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Thursday 28 May 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Wednesday 20 May 2026
12:00
Business
Call for food price caps ‘completely preposterous’, says M&S boss
Stuart Machin, the boss of Marks & Spencer, has dismissed calls for food price caps as "completely preposterous". Machin argues that such measures would be ineffective and potentially counterproductive. Instead, he believes the government should focus on reducing the tax…
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11:38
UK news
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There could be 1,000 or more victims of black-cab rapist John Worboys, says Carrie Johnson
Carrie Johnson, wife of former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, has expressed relief after black-cab rapist John Worboys was denied parole last week. Johnson had a personal encounter with Worboys in 2007, but was not attacked. Worboys was convicted of…
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11:25
Business
Germany urged to stop admiring Beijing and wake up to ‘China Shock 2.0’
Germany's economic ties with China are under scrutiny as a thinktank warns of a looming "China Shock 2.0". The country's strong trade relationship with China has been a cornerstone of its economic policy, but concerns are growing about the impact…
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10:59
World news
Lithuania lifts air alert after suspected drones approaching from Belarus diverted - Europe live
Lithuania has lifted an air alert after suspected drones approaching from Belarus were diverted. The incident occurred near the border with Belarus, prompting authorities to sound the alert. The drones were reportedly heading towards Lithuanian territory before changing course. This…
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10:56
Politics
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Starmer to face Commons grilling at PMQs as Streeting plans resignation speech – UK politics live
UK politics is set for a significant day as Labour leader Keir Starmer prepares to face Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at Prime Minister's Questions. This weekly session, held in the House of Commons, allows the leader of the opposition to…
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10:56
World news
Middle East crisis live: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warns of war ‘beyond the region’ if US resumes attacks
Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated following comments by Iran's Revolutionary Guards. The IRGC warned of war "beyond the region" if the US resumes attacks on Iran. This statement comes after US President Donald Trump said he could…
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10:50
Politics
Rachel Reeves to protect ‘critical’ clean energy projects from legal challenges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced plans to shield critical clean energy projects from legal challenges. The move is part of a broader planning shake-up aimed at accelerating the UK's transition to net zero. Reeves stated that the changes would reduce…
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10:43
Technology
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Tell us: have you used an AI chatbot to make a significant decision – and regretted it?
The increasing use of AI chatbots has raised concerns about their reliability in providing advice on personal and social matters. Many people have turned to these chatbots for guidance on significant decisions, only to regret their choices later. We are…
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10:18
Politics
UK relaxes strict sanctions on Russian crude as oil costs soar
The UK has eased its sanctions on Russian crude oil, permitting the import of jet fuel and diesel refined in third countries. This move comes as oil costs continue to rise. The decision has been met with criticism from Conservative…
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10:13
World news
EU agrees to implement US trade deal struck last summer
The European Union has agreed to implement a trade deal with the United States, initially struck last summer. This deal aims to reduce trade barriers and increase economic cooperation between the two entities. The agreement had been stalled due to…
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10:00
Global development
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Just what the doctor ordered: Brazil’s drive to ditch UPFs from hospital menus
Brazil is expanding its efforts to reduce ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in public institutions, with a new focus on hospital menus. The initiative follows a successful program to limit UPFs in schools. Researchers and policymakers believe that serving locally grown, freshly…
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09:29
Australia news
Albanese’s department among those blocking 80% of FoI requests, scathing report finds
The Australian parliament's handling of freedom of information (FoI) requests has been criticized in a scathing report. The report found that more than 80% of FoI requests to certain departments, including the Prime Minister's, were blocked or partially blocked. The…
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09:27
Australia news
Lax rules and rise in for-profit childcare allow predators to abuse children, NSW inquiry finds
A New South Wales inquiry has found lax regulations and a surge in for-profit childcare centers have created an environment where predators can abuse children. The inquiry, chaired by Greens MLC Abigail Boyd, examined the state's childcare system and identified…
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09:16
Business
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UK inflation eases more than expected to 2.8%, led by lower electricity and gas bills – business live
UK inflation has fallen to 2.8%, exceeding expectations, driven primarily by decreases in electricity and gas bills. This decline marks a notable shift in the country's economic landscape. Food inflation has also slowed, reaching 3%, with meat and chocolate prices…
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09:04
Australia news
Afternoon Update: Tim Wilson calls budget an ‘earthquake’; NRL star’s shock MND diagnosis; and a whale’s 15,000km odyssey
Australia's shadow treasurer, Tim Wilson, has strongly criticized the federal budget, labeling it an 'earthquake' that will require a 'substantial clean-up job'. Wilson's comments come as the opposition begins to scrutinize the budget's details. The budget, unveiled earlier this week,…
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09:00
Technology
Limit social media ban for under-16s to unsafe apps, Starmer urged
Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing calls to reconsider plans for a blanket social media ban for under-16s. Campaigners argue that such a ban would be overly restrictive and instead propose targeting specific apps with "risky" features. The proposal comes…
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09:00
Environment
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Rainforests pushed to breaking point by new demands for resources, report says
Rainforests are facing unprecedented pressure due to increasing demands for resources such as minerals, biofuels, and pulp. A new analysis reveals that these emerging demands are exacerbating existing threats from ranching, monoculture farming, oil extraction, and logging. The world's rainforests,…
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09:00
Media
Guardian correspondent and photographer win war reporting prize
Lorenzo Tondo and Alessio Mamo, a correspondent and photographer for The Guardian, have been awarded the Ryszard Kapuściński prize for their war reporting. The prize, named after the renowned Polish journalist, recognizes excellence in international reporting. Tondo and Mamo were…
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08:01
Business
UK inflation slows to 2.8% as energy price cap softens impact of rising fuel costs
UK inflation has slowed to 2.8% in April, down from 3.3% in March, as the energy price cap helped mitigate the effects of rising fuel costs. This is the lowest rate since March 2021. The decrease is a welcome development…
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08:00
Society
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Children in mental health crisis waiting up to three days in A&E for specialist bed in England
England's NHS is facing criticism for its handling of children's mental health crises, with some youngsters waiting up to three days in A&E for a specialist bed. The Royal College of Nursing has condemned the situation as a "catastrophic system-wide…
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