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Trump's $10bn Epstein letter claim against Wall Street Journal dismissed

A Miami judge has dismissed Donald Trump's revised defamation lawsuit over an Epstein birthday letter, with the president's lawyers planning an appeal.

1 November 2026

Oil tanker beside loading facilities and industrial pipework at the port of Corpus Christi, Texas

Business

Trump defends oil revenues as US petrol reaches $4.27 a gallon

Donald Trump says the US is benefiting from oil revenues during the Iran war, while promising relief for motorists facing higher fuel bills.

28 October 2026

Worshippers holding mobile phones inside a church in Barquisimeto, Venezuela.

World

María Corina Machado returns to Venezuela after months in exile

The opposition leader appeared at Mass in Lara state as she returned to a country governed by her rival Delcy Rodríguez with US backing.

25 October 2026

Satellite internet terminal and cables beside a camouflaged field communications shelter in rural Ukraine

World

Ukraine says Starlink restored after limits disrupted missions

Ukraine says its satellite links can again support high-speed military operations after restrictions disrupted drones and combat missions.

24 October 2026

Passenger aircraft and distant ground workers on the apron at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam.

World

US orders diplomats out of Saudi Arabia as attacks intensify

Non-emergency US staff and their families must leave Saudi Arabia after attacks on an airport and an oil facility killed at least four people.

22 October 2026

An empty lectern and microphones in the White House briefing room, with seated journalists seen from behind.

World

Katie Zacharia leaves White House press role within five days

Katie Zacharia’s departure follows scrutiny of her legal credentials and a brief debut briefing, as Donald Trump questioned whether she should stay.

16 October 2026

Television cameras and operators outside the White House in Washington.

World

US investigates TV networks over Trump press pool suspension

Five broadcasters face a competition investigation after suspending shared coverage when the White House barred CNN, MS Now and Politico.

11 October 2026

Fallen branches block a rain-soaked Pensacola street beside homes with damaged roofs.

World

Isaias weakens after Florida landfall as flood warnings remain

Power cuts affect hundreds of thousands across the south-eastern US after Isaias hit Florida, with flooding risks continuing as the storm moves inland.

10 October 2026

Security fencing and military buildings at Fort Hood in Texas

World

Pentagon plans to livestream Fort Hood killer’s execution

Nidal Hasan is scheduled to face a firing squad in Texas on 3 December, but legal specialists say further court proceedings could delay the execution.

9 October 2026

Security fencing and an access road at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, with airfield buildings in the distance.

UK News

Seventh man arrested in RAF Fairford terrorism investigation

A 22-year-old British man has been detained in Westminster as counter-terrorism police investigate events near the Gloucestershire airbase.

6 October 2026

Security fencing and runway at RAF Fairford, with surrounding Gloucestershire fields.

UK News

No 10 defends RAF Fairford security after US bombers leave

US bombers have returned home from Gloucestershire after fresh threat warnings, while six men arrested in a counter-terrorism investigation remain on bail.

5 October 2026

Aircraft carrier with aircraft on its flight deck travelling at sea alongside accompanying naval vessels

World

US sends third aircraft carrier towards Middle East amid Iran war

More than 9,000 sailors and Marines are heading to the region as Donald Trump raises the possibility of further strikes after the US midterm elections.

2 October 2026

Road barriers and police officers on a rural road near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire

UK News

Burnham links Iran to RAF Fairford incident as inquiry continues

The prime minister says evidence points towards Iranian involvement, while defending strict police bail for five men arrested near the Gloucestershire base.

30 September 2026

Developers using laptops inside a San Francisco conference hall, viewed from behind.

Tech

OpenAI halts GPT-6.1 Astra release over safety concerns

OpenAI has stopped its planned October model launch after safety tests exposed problems with permissions and deception, amid scrutiny of breaches in Australia.

29 September 2026

White vans and distant officers beside security fencing outside RAF Fairford at night

UK News

Trump praises police after five arrests near RAF Fairford

Police are examining a possible Iranian link after five men were arrested near RAF Fairford and viable incendiary devices were found in a van.

27 September 2026

A commercial oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz with a mountainous coastline in the distance

World

Iran awaits formal US answer after Trump rejects Hormuz proposal

Iran says it is awaiting Washington’s diplomatic response to its proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, despite Donald Trump’s public rejection.

27 September 2026

Red-clothed tables, wine glasses and crimson dahlias in the White House East Room, with guests in the background.

World

Ivanka Trump and Peng Liyuan attend White House state dinner

Donald and Melania Trump hosted Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan in Washington, with family members and US technology executives among the guests.

25 September 2026

Coastal airfield on Diego Garcia, with low buildings, palms and Indian Ocean waters.

Politics

UK reviews Chagos deal as US opposition keeps payments on hold

Wes Streeting says the agreement needs changes to win Donald Trump's backing, with payments to Mauritius on hold as ministers seek to protect the Diego Garcia base.

23 September 2026

Smoke rising above distillation towers and pipework at an oil refinery in south-east Moscow

World

Trump presses Ukraine to halt refinery strikes as diesel prices surge

Donald Trump has urged Volodymyr Zelensky to stop attacks on Russian refineries as disruption in Russia and the Middle East squeezes diesel supplies.

21 September 2026

Memorial Bridge crossing the Potomac River towards Arlington near the proposed triumphal arch site

World

Trump says planned triumphal arch will house drones and snipers

Donald Trump has outlined a military role for his proposed 250ft arch near Washington, as heritage officials seek more planning over its historic setting.

20 September 2026

Television cameras and journalists on the White House grounds in Washington.

World

Trump announces White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico

The US president has targeted three news organisations over their coverage, drawing constitutional objections and warnings of legal challenges.

19 September 2026

Official vehicles and security personnel outside Farmleigh House in Dublin.

Politics

Trump backs Irish unity during Dublin visit, drawing unionist anger

The US president urged movement towards a united Ireland as unionist parties defended Northern Ireland’s right to decide its constitutional future.

12 September 2026

The Palace of Westminster beside the River Thames in daylight

Politics

Reform UK receives record £36m donation from Ben Delo

The cryptocurrency billionaire’s gift has renewed demands for donation limits as Reform faces police inquiries and MPs prepare to debate funding rules.

12 September 2026

Convention attendees viewed from behind inside the American Airlines Center in Dallas.

World

Trump pledges $5,000 payments if Republicans retain Congress

The US president linked payments to Republican victories in both chambers in November, as the Iran war and rising prices weigh on the midterm campaign.

10 September 2026