House Republicans release last-minute healthcare plan; TSA defends sharing traveler names with ICE - as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Dec 12, 2025
Trump embraces great power cooperation with China and Russia Trump's first term launched "Great Power Competition." His second is actively working to end it. Axios · Dec 12, 2025
Indiana rejection cuts into Trump's push to gain more GOP House seats So far, Republicans are likely to have a net gain of just one to four seats in the redistricting war. Axios · Dec 12, 2025
I Asked ChatGPT Where To Invest My Trump $2K Dividend in 2026 — Here’s What It Said Trump’s proposed $2,000 tariff dividend could help boost your finances. Here are some ways you could invest it for long-term growth, according to ChatGPT. GOBankingRates · Dec 12, 2025
US lawmakers decry VA’s ‘draconian approach to non-citizen database’ Exclusive: Congress members demand answers after Guardian revealed data to be shared for immigration enforcement The Guardian - US · Dec 12, 2025
Latest UFC White House update addresses ticket sales and fan access The UFC is due to stage a fight card at the White House on 14 June The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025
Trump accused of ‘imperialism’ after controversial action in Venezuela IN FULL The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025
Podcast: Can Brussels and Washington's relationship be saved? The European Commission’s fine on social media platform X and Donald Trump’s criticism of European leadership marked a tense week for the transatlantic partnership. Is the EU-US relationship under too much strain, and what lies ahead? Euronews · Dec 12, 2025
Trump issues ineffective federal pardon for ex-Colorado election official Tina Peters who was convicted on state charges President Donald Trump pushes for release of jailed former county clerk, who has become a cause celebre for MAGA conservatives The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025
UK politics: Trump talks ‘complete nonsense’ about crime in London, says Met police commissioner – as it happened Mark Rowley says capital is a safe city, and claims of no-go areas are ‘completely false’ The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2025
Trump is pictured with heavy makeup on the back of his hand at White House Congressional Ball There has been rampant speculation around Donald Trump’s health, after he seemingly fell asleep during a meeting and has rambled about going to heaven The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025
Ellen DeGeneres 'Not Welcome' in UK Village, Neighbors Reportedly Hated Her Presence Ellen DeGeneres faces mixed reactions in her new Cotswolds village, with some neighbours objecting while others describe her and Portia de Rossi as polite. International Business Times UK · Dec 12, 2025
Europe must be ready to deter Russia as ‘shadow of war’ looms, minister warns Warning comes after head of Nato called Europe ‘Russia’s next target’ and said countries must prepare for ‘scale of war our grandparents or great-grandparents endured’ The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025
Donald Trump signs executive order to block US states enforcing their own AI regulations Members of Congress from both parties, as well as civil liberties and consumer rights groups, have pushed for more regulations on AI, saying there is not enough oversight for the powerful technology. Euronews · Dec 12, 2025
Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2025 Charlie Kirk’s ‘killer’ smirks during first in-person court appearance Tyler Robinson, 22, appears in court in person for the first time — and his mother breaks down in tears
BANG Premier · Dec 12, 2025 David Letterman is grateful not to be hosting a talk show Former late-night talk show host David Letterman is relieved that he isn't presenting a programme during US President Donald Trump's tenure in the White House.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2025 Belgian PM meets Starmer in London as debate continues on using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine – as it happened Bart De Wever will also discuss migration, security and economy ahead of coalition of the willing meeting and EU summit next week
The Conversation · Dec 12, 2025 Did Donald Trump order piracy on the high seas? This newsletter was first published in The Conversation UK’s World Affairs Briefing email. Sign up to receive weekly analysis of the latest developments in international relations, direct to your inbox.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2025 Donald Trump wants a Europe in chaos – a sure sign for Britain to shore up its democracy With the US threatening to support ‘patriotic’ parties here, we need better defences, starting with tough new rules about political donations, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
Euronews · Dec 12, 2025 Thailand dissolves parliament amid continued skirmishes with Cambodia Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved the House of Representatives after getting approval from the King on Friday. The country is now set to hold elections early next year despite an ongoing armed conflict with neighbouring Cambodia.
Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2025 'Shadow of war' is looming: UK's stark warning as conflict with Russia 'at Europe's door' ‘The shadow of war is knocking on Europe's door once more. That's the reality. We've got to be prepared to deter it’ - armed forces minister Al Carns
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025 Washington state faces historic floods that have washed away homes and stranded families Days of torrential rain in Washington state has caused historic floods, stranding families on rooftops and washing over bridges
Euronews · Dec 12, 2025 Europe Today: Nadia Calviño discusses Trump and Europe's economy Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
The Fashion Central · Dec 12, 2025 Bad Bunny slips and falls onstage in Mexico and carries on like nothing happened Bad Bunny proved that even a stumble cannot slow him down. During a concert in Mexico on Wednesday, the global music star took a brief
The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2025 The facts are stark: Europe must open the door to migrants, or face its own extinction These are the facts: plummeting birth rates mean that without attracting immigration, many countries are sliding towards collapse, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot