Woman in Disguise Took U.K. Citizenship Test for Others, Authorities Say

Extreme demand took down LA's water system during the Palisades Fire. Here's how other U.S. cities can prepare

Some 20% of hydrants failed during the fight to save the Pacific Palisades from LA's massive fire on Jan. 7. Here's how other U.S. cities can better prepare.

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Woman used wigs, disguises to take British citizenship tests for at least 14 people, authorities say

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Hair today, here forever: Woman accused of using ‘array of wigs’ in elaborate citizenship scheme

In a hair-raisingly elaborate scheme, a woman in Britain has been arrested and accused of using an “array of wigs” to take people's U.K. citizenship tests for them.

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Woman in Disguise Took U.K. Citizenship Test for Others, Authorities Say

A 61-year-old woman was arrested after impersonating at least 14 people over the course of more than a year, the authorities said.

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White House says New Jersey drones ‘authorized to be flown by FAA’

Press secretary gives update on flurry of drones spotted in east coast skies in December. The White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Tuesday that the mysterious drones that were ...

The Guardian - 1d

White House confirms N.J. drones were authorized by FAA for 'research and various other reasons'

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that President Trump confirmed that the drones that were flying over New Jersey were authorized to be flown by the Federal Aviation ...

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What the 14th Amendment says about birthright citizenship

President Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship is on temporary hold after a federal judge last week called it "blatantly unconstitutional." Birthright citizenship derives from ...

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Woman held for taking citizen tests 'in disguise'

The women dressed up in wigs and disguises to take tests on behalf of others, say investigators.

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JD Vance defends Trump on birthright citizenship, says the U.S. should "look out for the interests of our citizens first"

Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. doesn't have to have "the dumbest immigration policy in the world" simply because the nation was founded by immigrants.

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Graham says ‘a good chance’ Supreme Court sides with Trump on birthright citizenship

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said he believes there is a “good chance” that the Supreme Court sides with President Trump on the issue of birthright citizenship. Graham joined NBC’s “Meet the Press” ...

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U.K. Firms Face Increased Financial Distress, Study Says

British business is set for a tough year, with a worrying surge in the number of firms entering “critical” financial distress in the final quarter of 2024, according to consultancy Begbies Traynor.

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Some U.S.-born babies could be 'stateless' if Trump ends birthright citizenship, attorneys say

The situation could be particularly complicated for asylum-seekers from countries like Venezuela, which doesn't have diplomatic ties with the U.S.

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Southport Killer Had ‘Sickening and Sustained Interest’ in Violence, U.K. Officials Say

Axel Rudakubana, who killed three young girls in the Southport attack, appeared to have no particular ideology but was obsessed by violence and genocide, investigators said.

The New York Times - Jan. 23

7 San Antonio police officers shot by barricaded suspect, authorities say

Seven San Antonio, Texas police officers were shot by a barricaded suspect, the city's police chief said. The suspect was found dead from a gunshot wound.

CBS News - Jan. 23

Britain Says Russian Spy Ship Returned to U.K. Waters in Sign of Kremlin Threat

The British defense secretary told Parliament that the Yantar, which he described as a Russian spy ship, had come near Britain’s coast for the second time in a few months.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Taking away birthright citizenship is an ‘attack’ on families, Connecticut AG says

President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship is facing legal challenges. 18 states and two cities filed a lawsuit to stop the order. Connecticut Attorney General William ...

NBC News - Jan. 22

From Day 1, Trump Tests the Limits of His Authority

It is unclear how much is left in Washington to restrain him.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Skeleton of Bronze Age woman discovered in U.K.

The crouch position in which the woman's remains were found has been documented as early as 5500-4700 years ago.

CBS News - Jan. 21

Birthright citizenship and other Trump executive actions likely to face pushback from the courts

Policies like seeking to end birthright citizenship and refusing to spend money allocated by Congress could end up at the Supreme Court.

NBC News - Jan. 21

U.K. May Change Terrorism Law After Southport Attack, Starmer Says

After a teenager admitted murdering three girls at a dance class, Keir Starmer said people were being radicalized into violence for its own sake and terrorism laws might need to change.

The New York Times - Jan. 21

U.K. in danger of ‘debt death spiral’, says Bridgewater founder Dalio

The fall in bond prices and rise in yields ‘reflects a supply-demand problem’ for gilts, said billionaire.

MarketWatch - Jan. 21

Nigerian gasoline tanker explosion kills at least 70 people, authorities say

Yahoo News - Jan. 18

The U.K. again delays key banking rule, saying it will wait for U.S. to decide first

The Bank of England on Friday said it will delay key rules on bank capital for a year while the U.S. decides what to do, a sign of how the incoming Trump administration will impact financial ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 17

North Korea tests 'several' missiles, South Korean military says

North Korea launched "several short-range ballistic missiles," that landed in the Sea of Japan Tuesday morning local time, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

ABC News - Jan. 14