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US-Iran tensions escalate as ceasefire comes under pressure in Strait of Hormuz
USIran tensions escalate as ceasefire comes under pressure in Strait of Hormuz
Evil chef dad sentenced to ultimate punishment for slaughtering his family on Christmas Day hours after posting video of himself singing carol with his young son
Anthony Milan Ross gunned down his estranged wife Iris, their son Nigel, 11, and their eight-month old daughter Anora on Christmas Day of 2017 in Phoenix.
Teenagers unsure if they will vote at the next election at all despite Labour's ploy to give 16-year-olds the vote, poll finds
Teenagers unsure if they will vote at the next election at all despite Labour's ploy to give 16-year-olds the vote, poll findsBy SAM MERRIMAN, POLITICAL CORRESPONDENT Published: 00:01, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 00:01, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments
US state department to start revoking passports of parents who owe child support
Revocations will start on Friday for those who owe $100,000 or more, and then expand to those who owe $2,500 or moreSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email The US state department will begin revoking the US passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support.The department told the Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin on Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more. That would apply to about 2,700 American passport...
Donald Trump unleashes devastating new strikes on Iran as full-blown conflict threatens to reignite
Donald Trump has unleashed a series of new attacks on Iran, threatening the reignition of full-blown conflict.Late on Thursday, explosions were heard on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz - with Iranian state television confirming the blasts came amid an active "exchange of fire".Iran earlier accused the US military of violating its ceasefire by targeting two ships in the Strait of Hormuz and targeting civilian areas, on its coasts.But the President has said the strikes were just a "love tap"...
Trade court outlaws a second round of Trump tariffs
The Court of International Trade has struck down a second round of global tariffs ordered by President Trump, after his earlier import taxes were outlawed by the U.S. Supreme Court. The decision is a victory for importers and a setback for the administration. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)
U.S. military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military also says that it "targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U.S. forces." The exchange occurred Thursday as U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Central Command said in a social media post.(Image credit: Razieh Poudat/ISNA)
Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire by targeting civilian areas and ships on strait of Hormuz
US military claims it targeted sites responsible for attacks on its forces and ‘unprovoked’ hostilities by TehranIran has accused the US of violating the ceasefire by targeting two ships at the strait of Hormuz and attacking civilian areas, as the US insists it struck in retaliation.The US military said it targeted sites that it said were responsible for attacking US forces in what it called “unprovoked” hostilities by Tehran. Continue reading...
White House Lashes Out At Obama After Mark Hamill Posts AI Image Of Trump In Grave
BreakingBusinessWhite House Lashes Out At Obama After Mark Hamill Posts AI Image Of Trump In GraveByAsia Alexander,Fellow. Asia Alexander is a editorial fellow at Forbes on the Wealth team. Follow AuthorMay 07, 2026, 06:29pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineWhite House officials lashed out at former President Barack Obama on Thursday, calling on him to denounce a social media post by Star Wars actor M...
Democratic donors recruit influencers in midterm push
The progressive donor network Democracy Alliance is planning to invest tens of millions of dollars in new media and content creators. It's a shift away from traditional media like broadcast television and paid advertisements. Democracy Alliance president Pamela Shifman joins "The Takeout" to explain the shift in strategy.
Examining the strength of Trump's presidential pardoning power
CBS News has exclusively learned that Senate and House Democrats are investigating whether President Trump issued pardons and commutations as part of what is described as a "pay-to-play" dynamic. Lawmakers have sent letters to more than a dozen recipients of executive clemency, seeking documents about payment history and communications with lawyers or those close to the president. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Starmer to play into Farage's hands and announce new soft Brexit push
The Prime Minister is expected to deliver a speech in the wake of dismal local election results in which he will claim that closer links with the EU are needed to tackle the cost of living.
US hit Iranian military installations in response to attacks against its destroyers
CENTCOM reported attacks on missile and drone launch sites; command and control locations; and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance nodes
Labour hand Tory Brexit rebel David Gauke a peerage to Conservative fury as Starmer continues to stuff the Lords
Labour hand Tory Brexit rebel David Gauke a peerage to Conservative fury as Starmer continues to stuff the LordsBy CLAIRE ELLICOTT, WHITEHALL EDITOR FOR THE DAILY MAIL Published: 23:20, 7 May 2026 | Updated: 23:21, 7 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Keir Starmer will face the cameras and take responsibility for Labour's local election drubbing in 'masochism strategy' inspired by Tony Blair
Keir Starmer will face the cameras and take responsibility for Labour's local election drubbing in 'masochism strategy' inspired by Tony BlairBy MARTIN BECKFORD, POLICY EDITOR and JASON GROVES, POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 23:20, 7 May 2026 | Updated: 23:22, 7 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence
Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defenceJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKurumi MoriTokyo correspondentBBC News: Jiro AkibaOn a Tokyo street corner, in the pouring rain, a swelling crowd gathered with drenched placards and sodden flags. On one of them was written just two words, in big bold Japanese kanji characters: "No War".It's a sentiment that is gaining more and more volume in Japan, which is currently witnessing its largest anti-war protests i...
Six things to watch out for in the Scottish election
Six things to watch out for in the Scottish election5 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePhil SimScotland political correspondentBBCBallot boxes arriving by ferry from the island of Bressay for the Shetland countThe campaigning is over, and votes have been cast.All that is left is to tally up the ballots and find out who has won the Scottish Parliament election.With local strongholds in the balance, familiar faces fighting to hold onto their seats and the future direction of Scottish po...
Black leaders in Tennessee compare redistricting push to Jim Crow-era voter suppression tactics
As the Tennessee governor signs a voting map that splits up the state’s only majority Black district, some leaders are calling out the change. NBC News’ Kathy Park explains what lead to the redistricting and responses from both sides of the aisle.
Drone attack against Moscow on Thursday was one of the largest since year start
Attacks of 61 drones were thwarted by Russian air defenses
U.S. warships face Iranian assault in Strait of Hormuz
As the White House awaits a response from Iran to the latest U.S. peace proposal, hostilities are ongoing in the Strait of Hormuz. Three U.S. warships faced an intense Iranian assault, according to U.S. Central Command. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.