Mexico’s military arrested a top cartel leader in a raid involving more than 500 troops, the country’s security minister announced on Monday, as President Claudia Sheinbaum intensifies her gang crackdown. Audias Flores Silva’s capture is the latest blow to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, whose leader was killed during a ...
Month: April 2026
King Charles III champions US-UK ties in bold address to CongressKing Charles III champions US-UK ties in bold address to Congress
King Charles III championed the US-UK relationship during an address to Congress on Tuesday, calling on the two nations to “rededicate ourselves to each other.” In a “startlingly bold speech by any royal standards,” a Financial Times editor wrote, Charles also praised NATO and backed Ukraine — two issues over ...
Trump faces deepening pressure on rising costsTrump faces deepening pressure on rising costs
US President Donald Trump is facing deepening pressure over rising costs stemming from a Strait of Hormuz stalemate. US gas prices on Tuesday hit their highest level in four years, while a new Reuters poll showed Trump’s approval rating sank to the lowest point of his second term, driven by ...
Comey charged with threatening Trump’s life in Instagram postComey charged with threatening Trump’s life in Instagram post
The new case stems from a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director that the justice department says calls for violence against Trump. ...
Five takeaways from the King’s historic address to CongressFive takeaways from the King’s historic address to Congress
There were some lines in the speech that may have buoyed Democrats – and raised eyebrows in the White House. ...
Faisal Islam: Why the UAE’s exit from Opec is a big dealFaisal Islam: Why the UAE’s exit from Opec is a big deal
It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards. ...
Starmer sees off inquiry call – but he doesn’t escape unscathedStarmer sees off inquiry call – but he doesn’t escape unscathed
No 10 has expended considerable political capital in keeping Labour MPs onside over the Mandelson vetting row. ...
A fresh financial crisis may be coming – it won’t play out like the last oneA fresh financial crisis may be coming – it won’t play out like the last one
Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis. ...
Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a yearEarly care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year
Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support – but a pilot project could bring about change. ...
PM won’t face inquiry over claims he misled MPs on Mandelson vettingPM won’t face inquiry over claims he misled MPs on Mandelson vetting
A Conservative-led motion sought to have the prime minister’s remarks assessed by Privileges Committee. ...