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Federal Circuit Says Trump's Global Tariffs Are Illegal, Keeps Duties in Place During Appeal

Federal Circuit Says Trump's Global Tariffs Are Illegal, Keeps Duties in Place During Appeal

A federal appeals court ruled 7–4 that most of former President Trump's global tariffs exceed his authority, but kept them in place while the government appeals. The decision disrupts trade talks and keeps prices elevated for now. The case turns on whether IEEPA lets a president impose sweeping tariffs without Congress. The administration is expected to take the fight to the Supreme Court.

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Climate data rescue: scientists revive federal sites after Trump shutdowns

Climate data rescue: scientists revive federal sites after Trump shutdowns

After the Trump administration shut down key federal climate websites and removed National Climate Assessment reports, scientists, librarians, and advocates launched an emergency rescue effort. Universities mirrored datasets, legal groups won early court orders on health sites, and archivists preserved millions of records. The fight now is about access, continuity, and who controls public science.

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Asylum hotels told to house foreign national offenders as staff take unconscious bias training

Asylum hotels told to house foreign national offenders as staff take unconscious bias training

Home Office documents tell asylum accommodation providers they must accept some ex-foreign national offenders on bail, including arsonists, while staff complete annual unconscious bias and cultural awareness training. The 117-page brief warns of higher insurance costs and tougher safety standards. The policy lands amid protests, a court-ordered hotel closure in Epping, and rising pressure to end hotel use.

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Epping Forest Council's High Court Win Sparks Crisis for Labour’s Asylum Seeker Hotel Policy

Epping Forest Council's High Court Win Sparks Crisis for Labour’s Asylum Seeker Hotel Policy

A High Court injunction secured by Epping Forest Council blocks asylum seekers from being housed at The Bell Hotel in Essex after protests. The move shakes Labour’s strategy as other councils discuss similar legal action, threatening accommodation for thousands of asylum seekers in UK hotels.

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Nicola Sturgeon’s Exit Marks the End of a Defining Era in Scottish Politics

Nicola Sturgeon’s Exit Marks the End of a Defining Era in Scottish Politics

Nicola Sturgeon has announced she’ll retire from the Scottish Parliament after 27 years, closing a chapter on one of the most influential careers in UK politics. Her track record spans consistent SNP victories, fierce leadership during Brexit, and fundamentally challenging the traditional unionist view of the UK. Her departure signals change for both her party and the independence movement.

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Jeremy Hunt’s Treasury Playbook: Key Lessons for Rachel Reeves

Jeremy Hunt’s Treasury Playbook: Key Lessons for Rachel Reeves

Jeremy Hunt's stint as Chancellor provides a practical guide for Rachel Reeves as she steps into the Treasury. Hunt's emphasis on strategic alliances, balancing fiscal responsibility, and clear communication in times of uncertainty offers useful lessons for Reeves as she tackles public debt and inflation.

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Jeremy Clarkson Slams Labour's Farmer Tax Reform, Warns of Dire Consequences for Family Farms

Jeremy Clarkson Slams Labour's Farmer Tax Reform, Warns of Dire Consequences for Family Farms

Jeremy Clarkson blasts Labour’s new inheritance tax plan, warning it could devastate up to 75% of UK family farms. Calling the policy a political attack, he compares it to the miners’ strike era. Protests erupt, but Clarkson keeps the topic off his TV show amid rising fears among rural communities.

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Elon Musk Escalates Feud with Trump Over Controversial GOP Spending Bill

Elon Musk Escalates Feud with Trump Over Controversial GOP Spending Bill

The fight between Elon Musk and Donald Trump over the Republican spending bill has gotten heated. Musk blasted the plan for gutting EV incentives while keeping oil subsidies and warned it could send the U.S. into deeper debt. Trump hit back, threatening to yank Musk's government contracts as GOP splits widen.

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UK Doubles Permanent Residency Wait to 10 Years for Migrants Under Sweeping New Policy

UK Doubles Permanent Residency Wait to 10 Years for Migrants Under Sweeping New Policy

The UK will soon require most migrants to wait ten years instead of five before they can apply for permanent settlement. About 1.5 million foreign workers already living in the UK are affected. The government says it’s about managing numbers, but critics warn it increases uncertainty. More details and exceptions are expected after a public consultation.

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Trump Administration Blocks Harvard from Enrolling International Students Amid Antisemitism Accusations

Trump Administration Blocks Harvard from Enrolling International Students Amid Antisemitism Accusations

Harvard can no longer enroll international students after the Trump administration suspended its SEVIS certification over antisemitism allegations. The decision impacts a quarter of the student body, sparks widespread panic, and sets up a legal clash over academic freedom and political motives.

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