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Police Officer kicks a man in the face & stomps on his head after he broke a female officer's nose according to Manchester Police
Mexican Drug Lords El Mayo and El Chapo's Son Arrested in Texas
Mexican drug lord Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada and Joaquin Guzman Lopez, son of El Chapo, were arrested in El Paso, Texas, as reported by the U.S. Justice Department. They face charges for directing the Sinaloa Cartel’s fentanyl operations. ...
Israel Warns France of Iranian Threats at Paris Olympics
Israel has warned France of potential threats from Iran-backed groups against Israeli athletes and tourists during the Paris Olympic Games. In response, France has deployed 18,000 troops and police to secure the event, with Israeli athle...
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Possible Successors to Rishi Sunak as Conservative Party Leader
Rishi Sunak has announced he will remain Conservative Party leader until his successor is selected following a historic election defeat. Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, and Suella Braverman are key contenders, with Cleverly already declar...
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OpenAI Launches AI-Powered SearchGPT to Compete with Google
OpenAI announced the development of SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine intended to challenge Google's market-leading search capabilities. The prototype combines advanced AI models with web information to provide quick, relevant answe...
Vince Cable Criticizes Post Office Managers Over Horizon IT Scandal
Sir Vince Cable criticized Post Office managers as 'thugs in suits' during an inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal, highlighting the lack of in-person meetings with campaigning MPs. Cable admitted that better communication might have expe...
Keir Starmer Unveils Great British Energy Plan Amid Tory Criticism
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans for Great British Energy, aiming to build enough offshore wind capacity to power 20 million homes. He criticized the Conservative legacy, stating his administration is finding new issues da...
Keir Starmer Confirms No Plans for Leveson Inquiry Revival
Keir Starmer confirmed his government will not revive the second part of the Leveson inquiry into the British newspaper industry. Starmer stated other issues will take precedence. Press regulation campaigners criticize him for not commit...
Gambling Harm in Great Britain Far Higher Than Previously Thought
New research reveals that the scale of harm from gambling in Great Britain is far greater than previously thought, estimating that 2.5% of adults suffer from problem gambling. Serious consequences like relationship breakdowns and homeles...
Former MP Johnny Mercer Avoids Immediate Jail Over SAS Inquiry
Former Conservative MP Johnny Mercer has temporarily avoided jail for not cooperating with a public inquiry into alleged unlawful killings by the SAS in Afghanistan. The presiding judge lifted the immediate threat after Mercer offered fu...
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England’s Health Watchdog ‘Not Fit for Purpose’ According to Wes Streeting
Wes Streeting criticizes the Care Quality Commission as 'not fit for purpose' due to significant failings in identifying poor performance at health and social care facilities. An interim report highlights inconsistent assessments, outdat...
England’s Costliest Diseases May Reach £86 Billion by 2050
The economic impact of cancer, heart disease, dementia, and stroke in England is expected to reach eighty five point six billion pounds annually by twenty fifty, up from fifty one point nine billion pounds in two thousand eighteen, refle...
Just Stop Oil Activists Convicted for Vandalizing Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'
Two Just Stop Oil activists, Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland, have been convicted of criminal damage for throwing soup on Vincent van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' at the National Gallery. The pair will be sentenced on 27 September and have been t...
Former STV Host Jailed for Embezzling £120,000 from Dementia-Stricken Mother
Hayley Matthews, a former STV and Forth One presenter, was jailed for two years for embezzling one hundred twenty thousand pounds from her dementia-stricken mother. An investigation revealed she used the money for luxury items and unauth...
Johnny Mercer Avoids Jail Amid Afghanistan War Crimes Inquiry
Johnny Mercer, former veterans minister, has avoided jail by providing information to an inquiry into alleged war crimes by UK forces in Afghanistan. Mercer refused to name his sources, stressing his commitment to their anonymity. The in...
Olaf Scholz to Run for German Chancellor Again in 2025
Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced his candidacy for the 2025 chancellor election. Despite the Social Democratic Party's poor results in recent elections, Scholz remains confident in his party's unity and determination to win. In...
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TikTok Fined by UK Regulator for Child Safety Data Reporting Failures
The UK regulator Ofcom has fined TikTok one dollar 2.4 million for failing to provide accurate safety data. TikTok, owned by ByteDance, submitted incorrect information on its parental controls feature last year. The company has acknowled...
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Miracle Baby Born After Gaza Airstrike
An Israeli airstrike on July 19 in central Gaza killed nine-month pregnant Ola Al-Kurd. Miraculously, her baby survived and was delivered in a local hospital. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict, with over 39,000 Palestinians d...
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Global Tech Outage Caused by Bug in CrowdStrike's Software
CrowdStrike, a major cybersecurity firm, revealed a test software bug caused a global computer outage affecting about 8.5 million devices. The company will alter its update processes to avoid rapid, widespread deployments in the future. ...
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David Lammy’s Strategic Visit to India
Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited New Delhi to meet Indian leaders and strengthen UK-India relations. The trip focused on negotiating a new free trade deal and resetting Britain's ties with the developing world. It showcased the sign...
Andy Murray Announces Retirement After Paris Olympics 2024
Andy Murray, two-time Olympic singles champion, will retire after the Paris Olympics 2024, participating in doubles with Dan Evans. He cited injuries, recently sustained, and is now ready to end his tennis career. His final Wimbledon mat...
Starmer Commits to Continued Support for Ukraine in First PMQs
Keir Starmer vows to continue UK’s support for Ukraine during his first PMQs. Rishi Sunak requested this support and both leaders agreed on crucial military aid and national security matters. Starmer also defended the government’s strate...
Eluned Morgan: First Female Welsh First Minister
Eluned Morgan has been elected as the new Welsh Labour leader, making her the first female Welsh first minister. She aims to unify the party after a period of turmoil. Morgan has been the Welsh health secretary and MS for Mid and West Wa...
Charlotte Dujardin Withdraws from Paris Olympics Amid Whipping Controversy
A video showing British Olympic dressage champion Charlotte Dujardin whipping a horse has led to her withdrawal from the Paris Games and a provisional suspension by the FEI. The footage, released by a whistleblower aiming to 'save dressa...
Prince Harry's Legal Battle with Tabloids: A Central Rift in the Royal Family
Prince Harry's battle with tabloids has played a central role in his rift with the Royal Family. After winning a landmark case against Mirror Group Newspapers, he expressed disappointment over a lack of family support. Harry and Meghan s...
Tom Tugendhat Announces Bid for Tory Leadership
Former minister Tom Tugendhat has announced his bid to become the next Conservative Party leader and UK Prime Minister. He aims to regain public trust by delivering on promises of lower taxes and immigration. The party leadership contest...
Ukrainian FM Open to Peace Talks with Russia, China Reports
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba has announced that Kiev is ready to hold peace talks with Moscow to end their conflict. Kuleba's statement came during his meeting with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing, emphasizing that neg...
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EU to Transfer Interest from Frozen Russian Funds to Ukraine
The European Union will transfer one point four billion euros from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine in early August for military aid. This decision involves interest accrued from three hundred billion euros of frozen funds mainly held by...
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Greenpeace Co-Founder Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland
Anti-whaling campaigner and Greenpeace co-founder Paul Watson has been arrested in Greenland on an international warrant from Japan. Watson faces possible extradition for violent altercations with Japanese whalers over a decade ago. His ...
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EU Relocates Summit to Punish Hungary over Orban's Ukraine Visit
The EU has moved an important foreign affairs summit from Budapest to Brussels to punish Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for his Ukraine peace mission, which the EU sees as opposing its policies. The decision follows criticism of O...
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Netanyahu Seeks Meeting with Trump During Washington Visit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sought a meeting with Donald Trump during his Washington visit, according to Politico. Netanyahu will also meet top US officials and address Congress about the Gaza war. The former president,...
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World's Hottest Day Recorded on July 21
On July 21, 2023, the world recorded its hottest day ever as the global average surface air temperature reached 17.09 degrees Celsius, surpassing last year's record. Heatwaves affected large parts of the United States, Europe, and Russia...
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UK Labour Government To Halt Migrant Housing on Accommodation Barge
Britain's new Labour government will stop housing migrants on the Bibby Stockholm accommodation barge next year to address the asylum backlog and reduce costs. The barge has been criticized for prison-like conditions, and a suicide occur...
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President Biden Returns to White House After Testing COVID Negative
US President Joe Biden has returned to the White House after testing negative for COVID-19. Despite stepping back from seeking the Democratic nomination, he continues to fulfill his presidential duties. Biden has endorsed Vice President ...
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Trump Says Kamala Harris Would Be Easier Election Opponent Than Biden
Former US president Donald Trump stated on Monday that he believes Kamala Harris would be an easier opponent to defeat in the upcoming November election than President Joe Biden. Trump remarked during a call with reporters that Harris is...
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Thousands Protest in Mallorca Against Mass Tourism
Thousands of anti-tourism activists protested in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, on Sunday, voicing concerns about mass tourism's impact on housing costs and public services. Organizers called for reduced tourism and restrictions on non-reside...
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Immigration Crackdown Targets Car Washes and Beauty Sector
Immigration officers will focus on car washes and the beauty sector over the summer, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announced in The Sun on Sunday. After scrapping the Rwanda migrant scheme, 1,000 civil servants were redeployed to enforce ...
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Nigeria's Controversial Return to Colonial-Era National Anthem
In May, President Bola Tinubu reinstated Nigeria’s old national anthem 'Nigeria, We Hail Thee,' replacing 'Arise, O Compatriots.' The move has sparked debate about colonial legacies and governance. Critics see it as a distraction from ke...
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Hacking Vulnerabilities: Androids vs. iPhones
Android-based phones may be easier targets for hackers and government agencies compared to iPhones. Leaked Cellebrite documents reveal that the firm's tools struggle with newer iPhones running iOS 17.4 or later, while older models like i...
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Ukraine Crisis Should Be EU's Responsibility, Says Trump’s Envoy
Richard Grenell, an ally of Donald Trump, believes the EU should handle the Ukraine crisis because it's in their geographic backyard. He criticizes President Biden for not engaging in diplomacy with Russia and suggests creating more auto...
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A Week of Turmoil: Key Moments in US Politics
The last eight days have been tumultuous for US politics. Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump and decreasing support from fellow Democrats. With Biden endorsing Kamala Har...
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Potential Above-Inflation Pay Rises for Public Sector Workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has suggested above-inflation pay rises for public sector workers. Independent bodies recommend a 5.5% increase for teachers and NHS staff, potentially costing £3bn. A decision is expected this month.
England vs West Indies: Shoaib Bashir's 5-Wicket Haul Secures Second Test Win
England won the second test against West Indies at Trent Bridge by 241 runs. Shoaib Bashir’s 5-wicket haul was instrumental in dismantling the West Indies in a single session. Joe Root and Harry Brook scored centuries, securing England’s...
Atlantic Sailing Couple Found Dead After Six Weeks
The bodies of Briton Sarah Packwood and Canadian Brett Clibbery were found on a life raft near Nova Scotia. They went missing six weeks prior after setting sail on their eco-friendly yacht, Theros. Investigators suspect a possible collis...
Barrow's Sacred Heart Primary School Faces Long-Term Closure
Sacred Heart Primary School in Barrow-in-Furness closed in January 2023 due to unsafe conditions. Repairs may take up to five years. Temporary facilities are being used to ensure continuous education.
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German National Sentenced to Death in Belarus
A German national, Rico Krieger, has been sentenced to death in Belarus on terrorism-related charges. The German government has condemned the trial and is offering consular support. Krieger was allegedly involved in mercenary activities ...
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Elon Musk's Companies Drop CrowdStrike After Global Windows 10 Outage
Elon Musk's SpaceX and Tesla have stopped using CrowdStrike after the antivirus platform caused a global Windows 10 outage. The bug in CrowdStrike's recent update led to system failures worldwide. Microsoft and CrowdStrike are providing ...
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Israel Warns France of Iranian Threats at Paris Olympics
Possible Successors to Rishi Sunak as Conservative Party Leader
Olaf Scholz to Run for German Chancellor Again in 2025
TikTok Fined by UK Regulator for Child Safety Data Reporting Failures
Miracle Baby Born After Gaza Airstrike
Global Tech Outage Caused by Bug in CrowdStrike's Software
Ukrainian FM Open to Peace Talks with Russia, China Reports
EU to Transfer Interest from Frozen Russian Funds to Ukraine
Greenpeace Co-Founder Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland
EU Relocates Summit to Punish Hungary over Orban's Ukraine Visit
Netanyahu Seeks Meeting with Trump During Washington Visit
World's Hottest Day Recorded on July 21
UK Labour Government To Halt Migrant Housing on Accommodation Barge
President Biden Returns to White House After Testing COVID Negative
Trump Says Kamala Harris Would Be Easier Election Opponent Than Biden
Thousands Protest in Mallorca Against Mass Tourism
Immigration Crackdown Targets Car Washes and Beauty Sector
Nigeria's Controversial Return to Colonial-Era National Anthem
Hacking Vulnerabilities: Androids vs. iPhones
Ukraine Crisis Should Be EU's Responsibility, Says Trump’s Envoy
A Week of Turmoil: Key Moments in US Politics
Barrow's Sacred Heart Primary School Faces Long-Term Closure
German National Sentenced to Death in Belarus
Elon Musk's Companies Drop CrowdStrike After Global Windows 10 Outage
US Advises India on Russian Ties Amid Geopolitical Shifts
Trump Pledges to End Ukraine Conflict if Reelected
Global IT Outage Unveils Digital Vulnerabilities
Global IT Outage Sparks Questions About Financial Accountability
CrowdStrike Bug Affects 8.5 Million Windows Devices
Flights Resume After Major Microsoft Outage
US Criticizes International Court's Opinion on Israeli Occupation
CrowdStrike Update Causes Global IT Outage Due to Skipped Quality Checks
EU’s Patronizing Attitude Towards Africa Revealed
Netanyahu Denounces World Court Ruling on Israeli Occupation
Adidas Drops Bella Hadid Over Controversy
Global Outage Caused by CrowdStrike Update Impacts Millions
Massive Flight Cancellations Across the U.S. Due to Microsoft Outage
Global Windows Outage Causes Chaos Across Banks, Airlines, and More
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Using Chemical Weapons
UK's Flawed COVID-19 Planning Exposed by Inquiry
Ursula von der Leyen Wins Second Term as European Commission President
Police Officer Injured in Attack in Central Paris
Hulk Hogan absolutely tore it up at the RNC.
Paris is being "cleansed" of migrants and homeless people ahead of the Olympics.
Lamine Yamal arriving at his school after winning the Euros
Campaigners Urge UK Government to Block Shein's London IPO
UK Labour Government's Legislative Agenda
UK Labour Government to Regulate Powerful AI Models
Record Heat Temperatures in Ukraine Amid Power Crisis
UK Government Plans to Remove 92 Hereditary Peers from House of Lords
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