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Construction equipment from major multinationals has been used by the Israeli military to demolish villages in south Lebanon, sparking concerns about potential complicity in war crimes. Experts say the use of bulldozers and excavators from companies like Caterpillar, JCB, and…

US President Donald Trump has endorsed a G7 statement on the Iran nuclear deal, despite growing domestic criticism. The statement, issued at the conclusion of the G7 summit, expresses support for a negotiated solution to the Iran nuclear issue. Republicans…

AO, the UK electrical retailer, has begun transferring its UK call centre operations to South Africa, resulting in significant job losses. Approximately 150 roles have been cut at the company's Bolton site. This move comes despite AO reporting a substantial…

The UK government will issue a full apology to survivors of forced adoption, a practice that occurred in England from the 1950s to the 1970s. Education secretary Bridget Phillipson described this period as 'shameful' in the country's history. During this…

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is considering offering Andy Burnham a significant position in government. This move is seen as an attempt to prevent a potential leadership contest. Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, has been mentioned as a possible…

Keir Starmer has indicated that Andy Burnham would be given a cabinet role if Labour wins the next general election and Burnham is elected as an MP. Burnham is currently the mayor of Greater Manchester and is considering running in…

Paul Powlesland, an environmental campaigner, has been threatened with prosecution by the Environment Agency. The agency claims he acted illegally by organising volunteers to clean up the River Roding. The volunteers removed litter, weed, and silt from the waterway. Powlesland…