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Primary results reveal divide among Democratic Party, new inflation report could give the Fed more time to bring inflation under control, rescues team…
FIFA’s Infantino backed by six Arab federations including Qatar and Morocco
Football's top official boosted by further support for his presidency after proposed private investment in game nixed.…
US credit card debt climbs to $1.26tn, nearing last year’s record high
Mortgage and student loan balances saw ‘small decline’ with increases elsewhere, says post alongside Fed reportCredit card debt in the United States i…
Inflation eases in July as gasoline and grocery prices fall
Consumer prices in July were up 3.4% from a year ago — a smaller annual increase than in May or June. The news makes it less likely the Fed will feel …
In Venice, it’s not politics as usual as film-makers aim to recapture our attention
As social media shrinks and distorts the EU’s crises, the Venice film festival is delivering politically forthright epics from directors such as Serge…
Warning from man whose eyes were damaged by eclipse
Peter Smith damaged his eyes by watching the 1999 eclipse without suitable glasses.…
Jasper Carrott says family is 'so proud' of Lucy Davis after cancer diagnosis
The actress, best known for playing Dawn in The Office, has revealed she has incurable breast cancer.…
Rare solar eclipse to sweep across Europe and the Arctic
Rare solar eclipse to sweep across Europe and the Arctic…
Smaller balls, national anthem test & tough schedule - England gear up for WXV
England's Red Roses are in pre-season training before the upcoming WXV Global Series and have been using the controversial smaller balls.…
Simon Levy handed whole-life tariff for double murder and rape
Serial sex offender sentenced for murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins, and raping another woman in 2025Simon Levy, the sexual pred…
Why have several nations raised red flags over Indian farm exports?
As Tokyo turns back mangoes, Beijing blocks rice, and European inspectors flag spices, Indian growers ask what's wrong.…
Can PSG do a three-peat and win six trophies this season?
Paris St-Germain aim to start their season as they hope to end it - by winning a European trophy.…
Oil prices rise as attacks dent hopes for Strait of Hormuz reopening
Brent crude climbs as renewed violence dampens hopes for a return to stability in energy markets.…
UK heatwaves may have cost economy £4.4bn in lost output so far this year, analysis finds
Verdant thinktank says cost could top £25bn a year by 2030 and calls for maximum temperature for working and urban redesign to cool down citiesRepeate…
Samuel Alito gained up to $2.9m from oil and gas assets since joining supreme court, analysis shows
Critics argue US high court justice should recuse himself from upcoming fossil fuel firms’ climate accountability caseSupreme court justice Samuel Ali…
Eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low
Specialist glasses are all but sold out online ahead of the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999.…
Anne Hathaway pokes fun at 'fake baby bump' theories
The actress responds to social media critics who suggested her bump didn't look real at a premiere.…
DRC Ebola death toll passes 2,000 amid fastest-growing outbreak on record
A total of 4,381 cases across five provinces have been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as of Tuesday.…
RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank holds cash rate at 4.35% as house prices continue to fall
In a widely expected decision, the Reserve Bank of Australia holds interest rate after three consecutive hikesFollow our Australia news live blog for …
Rush to find solar eclipse glasses as UK high street stocks run short
Some online shoppers may have left it too late to order – but you can view partial eclipse indirectly without specsA frantic rush is on across the UK …
Car owners should challenge insurers on steep price hikes and ‘call their bluff’, Asic says
Regulator finds many insurers raising premiums faster than inflation and advises customers to ask for better dealsGet our breaking news email, free ap…
Jeff Bezos consortium nears deal to buy stake in Liverpool FC: Reports
Investment reportedly values the club at about $5.9bn, making it one of the largest ever football club valuations.…
Woman attacked by bed bugs during Travelodge stay
Hannah Stephenson says the red bites have left her feeling self-conscious and embarrassed.…
Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan, heads towards China
Five elderly people have suffered non-life-threatening injuries, with three falling due to the wind in Japan.…
Messi will decide when he retires, says Argentina FA chief
Retirement rumours surrounded Lionel Messi at last two World Cups, but Argentina FA chief says decision will be his.…
Goals galore - the wildest scores in EFL Cup history
BBC Sport looks at some of the wildest games - and scorelines - the EFL Cup has produced as the competition returns for a new season.…
Hundreds camp on sweltering Rome street amid tussle over squatted building
After a fire broke out, the building was cleared in what activists say was a politically motivated move.…
NBA star Brandon Clarke died from heroin, cocaine effects, examiner rules
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke's May 11 death ruled accidental, with effects of heroin and cocaine cited.…
Germans hogging the sunloungers? Poll finds Italians and French are worse
British and Germans themselves share stereotype but other nationalities are likelier to put out towels – or umbrellasGermans are sunlounger hoggers, o…
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 areaA smashed window pane and some broke…