Reform UK row: Leaked messages reveal Farage fury with Lowe

Keir Starmer expressed that the UK felt pressure to intervene following Donald Trump's contentious exchange with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, leading to the reinstatement of US aid and intel sharing with Ukraine. Starmer emphasized the importance of the UK serving as a mediator between the US and Europe, despite concerns over Trump's actions and relationship with Moscow. Starmer also highlighted his disagreement with Trump's trust in Putin and emphasized the need for Ukraine to maintain its defense...

Fred Couples shot a second round 64 at the PGA Tour Champions' 2025 Hoag Classic, tying for first place with Miguel Angel Jimenez. Despite his strong performance, Couples expressed frustration with a shot on the 18th hole, cursing on a hot mic. The 65-year-old ended the round with eight birdies and one bogey, leaving him at 11-under for the tournament and looking forward to a competitive final round with Jimenez and others. Full Article

Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to cut 10,000 civil service jobs and save £2bn in Whitehall as part of a 15% slash in departmental budgets by 2029–30, redirecting funds to frontline services. Unions have criticized the move, warning of negative impacts on public services and chaos, with Fran Heathcote of the PCSU cautioning against arbitrary cuts and Mike Clancy of Prospect urging a realistic assessment of the consequences of the reductions. Full Article

In Srinagar, an encounter began in Hiranagar area of Kathua in Jammu as armed forces engaged with a group of infiltrators during a search operation near the International Border in Sanyal village. Officials initiated the operation based on local reports of suspicious individuals in the area, with an estimated 4 to 5 infiltrators believed to be present. Full Article

Severe trauma can leave "scars" on DNA that can be passed down through generations, increasing the likelihood of mental health issues. A study of 48 Syrian families across three generations confirmed the intergenerational trauma phenomenon, showing altered epigenetic markings in DNA from those who experienced violence. The research highlights the long-lasting impact of traumatic experiences on DNA and the potential implications for future generations. Full Article

Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske warned comedian Kunal Kamra of dire consequences for criticizing Eknath Shinde, threatening to chase him throughout the country. Mhaske accused Kamra of accepting money from Uddhav Thackeray and targeted him for attacking Shinde. Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel vowed to show Kamra his level and file an FIR against him, while Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray condemned the attack on Kamra's studio as cowardly and criticized Shinde's gang for...