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The Board of Peace, a US-backed initiative, has attributed the stalled ceasefire in Gaza solely to Hamas, sparking criticism from analysts. This move has raised concerns that it may lead to a return to war in the region. The board's…

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is making a bid to retain her position under a potential new Labour leadership. Allies of Reeves are urging Labour MPs to support her if Keir Starmer is replaced. They argue that she is the only candidate…

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined a coalition of nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank. This move aligns Australia with other major countries, including the UK, Italy, France, Germany, Canada, Norway, the…

Kristen Stewart's 2004 film Catch That Kid sparked a passion for cars in a young viewer, who later pursued a career in Formula One. However, when their racing ambitions stalled, they sought a new challenge. This led to a drastic…

Tracker mortgages, which link interest rates to the Bank of England's base rate, are gaining popularity due to uncertainty surrounding future interest rate movements. This type of mortgage offers borrowers flexibility as payments decrease when interest rates fall. However, when…

The Mandalorian and Grogu, popular characters from the Star Wars universe, are set to star in a new big-screen adventure. This highly anticipated film is expected to draw large crowds. Meanwhile, James Graham's play Dear England, which explores the life…

Five toys on sale in Britain have been found to contain asbestos, sparking concerns about the UK's safety regime. The discovery was made in tests commissioned by the Guardian. Asbestos is a carcinogenic substance that can cause serious health problems.…

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has defended Labor's proposed changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing. The reforms, announced in last week's federal budget, have been met with significant criticism. Albanese delivered an impassioned argument in favour of the…

The Democratic Republic of Congo is struggling to contain an Ebola outbreak, with concerns growing that the virus is spreading rapidly. A new strain of the virus is affecting the country, making it harder for health officials to develop effective…

Trump Mobile, a phone company launched by the family of former US President Donald Trump, is investigating a potential data breach. The company has reported that the personal information of would-be customers may have been exposed. Names and contact details…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to take revenge after blaming Ukraine for an attack on a dormitory in Luhansk, a Russian-controlled region in eastern Ukraine. The attack allegedly killed six people. Ukraine has dismissed Putin's claim, stating that the…

California authorities have ordered the evacuation of 40,000 people in Orange County due to concerns over a chemical leak. A tank holding methyl methacrylate, a flammable and toxic chemical, is reportedly "actively in crisis". Methyl methacrylate is used in the…

Melbourne's hospitality industry is facing a wave of violent attacks, with over 50 people arrested since April for alleged involvement in firebombing bars, nightclubs, and restaurants. The attacks have left businesses and authorities searching for answers. Police are still unclear…