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Burnham aims for ‘quite radical change’ in support for young people
Prime minister says ‘root and branch review of childhood’ is needed and he does not rule out some benefit cutsThe government is aiming for “quite radical change” in the way young people are supported, Andy Burnham has said, indicating this could include tougher rules for benefits...
Russell Brand rape conviction must be ‘wake-up call’, says culture secretary
Lisa Nandy calls for whistleblowers to be protected and highlights bravery of women who came forward in caseLisa Nandy, the culture secretary, has warned that Russell Brand’s conviction for rape and sexual assault must be a “wake-up call” to the media world and beyond, after wide...
Taiwan to close representative office in Papua New Guinea, blames China
Taiwan says it is closing its representative office in Papua New Guinea and will stop buying liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the country, blaming Chinese political pressure on the South Pacific nation.
Iran war spurs crackdown on clerics in tiny Gulf state Bahrain
Iran war spurs crackdown on clerics in tiny Gulf state Bahrain Reuters
Moderna lifts annual revenue forecast on strong COVID vaccine demand overseas
Moderna lifts annual revenue forecast on strong COVID vaccine demand overseas Reuters
TSMC considers making advanced memory chips, The Information reports
TSMC considers making advanced memory chips, The Information reports Reuters
Mercury contamination found at more ancient Maya sites
Mercury contamination found at more ancient Maya sites Reuters
Soaring freight rates give US refiners edge as crude discounts widen
Soaring freight rates give US refiners edge as crude discounts widen Reuters
Paraguay's Senate resumes President Peña impeachment proceedings
Paraguay's Senate resumes President Peña impeachment proceedings Reuters
Fox completes $22 billion Roku deal to expand digital reach
Fox completes $22 billion Roku deal to expand digital reach Reuters
'Is this a joke?': Centcom podcast mocked as Iran war drags on - Middle East Eye
The Pentagon has entered its podcast bro era, and viewers have widely derided its debut.
Tanker reports explosion near Oman’s Khasab while transiting Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO says - Al Arabiya English
Tanker reports explosion near Oman’s Khasab while transiting Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO says Al Arabiya English
AP report: Thomas Markle Sr. arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material - PBS
AP report: Thomas Markle Sr. arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material PBS
EU prosecutors open second fraud probe into Spanish high-speed rail
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating possible fraud involving EU funds for safety, signaling and communications upgrades on Spain's rail network following a fatal train crash last month.
Election favorite says Spain should quit as World Cup co-host if Morocco stages the final
Spain shouldn’t co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup if Morocco gets to stage the final, said Alberto Núñez Feijóo, the conservative People’s Party leader and favorite to become the next Spanish prime minister after this month’s snap election.
The decency was the point - Vox
For years, the MAGA movement embraced cruelty, with not much of a downside among voters. This week, judgment came.
How the Iran war is changing the renewables landscape - Axios
How the Iran war is changing the renewables landscape Axios
Doomsday Preacher Jailed For Massacre of 190 Children - Newsweek
Paul Mackenzie, the leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult, has been sentenced to 200 years in prison for murdering 190 children and one adult.
JD Vance the Day-After Dove: Dissected - Newsweek
The morning after Democrats secured both chambers of Congress, Vice President JD Vance posted 614 words on X explaining why. "The reason we lost is the war," he wrote—adding, with a lawyer’s care, that "the president himself said so last night."
Israel’s Most Important Alliance Is Confronting Its Biggest Test in Decades - WSJ
Israel’s Most Important Alliance Is Confronting Its Biggest Test in Decades WSJ
British Airways Owner IAG Cuts Capacity, Investment Plans as Fuel Costs Weigh - WSJ
British Airways Owner IAG Cuts Capacity, Investment Plans as Fuel Costs Weigh WSJ
A Soldier Cut Off His Own Foot to Survive. Then Came a Daring Drone Rescue. - WSJ
A Soldier Cut Off His Own Foot to Survive. Then Came a Daring Drone Rescue. WSJ
Solid Jobs Report Leaves Inflation, Markets to Settle Fed’s December Call - WSJ
Solid Jobs Report Leaves Inflation, Markets to Settle Fed’s December Call WSJ