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

Vapes to have less enticing names to protect children, under UK plans

Vapes to have less enticing names to protect children, under UK plans

New UK proposals aim to curb youth vaping by restricting flavour descriptions and introducing standardised packaging for nicotine products.

Politics ·10 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Burnham apologizes for Labour's Gaza stance

Burnham apologizes for Labour's Gaza stance

Andy Burnham has admitted Labour "didn't get it right" regarding Gaza, signaling a shift toward increased pressure on the Israeli government.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 19:11 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Mitch McConnell absence blocks Trump priorities

Mitch McConnell absence blocks Trump priorities

Senator Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence has stalled work on the SAVE America Act and defense spending while triggering questions regarding his health.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 16:04 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Judge orders $5.8M be paid to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case

Judge orders $5.8M be paid to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case

A federal judge has ordered the release of $5.8 million from an escrow account to writer E. Jean Carroll, dismissing Donald Trump's attempts to stall the payment.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
You can run but can't hide': Armed forces neutralise Lashkar terrorist in J&K's Shopian

You can run but can't hide': Armed forces neutralise Lashkar terrorist in J&K's Shopian

A joint operation by the Army, CRPF, and SOG resulted in the killing of a Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist in the Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 10:01 ·Marcus Hale 2 min read
ICE agent fatally shoots Mexican man during Houston arrest attempt

ICE agent fatally shoots Mexican man during Houston arrest attempt

A targeted ICE operation in Houston ended in the death of a Mexican national, sparking protests and calls for a transparent investigation into the agency's use of force.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 07:04 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Baruipur rape-murder accused Prabhas Mondal killed in police encounter

Baruipur rape-murder accused Prabhas Mondal killed in police encounter

A key suspect in the gangrape and murder of a young girl in West Bengal was killed in a police encounter in Suryapur. The incident occurred during a crime scene reconstruction.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
ICPC arrests El-Rufai’s personal doctor, alleges breach of court order

ICPC arrests El-Rufai’s personal doctor, alleges breach of court order

The ICPC has detained Professor Bello Abubakar, alleging that a court-approved medical visit for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai was used for unauthorized activities.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 05:04 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Tyler Robinson case: Attorneys spar over DNA found on items near the crime scene

Tyler Robinson case: Attorneys spar over DNA found on items near the crime scene

Prosecutors and defense attorneys clash over the reliability of DNA found on a rifle and screwdriver during the preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 03:03 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Canada selects German ThyssenKrupp as preferred bidder for submarines

Canada selects German ThyssenKrupp as preferred bidder for submarines

Prime Minister Mark Carney has named Germany's ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems as the preferred bidder to replace the Royal Canadian Navy's aging Victoria-Class fleet.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Gbajabiamila threatens ₦10bn defamation suit against alleged PFIPC convener

Gbajabiamila threatens ₦10bn defamation suit against alleged PFIPC convener

Presidential Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila is seeking ₦10 billion in damages from Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi following allegations of corruption and criminal conduct.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 16:05 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Ramaphosa to align traditional leader pay with public servant benefits

Ramaphosa to align traditional leader pay with public servant benefits

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a progressive rollout to ensure South African traditional leaders receive salaries and benefits on par with other public servants.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Pritam Singh faces Law Society disciplinary hearing on Aug 13

Pritam Singh faces Law Society disciplinary hearing on Aug 13

The Court of Three Judges will determine the disciplinary sanctions for Pritam Singh after his conviction for providing false evidence to the Committee of Privileges.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Singapore and Indonesia pledge to keep Strait of Malacca open and safe

Singapore and Indonesia pledge to keep Strait of Malacca open and safe

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and President Prabowo Subianto committed to maintaining the Strait of Malacca's security and expanding cross-border energy trade.

Politics ·6 Jul 2026, 18:04 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Christian Brothers transferred properties for $1 amid abuse claims

Christian Brothers transferred properties for $1 amid abuse claims

The Christian Brothers transferred multimillion-dollar property holdings to a separate church entity for nominal sums while seeking to halt civil claims from abuse survivors.

Politics ·6 Jul 2026, 05:04 ·Marcus Hale 4 min read
Mallory McMorrow drops out of Democratic primary for Michigan Senate seat

Mallory McMorrow drops out of Democratic primary for Michigan Senate seat

Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, narrowing the Democratic primary to a contest between Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.

Politics ·6 Jul 2026, 05:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Tennessee National Guard troops fatally shoot man during Memphis pursuit

Tennessee National Guard troops fatally shoot man during Memphis pursuit

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is probing the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson by National Guard members during a foot pursuit in downtown Memphis. The incident has intensified local scrutiny surrounding the deployment of task force troops in the city.

Politics ·6 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kids

Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kids

Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kids

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 23:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Majority of smokers in England wrongly believe vaping is as harmful as smoking

Majority of smokers in England wrongly believe vaping is as harmful as smoking

New research indicates that over half of English smokers mistakenly believe vaping is as harmful or worse than smoking, potentially hindering efforts to quit tobacco.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 17:03 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read
Man unconscious after being struck by lightning at Pasir Ris Beach; 6 others hospitalised

Man unconscious after being struck by lightning at Pasir Ris Beach; 6 others hospitalised

A group of kayakers and paddle boarders was struck by lightning at Pasir Ris Beach, leading to a multi-hospital emergency response. Authorities are currently investigating the incident as weather-related safety concerns rise.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 14:01 ·Marcus Hale 3 min read