Though Mahmood’s proposals will lengthen the time it takes them to gain access to the welfare system, the change “will not make a significant difference to the lifetime fiscal impact” of these migrants, according to the report. “The only way this policy would significantly bring down the £10 billion lifetime fiscal cost is if it […]
Continue ReadingAn Israeli soldier next to a fired Iranian missile.Image: keystone analysis Mar 20, 2026, 5:17 p.mMar 20, 2026, 5:17 p.m follow me At the beginning of the attack by Israel and the USA on Iran, Donald Trump spoke of a “short trip”. There was never an official war aim. But it was clear that the […]
Continue ReadingThe outburst came following Thursday’s European Council, where national leaders struck a cautious tone in emphasizing de-escalation and resisting involvement in a conflict with no apparent end in sight. Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez even described the war as illegal — underscoring the size of the breach with Washington. Since the U.S. and Israel launched strikes […]
Continue ReadingIsrael, which has a sizable Druze minority, has previously framed such strikes as efforts to protect the community across the border. The Druze are a community in Syria, Lebanon, Israel and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, whose religion is an offshoot of Shia Islam with its own unique identity and beliefs.
Continue ReadingLooted and distributed around the world: Benin bronzes can be found in a large number of European museums.Image: DPA central image The city of Zurich is today informing about the return of eleven objects from the Rietberg Museum collection. However, some of the works from the former Kingdom of Benin remain on loan to the […]
Continue ReadingBetween Israeli-American bombing raids and Iranian attacks, several large oil and gas facilities have borne the brunt of the war in recent days. The current situation. The world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facility in Qatar has been “significantly” damaged by Iranian attacks, raising fears about international energy supplies. Here is an overview of […]
Continue ReadingFinland maintains its top position as the world’s happiest country for the ninth year running, as it scores 7.764 on a 10-point scale, according to an annual UN-sponsored report. Known for its nature, sauna culture and extensive welfare system, the country’s 5.6 million inhabitants generally report a high level of trust in authorities and low […]
Continue ReadingUS President Donald Trump meets Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.Image: keystone High-ranking visitors to the White House – and Trump’s hand comes into focus again. His noticeable bruise cannot be overlooked. March 20, 2026, 4:45 p.mMarch 20, 2026, 4:45 p.m Tim Kröplin / watson.de A noticeable bruise on the US President’s right hand has been […]
Continue ReadingAuthor Mia Ballard denies having used AI herself when writing the horror story Shy Girl.
Continue ReadingRussia has expanded intelligence-sharing and military cooperation with Iran since the war started, a person briefed on the intelligence said. The Wall Street Journal first reported the increase and wrote that Moscow is providing satellite imagery and drone technology to help Tehran target U.S. forces in the region. The Kremlin called that report “fake news.” […]
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