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Thursday 28 May 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Thursday 21 May 2026
01:01
Manchester has seen the largest decrease in inner-city deprivation among major UK cities, a new report reveals. The city's improvement is a significant boost for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. Between 2010 and 2025, Manchester made a substantial contribution to…
00:45
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Nvidia’s revenue blows past Wall Street expectations as AI boom accelerates
Nvidia reported quarterly revenue of $7.19 billion, exceeding Wall Street expectations of $6.86 billion. The company's strong financial performance is largely attributed to the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs) are widely used in…
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00:44
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned Israel's treatment of activists on a flotilla attempting to break the Gaza blockade. The flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces, resulting in reports of violence and detainment of activists. Wong described the treatment…
Wednesday 20 May 2026
23:36
Thousands of Mississippians gathered at the state capitol in Jackson to rally for voting rights. The demonstration was held at the same location where the 'Mississippi Plan' was enacted in 1890, a set of laws that effectively disenfranchised Black voters.…
23:30
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Reeves to promise free summer bus rides for children and food tariff cuts in living costs package
Chancellor Reeves is set to unveil a living costs package, dubbed the 'Great British Summer Savings Scheme'. The scheme includes free summer bus rides for children, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on families during the holiday season. Additionally, food tariff…
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23:22
SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is set to make its stock market debut next month. The company's initial public offering (IPO) is expected to value the firm at $1.75 trillion. SpaceX has significant contracts with the US government, including NASA,…
23:16
The Australian Taxation Office has faced criticism for fining a 97-year-old woman for a late tax return. The woman's husband had recently passed away, and she was dealing with the aftermath. The fine has sparked outrage, with many calling for…
22:29
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Man charged with stealing camera equipment from Bondi shooting victim in aftermath of terror attack
A man has been charged with stealing camera equipment from a 61-year-old victim of a terror attack in Bondi. The attack occurred during a Hanukah event, where the 61-year-old man was fatally shot. Police allege the accused, who attended the…
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22:28
Bolivia is experiencing widespread unrest as protests against President Luis Arce's government continue for a second week. Demonstrators have clashed with police in La Paz, resulting in injuries and arrests. The US has warned of a potential 'coup d'état' amid…
22:16
A murder inquiry has been launched in London after a 64-year-old bus driver was fatally assaulted. The incident occurred near Battersea Bridge, where the driver was attacked following a confrontation. Police were called to the scene and the driver was…
22:04
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Young Americans demand court halt Trump’s biggest rollbacks of pollution protections
A group of young Americans has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking to block its rollback of key pollution protections. The suit claims the administration's actions are violating their constitutional rights to life and liberty. The plaintiffs argue…
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21:31
A sinkhole has forced the closure of a runway at New York's LaGuardia airport. The sinkhole was discovered at approximately 11am, prompting emergency crews to rush to the scene. Airport officials have confirmed the incident and are working to complete…
21:06
Canada is facing calls for an investigation into the death of 22-year-old international student Rodiyat Alabede. Alabede, a Nigerian student, died after donating plasma at a clinic in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Advocates claim her death was the result of a 'perfect…
20:55
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UK struggles to reassure Ukraine after easing new sanctions on Russian oil
The UK government is working to reassure Ukraine after a recent announcement on easing sanctions on Russian oil sparked concern in Kyiv. Ukraine had been pushing for tougher measures against Russia. The UK's decision to allow certain Russian oil products…
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20:51
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is expected to back Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's proposed immigration changes. These changes aim to limit both legal and illegal migration to the UK. Mahmood's plans are part of a broader effort by the government…
19:58
Documents have revealed that top advisers to UK Labour leader Keir Starmer were aware of an investigation into journalists who wrote about Labour Together, a group affiliated with the party. The probe has been described as 'indefensible' and targeted journalists…
19:39
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Aardvark calf born at Chester zoo is ‘doing brilliantly’ after bottle-feeding
Chester zoo has announced the birth of an aardvark calf, a rare event in captivity. The calf, named Womble, is only the second aardvark to be born at the zoo. Aardvark births are extremely rare in zoos due to the…
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19:37
A Norwegian court has blocked the extradition to Greece of migrant rights activist Tommy Olsen. The Tromsø court ruled that Olsen's actions, which Greece had sought to prosecute, are lawful and protected under international treaties. Olsen had been accused of…
19:37
Mexico's cartel wars have left tens of thousands of people disappeared, with many families searching for their loved ones. Relatives of the disappeared are now being targeted by organised crime groups, who threaten and kill those seeking to uncover the…
19:32
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Incoming Ofcom chair vows to take on ‘tech bros’
The UK's media regulator, Ofcom, is set to get a new chair, Ian Cheshire, who has pledged to tackle the issue of online safety. Cheshire aims to address the perception that Ofcom has been complacent and slow in regulating online…
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