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Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has established a new transitional Cabinet, marking a significant milestone in rebuilding the country after the civil war and the removal of Bashar Assad in December 2024.

France’s Ministry of Foreign Trade has condemned US interference in its firms’ diversity policies as “unacceptable,” following a letter from the US embassy warning against diversity programs.

Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer will address a summit in London focused on illegal migration, urging nations to collaborate against people-smuggling networks akin to international cooperation on terrorism. The UK government plans to invest £33 million to disrupt people-smuggling operations and enhance legal actions against perpetrators, highlighting the severe implications of this global issue. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasised the critical need for unified international efforts to confront criminal gangs that facilitate illegal immigration, citing their extensive networks across various countries. Illegal migration ‘pits nations against one another’, Sir Keir Starmer to tell summit | UK News . Sir Keir…

President Trump threatened potential secondary tariffs of 25% on Russian oil if a deal to halt the Ukraine conflict is not reached.

Over 1,700 fatalities have been reported following a devastating earthquake in Myanmar, with the US Geological Survey predicting the death toll could rise significantly.

Boiling Point (2021): A British thriller set in a restaurant kitchen, filmed in a single take, showcasing the chaos of a single evening. Available for free on Channel 4.

JD Vance’s appointment as finance chair of the Republican National Committee positions him as a strong contender for the 2028 presidential nomination, according to former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel.

Striker Omar Marmoush scored the winner as Manchester City came back from a goal down to beat Bournemouth 2-1 on Sunday to book their spot in the semi-finals of the FA Cup, with Erling Haaland having a penalty saved before netting the equaliser.

Cliff Notes – Blackwall Tunnel charges – what you need to know Starting next week, drivers will be required to pay tolls for using London’s Blackwall Tunnel, coinciding with the opening of the new Silvertown Tunnel which aims to alleviate congestion. The cost for a return journey will be £8 for cars during peak times and £13 for large vans, with payment options available online or via phone, including an Auto Pay feature. The Silvertown Tunnel, a £2.2 billion project, is expected to save commuters time and reduce traffic incidents; however, it has faced criticism for potentially increasing air pollution…

Cliff Notes – Which Switch games will get Switch 2 upgrades The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to feature special editions of existing Switch games, with potential upgrades for titles like Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, which have performance issues on the current hardware. There is skepticism regarding the effectiveness of upgrading other popular titles such as Animal Crossing and Mario Kart, as their performance may not significantly improve with the new console’s capabilities. Concerns have been raised about the potential reintroduction of the Wii U GamePad functionality, with doubts about its practical application and…