NZ fires envoy to UK who questioned Trump’s grasp of history
Phil Goff asked if Trump “understands history” as he contrasted him with Sir Winston Churchill....
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Emergency powers being abused to dig up roads, MPs told
The body representing bus companies says a surge in street works makes route planning increasingly difficult....
About 20 countries could join Ukraine coalition, UK says
The countries, largely from Europe and the Commonwealth, would not all send troops but are offering support....
Nigerian senator suspended after making sexual harassment claims
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan had accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment....
Warning people in UK could have less money due to US tariffs
Trump tariffs could affect UK economic growth, hitting UK consumers in the pocket, Bank experts warn...
Reform would scrap ‘net stupid zero’ policies – Tice
The deputy leader of Reform UK said eco-policies are destroying jobs in the oil and gas sector in Scotland....
Councils fear shake-up won’t improve finances, survey says
There is low support for local government reorganisation among council leaders, a survey suggests....
Carmakers win break from Trump’s tariffs on Canada and Mexico
Trump says he will exempt cars from the new import taxes, while continuing his criticism of Canada....
General’s arrest violates South Sudan peace deal, opposition says
Two close allies of the vice-president, a bitter rival of the president, are arrested....
Work coaches to focus on long-term unemployed
Ministers hope the plans will help reduce the rapidly rising cost of health and disability benefits....