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Germany approves lifting curbs on spy agencies in security ‘revolution’
Reforms comply with wishlist of intelligence services which say Germany lags behind allies and enemiesThe German government has approved a draft law a…
Andrew Tate's extradition fight tests his influence with Trump's America
After President Trump took office, Andrew Tate proclaimed, "The Tates will be free." A year later, Tate is being held in federal prison after he was a…
Burnham says disposable BBQ ban under consideration
The PM said the public should not be using single-use grills "at this moment in time" amid wildfire risks.…
‘Unrig the economy for working people’: the California candidate who wrote updated labor laws
Marni von Wilpert helped draft Protecting the Right to Organize act, and now wants work toward implementing itLegislation that would modernize federal…
When do A-level results come out and what time does Ucas update?
Your full guide to A-level results day, including what to do if you are not happy with your grades.…
These seaside apartments were a ghost city - then police say scammers moved in
Malaysia's Forest City was pitched as "paradise" but last month police raided it over alleged scam operations.…
Pogba suffers new injury setback with Monaco future now in doubt
Former France and Manchester United star Paul Pogba suffers latest injury setback, sparking rumours about Monaco future.…
More than 100 passengers rescued after Indonesia ferry fire
More than 100 passengers rescued after Indonesia ferry fire…
Wisconsin result halts winning streak for Democratic Party's left wing
Centrist David Crowley is projected to have beaten democratic socialist Francesca Hong, breaking a recent nationwide trend.…
A hydrogen-powered vehicle sets new land speed record
A hydrogen-powered vehicle sets new land speed record…
Zambia’s president rallies for second term ahead of election
Zambia's president rallies for second term ahead of election…
Clacton by-election: Farage may win the town, but can he win the country?
Reform UK leader is set to claim victory over the seaside town that adores him, but the party's popularity is in doubt.…
David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong to win Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
Crowly pulls off last-minute victory in tight race after polls had shown his progressive opponent as a clear frontrunner David Crowley, the Milwaukee …
Wisconsin race tight: Key takeaways from US primary election results
Trump-backed candidates both win and lose: Results from Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Carolina and Alabama.…
Andrew Bragg stands by proposed migration limits – even as Liberal colleagues decline to back him in
Angus Taylor and other Coalition members not supporting shadow housing minister’s target migration numbers, which would be the lowest figures since th…
Taiwan’s Foxconn reports 35 percent rise in profit on AI demand
World's largest contract electronics maker forecasts strong growth in 2026 amid AI boom.…
In Wisconsin, David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Democratic primary for governor
David Crowley is the Milwaukee County Executive and could become the state's first Black governor. He narrowly defeated Francesca Hong, a democratic s…
Probation chief says he’s ‘not fully confident’ service will cope with early prisoner releases – UK politics live
Martin Jones expresses concern scheme will increase pressure on probation service as Burnham addresses controversy over PC Harper’s killersGood mornin…
Japanese ambassador to Australia downplays Albanese melon gaffe as Taylor claims PM has ‘stuffed up’
Coalition demands police investigate apparent leaking of diplomatic cable to newspaper but Labor calls it a ‘silly political stunt’Follow our Australi…
UK heatwave live: Met Office issues extreme heat warning as government convenes emergency Cobra meeting
Parts of country face fifth heatwave of the summer with highs of 38C forecast this week Parts of the UK will face the fifth heatwave of the summer thi…
Chelsea sign Chavarria in £16m deal - who is the left-back?
Pep Chavarria joins Chelsea on a five-year deal, having played in the Spanish lower leagues until he was 24.…
At least 15 dead, dozens missing as ferry capsizes in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s Civil Protection Unit says the ferry was carrying more than its capacity of 90 people when it capsized.…
Depay says Corinthians 'unacceptable' as contract ends
Memphis Depay accuses Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" and of breaching an agreement after the Brazilian club decided against renewing his cont…
UK extreme heat prompts Cobra emergency meeting
High temperatures continue with forecasts reaching 38C on Thursday and wildfires stretching emergency servicesThe prime minister will chair a meeting …
Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?
The world record for the women's 800m is the longest-standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why?…
Victorian microparty MPs including Georgie Purcell to face re-election struggle after group voting tickets abolished
Voters will be required to number at least five parties above the line in order of preference after bill passed upper house 33 votes to fourFollow our…
Wednesday briefing: Why the prison crisis is about much more than early release
In today’s newsletter: As ministers scramble to resolve overcrowding in prisons, experts say the crisis demands a rethink of who we lock up – and what…
British man with dementia told to leave Sweden after losing migration case
Exclusive: Horace Mason, 74, who has lived in Sweden for 25 years, faces being deported after court rulingA 74-year-old British man who has been livin…
Baby Shark Boy set to make K-pop debut
The boy from the most-watched YouTube video of all time is now 17 years old, and wants to be a K-pop star.…
Progressive Peggy Flanagan wins Democratic Senate primary in Minnesota
Progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic primary for Senate from Minnesota. It continues a series of wins for the progressive wing of th…