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Wednesday 15 July 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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More than 100 UK lawmakers have signed a letter calling on the government to cancel a real estate event in London. The event promotes properties in Israeli settlements in the West Bank, which is considered occupied territory under international law.…
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Revealed: DWP still allowing unpaid carers to run up debts despite being told about overpayments
The UK's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) continues to allow unpaid carers to accumulate debts due to overpayments, despite being notified of the issue. Chris Farrell, a 65-year-old carer, received benefits for six months after repeatedly requesting that payments…
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17:30
Marjorie Taylor Greene has expressed criticism of Donald Trump's plans to host a UFC event on the White House lawn to mark his 80th birthday. Trump, who has not officially announced a re-election bid, has been using his birthday as…
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The UK's wealth gap has been widening for decades, with the richest 1% holding an increasingly large share of the country's wealth. Economist Phillip Inman argues that introducing a wealth tax could help reverse this trend. A 2% levy on…
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Kidnapped US journalist faces Taliban captor in court as 42-year sentence caps long saga
US journalist David Rohde faced his Taliban captor, Haji Najibullah, in court, marking a significant development in a saga that began in 2008. Rohde, a New York Times journalist, was kidnapped and held for months by the Taliban in Afghanistan…
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16:00
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is not the focus of attention, instead, it's his colleague, mayoral candidate from a different city, that is making headlines. Yvette Simpson and other mayoral candidates have received endorsements from Rep. Ritchie Torres and…
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Mourners gathered in large numbers along Bangkok's streets to pay their respects to Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha, also known as Princess Bha. The princess, who was the daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, passed away on December 27, 2022, at the age…
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Longtime New York City TV anchor announces retirement after revealing Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Bill Ritter, a veteran TV anchor on New York City's WABC, has announced his retirement after 22 years with the station. Ritter, who has been a fixture on the city's airwaves since 2001, revealed he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's…
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Radio Jornalera NJ, a grassroots community radio station, has been shedding light on the harsh conditions faced by immigrants in detention at New Jersey's Delaney Hall. Delaney Hall is a federal detention center that holds individuals awaiting immigration proceedings. The…
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Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, plans to resume flights by the end of this year. The company's New Shepard rocket suffered an explosion during an uncrewed test flight in September 2022. The incident occurred at the company's launch site…
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Ask for help, take chances and be kind to yourself: readers’ tips for young jobseekers
The UK job market remains challenging for young people, with many struggling to secure employment. Experienced professionals have shared their advice for those navigating this difficult landscape. Key tips include asking for help when needed, taking calculated risks, and practicing…
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Workers have begun removing former President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington, following recent court rulings. The removal process started under the cover of darkness, with a screen erected to conceal the work. Trump's name was added…
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The United States has denied responsibility for a series of attacks on Ecuadorian fishing boats in the eastern Pacific. Three vessels have been struck in recent months, with the most recent incident occurring last week. The crews of the affected…
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Pioneering UK Nerve Lab harnesses AI to map effect of children’s screen time
The UK Nerve Lab is leveraging artificial intelligence to investigate the impact of screen time on children's brains. This research aims to provide a deeper understanding of how excessive screen time affects young minds. The lab's findings will inform parents,…
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The Federal Communications Commission has initiated a public comment process for the renewal of certain ABC licenses. This move is seen as significant, as it allows the public to weigh in on the broadcaster's fitness to hold licenses. The decision…
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Dmitriy Popov, a New York man, has been convicted of manslaughter as a hate crime for fatally stabbing O'Shae Sibley, a gay dancer, in Brooklyn in 2023. The conviction carries a potential sentence of 25 years in prison. Sibley's death…
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ICE, borders and DHS: what’s in Trump’s $70bn immigration crackdown bill?
President Trump has signed a $70bn immigration bill into law, providing funding for his deportation efforts through the end of his second term. The bill allocates funds to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security…
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12:27
Police in Essex have arrested three teenagers in connection with the death of a 21-year-old man. The victim was found critically injured in Central Park, Chelmsford, and later died. A 14-year-old boy is among those being held by police. The…
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Former US Attorney Barbara McQuade has written a book detailing how Donald Trump's leadership style is eroding democracy in the United States. McQuade draws parallels between Trump's behavior and that of a mafia boss, citing his expectation of loyalty and…
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Head of Commons media committee denies writing article accusing BBC of bias
Caroline Dinenage, chair of the Commons media committee, has denied writing an article published under her name that accuses the BBC of bias. The article, which remains on the ConservativeHome website, criticizes the broadcaster's coverage of certain topics. Dinenage's denial…
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