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A Nicaraguan asylum seeker checked in with Ice every week. He was arrested anyway
Alberto Lovo Rojas fled violence in his home country. Now, he fears Trump-backed deportation. It finally happened while he was waiting to get his hair cut.. Alberto Lovo Rojas, an asylum seeker ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump restoring some foreign aid programs
The Trump administration on Tuesday claimed foreign aid programs that were cut in error would be restored. “There were a few programs that were cut in other countries that were not meant to be cut ...The Hill - 1d -
Asylum seeker jailed for glorifying terrorism
Turkish national Hakan Barac posted videos celebrating terrorists such as Osama bin Laden.BBC News - 3d -
Cutting aid overseas will have devastating consequences here at home
Cutting foreign health funding to "put America first" may actually put Americans at greater risk.The Hill - 3d -
'Death sentence': Advocates blast $1.3 billion in State Department food aid cuts
The State Department has moved to squeeze lifesaving foreign aid dramatically around the world, according to several U.S. officials familiar with the matter.ABC News - 1d -
This Is Why Conservatives Turned Against Foreign Aid
It became yet another arena for prosecuting America’s domestic disputes.The New York Times - 3d -
The limits of the UK-US ‘special relationship’
Britain lacks leverage in Trump tariff negotiations, with UK diplomatic and economic priorities looking increasingly EuropeanFinancial Times - 3d -
A lifesaving midwife in Afghanistan: Noriko Hayashi’s best photograph
‘This woman was nine months pregnant but had never had a checkup. Anisa is listening to the baby’s heartbeat with a stethoscope. After foreign aid cuts, including Trump’s, she is now out of a job’. ...The Guardian - 1d -
Aid cuts could have ‘pandemic-like effects’ on maternal deaths, WHO warns
Loss of funding could undo progress in reducing deaths in pregnancy and childbirth, especially in war zones, says UN. More women risk dying in pregnancy and childbirth because of aid cuts by ...The Guardian - 3d -
Trump Administration Cuts Aid Programs It Had Promised to Keep
The U.N. food program said the new cuts “could amount to a death sentence” for millions of desperate people.The New York Times - 21h -
Trump says he's for 'major spending cuts' after meeting with House GOP on budget proposal
President Trump said Tuesday he's supportive of "major spending cuts" after a meeting with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and House Republicans who have expressed skepticism about a budget resolution ...The Hill - 1d -
The House Republicans Holding Out Against Trump’s Budget and Tax Cut Plan
Hard-line conservatives concerned about the deficit are among President Trump’s most stalwart supporters in Congress. But they say they cannot in good conscience back the budget plan he has endorsed.The New York Times - 1d -
US restores urgent food aid but not in Afghanistan and Yemen, where millions need it
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has reversed cuts in emergency food aid to several nations but maintained them in Afghanistan and Yemen, two of the world’s poorest countriesABC News - 1d -
UK wealth managers say American clients are moving money to Britain
Response to Donald Trump’s second term has been greater, according to executivesFinancial Times - 4d -
UK hails new theme park as ‘vote of confidence’ in Britain
Sir Keir Starmer to confirm Universal visitor attraction that will bring an estimated £50bn boost for the economyFinancial Times - 1d -
UK mortgage lenders cut rates after Trump tariffs
Lenders lower mortgage costs as experts forecast interest rates will be cut by more than expected.BBC News - 1d -
8 die from cholera in South Sudan as funding cuts force longer walks to clinics
An aid organization says five children are among eight people who have died from cholera in South Sudan after aid cuts are forcing patients to walk for hours to reach the nearest clinicsABC News - 1d -
UK Eases Rules on EVs as Trump’s Auto Tariffs Hit
Even before the latest tariffs by the Trump administration, Britain’s car industry was struggling.The New York Times - 3d -
Trade war makes improved UK-EU relations ‘imperative’, says Reeves
Britain could exploit the chaos unleashed by Donald Trump, chancellor tells FTFinancial Times - 1d -
Cool runnings: how to cut time and waste by making the most of your freezer
From planning ahead and avoiding freezer burn to creating flavour bombs in ice trays, here are some expert tips. Preparing meals in advance and portioning out meat, fruit and vegetables to be ...The Guardian - 2d -
FAFSA had been struggling for years. Then Trump cut the Education Department in half
Families and students are growing nervous about the fate of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) amid President Trump's massive cuts to the Department of Education and his plans to ...The Hill - 3d -
FEMA cuts more than $300 million in disaster aid to New York.
Much of the money was to go toward flood mitigation in vulnerable areas of New York City that were struck hard by Hurricane Sandy and the remnants of Hurricane Ida.The New York Times - 2d -
Is Amy Coney Barrett the new David Souter?
The Barrett backlash began not so quietly last month, when she voted against Trump’s freeze on foreign aid.The Hill - 6h -
House GOP adopts Trump budget plan after conservatives fold
The vote was initially delayed amid conservatives' concerns about the level of spending cuts.CBS News - 39m -
The Three States That Are Especially Stuck if Congress Cuts Medicaid
States that were once reluctant to expand Medicaid now have their state budgets tied to the fate of the program by constitutional amendments.The New York Times - 4d -
NOAA Staffing Cuts Threaten Years of Salmon Harvests
In Washington, where salmon is a multibillion dollar industry, government staff terminations and budget freezes may put salmon production at risk.The New York Times - 1d -
So much for the Trump Brexit dividend
The US president’s tariffs on UK cars and other exports reveal the hollow promise of global BritainFinancial Times - 9h -
UK Home Office’s reform of graduate visas runs into opposition
Education department at odds with plan to curb number of overseas students allowed to stay in BritainFinancial Times - 2d -
UK PM criticises fiscal watchdog for not ‘scoring’ jobs impact of welfare reforms
Sir Keir Starmer’s comments will be seen as warning shot across bows of Office for Budget ResponsibilityFinancial Times - 2d -
Dining across the divide: ‘He has a very rosy view of empire and colonialism’
They both support the underdog, but can they find common ground on Britain’s past?. Frankie, 28, London . Occupation Aid worker Continue reading...The Guardian - 9h -
Prince Harry’s Court Case Over Security in the UK, Explained
Harry arrived at London’s Court of Appeal on Tuesday for the start of a two-day hearing in his case over his police protection in Britain.The New York Times - 2d -
UK growth forecasts hit by Trump’s tariffs
Economists factor in falling confidence and investment leading to job losses and a probable cut in borrowing costsFinancial Times - 1d -
Small Businesses Face a ‘Tornado’ of Challenges: Cuts, Freezes and Now Tariffs
President Trump vowed to aid entrepreneurs by reducing taxes and slicing red tape. But some owners say other policies have put them at a disadvantage.The New York Times - 4d -
UK investigating claims green fuel contains virgin palm oil
The BBC finds evidence of fraud in the production of a "green" diesel meant to cut emissions.BBC News - 1d -
ECB expected to cut rates in April and June as tariffs threaten recession
Growing concern about growth and deflationary pressure predicted to force central bankers’ hands in Eurozone and UKFinancial Times - 3d -
UK financial watchdog cuts fees for first time in more than a decade
Move by FCA reflects record amount of money it will keep from penalties issued to companiesFinancial Times - 2d -
In South Africa, a needle exchange program for drug users feels the effects of Trump's aid cuts
A secluded corner near South Africa’s capital is home to dozens of people with drug addictionABC News - 6d -
King and Queen release new photos of wedding anniversary in Italy
Lord Llewellyn, Britain's ambassador to Italy, said the trip "comes at a key moment" as the UK government tries to reset EU relations after Brexit.BBC News - 2d -
House passes Republican budget framework paving way for Trump’s agenda
Multitrillion-dollar resolution unlocks path to deliver Trump’s sweeping tax cut and immigration plan. US politics live – latest updates The House Republican speaker, Mike Johnson , muscled ...The Guardian - 5h