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Tuesday 14 July 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Monday 01 June 2026
12:56
US news
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First Thing: Trump tells critics to ‘sit back and relax’ as Iran claims to target US base
Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated, with the US confirming airstrikes on Iranian military sites over the weekend. Iran has retaliated by targeting an airbase used by the US to launch attacks in southern Iran. The US strikes…
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12:50
UK news
UK will not have to pay Rwanda £100m over failed asylum scheme, court rules
The UK government will not have to pay Rwanda £100m over the failed asylum scheme, a court has ruled. Rwanda had sued the UK, alleging a breach of agreement after the scheme was scrapped by the Labour government on its…
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12:03
UK news
Home Office sends letters to children as young as five saying they must leave UK
The UK Home Office has sent letters to children as young as five, informing them they must leave the country. These children are the dependents of care workers who entered the UK on a visa before a rule change in…
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12:00
US news
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‘We want fans to know the risks’: US immigrant rights groups mobilize across World Cup host cities amid ICE fears
US immigrant rights groups are mobilizing across World Cup host cities to warn visitors about potential rights violations. Over 120 groups have issued a joint warning to the 10 million expected visitors, citing concerns over immigration enforcement. The warning comes…
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12:00
US news
‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?
Rob Sand, a Democrat who supports hunting, is running for governor in Iowa. His candidacy comes as President Trump's approval ratings decline and gas prices increase. Democrats see an opportunity to capitalize on these trends and potentially lead a blue…
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11:00
Society
Young Britons feel disconnected and locked out of creative arts, charity says
Young people in Britain feel disconnected from the creative arts, with 87% of 18- to 30-year-olds believing they have fewer artistic opportunities than previous generations. Research conducted for the Roundhouse in London highlights this disparity. The charity, which provides opportunities…
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10:50
Business
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Oil and gas prices rise as US and Iran trade strikes; UK house prices fall – business live
British house prices declined 0.6% in May, marking a slight downturn in the market. Despite this drop, prices remain 1.7% higher than they were a year ago, according to Nationwide's latest report. The annual growth rate has slowed, however, as…
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10:28
Business
EasyJet says US takeover bid would be ‘highly opportunistic’
EasyJet's shares have surged to their highest level in three months after investment group Castlelake disclosed it is considering a takeover bid. The airline has responded by stating that any such offer would be 'highly opportunistic'. Castlelake has been building…
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10:28
Politics
No 10 braced for ‘excruciating’ revelations as messages between Mandelson and ministers to be released – UK politics live
The UK government is preparing for potentially damaging disclosures as over 1,000 pages of documents related to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador are set to be released. These documents include messages between Mandelson and government ministers. Sources suggest the…
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10:18
Australia news
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‘Imminent threat’: charges laid against 13-year-old who allegedly planned attack on Queensland school
Queensland police have charged a 13-year-old boy with planning an attack on a regional school north of Brisbane. The alleged threat was deemed an "imminent threat" by authorities. State counter-terrorism police said the plan was "quite well advanced". The school,…
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10:09
Media
Two US political commentators say they have been banned from entering UK
US political commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker claim they have been banned from entering the UK. The two men, known for their left-wing views, were scheduled to speak at SXSW London, a conference focused on media, culture, and technology.…
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10:05
Australia news
Queensland police shoot pet dog after running it over as distressed residents watch on
Queensland police shot a pet dog after accidentally running it over in a Mount Isa street. The incident occurred when police were responding to an unrelated call. Witnesses reported hearing the sound of a vehicle striking the dog, followed by…
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10:00
World news
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Brutal and emboldened: how Nigeria’s bandit crisis spun out of control
Nigeria is grappling with a worsening bandit crisis, fueled by conflicts over land and resources. Climate breakdown, deforestation, and population growth have exacerbated the issue. The country's northwestern region has been particularly affected, with bandits carrying out kidnappings, killings, and…
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09:25
Australia news
Jim Chalmers says budget changes allowing first home buyers to ‘have a crack’
Australia's Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, has announced changes to the federal budget aimed at assisting first home buyers. The move comes as the country's housing market continues to experience a downturn. Auction success rates have plummeted, with only 54.5% of homes…
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09:17
Environment
Typhoon Jangmi threatens Japan as Europe swelters
Typhoon Jangmi is moving towards Japan, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain to parts of the country. The storm is expected to make landfall in the coming days, prompting warnings of potential flooding and damage. Japan's meteorological agency has issued…
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09:02
Australia news
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Afternoon Update: Chalmers says auction decline a ‘good thing’ for new buyers; Abbott downplays One Nation surge; and an amateur pianist’s big moment
Treasurer Jim Chalmers views the decline in auction clearance rates as a positive development for new home buyers. The decrease follows tax changes announced in his budget last month, aimed at cooling the housing market. Chalmers believes this shift will…
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09:00
Money
UK house prices fall for first time this year amid rising interest rates
UK house prices have fallen for the first time this year, with the typical price dropping to £278,024 in May. This decline is attributed to rising interest rates, which have increased borrowing costs for potential homebuyers. Nationwide's latest data shows…
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08:00
Science
Striped rock dismissed as natural in 1928 reclassified as UK’s oldest cave art
Scientists have reclassified a striped pattern on the walls of Bacon Hole, a cave near the Mumbles in south Wales, as the UK's oldest cave art. The streaks, initially dismissed as natural in 1928, have been dated to the Palaeolithic…
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07:46
World news
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Monday briefing: Does Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponization fund’ signal a new era of law and disorder?
US President Donald Trump has established a $1.8bn 'anti-weaponization fund' aimed at countering perceived politicization of government agencies. This move is seen as part of a broader effort to reshape the federal bureaucracy. The fund's purpose is to investigate and…
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07:00
UK news
Toxic identity politics ‘tearing’ us apart, says former Oldham council leader
Former Oldham council leader Arooj Shah has warned that toxic identity politics is dividing communities in the UK. 25 years after racial tensions boiled over into riots in Oldham and other northern towns, Shah says extremist groups are still exploiting…
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