Trump backs defence secretary after reports of second Signal chat leak

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has indicated that the lessons from the energy crisis triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine remain unlearned as over 60 global leaders gather in London for a summit on energy security. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will host key figures, including Ursula von der Leyen and ministers from various countries, to discuss energy supply resilience amid ongoing international challenges. IEA head Fatih Birol emphasized the importance of diversifying energy...

Disney+ has released a new series that dramatizes the killing of Jean Charles de Menezes, a Brazilian man shot by police officers at Stockwell tube station in London on 22 July 2005 after being wrongly identified as a terrorist. His mother is urging everyone to watch the series, highlighting the tragic error made by the Metropolitan Police, which occurred two weeks after a failed bombing that followed the 7/7 attacks, resulting in the deaths of...

SummaryThe Great Southern Football League (GSFL) welcomes the 2025 season, expressing gratitude to life members, club presidents, staff, and volunteers for their efforts in preparation. The season kicks off on April 25 with an Anzac Day match between Railways and North Albany, and the GSFL will feature live game day streaming, thanks to John Douglas and sponsors like Rainbow Coast Insurance Brokers. Acknowledgments also go to directors Kathleen Mier and Geoff Brady for their support...

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what the 2024 US election means for Washington and the worldThis article is an on-site version of our Unhedged newsletter. Premium subscribers can sign up here to get the newsletter delivered every weekday. Standard subscribers can upgrade to Premium here, or explore all FT newslettersGood morning. Rob here, back from a week in beautiful Santa Fe, tanned, rested, ready and tired of looking at turquoise...

SINGAPORE: Several past and present Cabinet ministers, including Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, attended the funeral of Puan Noor Aishah, wife of Singapore’s first President Yusof Ishak, who passed away at 91. Mr. Wong praised her contributions to Singapore during its early years and her social advocacy. Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and former President Halimah Yacob also shared memories, highlighting her impact in transforming the Istana and her lasting legacy in Singaporean society. Full Article

Rise in Psilocybin Use Among AmericansPsilocybin use in the U.S. has increased since 2019, according to a report in the Annals of Internal Medicine, with changes in public perception and decriminalization driving this trend. The study found that 12% of adults reported ever using psilocybin in 2023, with significant rises among younger populations; however, overall use remains low. Calls to poison control centers have also surged, particularly among children, raising concerns about unregulated access to...