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The debate over whether Graham Platner is “working class” comes at a time when more and more people are at risk of falling into it.

U.S. companies skirted at least $40 billion in taxes since the beginning of 2025 thanks to schemes in places like Malta, Bermuda and Cyprus.

Most states have had a woman serve as governor, but California is in the minority despite its progressive-minded electorate. Women who have reached the top elsewhere saw familiar roadblocks.

Romania is a NATO country, and the security alliance condemned “Russia’s recklessness” for an episode that sharply escalated tensions with Moscow.

The strike on Friday, near the Ukrainian border, was the first to injure civilians in Romania, officials say. But drones from the nearby war have been a growing threat.

President Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi in April after being displeased with her handling of DOJ files about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The DOJ has face strong criticism for the creation of a $1.8 Anti-Weaponization Fund which could compensate allies of President Donald Trump.

In a post on X, Elon Musk offered details about SpaceX's deal with Anthropic that weren't included in the company's IPO prospectus.

Asia-Pacific markets rose as investors shrugged off renewed Iran tensions against ceasefire optimism.

Ives' comments come as part of a wider prediction for the Nasdaq to top 30,000 points by 2027, reiterating his call from earlier interviews with CNBC.

Shares of Samsung Electronics surged after the company began shipping HBM4E chip samples to its customers globally.

Kenneth Law has admitted charges of aiding suicide

Secretary Markwayne Mullin indicated on Thursday that the administration could soon implement this drastic measure, citing a lack of assistance from local law enforcement for federal immigration officials in northern New Jersey

Uncertainty is swirling around what the U.S. has called a tentative deal to extend the ceasefire in its war with Iran

Ankara warned against an escalation of hostilities in the Black Sea

The bus failed to slow in a work zone and struck six vehicles

Aid supplies have been rushed to Congo to tackle the Ebola outbreak

Ex-first lady’s recent book reveal has angered Democrats who want to move on from her and her husband

Around 400,000 children have been displaced in Lebanon due to Israel’s bombardment and invasion. As a shaky ceasefire is extended for 45 days, they show the toys they brought with them, and share their dreams to one day return home. Alex Croft reports

A man on an electric bike was shot several times by a road rage driver in Virginia.

The man could not post bail and was taken to a Pennsylvania jail, police say

U.S. officials said the sides were discussing a “memorandum of understanding” that could lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but it still needs President Trump’s sign-off. Iran has not confirmed any commitments.

Despite the rising body count off the South American coast, researchers say cocaine is as easy to get in many parts of the United States as it was before the strikes began.

The prices of diesel and gasoline soared after the Iran war started, piling more hardship on people in Ruatahuna, one of New Zealand’s most remote villages.

Romania is a NATO country, and the security alliance condemned “Russia’s recklessness” for an episode that sharply escalated tensions with Moscow.

The strike on Friday, near the Ukrainian border, was the first to injure civilians in Romania, officials say. But drones from the nearby war have been a growing threat.

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.

Families say he should also be charged in Britain after he sold lethal substances to people across the world, including the UK.

Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.

The fire broke out at the Utumishi Girls Academy Senior School in Gilgil, killing 16 people and wounding 79 others.

Indigenous groups have warned against the use of kambo by non-specialist practitioners.

The attacks come as nearly 19.5 million Sudanese face severe hunger amid the country’s deepening humanitarian crisis.

Quad kicks back to life in Asia Pacific, looking to develop ports in Fiji, in a counter to China's rise.

From Baniyas to Aleppo, a 24-hour freight train journey reveals Syria’s shattered rail network and resilient workers.

Canadian manufacturer pivots to 'huge' market in India as the 2 countries try to strike trade deal  CBCIndia’s Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal Visits BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Toronto, ON, Canada  BAPS Swaminarayan SansthaIndian business leaders’ mission concludes in Toronto as Ottawa-New Delhi trade talks heat up  The Globe and MailCanada looks to an unlikely trade partner as CUSMA talks remain uncertain  CTV NewsIndia, Canada launch trade and investment forum to strengthen economic partnership  The Hindu

Ebola outbreak is ‘very complex,’ but ‘can be stopped’, WHO chief says  Global NewsWHO puts Ebola outbreak death rate at ‘huge’ 30-50% as chief arrives in DRC  The GuardianWHO chief lands in Congo, saying Ebola outbreak ‘can be stopped’  CTV NewsEbola-hit DR Congo faces 'catastrophic collision' of disease and conflict, WHO warns  BBCMessage by the WHO Director-General to the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo  World Health Organization (WHO)

'Controversial' North Korean invasion setting for next Call of Duty game  Yahoo News Canada'Controversial' Korea setting for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4  BBCCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 — Campaign, Multiplayer, and DMZ launches October 23  PlayStation.BlogCall of controversy? Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 imagines a revived Korean war  The Guardian'Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4' developer promises PC focus — Infinity Ward promises extensive optimization and is dropping older consoles  Tom's Hardware

At least seven of nine musical acts set to play in a concert series to mark 250th anniversary of US dropped out within 48 hours of the lineup being announcedSign up for the Breaking News US emailZohran Mamdani, New York City’s mayor, said he won’t be marching in this year’s Israel Day Parade, during a news conference Thursday.“I said on the campaign trail that I wouldn’t be attending, and I’ve made my views on the Israeli government clear,” Mamdani said, adding that ample security measures will be in place. He said:As the mayor of our city, I take seriously the responsibility to protect the safety and well-being of every New Yorker at every event, regardless of my attendance. Continue reading...

Inflation can be tolerated above 2% target for now ‘given context of softness in real economy’, governor saysBusiness live – latest updatesThe Bank of England is in no rush to raise interest rates while the outcome of the Iran war remains uncertain and the UK’s growth rate stays weak, the governor, Andrew Bailey, has said.In a signal that borrowing costs will remain at 3.75% at least during the summer, Bailey said it was tolerable for inflation to stay above the Bank’s 2% target during the current crisis. However, that would change if a more permanent increase in prices began to take effect, he said. Continue reading...

Magyar says the negotiations continued last night and early this morning, with total funds equivalent to about 13% of Hungary’s state budgetThe incident comes just days after the Czech president, Petr Pavel, has urged Nato to “show its teeth” in response to Russia’s repeated testing of the alliance’s resolve on its eastern flank, suggesting a range of options including switching off its internet, cutting off its banks from global financial systems and shooting down jets that violate allied airspace.Speaking to the Guardian in Prague last week, Pavel called for “decisive enough, potentially even asymmetric” responses to counter Moscow’s provocative behaviour against the alliance or risk the Kremlin intensifying its actions. Continue reading...

James Sherwin-Smith says field tilted against him after building society confirms it will give members ‘quick vote’ against his candidacyA Nationwide customer seeking election to the building society’s board has criticised the lender for “unfair” treatment and undermining democratic governance after it said it would tell members to vote against him.James Sherwin-Smith said Nationwide had tilted the field against him after it confirmed it would give members a default “quick vote” option that included a vote against his candidacy at the annual meeting in July. Continue reading...

Group was unharmed after dangling for almost four hours on ride that malfunctioned at Pleasure Pier in GalvestonEight students were rescued unharmed after dangling for hours at the top of a rollercoaster ride that became stuck in Texas.Pictures and news footage of the incident showed a rollercoaster car stalled at the peak of a huge almost vertical drop on the Iron Shark rollercoaster overlooking the Gulf of Mexico at the Pleasure Pier in Galveston. Continue reading...

Torsten Bell says Labour manifesto ‘did not set out the timeline’ for changes to living wage after scale of youth unemployment crisis revealed in Milburn reportMinisters are proposing new laws to crack down on damage to undersea cables amid “hostile activity by Russia”, the Press Association reports. PA says:Tougher penalties for ship owners and operators who recklessly damage underwater infrastructure will be set out in a white paper later this year, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology said.Acts of sabotage linked to a hostile state already carries life imprisonment for the most serious cases but undersea malicious activity sometimes operates in a “grey zone” which is difficult to prosecute, DSIT said.It’s astonishing that Reform have admitted they knew about Kenyon’s social media accounts. Nigel Farage needs to urgently explain to the public why, if his party was aware of his online history, he was happy to put forward a candidate who has made vile degrading comments about women, multiple homophobic posts and spread dangerous false narratives about the Manchester Arena bombing.I am rough around the edges. I have made mistakes in my life. I’m not perfect. Nobody is. Not a single person in the world is perfect. I think everybody does say things that eventually they regret.It was a crude attempt at a joke to probably about 50 followers.No offence was meant, and it’s not something I’d do now.I think I’ve addressed the issue. I think that no offence was meant and it wasn’t a direct comment to her. If you go into any building site in the area or any public barracks, I think you’d hear a hundred times worse said. Continue reading...

Two 24-hour stoppages by drivers to take place next week as part of action over proposals for four-day weekStrikes by drivers on London Underground next week will go ahead, the RMT union has announced, paving the way for more days of transport disruption.Two 24-hour stoppages are to take place, from 00.01 to 23.59 on Tuesday 2 June and Thursday 4 June, because of differences over a planned four-day week. Continue reading...

Ex-attorney general was subpoenaed in March but had refused to show after her removal from justice departmentUS politics live – latest updatesThe former attorney general Pam Bondi is testifying before the US House oversight and reform committee this morning to answer questions about the Department of Justice’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and its release of the Epstein files under her leadership.In Bondi’s prepared opening statement, which the Guardian has obtained, she defends the department’s record under her leadership, saying: “We demonstrated an unprecedented commitment to transparency in the department’s search for, collection and review of the Epstein files.” Continue reading...

Conservation groups warn slashing Darwin Initiative will put species and habitats in jeopardy, and set back efforts to halt decline in natureOne of the UK’s longest-standing funds for global nature protection is being drastically cut back, the Guardian has learned.At least 89 countries will lose eligibility for funding for biodiversity projects under the Darwin Initiative, in a round of cuts that conservationists warned would put species and habitats in jeopardy, and set back global efforts to halt the precipitous decline in nature. Continue reading...

Mark Rutte says Moscow’s ‘reckless behaviour is danger to us all’ after drone hits apartment building, while Russia denies involvementEurope live – latest updatesThe Nato secretary general, Mark Rutte, has said the alliance is “ready to defend every inch” of its territory after a Russian drone hit an apartment building in Romania, a member state, during an overnight attack on neighbouring Ukraine.The incident in Galați, which injured two people, prompted swift condemnation and the threat of repercussions, even as Russia denied the reports of the involvement of a Russian drone as “groundless”. Continue reading...

Decision comes as police announce policy U-turn to allow Pride parade to take place in BudapestEurope live – latest updatesThe EU is to release more than €16bn to Hungary that had been frozen under the rule of Viktor Orbán, with Ursula von der Leyen hailing the “winds of change” in the country since the election of Péter Magyar last month.The decision, described as a “historic breakthrough” by the new prime minister, comes as police in Hungary have said they will allow next month’s Pride parade in Budapest to take place. Last year they sought to block the event on the orders of the government of the rightwing Orbán. Continue reading...

A facility built by the U.S. military on a Kenyan air base was intended to isolate Americans exposed to Ebola during the growing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.