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Trump’s latest ‘forced labour tariffs’: Who’s been hit, how badly?
Countries accounting for almost all of the US's trade have been hit with tariffs between 10 and 12.5 percent.…
Chelsea agree deal to sign Palace defender Lacroix
Chelsea agree deal to sign France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace after two impressive seasons.…
Andy Burnham to spend first working day at new No 10 North in Manchester – UK politics live
PM will chair the inaugural meeting of the national economic council that will aim to shift economic decision-making away from LondonAndy Burnham wil…
Replacing gas stove can help asthmatics as much as some drugs, US experts find
Team in Ohio finds swapping to electric has ‘very large’ impact, despite study being scaled back by Trump cutsA US study has found a 70% drop in hospi…
Ireland urged to put pressure on Germany over pro-Palestinian activist’s trial
Irish politicians concerned about Daniel Tatlow-Devally’s treatment in jail want Micheál Martin to send observers to Ulm 5 trialA cross-party delegati…
‘Burnham bounce’ and World Cup lift mood in July, says data firm
‘Wave of optimism’ is sparked by prospect of new PM, England football team’s progress and hot weatherConsumer confidence in the UK jumped this month b…
What to know about Trump’s new tariffs on more than 80 countries
Tariffs ranging from 10%-12.5%, taking effect on Friday, are US president’s latest effort to circumvent CongressJust before a temporary levy on global…
The Papers: 'Burnham eager to get drilling' and 'Tardis fit for a King'
The papers are focusing on different aspects of Andy Burnham's first week in the top job.…
Scientists find building blocks of birdsong's 'spectacular diversity'
A scientific study has revealed the acoustic secret that connects all birdsong - and it is surprisingly simple…
They became best friends – then discovered they were brother and sister
Andrea Urmston knew she had an adopted brother, only to discover he was already her closest friend.…
US health panel recommends easing restrictions on controversial peptides
Vote from advisory group – whose members include people linked to peptides industry – likely to embolden RFK JrA panel of federal health advisers on T…
Regional mayors to take key roles in UK policy decisions as part of No 10 North plans
Burnham says ‘no one in government loses when power is shared’ as he revives Brown-era national economic councilIt’s not just a No 10 in the north, it…
Invasive species cause more harm in the Global South
Invasive species can wreak havoc on ecosystems. A new study in Science suggests low- and middle-income countries in the Global South experience greate…
Trump cuts target federal advisory boards. What does it mean for agencies like NASA?
The Trump administration has terminated or suspended more than 100 federal advisory committees. Former members say agencies like NASA now have less ac…
Egyptian warrior princesses, ancient avocados, and more science news
Hannah Chin and Nate Rott of NPR's Short Wave podcast talk about the building blocks of birdsong, the evolutionary history of avocados and Egyptian wa…
US government cancels subpoena against three New York Times reporters
Withdrawal is latest instance of government's efforts to crack down on critical media facing setbacks in court.…
Australia news live: Jim Chalmers says he has ‘other priorities’ than a gas tax; Anthony Albanese calls to congratulate Andy Burnham
Treasurer points to other reforms after Labor members call for ‘fairer return’ from natural resources. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news e…
Deadly monsoon floods kill at least 40 in India
At least 40 people have died and up to 80 remain missing after heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding.…
White House says will not block Tate brothers’ extradition to UK
Social media influencers to be extradited after UK authorities file dozens of new sex crime charges against them.…
Videos show the moment police officer shoots man on street in Wisconsin
Outrage is growing after videos show a police officer fatally shooting a man in the US state of Wisconsin.…
Rally attendee steals the show by mimicking Trump’s gestures
A rally attendee seated directly behind Trump drew attention by mimicking the president.…
Louisiana House candidate accused of rape says he hopes to again ‘earn’ Trump endorsement
Republican Blake Miguez is weighing what district to run in after state redrew map following supreme court decisionA congressional candidate from Loui…
Minnesota man who killed Democratic lawmaker sentenced to life in US prison
Judge says that long sentence is merited for slaying of state Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.…
Trump says nearly 200 firms have signed pledge to protect Americans from costs arising from datacenters
‘Ratepayer Protection Pledge’ president has touted is non-binding as people continue to struggle with rising billsDonald Trump has announced that abou…
World Bank estimates Venezuela earthquakes caused $19.6bn in damage
Report says 47 percent of physical damage from pair of earthquakes impacted residential buildings.…
Burnham tells Swinney independence is 'off limits' at Glasgow Commonwealth Games meeting
The heads of the UK, Scottish and Welsh governments came together ahead of the opening of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.…
Secret Service agent on Vance’s detail under investigation
Agent came under suspicion after allegedly providing info in MS Now report about vice-president’s helicopter tripA Secret Service agent assigned to JD…
UK’s Burnham tells Scotland new independence vote is off limits
Visiting Scotland, Burnham says a new referendum would detract from efforts to grow the economy.…
Bordeaux wildfire burns 3,100 hectares, 20,000 evacuated
A wildfire near Bordeaux, France, has burned 3,100 hectares (7,660 acres) of forest…
Kemi Badenoch ‘has to adapt’ her rhetoric to take on Andy Burnham
Conservative leader is becoming more confident and forging a message for her party, but faces a new opponent “So, Andy Burnham seems like a nice guy.”…