The Independent
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National Park Service concludes Trump arch is so big it could intrude on DC landmarks
One critic argued the design is intended to ‘dominate’ the surrounding landscape of monuments and memorials
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Ethics panel recommends House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides
The House Ethics Committee has recommended the House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina after finding that he engaged in persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides
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Bankrupt Britain needs to tap into North Sea oil gold, says Donald Trump
The US president declared himself ‘very impressed’ with the Prime Minister, who indicated he was open to future drilling
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Trump’s whiny Truth Social tirade against Iran reads like a bitter breakup text
Not even the president can answer why his latest efforts to reach a deal with Iran will go any differently. Monday’s outburst suggests that he’s too angry to care, writes John Bowden
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Pastor pays tribute to ‘precious’ Scottish woman found dead in suitcase in Athens
The pastor described the 38-year-old as having a “big passion” for missionary work
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Pilgrims converge on Iraq's city of Karbala for the annual Arbaeen religious gathering, in photos
Millions of Shiite Muslim pilgrims are making their way to the Iraqi holy city of Karbala ahead of Arbaeen, one of the world’s largest annual religious gatherings.
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Beloved author Benjamin Alire Sáenz, first Latino PEN/Faulkner winner, dies at 71
Benjamin Alire Sáenz, the first Latino to win the PEN/Faulkner prize, has died at 71
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Man gets three years in prison for his role in violent anti-ICE protest in LA
Law enforcement officers were on the freeway below as protesters threw rocks, chunks of concrete, scooters, street signs, fireworks and burning debris at them
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Major incident declared as crews battle large wildfire in Wales
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service said on Monday the fire had affected 150 hectares of land, including forest, scrubland and vegetation
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Trump claims UK is ‘bankrupt’ as he calls for Burnham to North Sea oil drilling
The US president said he thinks he and Andy Burnham are ‘going to have a very good relationship’ as he called for drilling to resume
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Trump says Pirro ‘choked’ and ‘folded like an umbrella’ in Reflecting Pool case
The president is reportedly considering firing DC’s top prosecutor after court filings blamed his administration for damage
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Trump renews call for oil companies to cut gas prices as he blasts Chevron CEO
The president also criticized major oil companies for making too much money
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Bestselling author Lynda La Plante says six-month driving ban could end her career
The writer, 83, who was tearful in court, had multiple driving offences
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Extreme heat and drought take a toll around the world, in photos
Heat and drought are affecting communities around the world, lowering water levels and sending people and animals in search of relief. The hot, dry weather is reshaping landscapes and daily life.
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Comcast boss made employees smash pies in faces of low-performing coworkers: lawsuit
A Comcast spokesman said the company ‘has zero tolerance for harassment, humiliation or any behavior that compromises a respectful and safe workplace’
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Author of Democratic 2024 ‘autopsy’ says key chapter was left out before release
The DNC denies ever receiving the chapter
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Family of 92-year-old veteran killed in e-scooter crash sues Los Angeles and driver
The plaintiffs have lost the comfort, care, companionship, protection, affection, moral support and guidance of their father, according to the suit
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Trump won’t demand congressman accused of abusing Senator’s daughter resign
Rep. Max Miller says he will not step down despite allegations that he abused his ex-wife, the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno
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Why the Spokane wildfires turned so destructive
Three large wildfires raced through neighborhoods in and around Spokane, Washington, the weekend of Aug. 1, 2026, destroying at least 600 homes and other structures and threatening many more
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Cubans struggle to bounce back after 6th nationwide blackout this year
Cubans are recovering from the sixth islandwide blackout this year
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All the policy pledges Andy Burnham has made after two weeks as prime minister
The former Greater Manchester mayor has revealed almost one policy a day since coming into power
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Trump’s despair over Iran revealed in memo seeking new ideas for war: report
U.S. military officials say effort to crowdsource a solution to the war via email blast is highly unusual
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Michigan sees deaths from ‘explosive diarrhea’ cyclosporiasis outbreak
Cases in the state have been linked to contaminated lettuce
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Seven dead after Ukrainian drone strikes popular Russian beach
Officials said 40 people were injured in the attack on a holiday resort
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Wingstop to open 30 more restaurants as UK chicken shop war heats up
Many rivals are cashing in on the boom in chicken restaurants
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US signs deal to triple Patriot production as wars deplete stockpiles
The US has faced growing concerns over its air defense and precision-guided weapon inventories
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Woman believed to be ‘agoraphobic’ was actually dead and kept in freezer by her son
Christopher Phillips was jailed after admitting to keeping the body of his mother Silvia, 89, frozen in the living room of their home in Porthcawl, Wales
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Trump and Blanche keep the president’s corrupt IRS immunity deal alive
Trump never needed the slush fund for taxpayer-funded payouts. But the fight over ‘Anti-Weaponization’ claims gave convenient cover for DOJ’s shield against tax investigations, Alex Woodward writes
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Madison mayor demands barricades cleared from site where Black man was killed by cops
Local fire station detours and business disruptions have raised safety concerns as the intersection remains closed to traffic
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Authorities seek a motive in the mass shooting at an Idaho In-N-Out Burger
Investigators are trying to determine what led a 24-year-old man to open fire at an Idaho fast-food restaurant over the weekend, in an attack that left three people dead and seven others wounded before authorities say he killed himself
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Solar powers highest share of UK electricity ever after record July sunshine
Solar power supplied 14.4 per cent of all electricity generated in Britain last month
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Spanish PM faces backlash for plugging summer playlist amid wildfires and Ceuta chaos
Pedro Sanchez unveiled a new Spotify playlist on Saturday as he travelled to Lanzarote
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Florida mom went on TikTok after fatally throwing baby to the floor
The mom allegedly searched ‘baby feels cold’ and ‘baby has a concussion, is it an emergency?’ on the day that her infant was injured
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Michael Henry: Body found in search of missing kayaker, 19
The body of Michael Henry was located in the water off the coast of Blyth on July 26
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Celebrity birthdays for the week of Aug. 9-15 includes Antonio Banderas and Hoda Kotb
Celebrities having birthdays during the week of Aug. 9-15 include actor Antonio Banderas, singer Michael Bivins of New Edition and actor Chris Hemsworth
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MLB trade deadline: Phillies add Luis Arraez as table-setter for Harper and Schwarber
The Philadelphia Phillies have taken a big swing by acquiring three-time batting champion Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants to create RBI opportunities for sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, according to multiple reports
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Large shark sighting in Jersey closes popular beach
The shark was spotted around 40 metres from the water’s edge
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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ beats ‘Avengers: Endgame’ box office record
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has broken the “Avengers: Endgame” record for the biggest North American opening weekend
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Ex-60 Minutes boss wants to create rival broadcast with fired staffers: report
A new current affairs program is reportedly being pitched to streaming giants and could involve talent frozen out or dismissed by controversial CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss
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Hundreds of migrant children are stranded in Spain's Ceuta after mass crossing
The girl made it through the waves to Spanish territory
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Stocks mixed as AstraZeneca merger talk dents FTSE 100
The FTSE 100 index closed down 10.35 points, 0.1%, at 10,857.70.
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Wingstop UK sales surge 75% as chain opens more new restaurants
The hospitality chain has said it plans to open up to 30 sites this year across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
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Detroit wants major retailers back. Here’s what’s standing in the way
Detroit has a relatively low number of national ‘big-box’ retailers
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A federal judge lets DHS proceed with a border wall through a small Texas town’s levee system
A federal judge has ruled that the Department of Homeland Security can proceed with building a border wall through a levee system in a small Texas town
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Dannon stops making fan-favorite yogurt to swift backlash
The Facebook fan page for ‘DCY’ is full of DIY alternatives to the beloved treat
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Religious education teacher banned after sending naked torso photo to student
Thomas Wilson, 38, sent the image to 'Student A' when she was under 18
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Vampire fanatic detained after dumping dead animals outside churches
Benjamin Lewis stole and killed lambs from local farms before placing them at churches
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NHTSA escalates probe into ‘defect’ affecting older Ford models
Drivers have reported significant issues, including one incident on a major Delaware highway
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Trump says he’ll soon reveal ‘punishment’ for Canada’s wildfire smoke
Trump has accused Canada of mismanaging its forests and previously vowed the country would be ‘held responsible’ for the smoke
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Russian Embassy in Rome blames Ukraine for deadly Italian restaurant bombing in Moscow
The Russian Embassy in Rome has blamed Ukraine for a deadly weekend bombing at a Moscow restaurant, describing it as an attempt to intimidate the Italian community in Russia
