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Monday 13 July 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Saturday 23 May 2026
21:58
The UK has experienced its hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures in Kent reaching 30.5C. This marks the first time since 2012 that the UK has exceeded 30C in May. The high temperature was recorded at Gravesend…
20:40
Gisèle Pelicot, a French campaigner, has spoken publicly about finding love and trust again after a decade-long rape ordeal. Pelicot was drugged by her ex-husband and sexually assaulted by dozens of men. Her ex-husband, who has been convicted and jailed,…
19:56
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US temporarily bans green-card holders from entering country from African nations
The US has implemented a temporary ban on green-card holders entering the country from certain African nations. This measure is intended to prevent the spread of Ebola to the US. The ban affects travelers who have visited Guinea, Democratic Republic…
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18:00
Labour leader Keir Starmer has requested that TNT Sports make the upcoming Champions League final available to view for free. The match, between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, is significant as it marks the first time a Champions League final will…
17:36
The Greater London Authority is considering an investigation into Zack Polanski, leader of the Green party, over allegations related to council tax on his houseboat. A formal complaint has been made, prompting an official assessment into potential breach of conduct…
17:21
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Iran hosts Pakistani delegation amid diplomatic flurry to avert new US strikes
Iran has hosted a high-level Pakistani delegation as part of a diplomatic effort to avert potential new US strikes. The visit comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the US. Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir met with Iranian officials,…
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17:19
Three people have died and 18 first responders have been sickened by apparent fentanyl exposure in New Mexico. The incident occurred when emergency responders were called to a scene where four people were found apparently overdosing. The first responders, including…
16:33
The White House has temporarily halted the removal of detainees to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to a widening Ebola outbreak. The DRC is currently experiencing its second-largest Ebola outbreak on record, with over 2,000 cases reported. The…
16:27
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Judge dismisses lawsuit brought by author Michael Wolff against Melania Trump
Michael Wolff, author of several books about the Trump administration, had a lawsuit dismissed by a judge. Wolff's suit was an attempt to preempt a potential billion-dollar lawsuit from Melania Trump. The potential lawsuit stems from statements made by Wolff…
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16:00
US President Donald Trump has reversed his stance on a proposed safety review of new AI models, abandoning a key provision in his recent executive order on artificial intelligence. The order, aimed at promoting AI development in the US, initially…
15:49
Travellers at the Port of Dover are experiencing significant delays due to high volumes of traffic and hot weather. Wait times of over two hours have been reported at the terminal for the cross-Channel ferry to France. To alleviate congestion,…
15:00
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Is Cornwall’s newest high street an inspiring model, or a threat to nearby Newquay?
Cornwall's newest high street, Nansledan, has been hailed as a model for community-focused retail. This extension of Newquay is designed to be a thriving hub with shops, cafes, and homes. Nansledan's development is part of a larger plan to create…
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Côte d’Ivoire remains vigilant about the threat of jihadism, 10 years after a major attack in the commercial capital Abidjan. The country's northern regions bordering Mali and Burkina Faso are particularly at risk. Militant groups have been active in these…
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Santa Rosa Island, located off the coast of California, is a unique ecosystem home to flora found nowhere else on Earth. A wildfire currently raging on the island has raised concerns among experts about the survival of its distinctive habitat.…
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‘They’re playing with people’s lives’: the double amputee detained by ICE speaking out at public events
Rodney Taylor, a double amputee from Atlanta, is speaking out about his detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Taylor, who has lived in the US for over 30 years, was detained for several months, leading to a decline…
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California's gubernatorial election has become increasingly complex, with a large field of candidates and no clear frontrunners. The Democratic primary is particularly significant, as it may shape the future of the party. Multiple candidates are vying for the top spot,…
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New Orleans attorney Richard Trahant has appealed to the Louisiana Supreme Court after being fined $400,000 for his role in exposing a clergy abuser. Trahant helped facilitate the removal of a priest from a school, which led to the fine.…
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‘You can’t control everything’: the rise in plastic surgeons asked to create ‘AI face’
The increasing popularity of AI-generated beauty standards has led to a surge in requests for unrealistic cosmetic procedures. Plastic surgeons are reporting a rise in patients seeking to alter their appearance based on recommendations from chatbots and virtual beauty tools.…
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Canada's stricter asylum rules are resulting in rejected refugees being turned over to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Many of these individuals are attempting to reunite with family members already in the United States. Upon being rejected at the…
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The UK government's 'one in, one out' refugee scheme has come under scrutiny after a man sent to France under the program returned to Britain. He claims to be one of many who have made the journey back, with 18…