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New UK Ambassador to the US Amid Diplomatic Shakeup In a significant diplomatic move, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the appointment of Christian Turner as the new UK ambassador to the United States on Thursday. This decision follows the dismissal of former ambassador Peter Mandelson due to his controversial links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.Christian Turner, who is currently serving as the UK's permanent representative to the United Nations, will step into the role following US approval. His predecessor, Mandelson, was relieved of his duties in September as relations with Epstein posed serious diplomatic concerns. The appointment is taking place at a time when US President Donald Trump has expressed criticism towards Europe, while Starmer aims to ensure that a US-brokered peace deal between Russia and Ukraine does not compromise Kyiv's security.Turner, with a background as the political director of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and as high commissioner to Pakistan, brings significant diplomatic experience to the position. His role will be crucial in maintaining and enhancing the historically strong bond between the United Kingdom and the United States, especially in light of the present global diplomatic climate.

Haddad Prioritizes Campaign Role Over Ministerial Duties Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad has declared his intention to avoid pursuing public office in the upcoming year, opting instead to support President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's 2026 presidential campaign.Haddad, amid media speculation, revealed that stepping down in February could pave the way for a successor, aligning his interests with Lula's election aspirations. Despite encouragement from Lula to run, Haddad remained firm on his decision.Addressing fiscal challenges, Haddad suggested preserving the current budget framework while potentially adopting stricter budget management. He anticipated large-scale tax activities next year, hinting at notable revenue impacts.

By Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — In March 2021, a Brown University doctoral candidate wrote an op-ed in the school paper criticizing Brown’s increasing use of surveillance cameras and lack of transparency. “In the span of two decades, Brown University quietly deployed an expansive surveillance apparatus, unbeknownst to many in the community; it’s well past

By Katelyn Polantz, Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — Frustration is mounting inside the Justice Department as it races to redact thousands of pages of files related to Jeffrey Epstein before they must be released Friday, multiple sources familiar with the process told CNN. A substantial number of redactions are needed, one of the sources said,

By Chelsea Bailey, CNN (CNN) — In the hours after police discovered the bodies of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner inside their Brentwood, California, home, speculation was rife over what could have led someone to murder the beloved Hollywood director and his other half, a charismatic photographer and producer. That speculation reached a fever