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Saturday 26 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Friday 05 June 2026
10:54
UK news
Peer ‘shocked’ that watchdog had not established Andrew’s property income
Margaret Hodge, a Labour peer, has expressed shock that the parliamentary watchdog had not established the property income of Prince Andrew. This concern arises from revelations that the former prince sublet a property on the Duchy of Cornwall estate, potentially…
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10:39
Business
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William Hill owner agrees £243m takeover by Greek casino and lottery firm
Evoke, the owner of William Hill, has agreed to a £243m takeover by Bally's Intralot, a Greek casino and lottery firm. The deal follows two months of negotiations between the companies. Bally's Intralot has extensive international operations, with a presence…
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10:27
Politics
No 10 says Starmer ‘will not walk away’ if Burnham officially enters Labour leadership contest - UK politics live
Downing Street has stated that Labour leader Keir Starmer will not step down if Andy Burnham enters the Labour leadership contest. Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, recently expressed interest in potentially running for the leadership position. This development comes…
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10:26
Business
No jet fuel shortage in Europe, transport chief says; UK house prices dip again – business live
European Transport Commissioner Adina Valean has stated that there is no jet fuel shortage in Europe, alleviating concerns about potential disruptions to air travel. This reassurance comes amid ongoing global energy market volatility. Meanwhile, in the UK, house prices have…
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10:00
Environment
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Ingredients in place for shift to plant-based diets – so why does meat still dominate?
The global food system is at a crossroads, with growing awareness of the need to adopt plant-based diets for better health and environmental sustainability. Meat consumption is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and water pollution. Despite these…
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10:00
Environment
Average person eats six times more chicken than in 1961, UN report finds
Global meat consumption has increased significantly over the past six decades, with the average person now eating six times more chicken than in 1961. A recent UN report highlights this trend, noting a fourfold rise in the global meat supply…
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10:00
Global development
‘Family values’ African charter condemned by rights groups as regressive and dangerous
The African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Family has been widely criticized by human rights groups. This draft treaty claims that sexual and reproductive health and rights pose an existential threat to the African family. Rights groups…
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09:33
Australia news
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Woman illegally strip-searched by police ‘reasonably thought’ officers would call her a liar, judge says
A New South Wales judge has ruled that a woman who was illegally strip-searched by police at a music festival had reasonable grounds to believe officers would not accept her account of the incident. The woman was one of several…
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09:27
Business
UK house prices fall for third successive month amid Iran war uncertainty
UK house prices have fallen for the third consecutive month, with a 0.1% drop in May. The average price of a typical home now stands at £298,806, according to lender Halifax. This decline is unexpected, given the usual seasonal trends.…
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09:24
UK news
US government criticises ‘two-tier’ UK policing after Henry Nowak murder
The US government has expressed concern over the state of UK policing, describing it as 'two-tier', following the murder of American student Henry Nowak. Nowak, 20, was stabbed to death in Nottingham. The US State Department offered condolences to his…
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09:06
Australia news
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ANU scandals during Julie Bishop’s tenure caused $100m in reputational damage, university estimates
The Australian National University (ANU) has estimated that scandals during Julie Bishop's tenure as chancellor caused $100m in reputational damage. Bishop served as chancellor from 2019 to 2022. The interim vice-chancellor revealed this information at a senate estimates hearing, citing…
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07:48
World news
Friday briefing: How Gaza, Lebanon and Iran have found themselves caught in an escalation without end
The Middle East conflict continues to escalate, with Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran caught in a cycle of violence. Global powers are preoccupied with oil markets and upcoming elections, diverting attention away from the region's humanitarian crisis. Civilians in these areas…
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07:43
Culture
James Handy, known for roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji, dies at home after fatal stabbing
James Handy, a veteran character actor, has died at the age of 81. He was found unconscious in the front yard of his home in Tarzana, Los Angeles, with fatal stab wounds. Handy was known for his roles in films…
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07:37
Media
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Tech companies invoke possibility of Trump’s wrath in fight against Labor’s media laws
Australia's proposed media laws, which would require tech companies to pay news outlets for shared content, are being contested by major tech firms. Google, Facebook, and other companies argue that the laws would violate the Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement.…
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07:27
World news
‘Extremely intelligent’ Japanese bear that attacked four people still at large, police say
Japanese authorities are searching for a highly intelligent brown bear that has attacked four people in the country's rural west. The bear's victims, all of whom survived, reported being bitten or clawed in separate incidents. Police describe the bear as…
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07:00
Business
UK shoppers return to high street as warm weather brings respite from shadow of war
UK shoppers have returned to the high street, with footfall increasing in May. British Retail Consortium figures show a rise in the number of people visiting stores, following a period of decline. The warm weather is thought to have contributed…
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07:00
Global development
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Gunshots at 9am. Then they rounded up the children: how Chibok-style school abductions are spreading in Nigeria
Nigeria has experienced another mass abduction of schoolchildren, with 39 pupils and seven teachers taken from classrooms in Oyo state. This incident marks a worrying expansion of Chibok-style school kidnappings to a region previously considered relatively peaceful. Oyo state, located…
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06:49
Australia news
A uni professor admitted using AI to write an opinion piece. Here’s what it revealed about trust in the technology
A university professor in Australia has admitted to using artificial intelligence to write an opinion piece, sparking debate about transparency and trust in the technology. The professor's decision to use AI without disclosure has raised concerns about the potential for…
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06:30
Environment
Country diary: The ‘queen of trees’ is holding a secret | Elizabeth-Jane Burnett
A towering beech tree in Eggesford Forest, Devon, has been observed holding a secret. The tree, described as the 'queen of trees', stands tall in the chilly wood. Its grandeur is not just a product of its size, but also…
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06:01
UK news
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Andrew sublet three cottages while paying ‘peppercorn rent’ to crown estate
Andrew, the Duke of York, sublet three cottages on the Windsor Royal Lodge estate while paying a nominal 'peppercorn rent' to the Crown Estate. This arrangement has been revealed in a report into royal property affairs. The Windsor Royal Lodge…
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