World
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David Brat bound for Australia as diplomat confirmed as next US ambassador
Former Republican state congressman, who once argued Christianity and capitalism should merge, confirmed by US Senate to fill long-vacant role
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More of England at risk of moving into drought next week
The Environment Agency suggested ‘several areas’ could move towards or into drought next week
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Toddler at center of Texas brain-death dispute is taken off life support and dies
The family has not publicly stated the reasons behind the decision to remove her from life support
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Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says
Industry body calls for greater scrutiny of patients with multiple repeat prescriptions to tackle ‘growing problem’
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Some Great Lakes fish could be upward of 400 years old, new study finds
Previous research had put the ‘living dinosaur’ fish’s life expectancy at 150 years
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Texas gun range sued after bullet holes found in nearby middle school
Barksdale Middle School has now secured a temporary restraining order against Quail Creek Shooting Range
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Virginia county ordered to replace Confederate school names it restored in 2024
The NAACP Virginia State Conference called the ruling ‘a decisive victory’ for students.
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Guinness admits that Trump’s July 4 fireworks show did break world record
More than 840,000 fireworks were set off in 40 minutes on the Fourth of July in Washington, DC
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Andrew Flintoff: Former all-rounder leaves England Lions head coach role
Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff steps down as head coach of England Lions.
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US appeals court orders halt to Trump ballroom construction
The US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, which had allowed construction to continue while it considered the case, agreed with a lower court that such a massive White House overhaul required the explicit consent of Congress.
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US Senate passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham
Late senator spent final days of his life working to advance bill that will now head to the House after 86-11 Senate vote
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Police launch manhunt after child rapist escapes from staff while on leave
Cliff Lyons Dobbie, who was convicted of raping a 10-year-old girl while on bail for sexually abusing a 12-year-old boy, absconded from Perth city centre on Friday
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New video of In-N-Out shooting shows gunman opening fire in drive-thru
A total of 10 people were shot inside the restaurant, directly outside, on an adjacent busy road and at a nearby visitors center lot
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Strict rules set for Nick Reiner hearing on access to $1.5m trust to pay for defense
Nick Reiner argues in his petition that he has been denied access despite ‘unambiguous instructions’ left by his parents on how to disburse the funds in the trust that was established in 1993
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Life in Cuba revolves around small bursts of electricity as blackouts last for days
Daily life for Cubans across the island has devolved into a complex web of crises, marking one of the most severe periods since the Cuban revolution
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US Marine being held in Russian prison is gravely ill and near death, family says
He is one of at least eight Americans currently detained in Russia despite a series of high-profile prisoner exchanges in recent years
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Trump denies talking to his children about his crypto businesses
In June, a financial disclosure report indicated the president made $1.4 billion from his cryptocurrency businesses
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Gianni Infantino: Politicians, private jets and power - the life of a Fifa president
Fifa president Gianni Infantino appears to be trying to return to business as usual after the failed World Cup private investment plan - but it may not be that easy.
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Trump renews bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook despite supreme court ruling
White House continues to target Cook despite decision from justices that upheld Federal Reserve’s independence
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Delivery drivers take over as top SNAP recipients
These jobs are becoming more essential as a primary source of income, even as they fail to cover basic food and medical expenses for gig workers
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Beauty queen ousted by Trump admits defecting from MAGA is like ‘leaving a cult’
Carrie Prejean Boller, a former Miss California USA turned MAGA social media influencer, said that she was ‘ostracized’ after leaving MAGA
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Trump brags of primary endorsement record and dismisses his candidate’s loss
Trump had backed MAGA Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee as a ‘Conservative Warrior’ 24 hours before his defeat
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Thetford residents remain on edge after days of ‘mob rule’ over asylum plans
People voice frustration with officials’ failure to engage with community over placement of asylum seekers in area
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Afghans waiting relocation are at risk from Taliban but UK still won’t help them flee
Exclusive: The UK admits those who helped British forces face fear of retribution, Taliban surveillance, and door-to-door searches – but still won’t help them escape
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Paris: nearly 100,000 signatures against new National Assembly pavilion
Plans for a new reception pavilion at the National Assembly face strong opposition, with a petition nearing 100,000 signatures after Paris Council backed relaxed planning rules around the Palais-Bourbon.
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New Wales football kit slammed by fans as Adidas swapped for SUDU
Some are claiming the new home football shirt is the worst in Wales' history.
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BBC questions Infantino over backing as Fifa president
The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup.
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At least one person dead in California wildfire allegedly sparked by chainsaw
Police arrested Herbert Wayne Smith, 65, in connection with the Gann fire, which has burned more than 15 sq miles in Calaveras county
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Counter-terror police investigating Widdecombe death reopen attempted burglary probe
The incident at an address in Greater London was reported in April 2025
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Businessman was ‘preparing champagne’ to celebrate Caruana Galizia murder, court hears
Taxi driver says he acted as middleman between Yorgen Fenech and three men already convicted of €150,000 contract killing
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Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?
Around seven million more adults are living with obesity than would have been if obesity rates had stayed the same as 1993.
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California woman who admitted to stabbing wife had also killed husband
Yolanda Olejniczak Marodi, who served a decade for killing her husband, pleaded guilty to murder of Rebecca Marodi, a fire captain who fought the Eaton blaze
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Zoe Ball, Paddy McGuinness and Angryginge join Celebrity MasterChef as guest judges
The trio will appear in the 21st series of the BBC One cooking programme
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White House preps order on childhood vaccines and autism: report
The move comes despite the political concerns of President Donald Trump’s aides and advisers
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NOAA’s new hurricane forecast was just released. Here’s where could see the most
This year’s El Niño weather pattern is to blame, according to scientists
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The great Infantino divide: Who is for and against the FIFA chief?
The Norwegian Football Association has called for Infantino to resign while Mexico and Argentina have come out in support of the beleaguered FIFA boss.
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Trump takes a page from Biden after loss on birthright citizenship
Trump’s latest gambit to revive his birthright citizenship ban looks suspiciously like another election-year move by his predecessor, Andrew Feinberg writes
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French officers halted small boats at sea 10 times since spring
Disclosure challenges Conservative and Reform claims that police are refusing to intervene
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Millions in England face longer waits for mental health care as NHS providers plan cuts
Exclusive: Seven in 10 survey respondents expect services to be reduced or shut, while more than half anticipate job losses
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US Senate approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting energy
The package would impose sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions and the so-called shadow fleet used to evade restrictions on Moscow's oil exports. It would also allow President Donald Trump to set tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports, including gas and oil.
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Meta paying price for ‘cavalier approach’ to online safety, say UK campaigners
The father of Molly Russell, who took her own life after viewing harmful content, gave evidence in the New Mexico case.
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RFK Jr misjudges actual food costs on his new affordable cooking show
The health secretary shared a recipe for salmon cakes that he said cost under $5 a serving, but the true cost was over three times more expensive
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Pope Leo will meet with clergy abuse survivors during trip to France
Unlike his predecessor, Pope Leo appears to be dedicating more attention to the experiences of the European faithful
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Scottish football summit: 'Critically important' meeting called on future
The Scottish Football Association is to hold a "critically important" summit around the future of the national game.
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Trump’s TSA chief confirmed by Senate amid push for private airport security
A central part of Trump's plan involves mandating that smaller airports utilize private security firms, a measure projected to eliminate more than 4,500 TSA positions
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Counter-terror police reopen as part of Widdecombe investigation
No arrests were made at the time and the investigation was closed.
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Judge approves Trump effort to end South Sudan TPS protections
Decision follows supreme court ruling that allowed US government to strip protections for Haitians and Syrians
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 7th, 2026 – Evening
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Thailand shooting: Seven killed as teen opens fire at home and school near Bangkok
Authorities say the 14-year-old killed his grandparents before gunning down five teachers at his school.
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Serial sex offender was free to kill two women because of police blunders
Simon Levy was convicted of murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo, 53, and Sheryl Wilkins, 39, five months apart last year
