Politics
Andy Burnham to grant mayors new powers over local planning
Andy Burnham is expected to announce plans next week that would grant mayors greater control over local planning decisions, including…
UK to restrict serious offenders’ movements after prison release
Serious violent and sexual offenders in the UK may soon be confined to specific areas after their release from prison…
Mayors to Gain Power to Overrule Local Councils on Housing
Mayors in England will be given new powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions, according to a government announcement…
Canada to impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. starting Sept. 8
Canada will impose retaliatory tariffs on the United States beginning September 8, responding to new tariffs announced by the Trump…
Certain Baby Names Unique to Just One State: Data
If you thought your baby’s name was one-of-a-kind, new data suggests you might be right—at least within your state. Certain…
California Faces Pushback Over Maternity Care Policies
California’s maternity care policies are under scrutiny as critics claim they fail to align with constitutional mandates for individualized treatment.…
Jonathan Haidt’s Fight Over Kids and Social Media Becomes Political Movement
Psychologist Jonathan Haidt has transformed the debate over children and social media into a political movement, according to a report…
Midterm elections marked by scandals in both parties
The 2026 midterm elections are unfolding against a backdrop of political scandals affecting both major parties, with neither side demonstrating…
Democrats struggle with ICE stance amid midterm tensions
Democrats are grappling with a messaging challenge on immigration enforcement as they attempt to reconcile progressive demands to abolish ICE…
Chloe Moffat’s parents consider wrongful death suit against Treasury
Chloe Moffat’s parents are considering legal action against the Treasury after a coroner ruled that its disciplinary process ‘materially contributed’…