Top civil servants can now earn up to £174,000 without approval from ministers

Under new Civil Service guidance on 'pay control', only earnings above £174,000 - and bonuses over £25,000 - must be signed off, a hike from £150,000 and £17,500 respectively.

Unite boss calls Angela Rayner 'despicable' in Birmingham bin strike row

In the latest deepening of the rift between Labour and Unite, the union's boss Sharon Graham issued a barbed broadside at Ms Rayner, claiming she had acted in a 'despicable way'.

Now England must back it up - but pumped-up Wales are on a mission to spoil the party

TARA ANSON-WALSH IN ST GALLEN: England come into Sunday night's clash with Wales on a seven-game win-loss swing. Yo-yoing between resounding wins and scrappy, lifeless defeats.

US to send more weapons to support Ukraine in its war with Russia

President Trump said the US was on the verge of heeding Volodymyr Zelensky 's request for more firepower to stop the war.

UN refugee agency tries to help millions of displaced Ukrainians stay close to home

Russia recently intensified a series of long-range Shahed drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, which often also include ballistic and cruise missiles as well as powerful glide bombs. View on euronews

Jeremy Corbyn to launch new leftwing party in the UK

Sporting Lisbon president rips into wantaway Viktor Gyokeres and promises disciplinary action

Viktor Gyokeres, 26, failed to report for Sporting Lisbon's pre-season training this week, despite the club having granted him an extended summer break until Saturday, July 12.

European Foreign Ministers express deep concern over 'deteriorating situation in Georgia'

A joint statement by European foreign ministers came in response to a progress report recently approved by the European Parliament on Georig'as accession process. View on euronews

Three stand-out players in Ireland’s record-breaking demolition of Portugal

In what was a damp squib of a test match Ireland came out of the gates firing and blazed Portugal apart in a 106-7 win in Lisbon. Stuart McCloskey got the try-scoring underway after less than a minute as there were eight first half tries. Debutants Shayne Bolton and Hugh Gavin both scored twice with […]

10 Nations Where Criticizing the Government Can Land You in Prison

10 Nations Where Criticizing the Government Can Land You in Prison

Peeni Henare to contest Tāmaki Makaurau by-election for Labour

The by-election was sparked by the death of Te Pati Maori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp.

New York diner shuts down after 76 years

A beloved neighborhood restaurant will close for good on July 18.

EU won’t block small boats deal, No 10 insists

Thousands of migrant will need to be deported for scheme to work, Prime Minister warned

Cash-strapped councils are handing out gift cards and fun days to asylum seekers with taxpayer money

The lavish spending, unearthed by Nigel Farage's new 'efficiency' audit, also included thousands of pounds spent on gift cards, Currys and Argos purchases, and takeaways.

How cults are made

Cults have been known to hide in the shadowy recesses of society, offering promises of enlightenment and solidarity to the most vulnerable. These promises are certainly compelling, but behind the facade of unity and purpose lies a darker reality–a complex blend of psychological manipulation and control. How do these cults form? What makes them so captivating? And is it possible to escape them? Click through this gallery to find all the answers.

Portugal's parliament reclassifies rape as public crime bringing it in line with Europe

Several Socialist Party (PS) MPs voted in favour of the reclassification, despite their party's official abstention on some proposals. View on euronews

12 Cat Species That Went Extinct Before Humans Arrived

Imagine a world where enormous, saber-toothed felines stalked ancient grasslands, or tiny wildcats crept through primeval forests—long before humans ever set foot on the scene. It’s almost like peeking behind a hidden curtain into a lost feline universe! Some of these mysterious cat species vanished for reasons we’re still unraveling, leaving behind nothing but fossils ... Read more The post 12 Cat Species That Went Extinct Before Humans Arrived appeared first on felinefam.com.

Labour vows small-boat arrivals 'will get one shot at asylum' as Yvette Cooper doubles down on deal

Home Office sources said that any boat migrant who has been returned to France and then made a crossing again would not be able to apply for asylum.

Russia's foreign minister hugs Kim Jong Un as they meet in North Korea

Russia's foreign minister was seen hugging Kim Jong Un today as he thanked North Korea for sending troops to the Ukraine war. The ministry quoted Lavrov as saying that the visit represented the continuation of "strategic dialogue" between the two sides inaugurated by Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to North Korea in June 2024.

PKK militants in Iraq begin laying down arms as part of peace process with Turkey

Forces of the regional Kurdish administration secure the area of the Jasana Cave ahead of a symbolic disarmament ceremony by the separatist PKK group in Iraq, 11 July, 2025

US citizen beaten to death in West Bank settler attack

US citizen beaten to death in West Bank settler attack - The Israeli military says Israel is investigating the incident

Russia's drones and missile barrage targets Ukraine's Lviv

Russia launched a new barrage of drones and missiles in an overnight attack on Ukraine on Saturday (July 12), targeting the west of the country and killing at least two people in the city of Chernivtsi on the border with Romania.

Noem says talks ongoing over five more 'Alligator Alcatraz' sites

Kristi Noem says the Donald Trump administration is in talks with governors over five more possible 'Alligator Alcatraz' sites.

Bonfires lit across Northern Ireland ahead of Orange Order parade

Eleventh night of bonfires are lit across Northern Ireland ahead of the Orange Order's parade on Saturday. The traditional fires are lit ahead of the main date in the parading calendar of Protestant loyal orders, the Twelfth of July. Previous nights saw effigies of rap group Kneecap as well as Irish and Palestinian flags appear on pyres.

Brussels, my love? US continues arms deliveries to Ukraine - for how long?

In this edition of our weekly talk show, panellists discussed the situation in Ukraine, Moldova's desire to fast-track EU accession and the future role of women in the military. View on euronews

These Animals Call U.S. Marine Sanctuaries Home

The vast blue expanse along the United States coastline holds far more than meets the eye. Beneath the waves and within these protected waters lies a network of underwater parks known as marine sanctuaries. These federally designated areas serve as crucial habitats and safe havens for thousands of species. From the icy waters of the … The post These Animals Call U.S. Marine Sanctuaries Home appeared first on Animals Around The Globe.

Police arrest Palestine Action supporters on Parliament Square

Met Police arrest Palestine Action supporters gathered on Parliament Square. Police have arrested a further 46 protesters for supporting newly banned terrorist organisation Palestine Action.

Sadiq Khan accused of waging a new war on motorists after confidential TfL documents leaked on tube

In an extraordinary leak, a local government official was photographed on the Tube reading a confidential Transport for London (TfL) document that listed a string of anti-car proposals.

5 Ancient Cat Breeds That May Date Back to the Pharaohs

The Egyptian Mau: Living Speed Demons of the Nile Picture this: your house cat hitting 30 miles per hour while chasing a toy mouse across your living room. The Egyptian Mau isn’t just fast—it’s the fastest domestic cat breed on Earth. These spotted beauties have been sprinting through history for over 3,000 years, with their ... Read more The post 5 Ancient Cat Breeds That May Date Back to the Pharaohs appeared first on felinefam.com.

SNP's debt mountain as cost of Holyrood borrowing soars to record £500m a year!

Taxpayers will have to foot the bill for an eye-watering £500 million of debt run up by John Swinney's SNP government, MailOnline can disclose.

Britain's oldest WW2 veteran dies aged 110: Donald Rose survived D-Day and liberated Belsen

Donald Rose, who died yesterday at 110, was born on Christmas Eve in 1914 and was just 25 when he signed up to fight on the front line in the Second World War.

Nearly 800 killed near Gaza food distribution sites and aid convoys since late May, says UN

Nearly 800 killed near Gaza food distribution sites and aid convoys since late May, says UN - More than 600 of these deaths were recorded near the Israel-backed GHF aid distribution site

Trump threatens to revoke born-in-USA Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship and calls her ‘Threat to Humanity’

Trump threatens to revoke born-in-USA Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship and calls her ‘Threat to Humanity’ - Comedian O’Donnell moved to Ireland days before Trump took office for second term

War veteran's grandson reunited with medals after theft

A a parcel containing the medals was allegedly stolen from his mailbox.

Historic synagogues from around the world

A synagogue is a Jewish place of worship. One of the earliest references to a synagogue dates from 150 to 128 BCE, or earlier, and is located on the island of Delos, in Greece. These historic synagogues represent the earliest Jewish presence in cities and destinations around the world, where worshippers are brought together in often beautifully designed and highly decorative buildings. So, where in the world can you admire some of the oldest and most ornate synagogues? Click through and take the tour.

SNP hypocrisy as investment quango hands £18m in grants to arms firms

An SNP quango has handed out £18.4 million to defence firms in the past five years, despite ministers claiming the Scottish Government does not fund companies involved in munitions.

More than 70 Palestine Action supporters arrested under terror laws

The protests took place in cities across the UK after police reiterated that showing support for the group was a criminal offence

Scots fork out £2.5k for cataract surgery amid an SNP waiting list crisis for eye operations

Thousands hard-pressed Scots are raiding their savings to pay for cataract surgery amid soaring NHS waiting lists, MailOnline can reveal.

200 nursery children found to have lead in their blood

The cook was caught by a surveillance camera in a kitchen in the northern Gansu province adding the colorant to a meal in order to boost its appearance.

11 Formidable Cold War Carrier Aircraft

11 Formidable Cold War Carrier Aircraft

Trump Sets 30% Tariffs on Imports from the European Union and Mexico

Trump Sets 30% Tariffs on Imports from the European Union and Mexico

Trump booster Charlie Kirk calls NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani a ‘parasite’ and says legal immigration ‘also the problem’

Trump booster Charlie Kirk calls NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani a ‘parasite’ and says legal immigration ‘also the problem’ - Charlie Kirk called NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani a “parasite” and slammed legal immigration in a xenophobic attack on Friday.

How other countries deal with the heatwave – and what the UK could learn

Many governments are taking proactive steps to combat the heat, but many experts believe the UK is lagging

Pro-Trump New Hampshire dad is stuck in Canada after visit. Green card holder’s lived in US since he was 3

Pro-Trump New Hampshire dad is stuck in Canada after visit. Green card holder’s lived in US since he was 3 - Chris Landry, who has been a legal U.S. resident since 1981 when he was 3-years-old, was stopped at the border in Holton, Maine

How France and UK’s new nuclear pact helps to deter Putin from attacking Europe

Britain and France are deepening their nuclear weapons co-operation to respond jointly should European allies come under 'extreme' threat

History in Combat: the day Russia used a WWII-era weapon in modern warfare

Russian attack sets Ukraine's western city of Lviv on fire

Russian attack on Ukraine's western city of Lviv causes fires.

NATO conflict escalates: Member state reacts to Russian attack

Russian Missiles Almost Take Down Passenger Jet: “We’re Under Fire”

The crew pleaded for the fire to stop.

Jamie George handed emergency last-minute call up to British & Irish Lions squad

CHRIS FOY IN ADELAIDE: George is responding to an emergency call-up from Farrell, to provide cover for England hooker Cowan-Dickie, who was injured during Saturday's win.