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Controversial new SEND reforms in England could see vital support removed for children with special needs during critical school transitions. Experts warn this is 'madness' and could undermine legal rights, despite government promises of increased funding and mainstream inclusivity.
A study by the New York Fed found that consumers are paying for 90% of Trump's tariffs, leading Trump adviser Kevin Hassett to call for economists to be punished. Hassett labeled the study an "embarrassment" and "highly partisan."
A secret meeting involving Donald Trump and top advisors revealed a new strategy for the 2026 midterms: deploying unpopular cabinet members instead of Trump due to his declining health and low approval ratings. This risky gamble aims to bolster Republican candidates in key races.
England's NHS maternity services are in crisis, with hundreds of mothers and babies dying due to systemic failures, understaffing, and a lack of compassion. Despite numerous reviews, including the damning Ockenden reports, tragic outcomes persist, costing the NHS billions. This article delves into the deep-rooted issues, from the Shrewsbury and Telford scandal to the ongoing Nottingham review, highlighting the urgent need for reform and accountability.
Donald Trump's polling numbers have reportedly hit historic lows, amidst growing concerns over the defunding of rural hospitals and Medicaid. Senator Jon Ossoff's viral speech highlighting the "betrayal" of the working class has amplified calls for systemic reform, including the newly unveiled "Project 2029" aimed at combating billionaire corruption.
Professor Scott Lucas discusses the precarious position of Donald Trump's political base, caught between promises of economic revival and a foreign policy that risks alienating core supporters. The analysis covers escalating tensions with Iran, economic headwinds, and diplomatic missteps, questioning Trump's electoral viability.
Donald Trump's recent 15% tariffs are facing significant legal challenges, largely due to his own administration's previous arguments against using the invoked statute, Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. Experts highlight that this law is designed for balance of payment crises, not trade deficits, and Trump's own claims of economic prosperity contradict the conditions required for its use.
A growing number of American Jews, many descendants of Holocaust survivors, are reclaiming German citizenship, citing deep fears over the US political climate and the Trump administration. This poignant reversal of history, enabled by Germany's Article 116, Paragraph 2, highlights anxieties about the erosion of democratic norms and a need for a 'plan B' amidst perceived threats to their security and belonging in the United States.
Senior Labour figures are expressing unprecedented confidence in winning the Gorton and Denton by-election, defying typical 'expectation management' strategies. Meanwhile, parliamentary rules are being tested by the Prince Andrew scandal, and the government faces scrutiny over its SEND reforms.
Andrew Neil warns against the rise of 'ethno-Christian nationalism' in the UK, urging for a separation of church and state. He discusses Britain's Christian heritage while cautioning against using religion for political gain and highlights concerns about religious extremism.
