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Liz Truss resigns as UK Prime Minister

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UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has resigned after 45 days in the role

British Prime Minister Liz Truss announced her resignation as UK prime minister in a statement outside Downing Street.

Truss becomes Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister, after taking over from Boris Johnson 45 days ago.

“I cannot deliver the mandate on which I was elected,” she said.

Truss notified King Charles III of her resignation—a role he has held himself for 42 days.

There will be Conservative leadership election within the next week to elect the new UK prime minister.

“I will remain as Prime Minister until a successor has been chosen,” Truss said.

The embattled leader met with the chairman of the 1922 Committee of backbench MPs earlier in the day, after more of her own Tory colleagues called for her to stand down.

It also follows Home Secretary Suella Braverman handing in her resignation.

Troubled Truss

Liz Truss has become the UK’s shortest-serving prime minister.

She rose to the top job after a Conservative Party ballot, in which she beat former Chancellor Rishi Sunak.

At the time, the Conservatives were embroiled in a string of scandals.

This includes the ‘PartyGate’ fiasco in which her predecessor flouted Covid-19 lockdown restrictions while hosting parties at Downing Street.

Two days after she was sworn in by the late Queen Elizabeth II, the monarch herself passed away.

Truss’ tenure was met with a 10 day mourning period for Queen Elizabeth II, and an ambitious economic agenda.

Outside Downing Street, Truss said she came into office at a time of “great economic and international instability”.

However, she said her government delivered on energy bills and cutting national insurance.

She added there was a vision for a “low tax high growth economy”.

The UK’s economic uncertainty was worsened by the so-called ‘mini-budget’, which saw the UK pound fall to a record low.

As the economic woes continued, she sacked her Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng.

The pound rose somewhat after Truss’ announcement before settling back at around $1.12.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer demanded a general election “now” following Truss’ resignation as prime minister.

The prime minister had appeared in the House of Commons a day earlier, where she said she was a “fighter, not a quitter”.

Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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Trump and Netanyahu outline bold Middle East peace plan

Trump and Netanyahu unveil a Middle East peace plan; explore implications for hostages, ceasefire, and regional dynamics.

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Trump and Netanyahu unveil a Middle East peace plan; explore implications for hostages, ceasefire, and regional dynamics.


President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have unveiled a new plan to end the war in the Middle East. The announcement sets out an ambitious path that could reshape negotiations and redefine the region’s future.

In today’s episode, we explore what this plan means for hostages, the prospects for a ceasefire, and the risks of legitimising groups like Hamas. Rabbi Abraham Cooper of the Simon Wiesenthal Center joins us to break down the key messages and the global response.

Could this be a turning point, or just another failed attempt at peace? We look at the stakes for Jewish communities worldwide, the message it sends to other leaders in the region, and whether this moment rewards terrorism or sets a path for justice. Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker

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Diddy sentenced to over four years for prostitution charges

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sentenced to over four years in prison for prostitution-related charges stemming from drug-fueled sex performances

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sentenced to over four years in prison for prostitution-related charges stemming from drug-fueled sex performances

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– Sean Combs sentenced to 50 months in prison for prostitution-related charges involving male escorts.
– Combs expressed remorse and plans to appeal the sentence, citing parental plea for leniency.
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to over four years in prison following his conviction for prostitution-related charges.
The sentence of 50 months was handed down by U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian in Manhattan federal court. Combs, aged 55, was found guilty after a jury determined he arranged for male escorts to travel across state lines for drug-fueled sexual performances with his girlfriends.Banner

Combs faced a maximum of 20 years but was acquitted of more severe charges, including racketeering, that could have led to a life sentence.

The allegations included claims that he coerced his girlfriends into participating in these encounters through threats and violence. Combs, who has been incarcerated since his 2024 arrest, is expected to appeal.

Emotional Statements

During the sentencing, Combs expressed remorse and stated he had learned his lesson. He acknowledged past abuses but maintained that the performances were consensual. His legal team argued for a reduced sentence of 14 months, citing his prior time served, while prosecutors advocated for a more extended sentence, highlighting the seriousness of the abuse.

Combs’ children also spoke during the proceedings, requesting leniency from the judge, stating that he had improved since his arrest. They pleaded for their father’s presence in their lives, with his daughter emotionally addressing the court.

The case has drawn significant media attention, marking Combs as a prominent figure facing serious charges in the entertainment industry.


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Hamas agrees to hostages release under peace conditions

Hamas agrees to release Gaza hostages contingent on peace agreement, as Trump urges Israel to halt bombings during negotiations

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Hamas agrees to release Gaza hostages contingent on peace agreement, as Trump urges Israel to halt bombings during negotiations

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– Hamas is willing to release hostages but needs clarity on Trump’s peace plan.
– Negotiations continue, with Hamas requesting changes to disarmament and Israeli withdrawal terms.

Hamas has indicated a willingness to release the remaining hostages in Gaza, contingent on conditions linked to a broader peace agreement. The group’s response to mediators did not provide clarity on many aspects of President Trump’s 20-point peace plan.Hamas expressed gratitude for Trump’s peace efforts but sought specifics on issues like the timeline for Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and assurances regarding the cessation of hostilities.

Trump welcomed the dialogue, urging Israel to pause its military actions while negotiations progress, which may exceed the Sunday deadline he set for a deal.

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The group has agreed to release all prisoners associated with the occupation as part of Trump’s exchange proposal. However, Hamas maintains that discussions on Gaza’s future and the rights of the Palestinian populations require an inclusive Palestinian framework.

Reports suggest that 20 of the 48 hostages are still alive. Senior Hamas official Mousa Abu Marzouk stated that the group needs further negotiations before committing fully to Trump’s plan and indicated that releasing the hostages in 72 hours is unrealistic.

Ongoing Negotiations

Trump’s peace initiative aims for the release of all hostages and proposes a transitional governance board for Gaza. While Hamas has shown some willingness to support the plan, it insists on modifications, particularly around disarmament and the withdrawal of Israeli forces.

Complexities within Hamas’s leadership further complicate consensus on the deal, as previous U.S. attempts to persuade the group have faltered.


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