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Police investigate donations by Tice company to Reform UK
Britain Means Business, owned by the party’s deputy leader Richard Tice, made two donations of £250,000 in the run-up to the 2024 general election.

More than 250,000 flee wildfires in France and Spain
Spain's PM warns of "complex hours" ahead as authorities in France say they are far from bringing blazes burning near Bordeaux under control.

Tourists tell BBC how their holiday turned into race to escape fires
Families visiting France have told the BBC how their holidays have become evacuation missions.

Cairngorm residents say wildfire response 'too slow'
Nethy Bridge residents were evacuated on Friday and a major incident was declared.

Laura Kuenssberg goes behind the scenes with Andy Burnham in his first week as PM
See inside Andy Burnham's first week in charge, with an exclusive behind the scenes look with Laura Kuenssberg.

Sean McCann, Madeleine's brother, makes Commonwealths final
Sean McCann, the younger brother of Madeleine McCann, reaches the 400m freestyle final at Commonwealth Games.

Long overdue, life-changing or frivolous: What you had to say about wedding rule changes
The government wants to relax wedding laws so couples can get married almost anywhere.

How the mystery of dead animals dumped in villages led to a hidden world of illegal hunts
Farmers describe attacks and police receive nearly 9,000 reports of banned hare coursing.

The pop band who went from playing for rescue dogs to selling out arenas
Muna discuss disastrous gigs, putting political action into music and the meaning of "queer pop".

ADHD has rewired the workplace. This is what it means for bosses and workers
As ADHD diagnoses have risen, have workplaces caught up with the needs of the workforce?

Claudia Winkleman's chat show ended after one series - can anyone replace Graham Norton?
The presenter said she was "incredibly grateful" for the opportunity but simply "too nervous to enjoy it".

Twenty firefighters taken to hospital after explosion in Essex
Essex's chief fire officer praises crews' courage after a blaze spreads to a fertiliser store.

It's the cocktail taking young drinkers by storm - but the packaging is 'unrecyclable'
BuzzBallz cannot be recycled because the metal lid and plastic body are attached, say experts.

Six men arrested over fatal stabbing in south London
The attack is believed to have taken place near Tremadoc Road in the early hours of Saturday.

Murder arrests after teen dies in Luton stabbing
Police say a 17-year-old taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds was pronounced dead shortly afterwards.

Trump takes swipes at press during White House Correspondents' Dinner
The event celebrated press freedom after the first dinner was cancelled by a shooting in April.

OpenAI hack has turned into a whodunnit with serious questions to answer
Hugging Face said the hack was done at superhuman speed by an AI with little or no human guidance.

Birthmark no barrier for young footballing TV star
Ethan, 14, who appears in the latest season of CCBC show Jamie Johnson FC, was born with CMN.

Farm's delight after six white owlets found nesting
The fluffy birds are estimated to be between 40 to 50 days old.

Restaurants save the day after wedding caterer no-show
The newlyweds say they can now see the funny side after local venues stepped in on their big day.

Will your job be replaced by AI? Here are the roles most affected
Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.

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A Week Of Prime Minister Andy Burnham
Number 10 North opens its doors for the first time.

The Global Story: Is the Iran war back on?
The White House has asked Congress for billions more dollars in funding for the Iran war

With great power comes great responsibility
Swing into action, your epic Spider-Man rewatch starts here

Norris takes pole as Hamilton given grid penalty
McLaren's Lando Norris takes his first grand prix pole position of 2026 in Hungary, as Lewis Hamilton is penalised for impeding Oscar Piastri.

Pogacar poised to join Tour greats with fifth title in Paris finale
Tadej Pogacar is set to win a record-equalling fifth Tour de France after Ecuador's Richard Carapaz takes a dramatic stage 20 to Alpe d'Huez.

'He'll go right through this guy' - Joshua v Prenga predictions
Figures from the boxing world give their predictions for Saturday's heavyweight fight between Anthony Joshua and Kristian Prenga.

Howe unsure over Guimaraes amid Arsenal interest
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe says he has had positive discussions with captain Bruno Guimaraes.

Growing concerns before Defoe exit - Woking director
Woking director of football Jody Brown says there were "growing concerns" across the club before the National League side parted ways with former England striker Jermain Defoe as manager.

Unhappy Tottenham players should leave - De Zerbi
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto de Zerbi says players who are not "proud and happy to stay" at the club should leave.

Al Jazeera

Iran’s government spars with state TV as mediators push talks with US
Gov't accuses IRIB of 'censorship' after parts of president's speech not aired; station rejects 'improper attributions'.

Worker dies during reconstruction of Barcelona’s Camp Nou Stadium
Barcelona offer condolences to family of a 54-year-old man who died during Camp Nou redevelopment after blow to head.

India win second T20 in Zimbabwe to take series as Kishan and Varma shine
Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma sets up 90-run win over Zimbabwe as India takes 2-0 lead in T20 series.

‘We have done it’: Joy as ‘Cockroach’ protests push India minister out
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after youth-led protests over exam leaks rattle PM Modi's government.

Syrian FM calls for Israeli withdrawal in meeting with UN chief
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani called for Israel to withdraw immediately and unconditionally from Syria

The Battle Over Al-Aqsa
What happened when thousands of Israelis stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound under Israeli police protection?

The Global South is being forced to choose creditors over children
The education of millions of children is at risk because of the current global financial order. We need change

Atletico Madrid sign South Korea World Cup star Lee Kang-In from PSG
Lee Kang-In makes the switch to Atletico after helping Paris Saint-Germain to consecutive Champions League titles.

War on Iran: Phase II: Day 14
War on Iran: Phase II: Day 14

F1 needs better balance between business and sport, says Norris
Lando Norris speaks up ahead of Hungarian Grand Prix with drivers feeling new regulations have cramped their speed.

What’s behind the ICC investigation into Karim Khan?
Lawyers for the ICC’s ousted Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan say he is the victim of a political witchhunt

Iran blames US for Hormuz dispute as both sides confirm ongoing talks
Iran reports no new US strikes overnight into Saturday for the first time in two weeks.

Baby rescued after Israeli settlers set home on fire amid raids
A baby was rescued by her family after her home was set on fire by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.

At least 11 killed in Ukrainian and Russian strikes as holiday camp hit
Separately, at least eight people killed in Ukrainian attacks on a Russian-controlled area.

Trump faces backlash for using ‘Palestinian’ as an insult
US President Donald Trump is facing backlash after using ‘Palestinian’ as an insult while mocking a Democratic Senator.

Scrutiny of WNBA intensifies as disarray looms over All-Star festivities
Discussions about race, gender and sexuality overshadow Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game, as league lurches into disarray.

Tuberculosis: How drones are transforming care in the Philippines
101 East meets the doctors using drones to fight tuberculosis and save lives in remote communities in the Philippines.

Two buses collide in Syria, killing at least 35 people
One of the buses was carrying members of the Internal Security Forces, while the other was transporting civilians.

India’s youth protesters are fighting Modi with irreverent humour and memes
Modi built his political brand through social media. Now protesters are using same platforms to mock his administration.

How Volker Turk won new UN rights chief term despite US, Israel opposition
UN General Assembly votes 144-10 to grant Turk a new four-year term, despite objections from the US, Israel and Russia.

Israel arrests dozens of Palestinians in West Bank amid settler attacks
Military crackdown follows a shooting that killed four Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers.

India’s ‘Cockroach’ youth call off protests after education minister quits
Youth protesters agree to end agitation after Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over a series of exam paper leaks.

Dodging snipers, housing crisis forces Yemenis to live on front line
Living near Taiz's front line forces families to make difficult choices amid sniper threats and economic hardships.

Wildfires in Spain and France force evacuation of more than 250,000 people
France has appealed for international help, while Spain has declared a national emergency.

Born too soon: Premature babies fight for survival in Gaza
Israel's genocidal war on Gaza is causing a surge in premature births and endangering mothers' health.

Global Times

China to introduce new train timetable from July 1, including high-speed train service between Beijing and Urumqi

Chinese expert criticizes Filipino FM's claim that Japan-Philippines delimitation 'nothing to do' with China, warns move serves ulterior purposes beyond bilateral talks

Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative

DC gala shooting suspect voices grievances against US administration in writings to family: media reports

Local Insights: At the 13th Baku Global Forum, global participants look to China for new path of multilateralism and stability

Over 3,000 protests staged across US on one month of strikes against Iran, scale 'suggests mounting public dissatisfaction that risks more chaos': expert

China schedules next moonshot this year: developer

Nearly 4.9 million visits from Taiwan to mainland in 2025 with one-third made by young people: CPPCC member

NPC deputy calls to make comprehensive sex education a formal part of China's basic education curriculum

Renowned scholar and political advisor expresses confidence in China's AI development, computing power

China's 2026 defense budget set at 1.94 trillion yuan: spokesperson

NPC deputy suggests optimizing vacations, breaks to stimulate domestic consumption

NPC deputy suggests better informing patients of fertility risks before treatment

Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes

China's astronaut center addresses challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets: political advisor and China's first female taikonaut to enter space station

From Pegasus to Blades of the Guardians, film IPs fuel Xinjiang's tourism boom, NPC deputy tells GT

CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation

China stresses Taiwan at 'core of core interests' after Xi-Trump call; Room for 'relying on US for independence' illusion will only shrink further: expert

Chinese, Iranian diplomats meet before US-Iran nuclear talk; move reflects Teheran's willingness to seek intl support: Chinese expert

Uruguayan president visits Great Wall, Palace Museum on 2nd day of China trip; Chinese expert says growing interest in CPC history shows wish to learn from China

Chinese FM holds strategic dialogue with Russia's Shoigu; Wang warns the world 'faces risk of regressing to law of jungle'

Trump claims India will buy Venezuelan oil, welcomes China's investment; Chinese expert notices remarks 'unilateral,' no confirmation from Indian side

Takaichi skipping of TV debate due to 'hand injury' sparks dissatisfaction from Japanese politicians, netizens, saying Takaichi avoids key questions including Unification Church scandal

No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities

China's first Type 054B frigate reaches operational capability, official media reveals amid warship's first commissioning anniversary

PLA Navy's Type 055 large destroyer boosts anti-submarine capabilities with confrontational exercise in South China Sea

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice

Shenzhou-20 taikonauts make 1st public appearance after safe return following debris incident, recounts details

ROK president arrives in Beijing with 200 business delegates, hails full restoration of bilateral ties 'the greatest achievement'

The Irish Taoiseach's visit to China in 14 years could be a 'touchstone' for China-EU relations: expert

Witnesses of Struggle: GT visits Hump Route crash site in Xizang, retracing enduring memory of wartime sacrifice and friendship

China imposes countermeasures against 20 US companies, 10 senior executives in response to US arms sales to Taiwan

Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference

Chinese FM strongly condemns $11b US arms sales to Taiwan; DPP authorities 'thanking' Washington slammed by island netizens

Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer's China-related remarks

No 'slave's peace'

HK to set up judge-led independent commission to investigate deadly fire; Chief Executive vows accountability to be pursued to very end

China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan

2025 Understanding China Conference opens in Guangzhou, spotlighting 15th Five-Year Plan and China's global initiatives

Practitioner's Insights: Large-scale Chinese-built wind power projects in S.Africa turn stable, abundant electricity supply for locals from luxury into reality

Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific

Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa

Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas

GT investigates: From political opportunist to militarist advocate: An expose of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's radical path

GT investigates: How Japan's PM revives bellicism mindset, perpetuates 'victim narrative' pushed by right-wing forces since WWI

Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism

GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi

China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'

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Лесные пожары во Франции и Испании: эвакуированы более 250 тысяч человек
Испания объявила чрезвычайное положение

Токаев призвал к заморозке конфликта России и Украины
На встрече с Путиным он сказал, что не понимает причин войны

Трамп: Путин и Си уверяли, что не поставляют оружие Ирану
По словам президента США, если это не так, это "очень плохо для них"

Беспилотники атаковали Ростов-на-Дону и Екатеринбург
У склада Wildberries загорелись автомобили

Страны МУС проголосовали за отстранение главного прокурора Хана
Причиной стали обвинения в сексуальных домогательствах

Reuters: Трамп и Зеленский встретятся в Вашингтоне 28 июля
Президент Украины заинтересован в поездке в США

Минюст признал "иноагентами" обе Либертарианские партии России
Одноимённые организации существуют независимо друг от друга после раскола в 2020 году

Военные РФ атаковали полигон под Киевом, есть погибшие
Сообщается, что там проходила выставка вооружений

Губернатор: 6 погибших при ударе ВСУ по предприятию в Кирове
Атакован завод "АВИТЕК"

Зеленский рассказал, в какой момент улучшились его отношения с Трампом
Он дал интервью Лоре Лумер

Дворкович из-за санкций перестал исполнять обязанности главы ФИДЕ
Их будет исполнять Ананд

Беспилотники атаковали Петербург. Горят склады Wildberries
Сообщается о пострадавших

ЕС принял 21-й пакет санкций против России за войну в Украине
Об этом говорится в собщении на сайте Совета ЕС

Впервые с конца мая цена на нефть Brent превысила $100 за баррель
Рост цен вызвало новое усиление напряжённости на Ближнем Востоке

Федоров отказался от всех постов, кроме министра обороны Украины
Ранее ему был предложен пост вице-премьера по новациям

В США расследуют возможную роль России в ударах Ирана по объектам ЦРУ
В марте были атакованы как минимум два таких объекта в странах Персидского залива

Страны ЕС согласовали 21-й пакет санкций против России
Ранее Греция блокировала его из-за российского СПГ

Лавров и Рубио встретились в Маниле на полях саммита АСЕАН
Переговоры продлились 35 минут

Bloomberg: Кремль не планирует возвращать занятые территории Украине
В Москве рассчитывают полностью захватить Донецкую область до переговоров

Госдума приняла законопроект об ограничениях для уехавших россиян
Он касается людей, которых преследуют по уголовным и ряду и ряду административных статей