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Tuesday 14 July 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Berliners have won a court battle to keep their local park, Görli, open at night. The park, located in the Kreuzberg district, has been a hub for community activity and a popular spot for residents. Mayor Franziska Giffey had planned…
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US insurers’ move to back vaccines sends ‘powerful’ message about safety of shots, experts say
US health insurers have reaffirmed their commitment to covering vaccine costs, despite efforts by Trump administration officials to question the vaccine schedule. This move is seen as a significant endorsement of vaccine safety by the insurance industry. The decision sends…
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12:19
British Airways CEO Sean Doyle has expressed concerns that high aviation taxes and rail ticket prices are hindering the UK's economic growth. The UK is falling behind its rivals in terms of tourism growth, with costly travel a major deterrent.…
12:00
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence has sparked a backlash, with some individuals turning to extremism. This anti-tech movement draws parallels with earlier techno-pessimist groups, such as the Unabomber, who targeted technology companies and individuals. The rise of AI has…
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‘It’s time to move forward’: Armenians vote in election closely watched by Russia and EU
Armenians have gone to the polls to elect a new parliament, with the vote seen as a crucial test for incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. Pashinyan's party, which has governed since 2018, is facing a challenge from pro-Russian opposition groups.…
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11:47
UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has revealed he spoke with US Vice-President Kamala Harris about a social media post by US Senator JD Vance. Vance had suggested that the murder of 17-year-old Henry Nowak was linked to a 'mass…
11:29
The UK's defence investment plan has been hindered by significant delays, damaging the country's credibility, a parliamentary committee has stated. MPs are calling for a government apology due to the setbacks. The delays have affected various defence projects, including the…
11:16
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Triple-action diabetes jab shown to reduce blood sugar and body weight
Researchers have announced promising results for a new triple-action diabetes injection, retatrutide. This medication is designed to tackle type 2 diabetes by controlling appetite and blood sugar levels, while also increasing the body's energy expenditure. Current diabetes treatments often focus…
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11:00
Kyiv's annual Book Arsenal literary festival has drawn large crowds, with many attendees eager to engage with writers and their works. The festival features a range of events, including book presentations, discussions, and workshops. This year's focus is on wartime…
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Wealthy investors are increasingly turning to woodland as a tax-efficient store of wealth, sparking concerns about the impact on natural habitats. A recent attempt to create a commercial forest along the English-Scottish border has highlighted the issue. The project, which…
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Lammy told JD Vance his remarks about Henry Nowak were ‘wrong’ – UK politics live
UK Justice Secretary David Lammy has criticized US Senator JD Vance for linking mass immigration to the murder of Henry Nowak. Lammy stated that Vance's remarks were 'wrong' and had a conversation with US Vice President Kamala Harris about the…
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10:00
Yves Sakila, a 36-year-old Congolese man, died in Dublin after being restrained by gardaí. The incident has sparked concerns among Ireland's black community about racial bias and police conduct. Sakila's death has drawn comparisons to that of George Floyd in…
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Marnie Lovejoy has become the first woman to chair the Grayling Society, a UK-based organization dedicated to conserving the grayling fish and its habitats. The grayling, known as the 'lady of the stream', is a native English species found in…
08:57
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One Nation leader Pauline Hanson tells rally Ben Roberts-Smith is a person ‘I respect and I admire’
Pauline Hanson has expressed support for Ben Roberts-Smith, a former Australian soldier facing war crimes allegations. Hanson told a rally she respects and admires Roberts-Smith, drawing parallels with her own experience. In 2003, Hanson was jailed for electoral fraud, but…
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Scammers are exploiting ChatGPT to trick online shoppers into visiting fake websites. The AI tool, designed to provide helpful recommendations, is being manipulated to promote bogus stores. Victims are led to believe these websites are genuine due to the perceived…
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England's social housing shortage is severe, with waiting lists so long it would take 119 years to clear them at the current building rate. This is based on the latest available data, which shows a significant gap between housing supply…
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Car industry pressing EU for further delay to Brexit EV tariffs
The European car industry is seeking a further delay to Brexit tariffs on electric vehicles. A deal struck in 2020 aimed to encourage local battery production by imposing tariffs on EVs with non-EU batteries from 2024. However, industry leaders claim…
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Peru's presidential election is heading for a runoff between two distinct candidates. Keiko Fujimori, daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, will face Pedro Castillo, a leftist congressman. This election marks the country's sixth presidential vote in 25 years, highlighting Peru's…
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The United Nations has warned that the escalating conflict between the US and Iran is pushing millions of people into hunger. The situation is particularly dire in countries such as Yemen, where years of war have already left many on…
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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv unleashes hundreds of drones on Russia after Putin rejected Zelenskyy meeting
Ukraine has launched a large-scale drone attack on Russia, targeting several cities including St Petersburg. The strikes come after Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The drone attacks mark a significant escalation in Ukraine's…
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