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Children in England’s Poorest Areas Falling Behind by Age Five, Says UNICEF UK Children living in the most deprived areas of England are significantly less likely to reach key developmental milestones by the age of five, according to a new report by UNICEF UK, which is calling on the government to scrap the two-child benefit cap. The UN agency’s analysis examined all local authorities in England, mapping deprivation levels against early childhood health and education indicators such as oral health, weight, and A&E visits. Findings revealed a stark divide: children in England’s most disadvantaged areas are more than twice as…

Carlos Alcaraz successfully defended his French Open men’s title on Sunday, defeating Jannik Sinner in a thrilling five-set showdown to claim his second consecutive crown at Roland Garros. The 22-year-old Spaniard captured his fifth Grand Slam title in as many finals, pulling off one of the most dramatic comebacks in the tournament’s history. “I’m just proud. I’m just really, really happy,” Alcaraz said afterward, before turning to praise his opponent. “I know how hard you are chasing this tournament. You’re going to be champion, not once, but many, many times. It’s a privilege to share the court with you and…

‘Maybe Happy Ending’ and Nicole Scherzinger Lead the 2025 Tony Awards with Emotion, Diversity, and Big Wins With six awards, Maybe Happy Ending reigned supreme at the 2025 Tonys, earning Best Musical and Best Direction for Michael Arden, who called empathy “our shared responsibility.” Darren Criss also won his first Tony for the lead role. Nicole Scherzinger delivered an emotional victory in the highly watched Best Leading Actress category, taking the prize for her powerhouse performance in Sunset Boulevard. The revival also nabbed wins for lighting and best revival, continuing Scherzinger’s award-winning run from London to Broadway. Cole Escola made…

BBC World Service Faces Funding Uncertainty Amid Strategic Global Challenges Hours before Rachel Reeves delivered last year’s budget, government officials were still locked in intense discussions with BBC executives over a relatively modest £5.5 million allocation—just a small fraction of the £400 million BBC World Service budget. Despite the seemingly minor amount, BBC leaders warned that failure to secure the funding would result in the closure of several international language services, particularly in regions where Russian influence is already prevalent. Such a move, they argued, would hand a strategic win to Moscow. Jonathan Munro, the BBC’s global director, underscored the…

Over 100 Dogs Rescued from Suspected Puppy Mill in North Carolina More than 100 dogs were rescued from what authorities describe as an apparent puppy mill in North Carolina, where the animals were found living in severely neglectful conditions, according to the SPCA of Wake County. On Wednesday, the SPCA, in coordination with Raleigh Animal Control, removed 101 dogs from a private home that appeared to be operating as an unlicensed breeding facility. In a statement, the shelter described the conditions as “egregious,” with dogs “surrounded by their own waste, packed five or six to a cage, cages stacked from…

She’s done it again — Coco Gauff staged another dramatic comeback in a Grand Slam final, this time securing her first Roland Garros singles title and second career major on Saturday. In a thrilling showdown between the top two players in the PIF WTA Rankings, the No. 2 seed overcame World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 on the clay of Paris to win the French Open. Despite narrowly dropping a tightly contested first set filled with momentum shifts, Gauff surged back with determination, closing out the match in 2 hours and 38 minutes to claim the Coupe Suzanne…

U.S. Job Growth Slows in May Amid Ongoing Trade Uncertainty The U.S. economy added 139,000 jobs in May, signaling a slowdown in hiring as businesses face continued uncertainty stemming from Donald Trump’s trade policies. This marks a drop from April’s more robust figures, which had suggested resilience despite growing tensions over international trade. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%, unchanged from the previous month. The moderation in job growth came as no surprise to economists, many of whom had anticipated a decline following early indicators of a cooling labor market.…

Global Reaction Ranges From Shock to Outrage as Trump Reinstates Sweeping Travel Ban Nations around the world expressed shock and dismay following former President Donald Trump’s announcement of a broad travel ban affecting citizens from a dozen countries, along with the termination of visa programs for seven others. For many, the move felt like a return to 2017 and one of the most divisive policies of Trump’s first term. On Wednesday, Trump cited national security and terrorism concerns as justification for the renewed restrictions, which primarily target countries in Africa and Asia. The announcement sparked a wide range of responses…

Democrats Condemn Trump’s Expanded Travel Ban as Dangerous and Divisive Democrats are strongly criticizing former President Donald Trump’s latest travel ban, calling it “reckless” and “discriminatory.” Many lawmakers see the move as an attempt to divert attention from Trump’s controversial tax and spending bill. On Wednesday night, Trump signed a sweeping executive order barring entry from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Equatorial Guinea. He justified the ban by citing national security, foreign policy considerations, and counterterrorism goals. California Senator Adam Schiff dismissed the policy as a repeat of Trump’s widely condemned first-term travel ban. “This is Trump’s reckless first-term…

EDMONTON, Alberta — Leon Draisaitl scored the game-winner on a power play in overtime, and goaltender Stuart Skinner stopped 29 shots as the Edmonton Oilers stormed back from a two-goal deficit to defeat the defending champion Florida Panthers, 4–3, in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Wednesday night. Draisaitl capitalized 19:29 into overtime after Florida’s Tomas Nosek was penalized for delay of game, igniting a roaring celebration at Rogers Place. The clutch finish ensured Edmonton wouldn’t suffer the same fate as last year, when they fell behind 0–3 in the series. No Canadian team has won the Stanley…