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Cliff Notes Donald Trump’s new travel ban restricts entry to the US from 12 countries, citing security threats and allowing flexibility for additions or removals from the list. Afghan nationals with special immigrant visas are exempt from the ban; however, the inclusion of Afghanistan has drawn significant criticism as morally objectionable. Critics argue the ban is less about national security and more about fostering hostility towards immigrant communities. Trump’s new travel ban: The notable countries…

An aid boat carrying climate activist Greta Thunberg and other pro-Palestinian campaigners has been diverted by Israel’s military. The yacht Madleen, part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC), was sailing under a British flag with a mission to break Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza when it was intercepted and redirected to Ashdod port.

Nearly 350,000 NHS nurses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are being asked to vote on a 3.6% pay rise from Monday. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has slammed the offer as “grotesque” and warned it could trigger a fresh strike ballot.

Downtown Los Angeles saw chaos as protests against Trump’s immigration crackdown escalated. With over 300 National Guard troops deployed—without the governor’s request—clashes broke out, self-driving cars were torched, and police used rubber bullets and tear gas.

Cliff Notes Protests in Downtown Los Angeles escalated from peaceful demonstrations to violent clashes as tensions rose following President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops without state consultation. The National Guard was ordered to guard federal buildings amidst ongoing protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, leading to significant unrest in the area. Responding to the chaos, local law enforcement used tear gas and rubber bullets, while critics accused Trump of provoking the violence…

A Gaza-bound aid boat, Madleen, carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists was diverted to Israel, where passengers are expected to return home while humanitarian aid will be transferred to Gaza through established channels.

Cliff Notes – A thousand doctors write to MPs urging them to vote against assisted dying bill Over 1,000 doctors have expressed strong opposition to the assisted dying bill, warning it poses risks to patients and the medical workforce, and suggesting it exacerbates existing inequalities in healthcare access. The letter, signed by prominent medical professionals, highlights inadequate safeguards and concerns about patients being at risk of coercion, particularly among vulnerable groups. Concerns were raised regarding…

Protests against Donald Trump’s immigration policy have intensified, now entering their third day, with 2,000 National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles to manage the situation.

A man was filmed being pursued on the tarmac at Heathrow Airport by multiple individuals before being apprehended and put into a police van.

Two men, Zulkernain Ahmed and Amaan Ahmed, have been charged with the murder of 16-year-old Abdullah Yaser Abdullah al Yazidi, who died after being struck by a vehicle in Sheffield.

The upcoming spending review will outline the government’s budget allocations across departments, signalling priorities ahead of the general election.

Prince William has warned the world’s oceans are “diminishing before our eyes” and called on the world to “think big” on how to revive them.

Dr Victoria Rose, a British NHS plastic surgeon, reports worsening conditions in Gaza hospitals, including increased bombing and high infection rates leading to avoidable deaths.

The UK government will announce an £86bn funding package aimed at enhancing drug treatments and battery technology, with regional allocations of up to £500m for science and technology projects.

Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a Colombian presidential candidate, was critically injured in a shooting during a campaign rally in Bogota, suffering two gunshot wounds.

Tensions are escalating between California’s political leaders and the federal government, with Governor Gavin Newsom accusing the White House of “sowing chaos” amid immigration protests in Los Angeles.

The National Guard is set to be deployed in Los Angeles following two days of protests and “riots” in response to federal immigration raids, with California Governor Gavin Newsom criticising the deployment as “purposefully inflammatory”.

At least four people were killed in Kharkiv due to intensified Russian attacks, with President Zelenskyy condemning the strikes as “savage killings.”

Zia Yusuf reversed his resignation from Reform UK, stating that the mission is too important and expressing commitment to taxpayers.

Elon Musk claims Donald Trump is mentioned in undisclosed files related to Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting this is why they remain unreleased, though he provided no evidence.

Cliff Notes Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group is considering a potential takeover bid for Revolution Beauty, amid tensions with rival Debenhams, which holds a significant stake in Revolution. Revolution Beauty has faced significant turmoil, with its stock plummeting over 70% in the past year, leading to a market capitalisation of just £20 million. The company is currently in a formal sale process and has invited other potential bidders, with Frasers’ interest reflecting its strategy to diversify…

Israel announced the retrieval of the body of Nattapong Pinta, a Thai hostage kidnapped in Gaza, during a military operation.

Cliff Notes River Island is developing a restructuring plan with PwC as the chain faces significant financial difficulties, including a £33.2m pre-tax loss and a 19% drop in turnover. The retailer, known for its 230 UK stores and 5,500 employees, may see store closures and job losses as it navigates a rapidly changing retail environment. Recent operational challenges, compounded by economic uncertainty and geopolitical events, have prompted the company to seek a court-supervised restructuring to…

Cliff Notes Sir Rod Stewart has cancelled a series of US concerts due to ongoing flu symptoms, affecting six shows in total. He expressed his regret via Instagram, assuring fans that he intends to reschedule the affected performances. The 80-year-old singer, who has faced previous health issues, is currently on vocal rest and preparing for a performance at Glastonbury later this month. Sir Rod Stewart ‘devastated’ after cancelling more US concerts as he recovers from…

Cliff Notes Senior White House officials are set to engage with a Chinese delegation in London for trade talks following a "very positive" phone call between President Trump and President Xi Jinping. Trump described the ongoing trade deal negotiations as "complicated" but promising significant financial benefits, asserting a positive rapport with China. The UK is hosting these discussions at the request of the Trump administration, marking a diplomatic achievement amid ongoing tensions regarding tariffs and…