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Report: US Paid Federal Workers Billions Not to Work
A new government report says federal employees were paid billions of dollars to not work under a program connected to DOGE.
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Politics
Duterte Appears at International Criminal Court
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been seen in person at the International Criminal Court for the first time.
Politics
Mexico Celebrates Independence Day at the Zócalo
Mexico celebrated its Independence Day with a large ceremony at the Zócalo in Mexico City.
Politics, Business
UK Considers Joining Global Defence Bank Led by Canada
The UK is in talks about joining a new global defence bank. The plan is being led by Canada. The bank would help pay for military spending around the world.
Politics, Sports
Senate Moves Forward on College Sports Bill
The U.S. Senate has voted to begin considering a new bill about college sports. It is called the Protect College Sports Act.
Technology, Politics
Trump Calls Nvidia CEO — Call Ends Up on Speakerphone
U.S. President Donald Trump made a phone call to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to talk about artificial intelligence.
Politics
One Nation's Migration Plan Could Close Universities, Party Says
Australian politics is in the news today, with two major stories making headlines.
Politics
Iran-Arab Summit on Hormuz Postponed
A planned summit between Iran and Arab countries about the Strait of Hormuz has fallen through, after Saudi Arabia asked for the meeting to be postponed.
Politics
Pensioners to Cover Half the Cost of Labor's Health Savings Plan
New modelling has revealed that Australian pensioners would pay for half of a $3bn private health savings plan put forward by the Labor government.
Politics
Reform UK Says Large Donations Are 'Perfectly Legal'
Reform UK, a British political party, has received £72 million in donations. The party's economic spokesperson, Robert Jenrick, says he is 'very confident' this money is perfectly legal.
Politics, Business
Australia's Energy Minister Warns Fuel Prices May Rise Again
Australia's energy minister, Chris Bowen, has warned that fuel prices could rise again because of the worsening conflict in the Middle East.
Politics, Business
Australia Warns of Higher Fuel Prices Amid Middle East Conflict
Australia's energy minister, Chris Bowen, has warned that petrol prices could rise again because of the worsening conflict in the Middle East.
Politics
Trump Visits Ireland, Talks of a United Ireland
US President Donald Trump is on a two-day visit to Ireland. During his trip, he is meeting politicians and business leaders, and he is also playing golf.
Politics
Trump Promotes $5,000 Payments if Republicans Keep Congress
President Trump has repeatedly promoted a plan to give Americans $5,000 payments, saying this could happen if Republicans keep control of Congress after the next election.
Politics
Debate Grows Over Claims About Black Hanging Deaths
A public debate has emerged after Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez described a series of hanging deaths involving Black Americans as 'modern-day lynchings.'
Politics
George W. Bush: Americans Forget the Lesson of 9/11
Former U.S. President George W. Bush has said that Americans do not pay attention to the lesson of the September 11 attacks. He made this comment as the country prepares for the anniversary of 9/11.
Politics
Trump Headlines GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas
The Republican Party held its midterm convention in Dallas, and it lived up to its nickname, 'Trump-a-Palooza.' The event put Donald Trump firmly at the center of attention.
Politics
Vance Softens Trump's $5,000 Payment Promise
US Vice-President JD Vance has appeared to walk back a promise made by President Trump about a $5,000 payment. Trump had said Americans would receive this dividend if Republicans win the upcoming midterms, the elections
Politics
Australian Politicians Support Hastie in Row With Hanson Over Cartoon
A heated political argument has broken out in Australia between One Nation leader Pauline Hanson and Liberal MP Andrew Hastie.
Politics
Learner Drivers Still Wait Months for Driving Tests
Learner drivers in the UK are still waiting months to book a driving test, despite efforts to fix the problem.
