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Iran has submitted a new proposal aimed at ending the conflict in the region, officials say. The proposal is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to broker a peace deal. Details of the proposal have not been disclosed, but it is…

Avanti West Coast will reduce its summer timetable, cutting one in seven trains on its busiest intercity routes. The move is in response to a government request to trim services. Despite the reduction, the train operator says it will still…

Mexico is facing increased scrutiny after two former high-ranking officials surrendered to US authorities over alleged ties to organized crime. The surrenders have raised questions about the Mexican government's relationship with cartels. Former Mexico City police chief, Omar García Harfuch,…

David Blunkett, former home secretary, has proposed an alternative king's speech, outlining a potential programme for government. The speech includes policies on education, healthcare, and economic reform. Readers have responded with letters, both praising and critiquing the proposal. Some have…

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is considering cancelling a planned fuel duty rise to alleviate the cost of living burden on households. The move would build on the existing 5p temporary cut, which was introduced to help mitigate the impact of rising…

A South Carolina court has vacated the conviction of Alex Murdaugh, a former lawyer found guilty of murdering his wife and son. The ruling comes after allegations of misconduct by a court clerk. Murdaugh was sentenced to life in prison…

Anoulack Chanthivong, NSW Corrections Minister, has risen to prominence under Premier Chris Minns. Chanthivong's background is marked by hard work, having assisted his parents in their grocery store from a young age. This early responsibility meant he did not participate…

Northern Territory laws proposed by the Country Liberal Party would grant police authority to detain young people for up to 48 hours without charge. Critics argue this will disproportionately affect Aboriginal children, exacerbating existing racial disparities in the justice system.…

US President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to 37%, the lowest point of his second term. This decline comes after Trump stated that Americans' financial situation is not a motivating factor for him to broker a deal with Iran.…

The Cotswolds, known for its picturesque landscapes and affluent communities, conceals a pressing issue of food inequality. Rural areas within the region lack access to basic food shops, leaving residents reliant on infrequent public transport or long drives to access…

The World Health Organization has warned of a growing global threat from infectious diseases such as hantavirus and Ebola. Experts say these diseases are becoming more frequent and damaging due to climate change, deforestation, and human migration. Ebola, in particular,…

A recent discovery at a dingo burial site in Australia has provided significant insight into the relationship between First Nations people and canines. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of a 'feeding' ritual, where the dingo was intentionally buried with food. This…

Andy Burnham has ruled out attempting to take the UK back into the EU if he enters parliament. The former Labour leadership contender made the comments in his first speech since announcing his candidacy for the Makerfield byelection. Burnham emphasized…

UK Labour Party's Wes Streeting has expressed a desire to see the country rejoin the European Union in the future. This statement has sparked debate about potential paths for the UK to reverse or modify its Brexit decision. One option…