 12 high-risk countries and placed travel curbs on seven others, citing national security threats. The rules target nations with weak screening systems. Legal residents, visa holders, and those supporting U.S. interests are exempt, following a new executive order for stricter vetting.
More pensioners in the UK are about to get access to winter fuel payments, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed. The payments, worth £200-£300, will no longer be limited to just those on Pension Credit. However, the government will stick with means-testing instead of bringing back universal access for all pensioners.
Keir Starmer is pushing for a massive UK military upgrade, proposing to lift defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 and possibly 3% later. His plan calls for a bigger submarine fleet, new munitions factories, and faster shipbuilding—sparking debate over costs and political will as critics highlight funding uncertainties.
James Comey is at the center of a federal investigation after an Instagram post featuring '8647' seashells stirred accusations of inciting violence against Donald Trump. The FBI and Secret Service are on the case as political outrage and public scrutiny intensify around the former director.
Germany’s domestic intelligence agency has officially designated the far-right AfD party as 'extremist', pointing to anti-democratic actions and xenophobic rhetoric. The move lets authorities increase surveillance, sparking fierce political debate and legal threats from AfD. This highlights ongoing struggles between national security and political freedoms in Germany.
