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Saturday 26 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Wednesday 08 July 2026
06:30
Butterfly sightings have been unusual this year, with some species emerging earlier or later than expected. The meadow brown, a common butterfly in the UK, has been spotted in the West Midlands. Despite the challenges posed by changing weather patterns,…
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Palestinians brace as Israeli settler figures in coalition seek to cement West Bank gains before election
Palestinians in the West Bank are facing increased pressure from Israeli settlers. The number of farm outposts, often established through violent means, is growing. These outposts are used to seize territory, expanding Israeli settlement in the area. Radical elements within…
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A recent poll has found that two in five Britons believe Muslims are unable to integrate into UK society. This perception is a concern for community relations and social cohesion. The survey's findings have been highlighted by the government's former…
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The town of Epping in Essex has been embroiled in controversy for over a year, sparked by the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl by an asylum seeker. The incident led to widespread protests, with many residents expressing concerns about…
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Investigations into former anti-corruption chief Paul Brereton nixed over cost concerns
The National Anti-Corruption Commission has dropped investigations into former anti-corruption chief Paul Brereton due to cost concerns. Brereton, a former judge, led the New South Wales Independent Commission Against Corruption. Two complaints were made against him, but inspector Gail Furness…
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Ukraine's military has targeted Russian "shadow" tankers, which secretly supply fuel to the Russian military. This move comes as Russian strikes continue to hit Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv. Two people were injured in a recent attack on Kyiv.…
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Telstra, Australia's largest telecommunications company, has apologised for a major outage that affected millions of mobile users. The issue, which occurred due to a problem with the company's timing system, caused disruptions to mobile services, regional train networks, and triple-zero…
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Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial after 35-year sentence in killing of Austin Metcalf
Karmelo Anthony, 19, has filed a motion for a new trial after being sentenced to 35 years in prison for his role in the killing of Austin Metcalf. Anthony's defense team argues that prosecutors coerced him into waiving his right…
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Iran has accused the US of violating a peace agreement after US strikes targeted sites around the Strait of Hormuz. The US military launched the strikes in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels on Tuesday. These attacks were…
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A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot a motorist during a traffic stop in Houston. Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was killed in the incident. His son claims Araujo was looking to hire workers at the time of the…
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Plenty of players but no grassroots: can China ever grow into a footballing giant?
China's amateur football matches often draw large crowds, surpassing those of some European leagues. However, experts argue that these events are more spectacle than substance, lacking a clear pathway to the professional game. Despite a significant number of players, China's…
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A new AI-powered blood test being trialled by two NHS trusts could potentially spare thousands of women from undergoing painful transvaginal ultrasound scans. The test aims to detect ovarian cancer, a disease that affects over 7,000 women in the UK…
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The US military has launched strikes against Iran in response to recent attacks on commercial vessels. The strikes, which took place on Tuesday, targeted Iranian assets in the Strait of Hormuz. This marks the first known US military action against…
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Manhattan building sparks evacuations after two structural columns buckle
A Manhattan building under renovation has been evacuated after two structural columns buckled, prompting concerns about its stability. The building, which is being converted into apartments, was found to have multiple cracks and sagging floors. The evacuations were ordered as…
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A massive gathering in Newport Beach, California, on the Fourth of July resulted in over 400 arrests. The event was organized online, with thousands of people descending on the city's beaches and streets. Newport Beach authorities had anticipated a large…
Tuesday 07 July 2026
23:24
Prosecutors in Utah have presented new evidence in the case of Charlie Kirk's killing, including a video that allegedly shows suspect Tyler James Robinson climbing onto a roof. The Utah county attorney's office says this evidence is sufficient for the…
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Australia news live: major outage hits Telstra mobile network; PM to host three Pacific leaders in Brisbane
Telstra, Australia's largest telecommunications company, is experiencing a major outage affecting its mobile network. The issue has disrupted services for many customers across the country. Telstra has acknowledged the problem and is working to resolve it as quickly as possible.…
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Australian economists have downgraded their recession forecasts, citing a less severe impact from the Middle East conflict than initially anticipated. This reassessment comes as global markets continue to monitor the situation. The conflict had sparked concerns of a significant economic…
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Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college freshman, has been found dead on a Mississippi island. His body was identified by his mother after a search effort was launched when he was reported missing. Wells had been on a boat trip with…
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US appeals court strikes down key part of Florida law restricting campus race and gender discussions
A US appeals court has struck down a key part of Florida's Stop Woke Act, a law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis that restricts discussions of race and gender on college campuses. The law, officially known as the Individual Freedom…
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