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Saturday 26 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Monday 15 June 2026
17:39
Italian police have recovered a moped stolen in 1984 and returned it to its owner. The Garelli bike was found during a roadside check when officers noticed it lacked a licence plate. The vehicle's identification numbers matched those of a…
17:36
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Arrested protesters devastated after appeal court rules ban on Palestine Action is lawful
The Court of Appeal has upheld the UK government's ban on Palestine Action, a direct action group. This decision means the proscription of the group remains in place. Palestine Action was banned in February 2023 under the Terrorism Act. The…
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17:16
Lebanon's latest truce has been met with cautious optimism by its war-weary population. Officials have welcomed the ceasefire, but many citizens remain uncertain about its durability. The country has experienced numerous failed ceasefires in the past, leaving residents skeptical. Lebanon…
17:12
Oil prices have fallen to a three-month low following a breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks. Brent crude dropped immediately after the announcement, sparking a market rally. The price decline is a significant development, given the current global economic climate. The…
17:11
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US-Iran peace deal hinges on shipping, sanctions relief and deferred nuclear talks
The United States and Iran have reached a tentative agreement that could pave the way for improved relations. Key components of the deal include the release of Iranian ships detained by the US and its allies, as well as sanctions…
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17:01
West Oakland residents are opposing a proposed $75m coal terminal, citing concerns over air quality and public health. The city already struggles with toxic waste and high pollution rates. The terminal, backed by a company linked to former President Donald…
16:51
A UK court has found Jamie Varley, a schoolteacher, guilty of sexual abuse and murder of his adopted baby. The trial took place in a Lancashire court, where Varley was described as a 'serial manipulator and a serial liar'. Varley…
16:51
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EU trade deficit with China reaches record €1bn a day, data shows
The European Union's trade deficit with China has reached a record high, with the bloc's imports exceeding exports by €1 billion per day. This significant imbalance is based on the latest available data. The EU's trade deficit with China has…
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16:48
Oil and gas prices are unlikely to return to prewar levels for months, despite a potential US-Iran peace deal. The conflict has led to significant stockpile depletion, with buyers now racing to refill emergency crude reserves. Markets have welcomed the…
16:20
Lidia 'Taty' Almeida, a prominent Argentinian activist, has died at the age of 102. Almeida spent 50 years searching for her son, who disappeared during the country's military dictatorship. Her son, Jorge Alberto Almeida, was one of the estimated 30,000…
15:45
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Tallying the global cost of the US-Israel war against Iran
The ongoing US-Israel war against Iran has resulted in significant human and economic losses. Thousands of lives have been lost, and many more have been displaced. The conflict has disrupted global oil supplies, causing prices to surge. This economic shock…
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15:40
A UK court has convicted two men of arson attacks linked to a Russian-speaking individual known as 'El Money'. The mastermind, who communicated with the perpetrators via Telegram, allegedly wanted the crimes to garner media attention. The case has drawn…
15:35
Two men have been convicted of arson attacks linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc were found guilty at the Old Bailey. The attacks targeted property and a car connected to the Prime Minister. The…
15:31
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Son of Norway’s crown princess convicted of rape and sentenced to four years in prison
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been convicted of multiple crimes, including two counts of rape and one count of domestic violence. The 25-year-old was sentenced to four years in prison. Høiby is the son…
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15:20
Israel's defence minister, Israel Katz, has stated that the country will not withdraw from territory in Lebanon. This declaration comes amidst heightened tensions in the region. The US and Iran recently announced an interim deal aimed at ending hostilities, which…
15:17
A 44-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the 2017 'Putney pusher' incident. The incident occurred on May 5, 2017, when a woman was pushed into the path of a bus on Putney Bridge in south-west London. Fortunately, the…
15:17
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Settler products from occupied Palestine sold to Europe as Israeli, investigation finds
European consumers are unwittingly purchasing products from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine, an investigation by non-profit Global Echo has revealed. These products are being deliberately mislabelled as "Made in Israel" to bolster the settler economy. Global Echo found that settler…
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13:58
Australia introduced restrictions on social media for children under 16 six months ago. The ban, aimed at protecting minors from online harm, has had varying effects on families. Some parents report a significant reduction in screen time, with children engaging…
13:52
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing a challenging week as his wife, Begoña Gómez, and former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero go on trial. Gómez and Zapatero are among several defendants charged with influence peddling and other offences.…
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Brisbane teenager allegedly plotted terror attacks on Liberal party targets, court hears
A Brisbane teenager has appeared in court, charged with planning terror attacks on Liberal party targets. The 17-year-old allegedly plotted to attack party figures and a Labour Day march. Prosecutors claim the teenager was influenced by the Unabomber, Ted Kaczynski,…
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