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UK to halve tariff-free steel imports to counter glut of cheap Chinese metal
Duty on imports outside new quota will double in move echoed by similar changes in EU limitsBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government will halve…
Jail time and unlimited fines planned under conversion practices ban
The government says a new Bill will protect LGBT people from "abusive acts" to change who they are.…
Norman Rockwell art that ignited a lawsuit and a love story is now on public view
So You Want to See The President! depicts a procession of visitors waiting to see Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The original 1943 Rockwell suite of illus…
World reacts as devastating Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 32
Global leaders express solidarity with Venezuela as dual earthquakes kill at least 32 and leave widespread devastation.…
In pictures: Aftermath of twin earthquakes in Venezuela
Communities in northern Venezuela struggle after deadly quakes as rescuers race against time to find survivors.…
Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave
This weekend's Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1's governing body the FIA.…
Elizabeth Warren says ‘frenzy’ of mergers under Trump could be reversed
Senator warns of ‘tsunami of anger’ against big companies and suggests future administrations may undo key dealsDemocratic senator Elizabeth Warren ha…
Reeves backs Burnham to be PM despite reports she may be offered only junior role
Allies of Reeves lobby to keep her as chancellor as the ‘stable’ choice while Wes Streeting and Ed Miliband also in the pictureUK politics live – late…
Rescuers pull survivors from rubble after Venezuela earthquakes
A major search-and-rescue effort is underway in Venezuela after two earthquakes levelled buildings and left many trapped…
Reeves hints she accepts Burnham will not keep her as chancellor – UK politics live
Reeves refused to say whether she would accept a more junior job in cabinet if Burnham offered her oneGood morning. Rachel Reeves now seems to resigne…
In pictures: Venezuela hit by twin earthquakes
Caracas airport closed, metro suspended and power outages reported after deadly quakes rock Venezuela.…
Venezuela rocked by 7.5, 7.2 earthquakes: What happened and what we know
Venezuela declared a state of emergency after twin 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes caused widespread damage and rescue efforts.…
June's temperature record set to be broken again
Thursday is expected to be a hotter day for parts of England and Wales with June's record temperature set to be broken for a second day in a row as Si…
Trump says UK’s likely next leader Andy Burnham is ‘extremely liberal’
Trump has made his first comment on the UK’s likely next leader describing Andy Burnham as ‘extremely liberal’.…
Three sisters with combined age of 316 discuss the secrets to life
Three Brazilians with a combined age of 316 have been recognised as the world’s longest-living trio of sisters.…
Bodies found in 'advanced deterioration' at under-fire trust
An inspection of NUH mortuaries found 10 shortfalls, the Human Tissue Authority said.…
‘I hear he’s extremely liberal’: Trump offers first comments on Andy Burnham
The US president told reporters the former Manchester mayor ‘probably won’t open up the North Sea’ for oil explorationDonald Trump has labelled Andy B…
South Africa stun South Korea to reach World Cup knockouts for the first time
Bafana Bafana, playing in the tournament for the first time since they hosted it in 2010, have reached the round of 32.…
Migrants left to endure deadly Paris heat with little shelter or aid
Hundreds of migrants in Paris are left exposed as a heatwave sweeps Europe.…
With a Round of 32 spot already clinched, the U.S. takes on Turkey in the World Cup
Two U.S. wins and two Turkey losses already on the books mean the Americans have won this World Cup group no matter the outcome of Thursday's game. St…
Mexico win 3–0 to eliminate Czechia and win all three World Cup matches
Mateo Chavez opened the scoring in the 55th minute, and Julian Quinones scored his second goal of the tournament in the 61st.…
Thousands feared dead as twin earthquakes cause devastation across Venezuel
Thousands feared dead as twin earthquakes cause devastation across Venezuela.…
Trump describes Burnham as 'the mayor of a town' and 'extremely liberal'
Donald Trump gives his first public reaction to the prospect of Andy Burnham becoming prime minister.…
Victorian Liberal party in turmoil as MP denies colleague’s accusations of assault
Police confirm they are investigating as sources close to accused MP say he vehemently denies the allegations and is considering legal actionFollow ou…
Trump kicks off America’s 250th celebration with campaign-style rally
President on National Mall rattles off list of apparent victories and says ‘I am thrilled to declare America is back’ Donald Trump kicked off what was…
Duck off: World Cup hero Merlín barred from Mexico game due to Fifa’s animal ban
World’s sixth-most famous duck falls short of dreamTwo-year-old must watch Czechia game from distanceMerlín the duck’s bid to see his beloved Mexico l…
Two years on, Kenyan families still seek justice after Gen Z protests
Families of those killed and missing say investigations have stalled as accountability remains out of reach.…
US opens second federal investigation of deadly Tesla crash into Texas home
Driver told authorities he had driver-assistance technology engaged before crash that killed 76-year-old Martha AvilaThe US government has opened a se…
Bill Gates says Epstein sought to blackmail him over extramarital affairs
Transcript of congressional testimony shows Microsoft founder spoke of ‘veiled’ threats made by late sex offenderMicrosoft founder Bill Gates told US …
Federal judge blocks Trump effort to make voters show proof of citizenship
Ruling is win for democracy advocates who have fought back against Trump’s push to take power over votingA US federal court blocked Donald Trump’s att…