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‘Everyone has a breaking point’: the immigration judges at the sharp end of Trump’s deportation drive

Judges have been fired or taken buyouts, and those remaining say they toe the government lineDavid Koelsch, a former immigration judge based in Maryland, was in Minneapolis visiting his mother and sister the day Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents. He drove to Nicollet Avenue, parked a few blocks away, and walked toward the scene.“I didn’t go there to protest. I didn’t bring a sign. I didn’t bring anything. I just went to stand and bear witness,” Koelsch said. Continue reading...

National mood is against Republicans, but redistricting could help prop them up

The national political landscape looks bad for President Trump and Republicans, but recent wins in the redistricting fight could soften the blow they might have suffered without them. (Image credit: Win McNamee)

IN BRIEF: Key statements from Vladimir Putin’s speech during the Victory Day parade

He stressed that Russia sacredly honors the legacy and commandments of the soldiers who secured victory

Donald Trump congratulates SNP leader John Swinney but doesn't heap praise on Nigel Farage

US President Donald Trump has congratulated John Swinney following the Scottish National Party's fifth consecutive election win. Mr Trump, who proudly boasts about his mother's Scottish roots, said: “Congratulations to John Swinney on winning his Re-Election for First Minister of Scotland.“He is a good man, who worked very hard, along with the King and Queen of the United Kingdom, with respect to Tariff relief for Great Scottish Whiskey — and deserves this Big Electoral Victory! President DONALD...

2026 elections: The results in maps and charts

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POCSO case against Union minister Bandi Sanjay's son; he files counter FIR

Union minister's son, Bandi Bageerath, was booked in a POCSO case for allegedly harassing a 17-year-old girl. Simultaneously, he filed a complaint against the girl and her parents, accusing them of honey-trapping him and demanding Rs 5 crore to drop the allegations.

Keir Starmer desperately clings on as chorus of Labour MPs demanding he set out resignation timetable surges - but his deputy says leadership challenge will make party look 'ludicrous'

Keir Starmer desperately clings on as chorus of Labour MPs demanding he set out resignation timetable surges - but his deputy says leadership challenge will make party look 'ludicrous'By CHRISTIAN CALGIE, SENIOR POLITICAL CORRESPONDENT-AT-LARGE Published: 09:38, 9 May 2026 | Updated: 09:41, 9 May 2026 e-mail View comments

SNP MSP Stephen Gethins urges parties to ‘listen to the voters’ on independence

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'हमारे हसबैंड को सम्मान मिला, अच्छा लगा...', मंच पर पीएम मोदी ने छुए जिनके पैर, उनकी पत्नी ने सुनाई संघर्ष की कहानी

Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade

Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day paradeJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAlys DaviesKremlin.ru/Handout via ReutersVladimir Putin has used his annual Victory Day speech in Moscow's Red Square to justify his war in Ukraine and denounce Nato.Speaking in front of hundreds of military personnel and flanked by a few world leaders, the Russian president said he was fighting a "just" war and called Ukraine an "aggressive force" that is being "armed a...

TVK functionary attempts self-immolation as Vijay’s CM ambition faces delay

A 47-year-old Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) functionary, Isakkiappan, attempted self-immolation in Tirunelveli, reportedly due to frustration over his party leader Vijay's delayed Chief Ministership. Previously known for a unique penance for Vijay's electoral success, Isakkiappan's distress over TVK's political pace led to the incident. Bystanders intervened, and he is receiving intensive medical care.

Great feat of generation of victors inspires special military operation soldiers — Putin

The great feat of the generation of victors inspires soldiers carrying out the tasks of the special military operation today, the head of state declared

Putin, foreign leaders lay flowers at Tomb of Unknown Soldier at Kremlin wall

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a national WWII military memorial of honor

ED raids Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora for 2nd time in a month; AAP hits out at BJP

ED raids Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora for nd time in a month AAP hits out at BJP

UAE and Lebanese presidents stress unity and regional stability

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Joseph Aoun, President of the Lebanese Republic, during which he renewed Lebanon’s condemnation of the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian facilities in the UAE. He also affirmed Lebanon’s solidarity with the UAE and its support for all measures it takes to safeguard its security, sovereignty, and the safety of its territory and people.The two sides discussed fraternal relat...

Russia's fate is determined by people, no matter how technology changes — Putin

Soldiers and factory workers, agricultural workers, gunsmiths and war correspondents, doctors and teachers, cultural figures and clergy, volunteers, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, all citizens of Russia, the Russian leader emphasized

Venugopal, Satheesan, or Chennithala? Congress decision on Kerala CM in 24 hours

Venugopal Satheesan or Chennithala Congress decision on Kerala CM in hours

Scottish Tories suffer worst ever Holyrood result under Russell Findlay

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Pressure grows on Starmer as more Labour MPs call for resignation – UK politics live

Several frontbenchers told the Guardian they agreed the prime minister’s time in office should not go beyond the end of the year2026 elections mapped: how Labour lost ground in different directionsIn the wake of the local election results, Keir Starmer faced calls to stand down after voters handed a damning verdict on the Labour party.Starmer took responsibility after Labour lost hundreds of councillors in England and suffered humiliation in Wales, but he made clear that he would not quit, sayin...

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as Bengal CM after BJP's historic mandate in polls

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as Bengal CM after BJPs historic mandate in polls