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Labour's likely next leader, Keir Starmer's successor, has called for a more open public debate about defence spending. This stance is part of a broader foreign policy outline that largely aligns with Starmer's views. The next Labour leader is expected…

Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated, with President Trump stating that the interim truce is "over". The US has conducted airstrikes on 170 targets over two nights in response to Iranian retaliatory strikes. Iran had targeted US bases…

Australia's antisemitism envoy, Jillian Segal, has called for increased oversight of the ABC and SBS, recommending a committee to review their coverage of Israel. Segal made the suggestion while testifying at the royal commission into antisemitism. She argued that such…

Great Britain's grid operator, National Grid ESO, has issued a warning over power supplies due to the ongoing heatwave. The alert comes as high temperatures are expected to continue, driving up electricity demand. National Grid ESO has asked electricity generators…

The UK housing market downturn appears to be easing, with surveyors reporting a slowdown in price declines. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) found that while prices are still falling, the pace of decline has slowed. This suggests that…

Marks & Spencer is set to celebrate 100 years of trading at London Fashion Week, marking a significant shift in the brand's reputation. Once known for its conservative and traditional clothing, M&S has successfully rebranded itself to appeal to a…

South Australian Senator Kerrynne Liddle recently claimed a person died due to a Telstra outage that affected triple-zero services. However, state police have stated they are unaware of any such death. Telstra has acknowledged the outage, which occurred on May…

Low-e windows are designed to reduce heat transfer, keeping homes cool in summer and warm in winter. This energy-efficient feature is achieved through a thin metallic coating that minimizes radiation. However, when used on bowed or curved glass, low-e windows…

Syrian women have established a commune in the north-east of the country, where men are not allowed. Jinwar, which translates to "woman's land", provides a safe haven for women fleeing war and hardship. The commune is guarded, but inside, residents…

Historian Matthew Champion challenges claims that mysterious symbols found at old English buildings are "witches' marks" used to ward off evil spirits. These symbols, including daisy wheels and other geometric patterns, have been discovered at various historic sites. Champion argues…

Ynys Enlli, an island off the coast of Gwynedd in northwest Wales, offers a unique glimpse into its rich history through its field names. The island's sole road provides a pathway to understanding its past, with field names serving as…

Western Europe has experienced its hottest June on record, with temperatures averaging 3C above the norm. This intense heatwave has exacerbated existing drought conditions, sparking wildfires and straining regional water supplies. Scientists attribute the extreme weather to climate change, citing…

The Democratic Party's chances of gaining control of the Senate in the upcoming midterms are under threat due to the controversy surrounding Graham Platner, a candidate in Maine's Senate race. Platner's campaign has been marred by allegations of misconduct, prompting…