Andy Burnham urged to overhaul ‘timid and limited’ elections bill
Ex-minister who helped write draft calls for bolder action on voting reform, crypto donations and social mediaThe…
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Spain recapture 2010 spirit after reaching World Cup final: De la Fuente
After a masterclass against France in the semifinals, Spain are just one win from winning their second World Cup.
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India’s ethanol rush prompts anger among vehicle owners, questions for gov’t
Indian gas stations now only offer fuel with 20 percent ethanol blended in. But the rushed move has triggered criticism.
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How the failed 2016 coup reshaped Turkiye’s civil-military relations
Takeover bid 10 years ago sped up efforts to expand civilian oversight, experts say, reducing chances of another coup.
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Thames Water returns to profit after raising bills
The UK's largest water company reported a post-tax profit for the 12 months to the end of March, but its net debt also…
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World Cup: England have ‘not peaked yet’, says Tuchel before semifinal
England face Argentina in Wednesday's semifinal, hoping to reach the World Cup final for the first time since 1966.
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Trump will speak on elections in Thursday primetime address
The speech comes as President Trump has escalated calls for Republicans to pass tighter federal voting rules for…
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Brisbane child accused of school stabbing allegedly faced ‘racist’ abuse, court hears
Alleged attack may have been motivated by a social media post, police prosecutor tells courtFollow our Australia news…
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England vs Argentina: FIFA World Cup semifinal – Messi, Kane and prediction
England and Argentina renew their World Cup rivalry after 24 years, as Harry Kane and Lionel Messi clash in the semis.
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Firefighters could be at moorland blaze for 'days'
The large fire engulfed land near Dove Stone Reservoir on Saturday and has been burning ever since.
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Mystery bidder buys T. rex nicknamed 'Gus' for a record $50 million
A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil billed as one of the world's largest and most complete specimens was sold for a record $50.1…
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University of Melbourne ‘sharply’ changed protest policies after pro-Palestine sit-ins, commission hears
Royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion hears of response of universities to incidents on campus Follow…
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Spain knock out France, prepare for World Cup final
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final, shutting down Kylian Mbappe
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How Iran’s southern coast is bearing the brunt of US attacks
Donald Trump says the US is going to bomb Iran’s civilian infrastructure if there is no deal by next week.
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Ebola is spreading faster in eastern Congo than it can be tracked, as deaths pass 700
Eighty percent of new Ebola cases in eastern Congo are emerging from unknown chains of transmission, according to WHO,…
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Bellingham best player at World Cup - Rooney
Jude Bellingham has been the best player at the World Cup so far, says former England striker Wayne Rooney.
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Wednesday briefing: Do MPs have the will to stop mega-donors interfering in UK politics?
In today’s newsletter: The representation of the people bill has become a test of whether Britain can curb the surge…
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T.Rex skeleton sells for $50.1 million at New York auction
A T.Rex skeleton nicknamed ‘Gus’ sold for a record $50 million at an auction in New York.
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Japan officials hunt bear that raided couple’s fridge amid string of break-ins
Officials set up traps and electric fences after 14 break-ins recored in one town in two weeks, amid fears of a repeat…
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Green-led council plans to ban cooperation with Home Office on immigration raids
Exclusive: Lewisham council’s move marks first step in Greens’ plan to create a corridor of sanctuary boroughs across…
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Labour must stop just writing a cheque for benefit claimants, says McFadden
Exclusive: Work and pensions secretary signals possible reform to welfare as ministers await key reviewsLabour must…
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Briton's Iran jail sentence extended by two years, family says
Craig and Lindsay Foreman were arrested on spying charges last January while passing through Iran on a motorcycle…
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Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households - is your area affected?
More than eight million households have been placed under hosepipe bans - which has raised questions about how…
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China detains US scientist who studied North Korea nuclear tests
Chen Youlin's family says he has been wrongfully detained for nearly two years on spying charges.