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Reform plan to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas branded ‘grotesque’
Reform UK’s pledge to build new detention centres for people awaiting deportation in areas that vote for the Green Party has been branded “grotesque” by rival parties. Nigel Farage’s party also promised that none of the hubs would open in places with a Reform council or MP if the party wins the next election. Instead, it said, it would “prioritise” sending migrants to Green-held areas because Zack Polanski’s party supports “open borders”.
Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war
President Donald Trump has told Congress that US hostilities with Iran have “terminated” during an ongoing ceasefire, as he argued he did not need to meet a deadline for legislative approval of the war. By law, a US president must receive Congress’ approval within 60 days of notifying lawmakers of military action, or else cease hostilities. But in a letter to congressional leaders, Trump said he does not have to comply with that war powers act as the ceasefire agreed with Iran last month had paused the clock on any such obligation.
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby enters treatment program for a gambling addiction following transfer
AP — Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has taken an indefinite leave of absence from the team to enter a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction.
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/04/27/sport/texas-tech-qb-gambling
Smiles and wonder: How the US reacted to King Charles
The United States declared independence from the British crown 250 years ago – but this week, it could not get enough of it.
5 things to know for May 7: Hantavirus outbreak, peace talks, market rebound, small businesses, White House ballroom
May 8, 2026
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America’s appetite for weight-loss drugs is transforming a small Danish city into an unlikely hub of economic growth. Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, is pouring billions into its facility in Kalundborg, fueling rapid development in the once-quiet community. About 150 passengers are still on board a cruise ship grappling with a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Three confirmed cases and five suspected cases have been reported, and officials expect that count to grow. The vessel is now headed for Spain’s Canary Islands as officials race to trace the victims’ contacts. Read more.
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/05/07/us/5-things-to-know-for-may-7-hantavirus-outbreak-peace-talks-market-rebound-small-businesses-white-house-ballroom
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