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US may be ‘forced to intervene’ in the Red Sea
US may be 'forced to intervene' in the Red Sea…
My son was jailed indefinitely for stealing a mobile - we've waited 21 years to see him released
Leroy Douglas has spent almost as long in prison as one of Wales' most notorious murderers.…
Beijing hits back at Anthropic CEO's call to curb China's AI development
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday hit back at a call from the head of Anthropic for the U.S. to curb China's artificial intelligence capab…
The powerful millionaires hiding in plain sight
They own car dealerships, law firms, dental practices, and restaurant chains. Collectively, these overlooked business owners hold far more wealth than…
Swedish centre-left opposition widens lead to three seats with 95% of votes counted – Europe live
The parliament isn’t set to meet until late September to elect a new speaker, and then prime ministerSenior figures in the Social Democratic party are…
At least one dead, 25 missing after boat carrying migrants sinks off Greece
At least 51 people rescued as search operation continues off the island of Gavnos near Crete.…
'This is what women in sport look like' - Hunt responds to Sweeney advert
British sprinter Amy Hunt is among the female athletes to criticise the controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney.…
New Carlo Rovelli book challenges science's understanding of reality and the universe
In his latest book, the world-renowned physicist draws on science and philosophy to explore the notion that the university and reality are fully knowa…
UK ministers urged to act after US flies out diplomat accused of possessing indecent images of children
US officials reportedly raided envoy’s London home and took him to American airbase without warning Met policeUK politics live – latest updatesBritish…
Queen’s secret Whitlam correspondence inspires Sydney Theatre Company play in 2027
STC’s 2027 program also features Celeste Barber in Amy Sedaris and David Sedaris play, Tim Minchin as Scrooge and the return of The Picture of Dorian …
Richard Tice accuses Labour of ‘trying to change rules retrospectively’ after Reform receive £72m in donations – UK politics live
Labour MPs and unions are pressuring the government to legislate for a stricter cap on political party donationsRichard Tice, Reform UK’s deputy leade…
Pauline Hanson’s comments about Indigenous Australians condemned as ‘nasty’ and ‘derogatory’
Indigenous senators have criticised One Nation leader saying the comments showed ‘wilful ignorance’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest upda…
‘Tidal wave’ of Pfas being launched to satisfy AI industry, campaigners warn
Big manufacturers planning to produce more of the forever chemicals to meet demand from datacentresPfas companies are launching a “tidal wave” of fore…
Monday briefing: What do Reform’s record-setting donations mean for the party – and our politics?
In today’s newsletter: As Labour MPs scramble to realign later today around a bill that could stop donations like this in their tracks, a look at new …
Jack Thorne warns some fellow scriptwriters are using AI ‘to cheat’
Adolescence co-writer criticises government inaction and calls for laws banning secret use of AI to generate scriptsJack Thorne, one of Britain’s most…
Rise in abuse of election candidates is ‘changing politics’ in England
Electoral Commission finds abuse, particularly of women, minority ethnic and disabled people, is affecting candidates’ behaviourAbuse and intimidation…
One Nation vows to cut migration by 750,000 sparking fears for key industries including aged care
New immigration policy has attracted bipartisan condemnation with Labor warning it would damage construction, aged care and agricultureFollow our Aust…
Trump warns against slowing down AI but he is not against some guardrails
President Trump said there were "negative forces" predicting things that he says won't happen.…
USA defeat France to win 12th FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup
Breanna Stewart leads comeback win for the record champions despite France's early lead in the Berlin final.…
A third person has died of measles in the US, health officials say
Pennsylvania reports that a 40-year-old woman died from the disease, which was declared eliminated in the US in 2000.…
Andy Burnham to host entrepreneurs and local mayors at No 10 on Monday
Prime minister vows to ‘reindustrialise Britain’ through new partnership with business The prime minister is to host business leaders, entrepreneurs a…
‘Sweat the asset’: new development minister plots path to make UK aid count
Kirsty McNeill reaffirms Labour’s 0.7% of GDP pledge and promises value for money to allay voter concernsThe development minister, Kirsty McNeill, has…
India win Women’s Asia Cup but do not accept trophy
India were not present at the trophy ceremony, which was led by Pakistani Interior Minister and ACC President Naqvi.…
Swedish party blocs tied after Sunday vote, projections say
With 50% of the votes counted, the two main blocs were separated by only 20,000 votes, Sweden public broadvasteer SVT said.…
'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges
Burnham has said those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.…
Deep-fried food banned under new school dinner rules in England
The government describes its new school food standards as "once-in-a-generation changes".…
Ronaldo calls for life bans of Saudi Pro League fans after Jota chants
Fans at Al-Taawoun and Al-Hilal game seem to taunt Ruben Neves by chanting name of deceased teammate, Diogo Jota.…
Swedes vote in election that could see far-right in government
Voting is under way in Sweden in a closely fought election that could see the far-right enter government.…
Donald Trump doubles down on support for united Ireland
US president says ‘many people agree’ with his view on unification, brushing off Andy Burnham’s opposition to referendumDonald Trump has reiterated hi…
Wisconsin congressman swims to safety after plane makes emergency landing in lake
Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany and pilot swim to safety after plane made emergency landing in lakeA Republican congressman said he had…