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Tuesday 09 June 2026
01:01
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Child sexual abuse victims in England and Wales to get help to remove online images
The UK government has launched the Echo project to support victims of child sexual abuse in England and Wales. This initiative aims to help remove online images and videos of abuse, providing a crucial step towards ending the prolonged suffering…
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00:11
California's election count has been underway, with President Trump and his allies claiming widespread voter fraud. These claims, however, remain unsubstantiated. State and local election officials have found no evidence of significant voter fraud. The California count has been closely…
Monday 08 June 2026
23:47
OpenAI, the company behind the popular ChatGPT artificial intelligence tool, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the US stock market. This move is expected to be one of the largest tech IPOs in history. The company…
23:25
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Badenoch to vow to scrap public sector equality duty in effort to fend off Reform
UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch is set to pledge the abolition of the public sector equality duty. This duty requires public bodies to consider the impact of their decisions on different groups, including ethnic minorities and women. Badenoch will argue…
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23:04
The killing of a UK teenager, Henry Nowak, has been seized upon by senior Trump administration officials to promote an anti-immigration agenda. Nowak was stabbed to death in London, and his alleged killer is a migrant. Trump officials have used…
22:47
Apple has unveiled a revamped version of its Siri AI voice assistant, set to be released widely in the fall. The upgrade was announced by CEO Tim Cook at his final WWDC keynote. The new Siri AI features enhanced capabilities…
22:41
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‘Less lethal’ police weapons, Pocock on taxing datacentres, and revisiting Strictly Ballroom
Australian police forces have been using 'less lethal' weapons for crowd control, but details about these devices are not publicly disclosed. The lack of transparency has raised concerns among civil liberties groups. These weapons are designed to minimize harm, but…
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22:17
Todd Blanche, a longtime supporter of President Trump, has been nominated for the position of Attorney General. Blanche joined Trump's legal team in 2023 and has since been a key figure in the president's inner circle. His nomination is seen…
21:49
Todd Blanche, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, has been nominated to serve as US Attorney General on a permanent basis. Blanche has held the role in an acting capacity since April, overseeing several high-profile and contentious moves at the…
21:32
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Gordon S Wood, Pulitzer-prize winning historian, dies after being struck by a car in Rhode Island
Gordon S Wood, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, has died after being struck by a car in Rhode Island. Wood, a renowned academic, was hit while crossing a supermarket's parking lot. He later succumbed to his injuries. Wood was 89 years…
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21:19
US President Donald Trump has claimed he never guaranteed that the US would not engage in wars during his presidency. However, his past statements contradict this assertion. Trump has repeatedly suggested that he would avoid military conflict, stating that he…
21:00
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed hope that Reform UK councils will reconsider their decision to stop flying the Ukrainian flag. The councils had previously flown the flag in solidarity with Ukraine following Russia's invasion. Zelenskyy made the comments in…
20:53
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Scores of firefighters tackle major blaze at south London recycling centre
A major fire broke out at a recycling centre in Bermondsey, south London, requiring scores of firefighters to bring it under control. The blaze sent huge plumes of smoke rising high over the city, disrupting train travel in the area.…
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20:23
Tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated, with both countries exchanging missiles in recent days. This latest development highlights the complex relationship between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The two leaders have historically been close…
20:05
Israel and Iran have paused their recent escalation of hostilities. Tensions had risen significantly after a series of attacks and retaliations. US President Donald Trump intervened, calling for a halt to the violence. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged the…
19:59
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Nithya Raman leads Spencer Pratt in LA mayor’s race as vote-counting continues
Nithya Raman is currently leading Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral election, as vote-counting continues. Raman, a progressive, and Pratt, a former reality TV star, are vying for the second spot. The top two candidates will face off in…
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19:57
A federal judge has ruled that the $100,000 fee for H1-B visas introduced by President Trump is unlawful. The fee was part of an executive order issued last year, aimed at increasing funding for apprenticeship programs. H1-B visas are used…
19:51
Hattie Llewelyn-Davies, a dedicated advocate for homeless and housing charities, has passed away. She served as an active board member for several organizations, working tirelessly to address housing issues. Llewelyn-Davies's efforts focused on providing support and shelter for vulnerable individuals.…
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‘Wasn’t even good’: US tourist says she was charged €44 for two ice creams in Rome
A US tourist has sparked outrage after being charged €44 for two ice creams in Rome. The tourist posted about the incident on Facebook, where it received over 900 comments. Many commenters expressed sympathy for the tourist, while others defended…
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19:32
France and Germany have ended their joint project to build a European fighter jet due to disagreements between the companies involved. The decision marks a significant setback for Europe's common defence initiative. The project, launched in 2017, aimed to develop…