Trump proposes vast federal spending cuts in budget blueprint

US President Donald Trump has proposed eliminating a number of climate, education and health programs as part of a plan to slash 163 billion dollars in federal spending.

The budget blueprint for twenty-twenty-six would reduce spending to the lowest level in the modern era, although it's unclear how much of it will be enacted by US lawmakers.

Ira Spitzer reports.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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China "evaluating" US offer for tariff talks

China says it is "evaluating" a US offer for trade talks to reduce tariffs.

US President Donald Trump had previously said talks were already
underway - something Beijing denied.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Damascus strike is a warning to Syrian leader not to harm the Druze says Israel

Israel's air force carried out an airstrike on the Syrian capital Damascus overnight, saying it was part of a warning to the new government not to attack the country's Druze community - a minority sect that is an offshoot of Islam with followers in Syria, Lebanon and Israel.

From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more. 

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Islamabad strengthens security measures in Pakistan administered Kashmir

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Islamabad has hiked security measures in Pakistan administered Kashmir.

Pakistan claims New Delhi is planning a cross border military operation in the coming days. India has neither confirmed nor denied this claim.

This follows accusations from New Delhi blaming Islamabad for a terror attack in Indian-administered Kashmir last week that killed 26 people - a charge which Islamabad denies.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. 

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REFORM MAKES EARLY GAINS IN ENGLAND LOCAL ELECTIONS

Nigel Farage's Reform UK Party have made early gains in local elections in England.

Reform have been leading some national polls in recent months ahead of the governing Labour Party and opposition Conservatives.

The council, mayoral, and by-election results will continue to come in over the next 24 hours.

But Director of UK Politics for pollster Ipsos Keiran Pedley, says even some of the Mayoral contests which Reform has lost to Labour suggest it's making progress with the electorate.

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US VP JD Vance asks India to measure its response to Pahalgam attack; Islamabad to cooperate

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US Vice President JD Vance says India should respond to the Pahalgam attack in a way that does not lead to a regional conflict. 

Tensions have been rising between nuclear neighbours as Delhi blames Islamabad for backing the armed gunmen who killed 26 people in Indian administered Kashmir last week.

Ishan Garg tells us more. 

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China says evaluating US offer of tariff talks but wants 'sincerity'

INTRO: Beijing said on Friday that it is evaluating a US offer for negotiations on tariffs but wanted Washington to show "sincerity" and be ready to scrap levies that have roiled global markets and supply chains.

US tariffs have reached 145 percent on many Chinese products while Beijing has responded with 125 percent duties on imports from the United States. Laura Westbrook reports.

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Trump moves US National Security Adviser Waltz to UN

US president Donald Trump has announced he's moving his National
Security Adviser Mike Waltz to New York to become the UN ambassador.

It follows the embarrassing incident where Waltz added a journalist to
a group chat detailing classified information about airstrikes on
Yemen.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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​Trump-appointed judge bars the White House from using war-time law to deport Venezuelans

A Trump- appointed judge has barred the White House from using the centuries-old Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans it claims are members of the violent gang … Tren de Aragua. At least 137 people have been deported using the Act - sent to a notorious prison in El Salvador.

Toni Waterman has more from Texas.

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Kamala Harris criticises Trump in first major address since leaving Washington

In her first major public address since leaving Washington, Kamala Harris has sharply criticised President Donald Trump.

It comes amid speculation about whether the former vice president will mount another presidential campaign or choose to run for California governor.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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WEEKLY JOBLESS CLAIMS RISE IN US - RAISING FURTHER CONCERNS ABOUT THE ECONOMY

A new sign of potential trouble ahead for the US economy, with an unexpected increase in weekly unemployment claims.

It follows Wednesday's report that the American economy shrank during the first quarter of 2025, and news earlier in the week that consumer sentiment continues to fall.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Senate votes against bill to block Trump tariffs

The US Senate has narrowly voted against a bill that would have
blocked president Donald Trump's tariffs.

An increasing number of lawmakers - including from within the
president's own party - have signalled unease at the global economic
turmoil created by the trade war.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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ENGLISH FOOTBALL SAYS TRANSGENDER WOMEN CANNOT PLAY IN WOMEN'S LEAGUE

England's Football Association has banned transgender women from playing in women's football leagues ahead of the start of next season.

It comes after the UK Supreme Court ruled last month that a woman is defined by her biological sex.

Stuart Smith has more.

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EU preparing plan B should U.S. halt Ukraine support

The European Union is making contingency plans should the United
States scrap efforts to negotiate a peace plan in Ukraine.

Washington has threatened to do so but the Trump administration says
that the signing of a minerals deal with Ukraine is proof that the
U.S. is committed to a peace process.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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More than 200 demonstrations in France for annual May Day marches

More than 200 demonstrations are taking place in France on Thursday for the annual May Day marches.

Police say some 150,000 people are expected nationwide at the traditional gatherings, which come amid a climate of political uncertainty in France.

Ross Cullen reports.

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AI TOOL APPROVED FOR SPOTTING SKIN CANCER IN UK

A new AI tool which can spot skin cancer has been approved for use by the UK's National Health Service.

It works by analysing images of moles or skin lesions to see if they are potentially cancerous.

Susanna Daniels is chief executive of Melanoma Focus and is welcoming the news.

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US and Ukraine sign long-awaited minerals deal


The US and Ukraine have signed a long-awaited minerals deal giving Washington access to Kyiv's rare earth minerals.

Under the US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund Kyiv will retain full control over its natural resources.

The US Treasury Secretary says the two countries will collaborate to ensure that "mutual assets, talents, and capabilities" can accelerate Kyiv's recovery.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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US reaching out to China for tariff talks: Beijing state media

INTRO: United States officials have reached out to their Chinese counterparts for talks on tariffs, claiming that the Trump administration is facing "multiple pressures", a Beijing-backed outlet said on Thursday.

US tariffs have reached 145 percent on many Chinese products while Beijing has responded with 125 percent duties on imports from the United States. Laura Westbrook reports.

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US urges de-escalation as Rubio dials India, Pakistan leaders

India says it has told the United States terror groups and 'their backers' must be held accountable, a week after 26 people were killed in a terror attack in India-administered Kashmir.

America's top diplomat Marco Rubio spoke to Indian Foreign Minister Dr S Jaishankar and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Neha Poonia has more.

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The US is calling on Pakistan and India to reduce escalating tensions amid growing concerns of conflict

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken to Islamabad urging it to cooperate with New Delhi in the investigation of a terror attack in Indian-administered Kashmir.

The US is urging both sides to de-escalate soaring tension.

This call comes as Islamabad has warned India is planning a cross-border strike.

Hira Mustafa reports.

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