POLITICSWhite House says Trump will meet Xi in China in MayA long-awaited meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will take place in Beijing on May 14 and 15, the White House said.CNBC·2d ago
POLITICSTrump says he could send National Guard to airports 'for more help'President Donald Trump says he is considering sending the National Guard to airports where TSA officer absences have led to long lines.CNBC·2d ago
POLITICSBernie Sanders and AOC propose a ban on data center constructionSenator Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced companion legislation to halt construction on new data centers until Congress passes comprehensive AI regulation.TechCrunch·2d ago
POLITICSPhilippines declares ‘national energy emergency’ and boosts coal power as Iran war grinds on<p>President’s declaration allows officials to tackle fuel hoarding or profiteering, while energy secretary says country will lean more heavily on coal</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/25/middle-east-crisis-live-iran-war-oil-prices-more-us-troops-reportedly-deplThe Guardian·2d ago
POLITICSMore young people want to vote in New Zealand’s Māori electorates. What are they and how do they work?<p>Growing numbers of young voters are signing up to the Māori electoral roll as debate flares over the need for dedicated seats ahead of November’s election</p><p>More young people have signed up to vote in Māori electorates, new figures from the electoral commission show, as New Zealand prepares fThe Guardian·2d ago
POLITICSJailed Bolsonaro granted ‘humanitarian house arrest’ amid failing health<p>Former Brazil president, serving 27 years over attempted coup, given initial 90-day period that could be extended</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/feb/17/sign-up-for-the-breaking-news-us-email-to-get-newsletter-alerts-direct-to-your-inbox?utm_medium=ACQUISITIONS_STANDFThe Guardian·3d ago
POLITICSMadagascar’s military ruler decrees that ministers must pass lie detector tests<p>Michael Randrianirina, who sacked PM and cabinet without explanation, claims measure is to root out corruption</p><p>Madagascar’s military president has said new ministers will have to pass lie detector tests to root out corrupt candidates, after he dismissed the prime minister and cabinet withouThe Guardian·1w ago
POLITICSSources: NFL to vote on Raiders succession planNFL owners are scheduled to vote on a Raiders succession plan that gives Silver Lake co-chief executive officer Egon Durban the option to purchase a majority stake in the team from longtime owner Mark Davis, sources told ESPN.ESPN·1w ago
POLITICSU.S. Mint can begin to produce Trump commemorative gold coinThe vote by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members are supporters of the Republican president, clears the way for the U.S. Mint to begin production on the coin, whose size and denomination are still under discussion.NPR·1w ago
POLITICSFamily of teen who died in meningitis outbreak says loss is 'immeasurable'Juliette Kenny's father is urging the government to improve access to the MenB vaccine for young people at risk.BBC News·1w ago
POLITICSFIFA’s Gianni Infantino seemingly changes course on peace effortsFIFA President Gianni Infantino said his organisation “can certainly not solve geopolitical conflicts.”Al Jazeera·1w ago
POLITICSGas giants warn against windfall gains tax as Pocock says ‘wartime profits’ should go to struggling Australians<p>Government faces political fight as industry says mooted 25% levy on exports would hurt Australia’s economy and energy security</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href=The Guardian·1w ago