✓Trump, eyeing F-35 reversal for Turkey, faces growing pressure ahead of NATO summit
As President Trump heads to Turkey for this week’s NATO summit, he is facing growing pushback from Republicans — and Israel — who oppose admitting the ally back into the F-35…
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Explosions rock Damascus, wounding 18, as French President Macron visits Syria
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China tests long-range missile in South Pacific in move Australia condemns as ‘destabilising to region’
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Woman suspected of carrying out Monaco bombing of Ukrainian tycoon found dead
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Trump called FIFA's Infantino over Balogun suspension
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UK house prices rise in June despite ‘wider economic uncertainty’; oil prices up after attack on tanker in strait of Hormuz - business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. Shares in ITV are down 6% this morning, making it one of the worst performers in London’s stock market, as investors…
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Prince Harry begins visit to the UK as ruling expected in court battle with Daily Mail publisher – latest updates
Result of court case against Associated Newspapers Limited expected this afternoon. Throughout the High Court claim brought by Prince Harry, Sir Elton John and others, lawyers for…
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✓Sony will kill PlayStation games on discs in 2028 and offer digital downloads only
With the much-anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI only available as download, Sony is following suit. Sony said on Wednesday that it would stop releasing new video games…
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Ukraine to press NATO for anti-ballistic air defense after latest Russian attacks
Ukraine pushes allies in NATO for anti-ballistic air defense after the latest major Russian attacks kill more than 20 in Kyiv and surrounding area
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✓‘Living like this is agony’: Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in six months
Impoverished island was already struggling to keep the lights on before the US imposed a blockade in January. Cuba on Monday suffered its third nationwide power outage since the…
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✓UK parents warned over posting images of children amid AI sexual abuse fears
Exclusive: National Crime Agency and safety watchdog issue guidance amid rise in explicit material online. AI prey: why watchdogs are telling parents to protect children from…
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✓Student loan promotion in England and Wales amounted to mis-selling, MPs say
Treasury select committee also says ministers have moral obligation to reverse last year’s repayment threshold freeze. Slideshows that compared student loan repayments with the…
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✓Wegovy weight-loss pill goes on sale on UK high street and online pharmacies
Thousands of people begin receiving their first deliveries of once-a-day medication made by Novo Nordisk. A once-a-day Wegovy weight-loss pill has gone on sale at high street and…
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✓Technology
Spacecraft launches to rescue NASA telescope before it crashes back to Earth
A spacecraft has blasted into orbit on a mission to rescue a NASA telescope that is at risk of crashing back to Earth
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✓Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs as it revamps Xbox in latest wave of mass layoffs
Thousands of gaming jobs will be shed over the coming fiscal year as Microsoft continues to invest heavily in AI. Microsoft said on Monday it was eliminating about 4,800 jobs –…
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Senate Democrats’ campaign arm calls for Platner to drop out of Maine race
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee leader Sen. Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) and Chair Kirsten Gillibrand (N.Y.) on Monday called on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw…
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✓Wonka Netflix show faces backlash for AI-generated Gene Wilder voice
The actor, who died in 2016, appears in the Netflix show with the consent of his estate
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Macron first major western leader to visit Syria since fall of Assad
French president Emmanuel Macron has become the first major western leader to visit Syria since the ousting of Bashar al-Assad
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✓EasyJet shares jump almost 10% after it agrees £5.5bn takeover bid
Airline’s board to recommend offer of £6.90 a share in deal analysts say shows UK firms are being bought on the cheap. Shares in easyJet surged nearly 10% after the airline agreed…
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"I just want loyalty": Trump's Iran grudge hangs over NATO summit
President Trump arrives at Tuesday's NATO summit in Ankara still furious at the allies who refused to help him fight Iran — and determined to make sure they know it. Why it…
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✓Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals
A Google spokesperson said the judgement "fails to recognise" the firm's "significant investment to ensure Android remains open."
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✓Russia touts ‘war with NATO’ amid losses in Ukraine
As Russia faces challenges on the frontlines and at home, President Putin's backers decry Kyiv's Western allies
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Donald Trump is the accidental hero of a real-life feelgood climate tale even as a creeping horror story plays alongside | Clear Air
Despite a deadly heatwave sweeping through Europe, the US president’s ineptness has created reason for optimism on the climate crisis. Sign up for climate and environment editor…
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The Guardian view on private equity in the public sector: children’s services must be freed from debt-fuelled takeovers | Editorial
New analysis by the Guardian has revealed the disturbing extent of these firms’ influence in highly sensitive areas. Children’s homes and care placements are not ordinary…
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‘It can flip quickly from being idyllic’: the reality of life for young van dwellers priced out of Cornwall’s housing market
With tourists buying up property and landlords opting for lucrative Airbnb rentals, young Cornish people are turning to old campervans to provide a roof over their heads. Skye has…
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I’ve seen what the death of major industry did to Britain. Without a good revival plan, Burnham cannot succeed | John Harris
Collieries turned into retail parks, manufacturing in the doldrums. The problem is vast, but at least the PM-in-waiting sees it: and in that there is hope. In the autumn of 2005,…
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AI models already ‘doing things their creators never intended’, Australia’s assistant technology minister warns
Andrew Charlton says artificial intelligence ‘cheating, deceiving, going their own way’ – and time to get ahead of it is during testing. Follow our Australia news live blog for…
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Shark ChillPill 3-in-1 fan review: the handheld fan I’d pack for every trip – at a price that’ll make you sweat
With three ways to cool down and a cold plate that can lower skin temperature by up to 9C, Shark’s latest fan is a standout if you can justify the cost. • The best handheld fans,…
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AFL clubs to don black armbands in honour of Melbourne teacher who died after head clash during football game
A minute’s silence will also be held before Richmond Tigers and Melbourne Demons match to mourn 27-year-old Nathan Fitzgerald. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news…
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Appeals court set to rule on whether Marine Le Pen can run in next French presidential election - Europe live
A ruling is expected this afternoon on her attempt to overturn a ban on holding elected office. The opening speeches are now under way in Ankara, and you can watch them below.…
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Key Democratic figures call on Graham Platner to ‘immediately’ withdraw from Senate race – US politics live
Maine’s party leadership calls for Platner to withdraw after after sexual assault allegation emerges. Sign up for the Breaking News US email. President Trump has landed in Ankara…
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Smoke, soot and toxic fumes: Nigerian families living in shadow of burning oil well six years after blowout
Villagers in Awoye in the Niger Delta say the ongoing pollution is causing sickness and environmental destruction, while pleas for help go unanswered. Perched on a narrow hospital…
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Country diary: A single act of care 40 years ago, and we have this splendid, rare colony | Sarah Lambert
Ailsworth, Cambridgeshire : It’s hard enough to find the crested cow-wheat, it would be even harder were it not for one far-sighted warden. Before 7am, the heat is already…
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The one change that worked: I banned myself from social media – and my children have never been happier
I used to think my phone helped me to relax. But setting strict limits on my usage has improved my mood and my relationships. I am a psychotherapist who works with frazzled,…
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Middle East crisis: Funeral procession for supreme leader Ali Khamenei begins in Iran – as it happened
Millions join funeral procession in capital of Tehran to mourn Khamenei who was kiled in US-Israel airstrikes in February. Lebanese state media said an Israeli strike on a car in…
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From 'a beautiful night' to 'world's greatest hangover', guests react to Taylor and Travis's wedding
Some of the famous guests have been posting on social media about the big day in New York
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‘New direction, same old problems’: the economic challenges facing Andy Burnham | Richard Partington
Blair met good fortune when he assumed office, others such as Wilson faced tougher times. The PM-presumptive will start firmly on the back foot. Make Miliband chancellor, ex-chief…
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FOR INSIDERS Trump faces GOP pushback after Supreme Court greenlights TPS deportations for Haitians
President Trump is facing pushback from Republicans over his administration’s decision to strip temporary protected status (TPS) from Haitian migrants living in the U.S. following…
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Fight them for the beaches: the real villain of Europe’s overtourism is big business | Adam Almeida
From Albania to Portugal, privatisation of the coastline is bringing locals out on to the streets. For them, the economic benefits are few and far between. Few scenes better…
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Ex-Nato chief behind defence review says Starmer’s military spending plan is too little, too late
George Robertson warns prime minister’s defence investment plan fails to meet scale of challenge facing the UK. The former Nato chief who led the government’s defence review has…
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