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Monday 13 July 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Tuesday 26 May 2026
17:00
Culture
Funny, absurd and sentimental: Mr Deeds is one of Adam Sandler’s most underrated films
Adam Sandler's 2002 film Mr Deeds is a romantic comedy that has flown under the radar despite its charm. Sandler plays the title character, a small-town man who inherits $40 billion from a distant relative. The movie follows his journey…
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16:58
World news
Czech police release Russian bishop after ‘white powder’ found in his car
Czech police have released Russian Bishop Hilarion after a 'white powder' was found in his car. Bishop Hilarion heads the Orthodox congregation in Karlovy Vary, a spa town in western Czech Republic. He was detained on Tuesday after the substance…
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16:45
Politics
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Greens to run scaled-back campaign in Makerfield byelection in potential boost for Burnham
The Green Party is set to run a scaled-back campaign in the upcoming Makerfield byelection. This decision could potentially boost the chances of Andy Burnham, the former Labour MP and current Mayor of Greater Manchester. Burnham is seeking to return…
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16:41
UK news
UK records highest ever May temperature for second day in a row
The UK has recorded its highest ever May temperature for the second consecutive day. On Tuesday, the temperature reached 35C at Heathrow, surpassing Monday's high of 34.8C at Kew Gardens in London. This unusual heatwave is affecting various parts of…
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16:32
UK news
Jury sworn in at trial of Jeffrey Donaldson for alleged sex offences
Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, is facing trial for alleged sex offences. A jury has been sworn in to hear the case, which is expected to last four weeks. This trial is one of the most…
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16:26
US news
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Federal court blocks new Republican-friendly voting map in Alabama
A federal court has blocked a new congressional voting map in Alabama, ruling it was drawn to intentionally discriminate against Black voters. The map, approved by Alabama's Republican-controlled legislature, would have reduced the number of districts with a majority of…
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16:02
UK news
Woman guilty of killing stepdaughter, five, by scalding almost 50 years ago
A woman has been found guilty of killing her five-year-old stepdaughter by scalding her almost 50 years ago. Janice Nix was convicted of manslaughter at Bristol Crown Court. The case related to the death of Andrea Bernard in 1978. Andrea…
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16:01
Environment
Renters could save $20bn on bills in a decade from rooftop solar and appliance upgrades – if landlords act
Rental properties in Australia could save approximately $20 billion on energy bills over the next decade. This potential saving is based on the adoption of rooftop solar and energy-efficient appliance upgrades. Research has identified a key obstacle to these upgrades:…
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16:00
UK news
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One in five people arrested over 2024 riots have since been reported for domestic abuse
Police data reveals that 21% of individuals arrested during the 2024 riots in England and Northern Ireland have since been reported for domestic abuse. This figure translates to 199 people out of the 949 detained. The riots, which took place…
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15:51
US news
Thomas Massie files to run in 2028 after losing to Trump pick Ed Gallrein
Thomas Massie, a conservative US Representative from Kentucky, has filed paperwork to potentially run for office in 2028. Massie recently lost a Republican primary to Ed Gallrein, a candidate endorsed by former President Donald Trump. Despite the filing, Massie has…
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15:46
World news
Spain blocks access to Polymarket and Kalshi as it launches gambling licence investigation
Spain has blocked access to prediction market websites Polymarket and Kalshi, citing potential breaches of the country's gambling regulations. These sites allow users to bet on a wide range of topics, including weather, sports, and politics. The Spanish regulator, Dirección…
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15:41
US news
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Nebraska woman injured after dog triggers shotgun near convenience store
A woman in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, was injured after a dog triggered a shotgun blast near a convenience store. Police responded to reports of gunfire at the store and found the woman with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred when a dog…
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15:37
UK news
Dig begins for remains of Troubles victim 50 years after disappearance
Seamus Maguire, a victim of the Troubles, disappeared in 1976. He is believed to have been killed and buried in County Antrim by republican paramilitaries. Fifty years on, a dig has begun to recover his remains. Maguire's family has long…
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15:12
US news
US senator says he was pepper sprayed by federal agents during protest at ICE facility
US Senator Andy Kim, a Democrat from New Jersey, reported being pepper sprayed by federal agents during a protest at an ICE facility. The incident occurred in New Jersey, where protesters had gathered to demonstrate against immigration policies. Kim stated…
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15:00
Global development
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‘What you see here is a wetland without water’: how the datacentre boom is exacerbating Chile’s mega-drought
Chile's push to become Latin America's technology hub is driving a surge in datacentre construction. Datacentres require significant amounts of water for cooling systems, straining local resources. The country is currently experiencing its worst drought in decades, with some areas…
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14:39
World news
Four people killed in Belgium in train and school bus collision
A collision between a train and a school bus at a level crossing in Belgium has resulted in four fatalities. The incident occurred near the town of Buggenhout in the Flanders region. Two of the victims were children, who were…
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14:29
Business
Oil price touches $100 a barrel as energy market may be past ‘point of no return’
Crude oil prices have surged to $100 a barrel following recent US strikes on Iran. The escalation of tensions between the two nations has dampened hopes of a peace deal, with experts warning that negotiations may be stuck in an…
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14:26
US news
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First Thing: Huge climate cost of emissions from US immigration enforcement flights
The US immigration enforcement agency's deportation flights are having a significant impact on the environment. Emissions from these flights have been found to be substantial, contributing to the climate crisis. During the Trump administration, mass deportation efforts led to a…
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13:58
Business
BP removes chair Albert Manifold over ‘serious’ governance and conduct concerns
BP has removed Albert Manifold as its chair, citing serious governance and conduct concerns. The decision is effective immediately. Manifold's departure follows an investigation into his conduct, details of which have not been publicly disclosed. Ian Tyler will take over…
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13:56
Environment
UK sees huge rise in ‘battery cow’ dairy farms, investigation reveals
The UK has experienced a significant increase in large-scale indoor dairy farms, known as "battery cow" farms. These farms, which can hold thousands of cows, have been criticized by campaigners for their potential to worsen pollution and compromise animal welfare.…
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