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Marcus Hale edits News & Politics for Global Pulse, focusing on policy, elections and institutions.

Trump scraps his Hormuz shipping charge idea but presses ahead with an Iran blockade

Trump scraps his Hormuz shipping charge idea but presses ahead with an Iran blockade

The US has abandoned proposed cargo tolls in the Strait of Hormuz while resuming a naval blockade of Iranian ports following the collapse of a ceasefire.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
ICE agents halt most vehicle stops following deadly shootings in Maine, Texas, sources say

ICE agents halt most vehicle stops following deadly shootings in Maine, Texas, sources say

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has paused most vehicle stops for its ERO division following two recent fatal shootings in Maine and Texas.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 19:04 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Bedford train crash driver died from 'traumatic injuries to brainstem and chest

Bedford train crash driver died from 'traumatic injuries to brainstem and chest

An inquest has heard that driver Shaun Burton died from traumatic injuries to the brainstem and chest following a rail collision near Bedford.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 12:03 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Trump shrinks two Utah national monuments by more than 90%

Trump shrinks two Utah national monuments by more than 90%

President Trump has drastically reduced the size of two Utah national monuments, stripping protections from more than 90% of the combined land.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 08:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Asbestos pick-up trial could put NSW public at risk, experts warn

Asbestos pick-up trial could put NSW public at risk, experts warn

The Minns Labor Government is launching a $16 million plan to provide free household asbestos disposal, but industry leaders warn it may inadvertently promote dangerous self-removal.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 06:05 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Trump’s attorneys, Justice Dept. leaders misused courts in IRS case, judge says

Trump’s attorneys, Justice Dept. leaders misused courts in IRS case, judge says

A federal judge sanctioned attorneys and DOJ leaders for using a lawsuit against the IRS to secure a settlement providing tax immunity for the Trump family.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 05:03 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
US military launches third night of strikes against Iran

US military launches third night of strikes against Iran

The U.S. military has launched a third consecutive night of strikes against Iranian forces following cruise missile attacks on commercial tankers. President Trump has also announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 04:03 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
PM Albanese to outline AI safety and policy guardrails in Sydney speech

PM Albanese to outline AI safety and policy guardrails in Sydney speech

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will outline a policy framework for AI and datacentres, focusing on safety, compliance, and the protection of intellectual property.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 03:04 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Twelve arrested over right-wing terror threat to Suffolk Islamic event

Twelve arrested over right-wing terror threat to Suffolk Islamic event

Twelve individuals have been detained across the UK after a credible right-wing terror threat forced the early conclusion of the UK Ijtima gathering in Suffolk.

Politics ·13 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
UK proscribes Iran's IRGC

UK proscribes Iran's IRGC

The UK government is moving to proscribe the IRGC and two other groups to tackle Iranian-backed recruitment of criminals and attacks targeting the Jewish community.

Politics ·13 Jul 2026, 15:04 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 following brief and sudden illness

Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 following brief and sudden illness

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham passed away at 71 following a brief and sudden illness. Political leaders are remembering the long-serving Republican for his role in foreign policy and Senate legislative battles.

Politics ·12 Jul 2026, 19:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Prince Harry loses privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher

Prince Harry loses privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher

Mr. Justice Nicklin has ruled against Prince Harry and his co-claimants, finding no evidence of unlawful information gathering by Associated Newspapers. This judgment marks the end of a high-profile legal battle against the publisher.

Politics ·12 Jul 2026, 16:01 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
Lindsey Graham dies at 71

Lindsey Graham dies at 71

Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71 after a sudden illness

Politics ·12 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
Anthony Albanese accuses right-wing rivals of race to the bottom

Anthony Albanese accuses right-wing rivals of race to the bottom

Anthony Albanese accuses right-wing rivals of race to the bottom

Politics ·12 Jul 2026, 06:04 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
One Nation targets Christian voters despite tension over monoculture vision

One Nation targets Christian voters despite tension over monoculture vision

One Nation is courting Australia's Christian demographic, though tensions remain over the party's strict anti-immigration stance and vision for a monocultural society.

Politics ·12 Jul 2026, 05:04 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
PM Mark Carney pursues state capitalism with multibillion-dollar deals

PM Mark Carney pursues state capitalism with multibillion-dollar deals

Prime Minister Mark Carney is pivoting Canada toward a state capitalism model, leveraging public funds for infrastructure projects while implementing austerity cuts.

Politics ·11 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Rep. Ro Khanna says Israeli settlers detained him in the West Bank

Rep. Ro Khanna says Israeli settlers detained him in the West Bank

Representative Ro Khanna and his delegation were detained by armed Israeli settlers while touring Khirbet Zanuta in the southern West Bank.

Politics ·11 Jul 2026, 17:02 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Suspect in Ann Widdecombe murder inquiry released and no longer part of investigation

Suspect in Ann Widdecombe murder inquiry released and no longer part of investigation

A suspect has been released following the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe at her home in Haytor. Police continue to seek witnesses and footage.

Politics ·11 Jul 2026, 13:02 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Gordie Howe bridge to open July 27, Canada says

Gordie Howe bridge to open July 27, Canada says

Canada and the United States have reached a financial agreement on toll governance and profits to allow the Gordie Howe International Bridge to open on July 27.

Politics ·11 Jul 2026, 09:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
ICE killed Houston man who DHS says was not the target of operation

ICE killed Houston man who DHS says was not the target of operation

A Mexican national with no criminal record was killed by ICE agents in Houston during a mistaken operation. Family and officials dispute the agency's self-defense claims.

Politics ·10 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read