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Leftwing opponent alleges vote count irregularities after Trump-endorsed lawyer secures narrow majorityThe Trump-admiring far-right millionaire lawyer and self-styled "outsider” Abelardo de la Espriella has won Colombia's presidential runoff, defeating the leftwing senator Iván Cepeda.With 99.65% of ballots counted in the preliminary vote tally,...
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Two-thirds of respondents support increasing the 2% digital services tax for multinationalsTaxpayers want the UK to increase levies on giant global technology companies such as Facebook owner Meta, Google and Amazon, a survey of Britons' attitudes on corporate taxes suggests.The polling released on Monday by the Fair Tax Foundation – abody...
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Australian federal police arrested and charged two men after allegedly finding 2.7 tonnes of cocaine in 'bunkers' under shipping containersFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPolice have made what they say is Australia's biggest ever cocaine seizure, uncovering 2.7 tonnes...
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Company 'extremely sorry' for 'unacceptable' email urging customers to 'Snap up these deals quicker than a croc can catch a kid!'The discount voucher website Wowcher has apologised after appearing to make reference to a crocodile attack on a toddler at a zoo in an email promoting its offers.A spokesperson for Wowcher said it was urgently reviewing...
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Deputy Liberal leader says Labor politicians pulling the ladder up behind them after using negative gearing to create wealth. Follow today's news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHume has no problem with more debate on NDIS changes, but criticises 'horse trading' between Labor and the GreensJane Hume is speaking to RN...
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While PM's desire to fight was strong, time with his inner circle at Chequers sharpened his sense of the inevitableOn Friday, as the dust settled on Andy Burnham's thumping victory in the Makerfield byelection, Keir Starmer was in defiant mood. "I have said repeatedly, I am not going to walk away,” the prime minister said, adding: "Let's pull...
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The age-old Portuguese saying, "One day belongs to the prey, another to the hunter," encapsulates the unpredictable nature of life. This proverb serves as a poignant reminder that success and failure are fleeting. It calls for humility in triumph and instills hope in defeat, demonstrating that today's champions can easily falter tomorrow, whether...
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Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring towards 40°C, triggering health alerts and transport chaos. Italy has issued red alerts for eight cities, while France faces significant rail disruptions. Wildlife is also under immense pressure. Experts link these extreme conditions to climate change, with concerns growing over...
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A classic Spanish saying, 'A bird in the hand is worth more than a hundred flying,' highlights the importance of appreciating what you have rather than chasing uncertain prospects. This proverb serves as a universal reminder that we often prioritize security over risk, a concept supported by behavioral economics. It's a vital lesson for making...
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Taiwan's security official warns China is increasingly using 'grey-zone' tactics like coast guard patrols and legal claims to pressure the island, moving away from direct military threats. Beijing is exploiting international law and maritime activities to advance its objectives, while Taiwan is urged to adopt 'absolute transparency' and enhance...
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White Scottish man, 38, charged after five men were injured in spate of attacks in city on Friday nightWitnesses to the alleged knife attacks on Muslims and others in Edinburgh on Friday have described seeing a taxi and an Uber bike courier being targeted in Leith.The attacks, suspected of being directed against Muslims and people of colour, began...
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Former negotiating team member gives shock interview claiming supreme leader's instructions were not followedMiddle East crisis – live updatesA former member of Iran's negotiating team in the previous round of talks with the US in Islamabad is facing the threat of prosecution and dismissal from parliament after he went on the main state...
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Reports indicate Anton Milaev, adopted great-grandson of Leonid Brezhnev, has been captured by Ukrainian forces. Milaev, reportedly a sapper, was last heard from in November 2025. Ukrainian military intelligence and prisoner of war coordination sources have allegedly confirmed his custody in the Kherson region. His presence on a Ukrainian 'enemies'...
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Thanks to rushed deadlines, financial pressure and overworked staff, titles are going to market before they're ready – and then sliding from view immediatelyA Sydney author – I'll call her Rebecca – vowed never to write another book after the deranging experience of publishing her first. She's using a pseudonym because one day she might...
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Albanese government under pressure to wind back fuel tax credit scheme for multinational miners as analysis shows cost to budgetGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCoal companies could receive an extra $6.2bn in taxpayer refunds for the diesel they use if the Albanese government greenlights just half the mine developments up...
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Rob Jetten acknowledges grief and pain of Moluccan families as crowdfunded monument unveiled in RotterdamThe Dutch prime minister, Rob Jetten, has formally apologised for the "heartless” mistreatment of thousands of Moluccan soldiers who fought for the Dutch colonial army during Indonesia's struggle for independence.About 12,500 people – men...
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Sports and nationwide music festival affected, with temperatures for some expected to reach 42C from MondayAuthorities in France have placed more than a third of the country under a red heat alert, cancelled some outdoor sports events and restricted alcohol consumption at the nationwide Fête de la Musique event amid a brutal heatwave forecast to...
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A decade after the UK's Brexit vote, the nation grapples with its economic and social fallout. Despite promises of renewed prosperity, businesses face trade hurdles with the EU, and economists estimate a significant economic contraction. While immigration from EU nations has decreased, overall net migration has fallen, yet illegal crossings remain...
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces intense pressure following Andy Burnham's return to Parliament, sparking leadership challenge speculation. Despite denials from senior ministers, Starmer is reportedly reflecting on his position amid Labour's recent electoral setbacks and declining approval. Burnham has signaled his ambition, warning the...
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A secretive investigation into the attack that killed at least 175 has concluded, reports suggest. Will its findings ever see the light of day?The attack on a girls' elementary school in the Iranian town of Minab was one of the US military's deadliest civilian bombings in decades. But nearly four months on, the Pentagon has produced no answers...
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Former party leaders reflect on the turbulence that followed the referendum in which most Scottish voters backed the losing sideThe decision to quit the EU bolstered support for Scottish independence, which a decade after the Brexit referendum is at near record levels, according to Scottish Labour's former leader Kezia Dugdale.Dugdale said the...
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