Ruthless Ireland reinforce dominance over Scotland

The Justice Department fired Desiree Leigh Grace as U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey shortly after federal judges appointed her over President Trump's nominee, Alina Habba, whose term as acting U.S. attorney expired. Attorney General Pam Bondi criticized the judges' decision, emphasizing the DOJ's stance against perceived judicial overreach that undermines presidential authority. Want More Context? 🔎

A tragic coach crash near Minehead, Somerset, claimed the life of 10-year-old Oliver Price, a student at Minehead Middle School, and injured 21 others, including children and staff returning from a school trip. The coach overturned after leaving the A396 road, with Oliver sustaining fatal head injuries; an inquest is set to explore the circumstances surrounding the incident. Want More Context? 🔎

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi emphasized the urgent need for Gaza's reconstruction following a ceasefire with Hamas during a call with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He reaffirmed Egypt's stance against Palestinian displacement, advocated for an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and discussed regional stability and bilateral cooperation in various sectors. Want More Context? 🔎

India-UK Trade Deal (AI image) The India-UK free trade agreement (FTA), signed during PM Modi's visit to the UK, aims to double bilateral trade to $120 billion by 2030, reducing tariffs on Indian exports and British goods like whisky and automobiles. The deal includes provisions for duty-free access for 99% of Indian exports and facilitates the movement of professionals between both nations. Want More Context? 🔎

An intoxicated passenger, Swalyn Malaice Jackson Barton-Cookes, 23, disrupted a flight from Perth to Auckland on October 23, 2024, by swearing aggressively and attempting to headbutt a flight attendant, leading to the plane being diverted. He was ordered to pay $10,000 in compensation and received a six-month jail term but was released immediately due to time served in custody. Want More Context? 🔎

The U.S. Congress has removed $400 million from a list of programs targeted for cuts by the Trump administration; however, this decision does not restore funding for global HIV and TB programs that were reduced in February. Consequently, HIV projects in South Africa that previously received U.S. support will remain closed and will not be restarted. Want More Context? 🔎