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How Alvarez became Europe's most sought-after striker

How Alvarez became Europe's most sought-after striker

Julian Alvarez heads to the World Cup aiming to fire Argentina to back-to-back triumphs at a time when he is the subject of one the most sensational t…
Three arrested over Glasgow unrest and racist assaults after Belfast knife attack

Three arrested over Glasgow unrest and racist assaults after Belfast knife attack

Police Scotland said members of the public were attacked "because of the colour of their skin" on Tuesday evening.…
What we know about Belfast attack and disorder

What we know about Belfast attack and disorder

Houses across the city have been set on fire following a knife attack earlier this week.…
Do not use our tragedy to fuel violence, family of Belfast attack victim say

Do not use our tragedy to fuel violence, family of Belfast attack victim say

Relatives of Stephen Ogilvie say unrest is unwelcome and that many migrants make valuable contribution to UKThe family of the victim of the Belfast kn…
Nike charges World Cup fans the most for replica shirts after price surge

Nike charges World Cup fans the most for replica shirts after price surge

England supporters face paying inflation-busting £95 for an adult shirt as the tournament begins in the USFans of World Cup teams kitted out by Nike f…
My wife's 'unadoptable' baby was left to die at unmarried mothers' home

My wife's 'unadoptable' baby was left to die at unmarried mothers' home

A new report condemning an unmarried mothers' home is welcomed by survivors and relatives.…
How to enjoy the World Cup - and keep your boss on side

How to enjoy the World Cup - and keep your boss on side

Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day.…
Bill debt soars but many don't know help is available

Bill debt soars but many don't know help is available

The majority of billpayers are unaware of special tariffs for water and broadband, the spending watchdog says.…
UK watchdog to look at Paramount’s $110bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery

UK watchdog to look at Paramount’s $110bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery

Deal to create a streaming and sports powerhouse will be scrutinised by Competition and Markets AuthorityThe UK competition watchdog has opened an inv…
Amazon’s main UK arm handed £7.6m tax credit as profits soar to £355m

Amazon’s main UK arm handed £7.6m tax credit as profits soar to £355m

Tech company received infrastructure relief as its five biggest UK divisions generate £32bn in revenuesAmazon’s main division in the UK was handed a £…
'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment

'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment

The Netherlands has one of the world's lowest rates of 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training.…
My drinking days are over - here are my tips for an alcohol-free World Cup

My drinking days are over - here are my tips for an alcohol-free World Cup

Sober or sober-curious? One football fan shares his tips for having a great alcohol-free World Cup.…
Tech stocks plunge in Asia after record rally and renewed Middle East attacks

Tech stocks plunge in Asia after record rally and renewed Middle East attacks

Markets in South Korea and Japan slid after a rally in tech stocks in recent weeks.…
Tate & Lyle agrees £2.7bn takeover by US rival in new blow to London market

Tate & Lyle agrees £2.7bn takeover by US rival in new blow to London market

Venerable but struggling UK firm backs deal with Chicago-based Ingredion putting nearly 500 jobs worldwide at riskTate & Lyle has agreed to a £2.7…
Weather tracker: Monsoon season brings vital rainfall to parts of Asia

Weather tracker: Monsoon season brings vital rainfall to parts of Asia

India declares onset as up to 280mm of rain falls in 72 hours in Kerala, while downpours hit south-west ThailandThe monsoon season has officially begu…
FCA sues Neil Woodford for allegedly offering unauthorised investment advice

FCA sues Neil Woodford for allegedly offering unauthorised investment advice

Former investment star was banned from holding senior manager roles after collapse of popular equity fund The UK financial regulator is taking legal a…
Savannah Guthrie makes new plea for missing mother as search surpasses four months

Savannah Guthrie makes new plea for missing mother as search surpasses four months

Today show host shares post saying ‘Bring her home’ months after disappearance of Nancy Guthrie from ArizonaSavannah Guthrie has shared another emotio…
Airline profits plummet as US fuel costs nearly double

Airline profits plummet as US fuel costs nearly double

IATA forecasts $350bn airline fuel bill for 2026, with profits dipping to their weakest margin since the COVID-19 years.…
Will the FIFA World Cup be the economic bonanza US cities were promised?

Will the FIFA World Cup be the economic bonanza US cities were promised?

Cities remain optimistic despite lagging hotel bookings and high ticket prices that might deter foreign travellers.…
OpenAI confidentially files for initial public offering on US stock market

OpenAI confidentially files for initial public offering on US stock market

ChatGPT maker expected to be valued at more than $850bn, one of most highly valued listings in market historyOpenAI has filed confidentially to go pub…
SpaceX's stock market blast-off could be Musk's biggest gamble yet

SpaceX's stock market blast-off could be Musk's biggest gamble yet

SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk's fortune.…
Botswana diamond slump hits miners living on the edge of survival

Botswana diamond slump hits miners living on the edge of survival

Botswana’s diamond-driven economy is under mounting strain as global demand weakens and production falls.…
India’s fertility rate falls below replacement level: Why it matters

India’s fertility rate falls below replacement level: Why it matters

India's fertility rate falls to 1.9 children per woman, with consequences for the workforce, the elderly and economy.…
GSK to buy US cancer treatment firm Nuvalent for $10.6bn

GSK to buy US cancer treatment firm Nuvalent for $10.6bn

British drugmaker’s new chief executive Luke Miels announces one of its biggest dealsBusiness live – latest updatesGSK’s new boss Luke Miels has struc…
World’s largest banks pledged $906bn to fossil fuel companies in ‘unfathomable’ increase in 2025, report finds

World’s largest banks pledged $906bn to fossil fuel companies in ‘unfathomable’ increase in 2025, report finds

JPMorgan Chase leads 65 banks making decisions incompatible with restraining rising temperatures, researchers sayThe world’s largest banks committed $…