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Monday 13 July 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Democratic chair faces calls to quit over ‘shambles’ of election autopsy release
The Democratic National Committee is facing criticism over its handling of an internal report on the 2020 election. DNC chair Ken Martin has been accused of suppressing the report for months, only to release it with a disclaimer that it…
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US fuel prices are unlikely to return to prewar levels this year, even if the conflict with Iran were to end immediately. Prior to the war, national average gas prices hovered around $3 per gallon. The ongoing conflict has led…
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The UK's young workforce is facing significant challenges adapting to the workplace, with many struggling with anxiety. Former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn has highlighted the issue, citing the need for greater flexibility and mental health support from employers. This…
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UK needs ‘national consensus’ over rejoining EU, David Miliband says
Former UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband has called for a "national consensus" on the country's relationship with the European Union. Miliband's comments come amid reports that UK officials have proposed rejoining the EU's single market for goods. This move would…
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Cave diving has claimed several lives in the Maldives, specifically in Vaavu atoll, highlighting the inherent risks of this activity. Experts stress that cave diving requires specialized training, meticulous planning, and proper equipment to minimize the danger. The recent tragedy…
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Berlin experienced its longest power outage since World War II earlier this year, lasting five days. The incident was claimed by a mysterious group called the Volcano Group. Little is known about the group, but their actions have sparked speculation…
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Donald Trump’s revenge tour against Republican dissenters is in full swing. Will it backfire?
Donald Trump's campaign to punish Republican lawmakers who voted for his impeachment is underway. Trump has endorsed primary challengers to several Republican members of Congress who supported his impeachment. These lawmakers, including Representatives Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, have been…
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UK, German and French aid cuts will have a devastating impact on the most vulnerable populations, a recent study warns. The three European nations are leading donor countries, but they have significantly slashed their aid budgets. This reduction in aid…
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Chancellor Jeremy Reeves has announced a tax cut on children's meals during the summer holidays. The measure aims to help families save money, but restaurateurs are skeptical about its impact. They describe the move as a political 'soundbite' that will…
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Final frontier for meds? UK startup sends drug-making into space
UK startup BioOrbit has launched a mission to develop a new method of producing cancer medication in space. The company is utilizing microgravity to create crystals of a cancer drug that can be used to develop a self-injected treatment. This…
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Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is building a team of key aides and allies as he navigates his political career. Burnham, a former Labour cabinet minister, has been mayor of Manchester since 2017. His team includes Liam Gallagher, a former Labour…
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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…
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Fraudster trying to sell fake ancient statues to Sotheby’s foiled over bogus invoices
A 46-year-old man, Andrew Crowley, has been caught attempting to sell fake ancient statues to Sotheby's auction house. Crowley supplied paperwork to verify the statues' authenticity, but experts found the documents to be forged. The invoices and other papers were…
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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…
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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…
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‘There is no great master plan’: anxiety as UK homes, roads and railways sink into the sea
Coastal erosion is increasingly affecting communities in the UK, with homes, roads, and railways being lost to the sea. Rising sea levels and more frequent storms are exacerbating the problem. Many areas are experiencing significant erosion, with some homes being…
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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…
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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…
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Stephen Hawking’s father worried his son ‘does not study much’, diaries reveal
Stephen Hawking's father, Frank Hawking, expressed concerns about his son's academic habits in his diaries. The diaries, uncovered in a new biography, reveal Frank Hawking's worries that Stephen 'does not study much'. He also noted that his son had 'little…
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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…