Irish comedian says UK PM Starmer hides from culture wars as ‘ordinary people’ fight daily battles

Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan, who has drawn criticism for his comments on transgender issues, testified before Congress Wednesday, arguing that the U.K.’s free speech battles have left “ordinary people” fighting culture-war disputes without clear leadership. Linehan previewed his message during an appearance earlier that day on “Fox & Friends,” where he criticized U.K. Prime Read More >

Trump says immigration crackdown needs ‘softer touch’ with ‘tough’ stance after deadly Minneapolis shootings

President Donald Trump told NBC News Wednesday he made the decision to pull hundreds of federal law enforcement agents from Minneapolis after the fatal shootings of two city residents last month, noting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) could “use a little bit of a softer touch.” White House border czar Tom Homan announced earlier Read More >

US positions aircraft carriers, strike platforms across Middle East as Iran talks shift to Oman

The U.S. military has bolstered its presence across the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran, as nuclear talks were thrown into uncertainty Wednesday before being moved to Oman. U.S. and Iranian officials had been expected to meet Friday in Istanbul, with several Middle Eastern countries participating as observers. A senior U.S. official confirmed to Read More >