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U.K. Conservatives suffer historic losses in local elections as Labour edges closer to power
The results cement expectations that the Labour Party will return to power after 14 years in a forthcoming general election.

Mick Jagger takes verbal jab at Louisiana governor
Landry clapped back at the 80-year-old Jagger on social media.

Yellen: Threats to democracy risk U.S. economic growth
Yellen never mentions Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump by name but hints at his potential influence if he regains the White House.

Nippon Steel delays closing of acquisition of U.S. Steel
The Department of Justice requested more documentation related to the deal





Potawatomi Sportsbook opens as casino continues growing amenities
The long-awaited Sportsbook is open to the public.

As Trump and Biden visit battleground Michigan, voters weigh their options
Spectrum News visited Detroit, Dearborn, Saginaw, and Freeland to take the pulse of voters.

Troops fired on Kent State students in 1970. Survivors see echoes in today's campus protest movement
Kent State has leaned into debates about the war in Gaza.

Stay alert to a little rain and thunder as we hit the weekend
A weak cold front is set to move across the state Saturday.





On World Press Freedom Day, major newspapers urge U.S. to bring home detained journalists
The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Washington Post ran a joint letter Friday.

With deadline approaching, what's next for FAA reauthorization?
Congress is working to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, ahead of the May 10th deadline

Boeing Starliner will launch first manned crew into space
The launch is scheduled for May 6 with two NASA astronauts.

Jewish students grapple with how to respond to pro-Palestinian campus protests
Like many Americans, Jewish students’ views on the war in Gaza and the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict are wide-ranging and often nuanced.





Pro-Palestinian protesters march across UNC following earlier clash with police
UNC leaders met this week after pro-Palestinian protests on campus hit a breaking point on Tuesday and the encampment was removed.

Trying to limit voter defections, Trump and Biden allies intensify attacks on RFK Jr.
It’s not clear which major candidate Kennedy might hurt more in the general election.

Live updates: UW-Madison chancellor discussing protester demands, things quiet UWM
Chancellor asks for tents to come down by finals.

NYU, New School call in NYPD to clear out pro-Palestinian protest encampments
The NYPD said 13 people were arrested at NYU and 43 were arrested at The New School.





Live Updates: Hope Hicks takes the stand in Trump's hush money trial
Donald Trump is the first president to stand trial on criminal charges.

An AI-powered fighter jet took the Air Force's leader for a historic ride. What that means for war
AI marks one of the biggest advances in military aviation since the introduction of stealth in the early 1990s.

Marquette finalizes commencement plans after Bucks playoffs loss
MATC has yet to announce its commencement date.

Search for Sade Robinson's remains continues
On Monday, MCSO said at its request, Bruce’s Legacy conducted a maritime search at Warnimont Park.

World News

Labour hails big wins in England as Sunak holds on to Tees Valley victory
Victory in Tees Valley marked a bright spot in a grim night for the Tories, with Labour picking up councils and mayors.

Local election results in maps and charts
Analysis of the first wave of results in the local elections 2024.

Sunak says results 'disappointing' but voters will 'stick with us' at general election
Labour wins by-election and string of councils from the Tories, who retain the Tees Valley mayoralty.

When is the next general election?
The next UK general election has to be held by 28 January 2025, but could take place earlier.





Chris Mason analysis: Bleak picture for Sunak as Tories take election hit
Labour has discovered a knack of winning in the local elections where they need to win in a general election.

Hainault sword attack victim thanks NHS for saving his life
Henry De Los Rios Polania sustained a deep wound to his hand during the attack on Tuesday.

Post Office lawyer accused of 'big fat lie'
Former senior Post Office solicitor Jarnail Singh denies knowing about Horizon bugs in 2010.

Palestinian doctor dies in Israeli prison
Israeli authorities said they were investigating the death of orthopaedic surgeon Dr Adnan Al-Bursh.





Kevin Spacey denies illegal behaviour after fresh claims
The actor says he may at times have behaved inappropriately but denies that his behaviour was ever illegal.

Squirrels may have given medieval Britons leprosy
It’s the first time a medieval animal has been identified as a host for the disease.

Three arrested over Sikh activist's killing in Canada
Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead last June, sparking a diplomatic row between India and Canada.

Ex-aide gets emotional during Trump hush-money trial
Former White House aide Hope Hicks testified she was "a little stunned" to hear the 2005 tape.





Kyiv can use British weapons inside Russia - Cameron
UK Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron says it is up to Ukraine to decide how to use British arms.

Around-the-world cruise staff member missing at sea
The ship is reversed to retrace its route after a crew member fails to turn up for work.

Electric car driver turned away from hospital car park
Experts say it does not make sense as research suggests petrol cars are much more likely to catch fire.

Joanna Lumley to announce UK Eurovision scores
The actress will reveal the UK's scores during the competition's grand final in Sweden next week.





A record number of sea lions gather in San Francisco
More than one thousand of the animals visited a city pier - the region's biggest spike in 15 years.

Bank holiday weather: Will it be warm or wet?
It's been warming up this week but could rain spoil your plans for the long weekend?

What can we expect from the final Gavin and Stacey?
The Christmas special in 2019 left 17.1 million viewers on tenterhooks with a cliffhanger ending.

Post Office’s expert gave false evidence to court
Expert suggested bug fix which would alter data without branch knowing, but told court that was impossible.





Rhod Gilbert high on life after cancer treatment
The comedian says treatment for head and neck cancer has changed the way he lives.

A boat tragedy that rocked a community
Nine men died when the boat Quiet Waters sank in 1954, leaving their families devastated.

Behind The Idea of You's fictional boy band
The film's pop group sound similar to One Direction, but the songwriter says that wasn't deliberate.

Weekly quiz: Where did Emma Stone get her name?
Test how closely you have been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.





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RAAC concrete house was meant to be our forever home
Many of Scotland's former council houses contain RAAC concrete but their owners are struggling to get help.

Remains of man thought to be hostage found in Israel
Elyakim Libman was a security guard at the Nova music festival when Hamas attacked on 7 October.

Turkey halts trade with Israel over Gaza 'tragedy'
Officials say the measures will be in place until Israel allows an "uninterrupted and sufficient flow" of aid.





Two further arrests after burglary shooting death
Derbyshire Police confirmed two further arrests were made in relation to the death of Marcus Smith.

Baker was 'brilliant guy and fantastic cricketer', says ex-coach
Worcestershire have lost "a brilliant guy and a fantastic cricketer" with the passing of Josh Baker, says his former coach Shaftab Khalid.

Government defeated in High Court over climate plans
Activists argued that the plan for cutting emissions would not meet the UK's climate targets.

Gavin and Stacey to return for final episode on Christmas Day
James Corden has revealed that he has written the final Gavin and Stacey episode with Ruth Jones.