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Saturday 26 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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19:28
The UK government's proposed ban on social media for under-16s has been criticized by the Molly Rose Foundation, a charity that supports families affected by online harm. The charity argues that a blanket ban could be unworkable and ultimately "unravel".…
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Kennedy Center removes Trump’s name from its website after US judge’s order
The Kennedy Center has removed references to "Trump Kennedy Center" from its website, complying with a US judge's order. This decision follows a lawsuit related to the use of the Trump name in association with the performing arts venue. The…
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18:45
The United Nations has issued a warning about the severe stress on oceans due to human activities. The rate of sea level rise has doubled in the past decade, exacerbating coastal erosion and flooding. This trend is attributed to the…
18:43
UK Prime Minister Keir is focusing on achieving a few key objectives before his expected departure from office. His goal is to leave a lasting legacy, ensuring he is remembered beyond his tenure. With time running out, Keir is prioritizing…
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Letter: Dame Bridget Ogilvie obituary
Dame Bridget Ogilvie, a renowned British parasitologist, has passed away. She was a prominent figure in the scientific community, serving as director of the Wellcome Trust from 1991 to 1998. During her tenure, Ogilvie oversaw significant investments in biomedical research…
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18:18
Savannah Guthrie, host of NBC's Today show, has made a new plea for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie. Nancy Guthrie disappeared from her home in Arizona over four months ago. Savannah Guthrie shared a post on social media, saying "Bring…
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Tom Homan, former acting director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has threatened to deploy a large number of ICE agents to New York City. Homan, who serves as a border czar under Donald Trump, made the statement after…
18:10
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Prosecutor vows ‘swift’ justice in Toledo festival shooting as search for suspects continues
A shooting near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, left 12 people wounded on Saturday. The incident occurred outside a festival, but it is unclear if the event was directly targeted. No arrests have been made, with the search for suspects…
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17:49
Brain injuries, such as those caused by stroke or head trauma, pose significant challenges for patients and healthcare providers. Early intensive rehabilitation is widely recognized as crucial for optimal recovery. Readers have responded to an article highlighting the importance of…
17:48
Gerald Harrison has written to express frustration with British passport officials. Harrison holds both British and Irish passports, but an issue with his UK passport has left him trapped in bureaucratic limbo. He attempted to renew his British passport, but…
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Let’s call it what it is: antisocial media | Brief letters
Social media platforms have been criticized for their impact on society. The term "antisocial media" has been coined to describe their negative effects. This label reflects concerns over the spread of misinformation, online harassment, and decreased face-to-face interaction. Many people…
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17:47
Polly Creed has written to express her disagreement with a quote in a recent article that downplayed the value of a mother's work. The quote, which appeared in a discussion on women's roles, suggested that staying at home to care…
17:36
Debbie Crosbie, CEO of Nationwide, has seen her pay packet nearly double to £4.7m. This increase comes despite controversy surrounding executive bonuses. Crosbie received £3.2m in bonuses, a significant portion of her total pay. The mutual building society's takeover of…
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Lawsuit aims to block UFC event at White House on Trump’s birthday
The White House is set to host a UFC event on June 14, coinciding with former President Donald Trump's birthday. A lawsuit has been filed to block the event, alleging the Trump administration broke federal laws to accommodate it. The…
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17:09
David Sullivan's Sunday Sport newspaper has been found to have published sexualised images of 15-year-old girls as part of a feature called 'Countdown to 16'. The section used revealing photoshoots with young girls to trail topless pictures that would be…
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Researchers have found that a muscle growth drug may help reduce the loss of lean tissue when using slimming injections. The study involved patients taking GLP-1 medicines, which are commonly used to treat obesity and type 2 diabetes. GLP-1 medicines…
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Revealed: the ‘less lethal’ weapons Australian police don’t want you to know about
Australian police forces have been using "less lethal" weapons, including launchers that fire bullet-like missiles and stinger grenades, to disperse crowds. These weapons can cause serious injury or death, experts warn. Chemical irritants are also being deployed, posing a risk…
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16:54
Israel and Iran recently engaged in a significant exchange of fire, sparking concerns about the impact on regional peace efforts. The incident involved Israeli airstrikes on Iranian-backed militia targets in Syria, followed by retaliatory rocket attacks from Iranian forces. This…
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The families of victims of the Nottingham stabbings in June 2023 are calling for a change in medical confidentiality rules. They argue that medics should be allowed to breach confidentiality if a patient poses a risk to others. Valdo Calocane,…
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Senior Kinahan gang crime figure jailed for 24 years by Dublin court
A Dublin court has sentenced Sean McGovern, a senior figure in the Kinahan crime gang, to 24 years in prison. McGovern pleaded guilty to two charges related to a deadly feud that has been ongoing for several years. He was…
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