Millions face council tax rise of more than 5%
The government has allowed six areas to bypass the usual 5% cap on council tax increases.
Day: February 3, 2025
Moscow bomb kills pro-Russia paramilitary leader
Armen Sarkisyan, founder of battalion fighting against Ukraine, dies after blast that also killed bodyguard A bomb exploded in the…
Beyoncé Finally Wins Album of the Year With ‘Cowboy Carter’
The superstar is the first Black woman to take the prize this century, and the fourth in Grammy history. It…
2025 Grammys: Best and Worst Moments
Doechii and Chappell Roan brought dramatic performances and heartfelt speeches, new artists stole the spotlight and men took a back…
House Democratic Super PAC Creates $50 Million Fund Targeting Working Class
The new investment for the midterms is a shift from 2024, when the House Majority PAC’s initial funds were earmarked…
Panama Canal Fees Have Become a Flashpoint. Here’s Why They’ve Risen.
President Trump says the canal authority is overcharging. Recent increases are attributed in part to drought, maintenance investments and demand.
As Trump Attacks Diversity, a Racist Undercurrent Surfaces
President Trump has promised a “colorblind and merit-based” society, while also equating diversity with incompetence.
One Response to Trump’s Tariffs: Trade That Excludes the U.S.
A growing number of countries, including American allies, are striking trade deals as the Trump administration erects a higher fence…
Devastated roads and lurking bombs hindering Gaza aid effort
Distribution of supplies arriving is being curtailed by destroyed roads and the threat of unexploded ordnance.
