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The US Department of Homeland Security has seen several high-profile departures, including Todd Lyons and Kristi Noem. Published On 14 May 202614 May 2026 Mike Banks has resigned as the head of the United States Border Patrol, in the latest turnover to hit President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement operations. On Thursday, Banks broke the announcement…

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The UN warns disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could drive up food and fertiliser costs, and worsen global hunger. The next global food crisis is unfolding in a narrow stretch of water. The United Nations warns that if fertilisers cannot pass through the Strait of Hormuz within just a few weeks, the world could…

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The New York Police Department bulldozed more than 200 scooters, mopeds, and motorbikes in Staten Island on Tuesday as part of the city’s crackdown on illegal and unregistered bikes. The NYPD said at least 5,700 ‘dangerous illegal vehicles’ had been seized so far since the start of 2026, a 10% increase compared to the same…

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A third round of direct talks between Israel and Lebanon has kicked off in Washington, DC, days before the expiration of a “ceasefire” that hardly halted Israeli attacks and Hezbollah’s response to them. The talks, which began on Thursday, represent a step towards more serious negotiations, with higher-level envoys from Lebanon and Israel taking part…

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Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup as national team coach Didier Deschamps announces his 26-man squad. Published On 14 May 202614 May 2026 France coach Didier Deschamps has assembled a World Cup squad with formidable attacking talent led by Kylian Mbappe, while rewarding goalkeeper Robin Risser following his breakthrough season with a…

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As Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, Hezbollah opposes ceasefire talks in Washington. As Israeli attacks in Lebanon continue despite a ceasefire, the United States is hosting the third round of talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials. Hezbollah opposes the meeting in Washington. Can the process help find a way forward for Lebanon after decades of…

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Published On 14 May 202614 May 2026 Israeli ultranationalists marching through Jerusalem’s Old City chanted “Death to Arabs” and “May your villages burn” during the annual Jerusalem Day parade, as many Palestinian residents stayed indoors and shuttered their shops. Tens of thousands of Israelis – many of them teenagers and young adults – take part…

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The administration of United States President Donald Trump has pledged an extra $1.8bn in humanitarian funding to the United Nations. But the amount announced on Thursday remains far short of past US commitments to humanitarian aid, which totalled as high as $17bn in fiscal year 2022. Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list Still,…

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PM sworn in and 14 ​ministers approved ⁠in new government though parliament fails to reach consensus on several posts. Published On 14 May 202614 May 2026 Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has been ⁠sworn in with only a partial cabinet ⁠after lawmakers failed to reach a consensus on key postings, including interior and defence.…

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