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“They established the income tax so that citizens, rather than foreign countries, would start paying the money necessary to run our government,” Trump says.

Donald Trump indicated that Elon Musk would leave his government position as a special employee by the end of May, although it remains uncertain if this will occur as scheduled.

Cliff Notes Corinne Hutton received a double hand transplant after losing her hands and legs to sepsis, and she met the twin sister of her…

Cliff Notes Chloe Leighton, a disabled and autistic woman, has become homeless after her father’s stroke left her without care, highlighting gaps in the social…

Cliff Notes Walter Buchanan, 66, was sentenced to a minimum of 15 years for murdering his wife Darrel Odhiambo, 37, following an altercation triggered by…

The world’s major economies vow retaliation against US tariffs set to be introduced today (21:00 BST).

A look at the market jitters ahead of the new round of US tariffs – with US media speculating it is set to be a blanket 20% tariff on all non-American goods.

Cliff Notes Fran Jones withdrew from the Colsanitas Cup after collapsing during her match against Julia Riera, trailing 5-3 in the third set. The 24-year-old…

More weekday Premier League fixtures are in action today as England’s top flight gets back underway following the latest international break.

Cliff Notes Heathrow Airport officials were alerted about potential substation failures just days before a significant power outage led to a full-day closure, causing travel…

Almost all the UK front pages are dominated by the announcement of the latest US tariffs. The US media started reporting yesterday that a blanket 20% tariff on all non-American goods is set to be introduced. 

Much of the UK media is speculating on how the tariffs will impact the UK economy and the prime minister’s attempts to secure a last-minute deal. 

Carlo Ancelotti faces trial for allegedly failing to pay €1 million in taxes on image rights during his first tenure at Real Madrid, with prosecutors seeking a prison sentence and a fine.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is back in the headlines after an impact assessment revealed the chancellor’s welfare overhaul – aimed to get more people back in work – could see even more people signed off. 

One of the biggest stories dominating the UK news today reports that Thames Valley Police shot dead a man carrying a knife at the busy Milton Keynes train station yesterday. Earlier reports had indicated the man was carrying a firearm, but it was later confirmed to be a knife. Police confirmed the man was white and was challenged by officers before being shot dead.

An analysis of the Cold War’s economic impact revealed that the “Iron Curtain” represented a tariff equivalent of 48%, suggesting serious trade restrictions may arise amid current geopolitical tensions.

Wednesday’s news headlines are dominated – in print and online – by one story and one story only. The US is set to unveil its newest tariffs, which are expected to hit every country with what the US media is reporting to be a blanket 20% tariff on all non-American goods. The headlines range from the stock markets, the UK’s attempts for a last-minute exemption, and how the tariffs threaten to unbalance the books for Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

Beyond the tariffs, there are a handful of other stories dominating the UK news including an armed man being shot dead at Milton Keynes station, the ongoing row between Prince Harry and the charity he founded, and news that 23 more women have made allegations against serial rapist Zhenhao Zou.

Val Kilmer, renowned for his roles in “Top Gun,” “Batman Forever,” and “The Doors,” passed away at the age of 65 due to pneumonia after battling throat cancer since 2014.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty for Luigi M., accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has announced that prosecutors will pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, marking the first federal death penalty case since the Trump administration reinstated capital punishment after a hiatus.

Oscar Arias, former President of Costa Rica, announced the US has revoked his visa following his criticisms of President Trump on social media.

Major developers will now work with a single lead regulator for significant projects, streamlining the planning process and aiming to reduce costs.

Zhenhao Zou, a 28-year-old PhD student, has been convicted of drugging and raping 10 women, with 23 additional potential victims now reported, increasing the estimated total to over 50 worldwide.

Virginia Giuffre expressed gratitude for public support after revealing she was told she had “four days to live” due to kidney renal failure following a car crash with a school bus in Australia.

Six men, aged 20 to 66, are being treated for injuries that are not life-threatening following a significant fire at the Blairlinn industrial estate in Cumbernauld.

PC Trevor Lock, renowned for his role in the 1980 Iranian embassy siege, passed away at the age of 85, feeling regret over the hostage situation’s tragic outcome.