Burnham faces unpopularity test over prisons dilemma
The early release conundrum has given the new PM his first taste of tricky political decision-making.
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Biden-era Air Force secretary says he’ll sue over security clearance revocation
Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall is “gonna sue” the Trump administration after the Pentagon revoked his security clearance last week over accusations he disclosed classified information to the media. The Defense Department on Friday pulled Kendall’s eligibility for access to classified information as well as his “ability to hold any sensitive position,” accusing him…
Officials in southern Russian city urge residents to avoid driving amid fuel shortage
Sochi authorities have urged residents and tourists to avoid traveling by personal car amid a fuel shortage, saying the measure would help “reduce the burden on gas stations and speed up a return to normal operations,” the city administration stated.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels renew attacks on key port city
Iran-backed Houthi rebels have renewed their attacks on the Yemeni government-held city of Mokha, a key port city along the Red Sea, amid their blockade on Saudi exports in response to the Iran war. The attack was preceded by a deadly strike on a vessel off Mokha’s coast in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, killing three…
Solidarity makes science accessible for all – this is the roadmap for ending the AIDS epidemic
The 26th International AIDS Conference in Rio painted two very different pictures of the fight against HIV and AIDS, Dan Glass writes
Zuckerberg yacht did not hear call for assistance, spokesperson says
A yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg is gaining controversy for not responding to a call for assistance made by a boat that ran out of fuel, but Brian Baker, a spokesperson for the Meta CEO, said that the crew did not hear the call. Baker added that by the time the crew aboard the ship…
Fox News’s Tomi Lahren: GOP an ‘utter embarrassment’
Fox News host Tomi Lahren ripped the Republican Party on Monday, arguing the GOP has failed working Americans so badly that socialism has become increasingly appealing to those struggling with the cost of living. “Let’s be frank about it, some Americans are turning to socialism because Republicans have failed us so dismally that even the…
Even the AI assistant inside Russia’s state-backed Max messenger tells users not to trust the app
Alisa, the AI assistant built into the Max messenger, has been telling users in chat conversations to install other apps instead — Telegram, Signal, or WhatsApp. The independent Russian news outlet Verstka noticed the pattern.
Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says town centres have been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.
Three cheers for trying to end birth tourism
An opinion piece argues that President Trump's executive order targeting birth tourism is a necessary step to curb immigration system abuses and potentially advance broader immigration reform.
ACLU targets Trump’s new birthright citizenship order in court
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) on Tuesday launched its first effort to challenge President Trump’s new attempt at restricting birthright citizenship. The group wants a federal judge to rule that Trump can’t use a new executive order to deny citizenship to babies who would’ve been covered under his Day 1 attempt that the Supreme Court…
Greece ravaged by wildfires as hundreds of firefighters battle blaze near Athens
The risk of wildfires is set to increase across southern areas of the country this week
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Australia politics live: Joyce claims One Nation ‘one of the gayest parties’ in country; Japan’s ambassador to Australia downplays Albanese’s melon comments
Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Education minister says funding agreement with Victoria ‘very close’ The education minister, Jason Clare , says…
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In Bali, a Quest to Restore the Sacred Glow of Fireflies
The insects, revered in local culture, are disappearing for many reasons, including rapid development to cater to tourists.
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Nvidia’s show of financial force soothes credit markets
Six of the biggest names in finance are helping Nvidia ease some of the investor anxiety that's been building for weeks over its swelling commitments to backstop the AI boom.
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How Nigel Farage Ended Up Running Against Count Binface in Clacton
Nigel Farage forced a new election in his parliamentary seat after coming under pressure over his finances. His main challenger is Count Binface, a novelty candidate.
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Bondi shooting hero Ahmed al-Ahmed has assault charges dropped
Al-Ahmed, who maintains his innocence, was accused of putting his father in a headlock in March Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or dail…
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Homes near pylons to get £250 a year off energy bills – first sites revealed
Households living within 1,600ft of upgraded pylons will get £250 a year off their electricity bills.
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Nigel Farage and Count Binface: a visual guide to their electoral careers
Farage was elected to EU parliament five times before becoming Clacton MP, while Binface has been less successful – so far Nigel Farage has been standing in British elections since 1994, when he na…
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Man injured as fire engulfs 2 huts, 4 speedboats at village in Sai Kung
A man has suffered minor burns in a fire that spread to two huts and four speedboats in Hong Kong’s Sai Kung. The Fire Services Department said it received multiple reports of a blaze that broke ou…
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Limited burning of paper offerings at funeral parlour since weekend power outage
A prolonged power outage since Sunday has forced a funeral parlour to limit burnings of paper offerings due to poor ventilation, though some of its other services have resumed. Power was restored a…
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‘I was at greater risk’: Trump defends secret Air Force One plane swap after hiding in catering cart
Stopping in The UK, Trump sneaked back aboard the presidential plane undetected
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Ex-Marine Robert Gilman, Freed by Russia After 4 Years in Prison, Arrives in the U.S.
Russia released Robert Gilman on “a humanitarian basis,” President Trump said. Mr. Gilman’s family had said he was in dire physical condition.
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At least 15 die as boat sinks in Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba
The vessel is said to have overturned after being hit by strong waves.
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Andy Burnham to chair emergency Cobra meeting amid extreme heat
High temperatures continue across UK with 38C forecast on Thursday and wildfires stretching emergency services Andy Burnham will chair an emergency Cobra meeting in response to extreme heat, which …
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Trump says Secret Service wanted him to switch planes after ‘threat’: ‘I do what they tell me’
Donald Trump has confirmed that he switched planes after the Secret Service detected a possible threat when leaving a Nato summit in Turkey.
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Intervention and higher rates might not be enough to stop yen from weakening
Fiscal questions are hanging over the market, especially after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi committed to cutting the consumption tax on groceries.
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'Event of the century': Total solar eclipse draws visitors to sleepy European villages
Eclipse chasers have driven a tourist surge in sleepy towns and villages in Spain and several other parts of Europe as the continent gets set for its first total eclipse since 2006.
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Iran-US war latest: US fires on ship for violating blockade as Trump again claims ‘total control’ over Hormuz
US leader reportedly hid in a catering truck to fend off an assassination threat after attending Nato summit last month
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Poorest areas should not house all asylum seekers, says Burnham
The prime minister was asked about protests over plans to use a former military base to house asylum seekers.
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8 Takeaways from Tuesday’s Primaries
A Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin remained neck and neck early Wednesday, leaving a national battle between progressive and moderate wings largely unsettled.
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Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge again
The Government will meet to discuss this summer's record-breaking heat as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken.
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Snooker star Jimmy White becomes Hong Kong resident through talent scheme
Snooker star Jimmy White, known as “The Whirlwind”, has become a Hong Kong resident through an official talent scheme, and has revealed plans to establish a snooker academy in the city to nurture l…
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Parkour helps Singapore’s elderly boost agility, strength
A coach has gotten millions of views on social media by using parkour techniques to teach the elderly things such as better balance.
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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin is preparing to use this winter to ‘break’ Kyiv, think-tank warns
Putin will not enter serious negotiations if he believes he has a ‘viable military path’, says ISW
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Images From Colombia, Battered by Quakes
The strongest temblor in years struck in a Pacific Coast region, killing over 100 people.
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Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns
The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure".
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JAL plane crash victims mourned 41 years after accident
Flight 123 — a Boeing 747 bound for Osaka from Tokyo — crashed into a mountain on Aug. 12, 1985, killing 520 people.
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Hong Kong student avoids jail for seditious graffiti in commercial complex toilet
A Hong Kong student has been spared jail for seditious acts in breach of the domestic national security law, after a court ruled that his good background, young age and the limited impact of his of…
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Depay says Corinthians 'unacceptable' as contract ends
Memphis Depay accuses Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" and of breaching an agreement after the Brazilian club decide against renewing his contract.
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Serious failings found in new military crimes unit, leaked report finds
A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes.
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Crowley defeats democratic socialist Hong to face Tiffany in Wisconsin governor’s race
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong in the wide-open Wisconsin governor’s race, Decision Desk HQ projects. Crowley, with support from retiring …
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Slot to stay in club football after Netherlands talks
Former Liverpool head coach Arne Slot confirms talks for Netherlands managerial vacancy but says his next job will be in club football.
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Crowley defeats Hong in nail-biter Wisconsin governor primary: 5 takeaways
Milwaukee County executive David Crowley emerged the victor in the hard-fought Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor against democratic socialist state Rep. Francesca Hong early Wednesday – giv…
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Victorian microparty MPs including Georgie Purcell to face re-election struggle after group voting tickets abolished
Voters will be required to number at least five parties above the line in order of preference after bill passed upper house 33 votes to four Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates G…
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Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?
The world record for the women's 800m is the longest standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why is it such a tough task?
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Myanmar ramps up civilian attacks with airborne weapons, U.N. says
The military increasingly relies on motorized paragliders, gyrocopters and drones for low-altitude strikes using unguided explosives, according to U.N. investigators.
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Nigel Farage looks trapped and rattled - now the nationalist tide can be turned | Rafael Behr
There are more votes in tolerance and decency than in toxic division. It doesn’t take a great leap of political courage to fight back against Reform Nigel Farage can be confident of victory against…
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Paid police paternity leave to double after fathers reported being ‘ostracised’
Exclusive: Pay increases to two weeks in England and Wales after Guardian revealed officers ‘mocked’ for taking time off Paid paternity leave for police in England and Wales is to double, after the…
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Eerie silence and ‘still surviving’: what happened next after steel town’s last blast furnace shut down
Exhibition in Port Talbot is part of project exploring how communities experience endings and transitions Margaret Heggett, 95, does not remember a time when Port Talbot was ever quiet. Born and ra…
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Hong Kong authorities charge woman who allegedly kept 136 dogs without licences
Hong Kong authorities have charged a woman on suspicion of keeping 136 dogs without valid licences at a shelter previously investigated for alleged animal cruelty, the South China Morning Post has …
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Darline Graham Advances to the Republican Senate Runoff in South Carolina
Ms. Graham will face Representative Ralph Norman, a hard-line conservative who had previously run for governor, in the runoff.
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Wednesday briefing: Why the prison crisis is about much more than early release
In today’s newsletter: As ministers scramble to resolve overcrowding in prisons, experts say the crisis demands a rethink of who we lock up – and what happens when they’re set free Good morning. On…
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Bondi Beach shooting hero Ahmed al Ahmed cleared of assault charges
Ahmed al-Ahmed was charged with domestic violence common assault, stalking, and intimidation following an alleged incident involving his father in March
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Taiwan condemns ‘dangerous’ planned Chinese navy drill with Indonesia
Taipei says Beijing was trying to create a false impression that it controls waters east of Taiwan, where the drills were conducted.
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Members of Liberal group received ‘kickbacks’ from lobbying company’s Catholic Schools NSW contract, Icac hears
Lobbyist Jeremy Greenwood gives evidence about allegations linked to Reformers at Independent Commission Against Corruption hearing Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our br…
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Bessent-Takaichi split on BOJ risks undermining joint yen rescue
The U.S. treasury secretary believes tightening is crucial to address the weakness in Japan's currency but the prime minister has long been wary of taking interest rates too high.
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Champions League: Lyon defeat Prague and await Fenerbahce in playoffs
Having lost 2-1 in the first leg, Lyon turned the tie around with a 3-0 victory over Sparta Prague in the third qualifying round of the Champions League. OL will face Fenerbahce in the playoffs to …
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Thailand suspends gun licences as teen shooter and grandparents he killed are cremated
Prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul calls for tighter gun controls and ‘decisive penalties’ after nine dead in school shooting Thailand has suspended firearms licences after the deadly Nonthaburi sc…
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Emery chases first Super Cup - but does it matter?
Aston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982, but manager Unai Emery has much more recent experience of the match.
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Watch: British driver who broke sound barrier sets new speed record
Andy Green set the fastest time ever recorded in a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406mph (654km/h).
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Peggy Flanagan, a Progressive, Wins the Democratic Senate Primary in Minnesota
The victory by Minnesota’s lieutenant governor was the latest for the left-wing movement in the Midwest. She could become the first Native woman in the Senate.
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