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A severe heatwave is affecting the eastern United States, with temperatures expected to soar ahead of the Fourth of July weekend. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for the Midwest, Ohio Valley, and East Coast, where the heat index…

Andy Burnham, MP for Makerfield, has pledged to alleviate cost of living pressures if he becomes prime minister. He proposed a package of measures that could include reducing business rates. This move aims to help small businesses and high street…

The UK government's decision to redirect infrastructure funds to the Ministry of Defence will result in significant job losses. Analysis reveals that approximately 10,000 jobs will be cut as a consequence of this reallocation. This move is expected to affect…

The Labour Party's ruling National Executive Committee has been warned that a perceived "coronation" of Andy Burnham as leader could anger some members. Burnham is widely expected to succeed Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation after the local elections. Party…

UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has announced that her department will cease using X, citing concerns over the platform's failure to address far-right content. Nandy's decision comes amid growing fears that the Musk-owned site is facilitating the spread of abuse…

Keir Starmer has apologized for the forced adoption practices that took place in the UK, particularly during the 1950s to 1980s. This period saw thousands of women coerced into giving up their babies, often due to social stigma or pressure…

The Office for Environmental Protection has found that the UK's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) breached the law by granting emergency authorisations for the use of a bee-killing pesticide in 2023 and 2024. The pesticide, which contains…

A cast member from the UK version of reality TV show Married at First Sight has been arrested on suspicion of rape. The individual, who has not been named, was taken into custody following allegations of sexual misconduct. Police are…

Florida's State Board of Education has voted to ban undocumented students from enrolling in the state's college system. The decision has sparked widespread outrage and criticism from advocates for immigrant rights. The move is seen as part of a broader…

Blake Morrison's article about Andy Burnham's English literature degree has sparked debate. Readers have responded, discussing the relevance of politicians' university degrees to their roles. Some argue that a degree in a particular subject does not necessarily determine a politician's…

Britain's goal to reach net zero by 2050 has sparked concerns about the potential cost. However, Dr Charlie Gardner argues that the public's perception of the cost is vastly exaggerated. He cites estimates suggesting that the annual cost per person…

A UK family's cat, Wilbur, has mysteriously turned blue, leaving its owners perplexed. The cat's unusual colour change occurred after it went missing for several days. Upon its return, the family was shocked to find Wilbur's fur had turned a…

A 31-year-old novice climber has been rescued after falling 1,500ft down Mount Shasta in California. The woman suffered some injuries but was found alert and in good spirits by rescue teams. Mount Shasta is a 14,179ft active volcano and a…

US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic primary for a US Senate seat. El-Sayed, a former Detroit health director, is also backed by Senator Bernie Sanders. The primary is closely watched as Democrats seek to…