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Wednesday 10 June 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Thursday 21 May 2026
19:53
UK news
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Met Palantir row gets to heart of how public services should use AI
The Metropolitan Police Service, the UK's largest police force, has faced criticism for its partnership with Palantir, a US-based data analytics company. Palantir provides software used for data integration and analysis, which the Met says is essential for its operations.…
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19:49
Politics
Prospect of Labour leadership race brings out different sides of rivals
Labour's potential leadership race has sparked intriguing developments, with Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting defying traditional left-right categorizations. Burnham, often seen as a figure of the party's left, has adopted a pragmatic stance on key issues. Meanwhile, Streeting, viewed as…
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19:41
Global development
Ebola: US ban on travellers from DRC, Uganda or South Sudan ‘not the solution’
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has criticized the US ban on travellers from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to Ebola concerns. This ban, the organization argues, is not an effective…
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19:34
World news
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Turkish court rules to remove head of main opposition party
Turkey's main opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP), has been dealt a significant blow after a court ruled to remove its leader, Özgür Özel. The decision annuls the 2023 leadership contest that saw Özel elected as chairman. This move…
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19:33
US news
Jeffrey Epstein assistant fiercely denies she was an accomplice and claims he abused her
Sarah Kellen, a former assistant to Jeffrey Epstein, testified before lawmakers, denying allegations that she was an accomplice to his crimes. Epstein, a convicted sex offender, was found dead in his prison cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal…
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19:33
Politics
Diplomat who abruptly left Washington embassy was honoured by the king
King Charles has conferred a Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order (LVO) on James Roscoe, a diplomat who recently left his post at the British embassy in Washington. Roscoe had been serving as the chargé d'affaires, effectively the acting ambassador,…
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19:22
Media
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Tui ends sponsorship of Married at First Sight after sexual misconduct allegations
Tui has ended its sponsorship of the reality TV show Married at First Sight following allegations of sexual misconduct. The decision comes after a BBC Panorama investigation revealed claims by three women against their on-screen husbands. The women alleged they…
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19:16
Technology
Philip Kraven obituary
Philip Kraven, a veteran IT specialist in the oil industry, has passed away. Kraven began his career as a geophysicist, applying his knowledge of the Earth's physical properties to the search for oil and gas. He later transitioned into IT,…
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18:54
US news
Virginia judge dismisses charges against assistant principal in teacher shooting case
A Virginia judge has dismissed charges against Ebony Parker, an assistant principal accused of ignoring warnings about a six-year-old boy who shot and wounded his teacher in 2023. The shooting occurred at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia. Parker…
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17:48
World news
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Israel deports foreign Gaza-bound flotilla activists after global outcry
Israel has deported foreign activists who attempted to sail to Gaza as part of a flotilla protest. The move follows widespread criticism of Israel's treatment of the detained protesters. A video posted online showed the activists being taunted by Israeli…
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17:27
US news
Senate Republicans expected to ditch $1bn funding plan for Trump’s ballroom
Senate Republicans are likely to reject a $1 billion funding plan for renovations to the White House ballroom, a project initiated by former President Donald Trump. The plan, which was part of a broader spending bill, has sparked concern among…
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17:16
US news
Tennessee set to execute first person forced to represent himself at trial in more than a century
Tennessee is set to execute Tony Carruthers, a man who was forced to represent himself at trial, a rare occurrence that has not happened in over a century. Carruthers was convicted of murder and other crimes committed in 1994. His…
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17:13
UK news
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No evidence of formal security vetting when Andrew became UK trade envoy, minister says
The UK government has released documents showing no evidence of formal security vetting when Prince Andrew was appointed as a trade envoy. This role gave him access to sensitive information and high-level business contacts. The documents were released in response…
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17:00
Technology
WiseTech begins redundancies – but omits ‘AI’ from emails to Chinese employees, workers say
WiseTech, an ASX-listed logistics software company, has begun implementing redundancies as part of its restructuring plan. The company announced in February that it would lay off almost 30% of its 7,000-strong workforce across 40 countries. Employees in China have reported…
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17:00
Australia news
One Nation’s rapid national expansion in disarray as ‘significant risks’ force dissolution of new branches
One Nation's rapid national expansion is facing significant setbacks as the party dissolves new branches due to perceived risks. Documents obtained by Guardian Australia reveal the party's concerns over potential instability and reputational damage. The dissolution of branches is a…
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17:00
Australia news
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One Nation says it’s the only party in Australia to question climate science. It should ask itself why | Temperature Check
One Nation remains the sole Australian party to question climate science, despite overwhelming evidence supporting its existence. Climate change denial has become increasingly untenable, yet the party continues to dispute it. Pauline Hanson's party has resorted to conspiracy theories, selective…
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17:00
Australia news
The Coalition has dubbed the trust changes in Labor’s budget a ‘death tax’. Experts say that’s wrong
The Australian government's budget has introduced changes to trust taxation, prompting opposition criticism. The Coalition claims these changes constitute a 'death tax', a label experts consider misleading. Trusts are structures used to manage and distribute assets, often for tax purposes…
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16:57
Culture
Jimmy Kimmel on CBS after the end of Stephen Colbert’s Late Show: ‘Don’t ever watch it again’
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has ended its run on CBS. Jimmy Kimmel, host of Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC, commented on the show's conclusion, jokingly telling viewers "don't ever watch it again." Kimmel's remark was likely made in…
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16:54
Politics
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Manchester Messiah Burnham anointed to fix Westminster politics
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced his intention to run for parliament, seeking to reform Westminster politics. Burnham, a former Labour cabinet minister, has gained popularity for his leadership in Manchester. His decision to enter national politics is seen as…
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16:53
World news
Hungary to limit prime ministers to maximum eight-year terms
Hungary's parliament is set to consider a draft amendment that would limit prime ministers to a maximum of eight years in office. The proposal, put forward by Péter Magyar, a member of the ruling Fidesz party, aims to introduce term…
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