Republicans criticise immigration force but steer clear of Trump attacks

Daniel BushWashington correspondent Watch: Republican senators express disappointment in DHS Secretary Noem Republican lawmakers are starting to break with the Trump administration over its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, as the party scrambles to respond to growing public anger after two US citizens were killed by federal agents. But even as some Republicans in Washington speak…

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ASML Q4 2025 earnings report

onathan Raa | Nurphoto | Getty Images ASML reported orders that smashed past expectations while 2026 sales guidance was also ahead of estimates as AI demand continues to support the Dutch chip giant’s business. Bookings, one of the most closely-watched metrics from investors, came in at 13.2 billion euros ($15.8 billion) in the fourth quarter…

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Yasuko Tamaki: Meet the 95-year-old Japanese woman who has worked for over 65 years at the same job: “I was born to be useful to others” |

Meet the 95-year-old Japanese woman who has worked for over 65 years at the same job Imagine clocking into the same office for 65 years straight—not switching jobs, not chasing promotions, just showing up with quiet dedication while the world around you spins through recessions, tech revolutions, and generations. That’s Yasuko Tamaki, a 95-year-old from…

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Who is South Korea’s former first lady?

Gavin Butlerand Hyojung Kim,BBC World Service Getty Images The scandals Kim Keon Hee faces predate her husband Yoon’s ill-fated political career Two Chanel handbags, a BMW dealership and a controversial church will all be at the centre of a trial faced by South Korea’s former first lady this week. Kim Keon Hee, the wife of…

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Why turning 40 now means higher layoff risk and forced retirement fears |

Mid-career professionals, particularly those in their 40s, are facing increased layoff risks and a sense of early retirement due to ageism and rapid technological shifts. This demographic, burdened by significant financial responsibilities, experiences job loss as a profound disruption, necessitating continuous upskilling and adaptability for survival in a changing job market. When headlines broke that…

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