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Saturday 26 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Thursday 04 June 2026
22:19
US news
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Senate Republicans narrowly block bid to bar Trump’s $1.8bn fund to pay allies
Senate Republicans have blocked a Democratic bid to prevent former President Donald Trump from using $1.8 billion in federal funds to pay legal bills for allies. The measure failed by a narrow margin, with three Republican senators crossing party lines…
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21:16
US news
Wildfire smoke has reversed US progress toward ozone air quality, study finds
Wildfire smoke has significantly impacted US air quality, reversing progress made in reducing ozone levels. Ozone, a key component of smog, is formed when pollutants from vehicles, industry, and other sources react with sunlight. The US had made substantial gains…
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21:05
Society
Hampstead Heath ponds to remain trans-inclusive after public back existing rules
The City of London Corporation has decided to maintain existing rules at Hampstead Heath's swimming ponds, ensuring trans individuals can continue to use the facilities that align with their gender identity. The decision follows a public consultation on the policy.…
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20:47
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Top Democrat urges end to secrecy over proposed ICE child detention center
US Senator Ron Wyden has expressed "grave concerns" over a proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) child detention center in Louisiana. The plan, first reported by the Guardian, would see families held at a sprawling facility. Wyden, a top Democrat,…
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20:38
Society
Family of girl left brain-damaged at birth accept £28m NHS payout
A family has accepted a £28m payout from the NHS after their daughter suffered brain damage at birth. The girl was born at Queen's Hospital in Romford in 2019, and her condition was caused by mistakes made during her delivery.…
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20:31
Politics
Reform’s Andrea Jenkyns storms out of meeting after discussion of Henry Nowak murder
Andrea Jenkyns, the mayor of Greater Lincolnshire, stormed out of a meeting with a cabinet minister after a heated discussion about the murder of Henry Nowak. The meeting was convened to address community tensions in the region. Jenkyns, a member…
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20:00
Environment
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‘They surprise me every time’: bees can use tools to solve problems, study finds
Bees have demonstrated their ability to use tools to solve problems, joining a list of species capable of solving the "box-and-banana" problem. This problem involves retrieving a reward from a container by using a tool to move an obstacle. The…
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19:42
World news
Mexico’s ex-president accuses US of plotting to weaken governing party
Mexico's ex-president Andrés Manuel López Obrador has accused the US of plotting to weaken his governing party. López Obrador claims Washington is using investigations into Mexican governors and propaganda to boost rival parties. This accusation comes amid ongoing tensions between…
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19:41
Society
Why is Andy Burnham talking about fixing England’s social care system?
England's social care system is facing a crisis due to chronic underfunding and staffing shortages. The system, which provides support for elderly and disabled individuals, has been struggling for years. Andy Burnham, a prospective MP and potential Labour leader, has…
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19:40
Environment
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Canada endorses embattled marine park’s plan to relocate 30 beluga whales
Canada has endorsed a plan to relocate 30 beluga whales from Marineland, a theme park in Ontario. The park had previously threatened to euthanize the whales in 2025 due to concerns over their care. The relocation plan, supported by the…
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19:40
Politics
Business secretary attacks ‘entitlement’ of Starmer leadership rivals
Business Secretary Peter Kyle has criticized the leadership style of rivals to Labour leader Keir Starmer, saying they exhibit an 'entitlement' that undermines the party's stability. Kyle's comments come as Labour prepares for its annual conference. He argues that British…
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19:28
US news
Trump to use wartime powers to dole out $700m to coal industry
US President Trump is invoking wartime powers to provide $700m in funding to the coal industry. The move utilizes the Defense Production Act, a law typically reserved for times of war or national emergency. Critics argue this decision prioritizes polluters…
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19:22
UK news
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Former student arrested after man shot with crossbow at University of Surrey
A 21-year-old Saudi national, formerly a student at the University of Surrey, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The incident occurred at the Manor Park student village in Guildford, where a man was shot with a crossbow. The…
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19:20
UK news
Britain’s only female naval commando among victims of Devon helicopter crash
Britain has suffered a tragic loss with the death of three Royal Navy personnel in a helicopter crash during a training exercise in Devon. Lt Lily-Mae Fisher, a pioneering female naval commando, was among the victims. She was the only…
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19:19
US news
Jury awards $176m to family of two boys fatally struck by LA socialite’s car
A Los Angeles jury has awarded $176 million to the family of two boys who were fatally struck by a car driven by socialite Rebecca Grossman. Grossman, the co-founder of the Grossman Burn Foundation, and former MLB player Scott Erickson…
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19:01
UK news
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Nowak murder: police accused of ‘anti-white bias’ five times more likely to stop black people
Hampshire police, the force that responded to the murder of 18-year-old Nowak, has been found to have a higher than average racial disparity in stop and search practices. Data shows that black people are five times more likely to be…
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19:00
US news
Republicans urge investigation into two men accused of abuse by Epstein assistant
Two new individuals have been accused of abuse by a former assistant of Jeffrey Epstein. Frédéric Fekkai, a well-known hair stylist, and Philip Levine, the former mayor of Miami Beach, are the subjects of these allegations. The accusations came to…
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18:59
Society
Reassurance for bladder cancer patients | Letters
Bladder cancer patients facing life-changing surgery can take heart from a personal account of resilience and recovery. Gail Cartmail, who has undergone such surgery, shares her experience to offer reassurance. Bladder cancer is a significant health concern, with thousands diagnosed…
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18:00
Environment
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California and New York weaken climate rules as red states ramp up green energy
California and New York, historically leaders in environmental policy, have recently relaxed some climate regulations. Meanwhile, several Republican-led states are accelerating their transition to renewable energy. Texas, in particular, has emerged as a clean-energy leader, with significant investments in wind…
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17:52
UK news
Letter: Lord Beecham obituary
Lord Beecham, a Labour peer and former leader of Newcastle City Council, has passed away. Mike Godridge, who worked with Lord Beecham, has written a letter paying tribute to his memory. Godridge recalls the 1970s and 1980s as exciting and…
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