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'Homeland Security' has spawned political insecurity since DHS was born

NPR Politics

DHS was originally conceived in the interest of unity and harmony — and the phrase "homeland security" was originally meant to be reassuring.

'I'd wait forever, but 334 days is crazy.' USS Ford finally comes home

NPR Politics

The USS Ford came home to a hero's welcome. Sailors had been away from home for nearly a year, through two conflicts, a fire and problems with the sew...

'Shameful' more spent on benefits than jobs for young people, says Milburn

BBC News - Politics

Reforms are needed of the welfare system to tackle the high numbers of young people not in work or education, says Alan Milburn.

After San Diego shooting, Muslim Americans aim to turn grief into action

Al Jazeera - Politics

More than 25,000 US Muslims have come together for the annual ICNA conference, where speakers encouraged activism.

Andy Burnham seeks advice from Sue Gray on forming future Labour government

The Guardian - Politics

Discussions highlight how seriously senior Labour figures are treating Burnham’s path back to WestminsterAndy Burnham has sought advice from Sue Gra...

Andy Burnham’s Manchester has a defining spirit – and Britain could do with a lot more of it | John Harris

The Guardian - Politics

Call it a mix of collectivism and entrepreneurialism or just an overarching vibe, but the mayor’s philosophy could be on the way to WestminsterAmong...

Arsenal’s title win should be studied by politicians everywhere – and especially Keir Starmer. Here’s why | Jonathan Freedland

The Guardian - Politics

The sensational victory didn’t happen by accident, it took years of dedication and clever planning, something the PM – himself a fan – should no...

Attorney general to review teen boys' rape sentences

BBC News - Politics

The three teenagers were not given custodial sentences for their roles in the rape of two girls.

Borrowing in April hit highest level since Covid

BBC News - Politics

Borrowing was higher than expected last month and retail sales fell as fuel prices surged.

Bridget Phillipson orders review of hidden childcare charges hitting parents

The Guardian - Politics

Education secretary asks UK watchdog to look into nursery practices, including non-refundable deposits and add-onsBridget Phillipson, the education se...

Cafe owner 'deeply disappointed' by Reform UK visit

BBC News - Politics

Reform have hit back at the criticisms suggesting they were "politically influenced".

China’s Shenzhou-23 astronauts blast off on space station mission

Al Jazeera - Politics

China’s Shenzhou-23 astronauts blast off on space station mission.

Cuba thanks China for rice shipment amid worsening humanitarian conditions

Al Jazeera - Politics

The Caribbean island has faced a fuel blockade that has cut off essential supplies, as Trump seeks regime change.

David Miliband: Europe and US need ‘separate bedrooms’ but not divorce

The Guardian - Politics

Former Labour minister says complete disengagement has potential ‘for us to end up in a very, very difficult position’David Miliband has said Euro...

Ebola spreads in the DRC as authorities struggle to contain outbreak

Al Jazeera - Politics

The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading as cases been confirmed in Uganda.

Ecuador’s Noboa pledges to extradite criminals in State of the Union speech

Al Jazeera - Politics

The right-wing president highlighted anti-crime operations and economic progress, while critics warned of abuses.

Education secretary to ask competition watchdog to review hidden childcare costs

BBC News - Politics

Bridget Phillipson will ask the competition watchdog to examine costs that families are still facing in government-funded free childcare.

Electoral reform and reversing Brexit: they’re more connected than you might think | Tom Baldwin

The Guardian - Politics

Labour’s emerging leadership contest is reopening the EU debate. But if we want to rejoin, Britain needs a more European voting system firstNowhere ...

Farage under mounting pressure to prove Russian hack claim

The Guardian - Politics

Reform UK leader claims ‘counter-espionage experts’ suggest state-sponsored hackers are behind disclosure of £5m giftNigel Farage is under mounti...

Farage was issued with court judgement for £9,400 debt

BBC News - Politics

Reform UK says Farage will appeal the County Court judgment because he had not been aware of the claim.