US Supreme Court Examines Trump’s Authority to Remove Federal Agency Official The US Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could reshape how much influence the White House has over independent federal agencies — institutions historically protected from direct presidential control. The case, Trump v. Slaughter, began after former President Donald Trump removed Rebecca Kelly … Read more

The United Kingdom’s labour market continued to cool in November as employers held back hiring decisions ahead of Finance Minister Rachel Reeves’ budget announcement on 26 November, according to a new industry survey released on Monday. The report, carried out by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) in partnership with KPMG, showed that permanent job … Read more

Britain’s National Energy System Operator (NESO) has announced a major overhaul of the country’s power grid connection process, aiming to remove stalled or inactive “zombie” projects that have been slowing progress. The changes come as the UK works toward its goal of a mostly decarbonised electricity system by 2030. Achieving this target will require a … Read more

Nigel Farage is facing pressure to clarify accusations that his election campaign in Clacton may have breached spending rules, after a former campaign member alleged irregularities in reported expenses. Richard Everett — previously a Reform UK councillor and part of the Clacton campaign team — has reportedly handed documents to the Metropolitan Police, claiming the … Read more

The UK government is reportedly reassessing Prince Harry’s security arrangements during his visits to the country, according to multiple media reports. A source close to the Duke of Sussex previously confirmed that Harry had written to the new home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, shortly after she took office, requesting a full security risk evaluation. The formal … Read more

Local councils across England and Wales have issued a stark warning that their financial systems are now at a “breaking point,” with more authorities expected to face bankruptcy in the coming years as they await confirmation of government funding later this month. Council leaders believe upcoming changes to annual funding arrangements may result in deep … Read more

British documentary photographer Martin Parr has passed away at the age of 73 at his home in Bristol.The Martin Parr Foundation confirmed his death and requested privacy for the family. Parr is survived by his wife Susie, daughter Ellen, sister and grandson. Martin Parr became widely known in the mid-1980s with his project The Last … Read more

Lando Norris Clinches First Formula 1 World Championship in Abu Dhabi Finale Lando Norris secured his maiden Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship after finishing third at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, earning just enough points to finish ahead of Max Verstappen in the season standings. Verstappen dominated the race and crossed the line first, securing … Read more