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English councils warn of ‘catastrophic’ Send debts forecast to hit £10bn by 2028

English councils say special educational needs debts could reach £10bn by 2028 as EHCP applications surge and parents rush to secure support before reforms.

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The Memo: Trump critics allege abuse of power as Ilhan Omar’s home is raided

Federal agents raided the Washington area home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, prompting Democrats to accuse President Trump of abusing power. Conservatives welcomed the move, but the story gives no details of the warrant or any charges.

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Crew searching for Amelia Earhart arrives at crab-infested island

A research team has reached Nikumaroro Island to inspect possible wreckage linked to Amelia Earhart’s 1937 disappearance. They will work around giant coconut crabs and extreme weather while searching for the so-called Taraia Object.

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Zelensky unleashes on Trump over Russia diesel deal

Volodymyr Zelensky has pushed back against Donald Trump over a reported diesel deal with Russia, as allies around Kyiv criticise the move and worries grow over US weapons support.

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Trump calls Omar 'totally crooked' in first remarks on raid

Donald Trump said he believes Representative Ilhan Omar is “totally crooked” after federal agents searched her home as part of criminal investigations. He made the remarks before leaving the White House for Ohio.

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Oil prices spike after Houthi attacks on Saudi airports

Oil prices rose on Monday after Iran-backed Houthi attacks on two airports in Saudi Arabia over the weekend. Brent crude closed at nearly $106 a barrel, up about $1.20 from Friday.

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Cooper leads Whatley by at least 7 points in new NC Senate polls

New North Carolina polling puts Democrat Roy Cooper ahead of Republican Michael Whatley by at least seven points, with the race still weeks from the November midterm elections.

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Trump claims there's an energy ceasefire

Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed an energy ceasefire, though no details were given. He also said Russia would supply diesel to the global market.

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Mamdani: citizenship ‘should not be weaponized’ against Omar

Zohran Mamdani criticised the federal search of Ilhan Omar's Washington home, saying her citizenship should not be used against her.

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Trump repeatedly attacks Minnesota, Omar during Ohio campaign stop

Donald Trump used an Ohio campaign stop to criticise Minnesota and Rep. Ilhan Omar, after federal agents searched Omar’s home on Monday as part of a criminal investigation.

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Trump administration scandals suck up oxygen as Dems seek midterm advantage

Scandals around Donald Trump’s circle are dominating attention before the midterms, as Democrats try to use them against Republican rivals. The report points to fresh pressure on Trump allies, including ambassador-designate Kimberly Guilfoyle.

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Montana Democratic Party chair resigns, endorses independent in Senate race

Montana Democratic Party chair Shannon O'Brien has resigned and backed independent Senate candidate Seth Bodnar ahead of the November midterm elections. She said the party is deeply divided, according to an op-ed.

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Trump says he's 'looking at' firing Guilfoyle

Donald Trump said he is considering dismissing Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of misconduct allegations. He said the White House is “looking at it” and is “not happy”.

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Sanders calls for artificial superintelligence ban after OpenAI CEO interview

Bernie Sanders has called for a permanent ban on artificial superintelligence after remarks by OpenAI chief Sam Altman about the risks of open-source AI models and cybersecurity.

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Spicer says he's ‘absolutely’ concerned about Kansas Senate race

Sean Spicer said he is concerned Republicans could lose the Kansas Senate race, which election handicappers say may swing to Democrats.

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Synthetically concentrated kratom derivatives draw federal attention

Federal authorities are paying closer attention to highly concentrated kratom products, as lawmakers warn about so-called “gas station opioid” items sold in some shops.

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Republicans Promoted a False Rumor That James Talarico Was in Ohio

James Talarico was off the Texas Senate trail for nine days with flu, while opponents spread rumours about his absence, including a false claim that he was in Ohio.

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Bessent on how Iran war ends: 'I don't know'

Scott Bessent said he does not know how the war with Iran will end, while suggesting Iran is under growing economic pressure and cannot pay its soldiers.

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Trump says he ‘never thought’ he’d have to hold rallies again

Donald Trump said he had not expected to be holding rallies again as he campaigns for Republicans before the November midterm elections. He is set to appear in Youngstown, Ohio, for Jon Husted and Vivek Ramaswamy.

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