Tuesday, October 13, 2026Est. 2026

The American ExpressTimes

Section

Politics

Anthony Scaramucci Reflects on Trump, Politics, and America’s Mistakes

Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director, has detailed how three major policy decisions—from China's WTO entry to post-9/11 military spending and the 2008 financial…

Aug 26, 2029

Healey ‘must find £35bn’ for public service and defence pledges

Chancellor John Healey faces a potential shortfall of up to £35 billion by 2030 to maintain public services and meet defence spending targets amid rising…

Oct 12, 2026

Early election speculation such a waste of time, says Streeting

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed that Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s government plans to serve its full term, dismissing rumours of an early general election…

Oct 12, 2026

Britain ‘needs a China unit with mandarins who speak Mandarin’

A cross-party audit by the Interparliamentary Alliance on China has found that the UK lacks sufficient Mandarin-speaking officials and China expertise among senior government staff,…

Oct 12, 2026

Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian diesel is irresponsible political theatre

President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Vladimir Putin to gradually lift sanctions on Russian diesel exports to lower global fuel prices ahead of the…

Oct 12, 2026

‘£30 monthly fee’ for the middle-aged to fund care

Sir Steve Webb has proposed a monthly £30 contribution for taxpayers aged 40 and over to fund a national social care service in England, with…

Oct 12, 2026

Saudis under pressure to hit back after airport strike

The Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched a second missile strike on Riyadh’s airport, injuring several people after a previous attack that killed at least 13. These…

Oct 12, 2026

Firms must train British workers first, says union

GMB union general secretary Gary Smith has urged stricter rules requiring employers to prove investment in training British workers before sponsoring foreign labor, criticizing overreliance…

Oct 12, 2026

Palestine marches raise tensions amid legal concerns

Pro-Palestine demonstrations in London have continued amid heightened police measures to prevent clashes between protesters and counterdemonstrators. The UK government plans to review legislation governing…

Oct 12, 2026

Burnham pledges transparency on ties to City owners

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to release records of his meetings with UAE representatives following scrutiny over Manchester City's financial breaches linked to the…

Oct 12, 2026

‘Too often, if we sign people off sick, we write them off for life’

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden warned that the growing number of young people being placed on long-term sickness benefits risks permanently limiting their employment…

Oct 12, 2026

PM remains evasive over rejoining EU

Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed openness to the UK rejoining the European Union without necessarily holding a second referendum, while emphasizing the need…

Oct 12, 2026

Labour is betraying voters over the Boriswave

Labour faces internal conflict over proposed immigration reforms that would extend indefinite leave to remain (ILR) based on migrants' economic and social contributions, challenging existing…

Oct 12, 2026

One-nation Tories credited to historical party unity

Lord Lexden argued that the idea of one-nation conservatism is more directly derived from Stanley Baldwin's 1924 speech, rather than Benjamin Disraeli. This perspective shifts…

Oct 12, 2026

Vance’s hillbillies seek a new political saviour

Voters in Middletown, Ohio, a traditionally Republican area, are showing increasing dissatisfaction with the GOP and Donald Trump's influence ahead of the midterm elections, creating…

Oct 12, 2026

Raising the flag in Conservative revival

Kemi Badenoch introduced a policy pamphlet titled *The Right Way* at the Conservative Party conference, drawing attention to her vision for the party’s future. However,…

Oct 12, 2026

The Houthis’ unlikely leader

Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has led the Houthi movement to become a dominant force in Yemen’s conflict, notably capturing the capital Sanaa in 2014 and launching regional…

Oct 12, 2026

Lai slammed for inciting confrontation

Chinese mainland officials condemned Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te for accusing the mainland of military pressure and defending Taiwan’s increased defense budget as a deterrent against…

Oct 12, 2026

Talks highlight deepening of cooperation

China and France held the 28th round of their Strategic Dialogue in Datong, Shanxi, reaffirming commitments to deepen cooperation in areas like aerospace, nuclear energy,…

Oct 12, 2026

Island: Lai’s neglect of livelihoods criticized

Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party, led by Lai Ching-te, faces mounting criticism from opposition figures for neglecting socioeconomic issues while prioritizing military expansion and political campaigns.…

Oct 12, 2026

Verbal Acrobatics Belie Lai’s True Colors as Peace Saboteur, Crisis Maker, War Instigator

Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te reaffirmed his commitment to democracy and military enhancements aimed at deterring conflict during a speech in Taipei, prompting strong accusations from…

Oct 12, 2026

Trump says Russia willing to reach deal to end conflict

Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Russia is open to negotiating an end to the Ukraine conflict, accusing Ukrainian President Zelensky of rejecting earlier…

Oct 12, 2026

Modi locks down capital’s heart to thwart voter rights protest

Thousands of police and paramilitary forces were deployed in New Delhi to prevent mass protests against the Election Commission's voter list revisions, which critics say…

Oct 12, 2026

Fed governor to face White House grilling

The White House has scheduled a closed-door hearing on November 5 for Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to address mortgage fraud allegations, following President Trump’s…

Oct 12, 2026

WHAT’S REALLY BEHIND THE FRENCH RIOTS?

France has seen widespread protests involving students, teachers, and police amid tensions over immigration, youth unemployment, and political polarization, resulting in over 6,000 arrests and…

Oct 12, 2026

Election defeat puts pressure on Polanski

Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, is facing mounting demands to resign following his defeat in the Holborn & St Pancras by-election and controversy…

Oct 12, 2026

ALP migrant policy the opposite of compassion

The Australian Labor Party has increased its annual humanitarian visa quota from 13,500 to 20,000, resulting in the largest refugee intake in Australia since World…

Oct 12, 2026

Defence sell-off 'laziness ... poor politics'

Former Labor environment minister Peter Garrett has criticized the Albanese government’s plan to sell over 60 Defence properties, particularly opposing the partial sale of HMAS…

Oct 12, 2026

News24 takes trusted brand to the world

Australia’s News24 is launching two new opinion programs, Made in America and Unleashed, targeting audiences in the US and UK with dedicated studios and hosts…

Oct 12, 2026

Frydenberg offers Coalition experience and common sense

Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is being urged by some within Australia’s political circles to be placed in a secure parliamentary seat and reinstated as leader…

Oct 12, 2026