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Attacks on Saturday bring number of people killed in boat strikes by US military to at least 168The US military said that it blew up two boats accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing a total of five people and leaving one survivor, as the Trump administration pursues its campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America...
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Developing countries face possible shelving of crucial green action plan at IMF and World Bank spring meetingsGovernments desperate for cash to protect their citizens from the growing impacts of the climate crisis are being put in a "beyond absurd” situation this week at global finance talks: they are being urged not to mention the climate, even...
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Participants reported enjoying the human connection regardless of whether they thought the topic was dullThe human aversion to dull experiences was nailed by the author Paulo Coelho when he declared: "I can stand defeats, pain, anger. But I can't stand boredom.”But the natural desire to avoid boring conversations comes at a cost, according to...
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Golfer puts spotlight on Rosie and Gerry McIlroy's sacrifices to support his dream in emotional victory speechIn a sport filled with pushy parents the McIlroys do things differently: Rory McIlroy had to push his parents to attend the scene of his greatest triumph.Rosie and Gerry McIlroy feared their presence might jinx their son's defence of the...
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On June 14th, voters will have their say on a hard-right's proposal to limit the number of foreigners allowed to settle in Switzerland, in order to prevent further population growth. Approval of this initiative would present challenges not only to the country as a whole, but especially to the canton of Geneva.
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A significant archaeological find on Ithaca, Greece, suggests centuries of worship for the legendary Odysseus. Researchers unearthed a sanctuary with inscribed artifacts, ritual offerings, and ceramics dating back to the Mycenaean era. This discovery strengthens the link between the epic hero and tangible history, fueling renewed interest in his...
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Bereaved parents say review of nine deaths is too narrow and will urge health secretary to add 60 more casesAn inquiry into the preventable deaths of babies in Sussex will fail to learn the lessons as it "systematically” excluded dozens of families, Wes Streeting has been warned ahead of a meeting with bereaved parents.The health secretary has...
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Legislation would allow government to implement evolving single market rules without full parliamentary scrutiny UK politics live – latest updatesMinisters in Britain are planning a new bill that would bring into force a food and drink trade deal with the EU but also contain powers enabling the government to "dynamically align” with Europe. It...
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Gaming company says it looks for signs a user may be younger than they appear in the age check process introduced in DecemberGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastParents have been caught helping their children bypass age checks and play as adults on Roblox, the gaming company has said, forcing rechecks on accounts deemed...
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In hardline rhetoric, leader Angus Taylor also says 'many' prospective migrants would be a 'net drain' on the countryGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Coalition government would end Australia's non-discriminatory immigration program and introduce Trump-style social media vetting for visa applicants, as Angus Taylor...
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President contrasts his health with challenger Flávio Bolsonaro, who fainted during a TV debateThe Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, is seeking to lunge and leg press his way to a historic fourth term, as the octogenarian politician uses a flurry of workout videos to convince voters he is fighting fit ahead of October's crunch...
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Armed men fired at Berekum Chelsea bus on SundayFrimpong dies of wounds at hospitalBerekum Chelsea winger Dominic Frimpong was killed in an armed robbery on his team's bus as they returned from a match on Sunday, the Ghana Football Association said.Berekum Chelsea said six "masked men wielding guns and assault rifles” had blocked the road as the...
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After 16 years in power, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat in the country's parliamentary election as Peter Magyar's center-right Tisza Party was projected to win. NBC News' Molly Hunter reports on the landslide result that could affect the European Union and Ukraine.
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Lynette Hooker, the missing American in the Bahamas, told a friend about concerns in her marriage to Brian Hooker back in 2024, text messages obtained by CBS News show. Brian Hooker, who told police his wife fell overboard on their boat, was arrested in connection to her disappearance. He has denied any wrongdoing.
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President Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV on Sunday over the pontiff's comments regarding the Iran war, saying, "he's a man that doesn't believe in stopping crime." On Monday, the pope responded to the president, saying in part "too many innocent people are being killed."
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Experts say natural kratom may offer benefits and blame synthetic derivatives for surge in poisonings noted by CDCA recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report shows that kratom poisonings have soared in the US, but experts say this is probably due to synthetic derivatives like 7-OH, and that blanket kratom bans could harm people...
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Tech mogul Elon Musk sparked global vaccine debate by sharing his severe reaction to a COVID-19 vaccine dose, contrasting it with a mild virus infection. His remarks followed testimony by a former Pfizer toxicologist raising concerns about vaccine safety. Health authorities, however, continue to affirm the vaccines' safety and efficacy for the...
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Tehran said the move would be a breach of the ceasefire. Plus, Viktor Orbán ousted in Hungarian election in blow to global far rightDon't already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up hereGood morning.Donald Trump has said the US will begin blockading the strait of Hormuz in an attempt to wrest control of the vital waterway from Iran after peace...
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Platform says it will reward original creators as it penalises 'aggregators' for flooding timelines with 'stolen posts'Business live – latest updatesElon Musk's X has reduced payments to users who post clickbait and recycle news stories as it warned account holders against "flooding the timeline” with low-quality content.Nikita Bier, X's head...
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Inspection reveals use of force after protest by detainees being deported under 'one in, one out' schemeAsylum seekers who protested against being forcibly removed to France under the Home Office's controversial "one in, one out” scheme, were transported out of the UK in waist and leg restraints, an inspection report has revealed.The report by...
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Experts say climate pattern could supercharge extreme weather events and push temperatures to record highsThere is a high likelihood that the phenomenon known as "El Niño” will emerge this summer – and it could be exceptionally strong. A so-called "super El Niño” could supercharge extreme weather events and push global temperatures to...
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Official report says system 'completely failed' because some form of violence by Axel Rudakubana had been 'unambiguously signposted over many years'Southport attack inquiry report – latest updatesAxel Rudakubana was able to carry out the Southport atrocity because of "catastrophic” failures by multiple agencies and the "irresponsible and...
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Presidential elections in Djibouti and Benin at the weekend highlighted how a costly electoral system is reshaping democracyAlexis Mohamed would have loved to stand against his former boss. A longtime adviser to Djibouti's president, Ismail Omar Guelleh, Mohamed resigned last September, citing democratic regression in the country.But at the...
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Although many people consider the cosmos to be a peaceful, stunning environment, the truth behind its appearance offers an incomprehensible universe with extreme events. For instance, there are the undead stars (or zombie stars) that consume energy from their star neighbours, and there are enormous galaxies that may contain thousands of Milky Ways....
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Kick streamer Clavicular walked out of a 60 Minutes Australia interview after being questioned about his association with Andrew Tate. Visibly frustrated, he accused the interviewer of making things "political” before abruptly ending the conversation. The incident quickly went viral, with fans calling him "insecure.” This marks his second...
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Shabana Mahmood calls Axel Rudakubana a 'vile and sickening indiviudal' and pays tribute to the 'immense bravery' of families of the three girls who died and the survivorsAttack blamed on agencies' failures and killer's 'irresponsible' parentsRudakubana was known to the state from October 2019, when the then 13-year-old made several calls to...
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France and the UK will jointly lead a multinational initiative to restore free and secure navigation in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising US-Iran tensions. This strictly defensive mission aims to safeguard maritime traffic through the strategic waterway, separate from ongoing hostilities, and will be deployed when conditions permit.
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As Trump's actions spark a desire for stability, analysts say Carney is in effect assembling a union governmentCanada's prime minister, Mark Carney, is on the brink of securing a majority government, with his Liberal party poised to win at least two closely watched byelections and courting an "almost unprecedented” string of defections from rival...
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Resolution Foundation says Britons face rising costs from higher bills for energy and filling upBusiness live – latest updatesHigher energy prices as a result of the Iran war are likely to deal a blow to Britons' living standards, leaving them nearly £500 worse off this year, a thinktank has warned.The Resolution Foundation said households faced...
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The U.S. military said Sunday that it blew up two boats accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing a total of five people and leaving one survivor, as the Trump administration pursues its campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America while preparing a naval blockade of Iranian ports.
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Tarot card reader Ashley Guillard, who falsely accused history professor Rebecca Scofield, plans to appealSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA self-proclaimed psychic who in TikTok videos falsely accused a University of Idaho professor of being involved in the murders of four of the school's students in...
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Singer voluntarily enters facility after erratic driving incident, where she was found to have drugs and alcohol in her systemBritney Spears has entered a rehab facility after her arrest in March for driving under the influence.The pop singer was stopped by police in Ventura county, California, after driving erratically, and was found to have drugs...
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PhenMap tool could spare thousands of patients from treatment that would be ineffective for themA new AI-driven way of identifying how patients with advanced bowel cancer will respond to a drug that was recently introduced by the NHS has been announced.Researchers at London's Institute of Cancer Research and the RCSI University of Medicine and...
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Former Australian PM, who has been associated with pro-Orbán Danube Institute since 2023, praises ousted Hungarian leaderGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTony Abbott has likened Viktor Orbán to "[Donald] Trump with brains” and labelled him Hungary's "greatest modern leader”, as the future of his work for the ousted...
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Zegler won the Olivier award for best actress in a musical for her role in Jamie Lloyd's 'genius' productionOlivier awards 2026: full list of winners'I want to thank my amazing husband, who doesn't exist!' – Olivier awards' best quotesIt was the most talked about theatre scene of the year: Rachel Zegler performing Don't Cry for Me Argentina from...
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PM rejects claim plan is integration with EU 'by stealth', saying changes will happen only if parliament passes lawUK politics live – latest updatesEurope live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has defended plans for the UK to align more closely with some EU rules without parliamentary votes, saying a closer...
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Rapidly strengthening storm brings destructive winds, flooding risk and dangerous seas to western PacificThe Mariana Islands archipelago in the western Pacific, home to the US territories of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, are bracing for extreme weather early this week as Super Typhoon Sinlaku approaches.The system originated as a cluster...
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No 10 understood to be ready to drop block on intelligence services being covered after concerns from families and MPsThe delayed Hillsborough law could come into force after a shift by the government on forcing intelligence services to give evidence to public inquiries. Disagreement on the issue had halted the bill's progress earlier this...
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Reform UK leader says 'he is statisfied' with his deputy after he was accused of failing to pay taxKeir Starmer has confirmed that he wants to stop children being exposed to addictive scrolling features on their phones as part of measures to protect them from social media.The PM is under pressure to implement an Australian-style ban on social media...
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The Tisza leader said the electorate voted 'not just for a change of government but for a change of the regime'in BrusselsThe EU will start work with the new Hungarian government "as soon as possible” to make progress on issues including energy and the release of frozen European funds, the head of the European Commission has said."We will start...
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