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A new poll suggests that Rachel Reeves' spring statement has received low popularity ratings, with just one in five people viewing it positively and 49% viewing it negatively. The chancellor's net popularity rating of -28 is the lowest since Liz Truss's mini-Budget, which had a rating of -37. Additionally, a poll by Ipsos found that only one in five people believe Reeves is doing a good job, with her approval rating dropping to -32, nearing...

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Metrea Management for the Wet Leasing of a Flight Refuelling Aircraft (FRA) to provide air-to-air refuelling training to pilots of IAF and Indian Navy, with the KC135 Aircraft to be provided within six months. Additionally, two contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) were signed for the supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), enhancing the combat capability of the Armed Forces with an overall indigenous...

Bret Baier's interview with Elon Musk and DOGE leadership highlighted the agency's mission to reduce government spending and improve efficiency, showcasing a thoughtful and impressive group. Musk aims to cut federal spending by $1 trillion, emphasizing the need for change in DC's culture and outdated technology systems. Despite criticism, DOGE is making strides in combating fraud and modernizing government operations, with a focus on transparency and accountability. Full Article

Brazil has sacked manager Dorival Junior following a 4-1 defeat to Argentina in World Cup qualifying, despite being in fourth place in the South American group. The 62-year-old had been in charge since January 2024, winning seven, drawing six, and losing three of his 16 games. Brazilian media suggest that Al-Hilal coach Jorge Jesus is the favorite to replace him, after the CBF failed to appoint Carlo Ancelotti before hiring Dorival. Full Article

Your support helps The Independent cover developing stories on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing in-depth investigations and documentaries like 'The A Word'. Donations enable journalists to report on both sides of the story, offering quality journalism accessible to all Americans without paywalls. Market indices fell as investors feared inflation and trade uncertainties under the Trump administration, with higher-than-expected inflation data and looming tariffs on imported autos causing major stock drops and impacting...

Elon Musk announced that his startup xAI has merged with X in an all-stock transaction, valuing xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion. Musk stated that the merger will combine their data, models, compute, distribution, and talent to unlock immense potential by blending xAI's advanced AI capability with X's massive reach. The merger comes after Musk's acquisition of Twitter and launch of xAI with a goal to understand the universe, competing directly with...