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A Sikh truck driver is stabbed amid a rise in anti-South Asian rhetoric
The driver said he was shaken by a violent encounter at a rest stop, which he described as unprovoked.…
Big questions - and key logistical details - loom ahead of China-U.S. summit
Despite the lingering questions, China remains optimistic about the summit.…
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option
Waterfront homes are collapsing along the coast. Homeowners generally have plenty of warning before their house buckles. So why aren't most houses rem…
D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk
The Trump administration wants to build its 250-foot arch near one of the country's busiest runways. The FAA will determine whether that poses a hazar…
Why reshaping memories may hold the key to raising self-esteem
In a new book, psychologist Marisa Franco explains why it's good to feel good about yourself — and shares a helpful memory technique that we've turned…
Balaclava boys on electric bikes: How to tackle the problem?
The sight of masked young men on electric bikes or motorcycles is becoming increasingly familiar - what can be done about it?…
'Everybody was as one': Reverend reflects on search effort for Noah Woods
The Reverend Chris Willis says the public reaction has been a "thread of positivity" in the sadness.…
Tories challenge chancellor to rule out tax rises in budget – UK politics live
The Conservatives want to brand Burnham’s administration as a ‘traditional tax and spend socialist government’Chris Bryant, the Northern Ireland secre…
Trump threatens EU with ‘serious tariffs’ after proposal to make Canada first associate member – Europe live
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says such a partnership is for the European Union’s ‘common strength’US president Donald Trump has …
Access-to-nature crisis ‘on par with that of Victorian Britain’s filthy air’
Research finds many in England lack proximity to green and blue spaces as Labour urged to speed up manifesto pledgeNearly half of all parliamentary co…
Turkey detains dozens in crackdown on LGBTQ+ activists and journalists
Protesters teargassed as minister claims widespread raids and arrests under obscenity laws were to ‘protect families’ Turkish authorities have used ac…
US extends visa ban on Palestinian officials before UN General Assembly
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is among those barred for the second year in a row.…
Morocco’s 2026 election: A test of political trust and engagement
Youth unemployment, living costs and public services are key issues before the September 23 vote.…
Verstappen beats 100 go-karters in fun Silverstone race
Four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen has beaten 100 go-karters in a competition at Silverstone, UK.…
Fiji declares national HIV emergency as Pacific nation grapples with surge in cases
Government estimates that one in 60 adults in Fiji now living with HIV, as escalating use of methamphetamine fuels ‘epidemic’Fiji has declared a natio…
‘Pretend I’m on the ticket’: Trump hits campaign trail in bid to boost Republican hopes
President stumps for Senate nominee Michael Whatley in North Carolina and urges voters to ‘crush the communists’Donald Trump returned to the campaign …
Trump calls EU offer to Canada of associate membership ‘laughable’, while threatening tariffs
The US president call the move a ‘hostile act’, as Canada seeks to move closer to the EU and diversify its defence tiesDonald Trump has threatened the…
Trump says Canada becoming EU ‘associate member’ could be ‘hostile act’
The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.…
US CENTCOM tells Al Jazeera Hormuz blockade ‘highly effective’
The spokesman for US Central Command has told Al Jazeera its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is ‘highly effective’.…
Labor backs down on veterans’ health services cap after furious backlash from Jacqui Lambie and ex-ADF members
Independent senator had denounced as ‘cruel’ the plan to impose a $5,000 cap on allied health services for veteransLabor has backdown on plans to impo…
Lena Dunham announces birth of first baby via surrogacy
The writer and actress announced the birth of her daughter in an op-ed published by Vogue on Wednesday.…
Exiled Nicaraguan journalist Luis Galeano detained by ICE in Florida
Galeano, who has had asylum application pending for about seven years, was pulled over by agents while driving for LyftVeteran journalist Luis Galeano…
US government paid federal employees $9.5bn not to work amid Doge cuts – report
GAO report shows how use paid administrative leave rose by 435% from 2023 to 2025 and incurred a sixfold costThe US government paid federal workers $9…
Manchester United lose 3-2 to Brighton, crash out of League Cup
Brighton come from two goals down to win 3-2 at Old Trafford, to shock Manchester United as slow start continues.…
League Two Fleetwood host Arsenal in Carabao Cup - full fourth-round draw
League Two side Fleetwood Town will host Premier League champions Arsenal in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.…
Prisoners to ‘double up’ in one-person prefab cells, leaked documents show
Exclusive: Ten category C prisons in England and Wales asked to add second beds, in breach of safe occupancy limitsThe Prison Service has drawn up pla…
LA homelessness non-profit workers arrested over alleged corruption and bribes
Pair accused of misappropriating millions in taxpayer dollars as Trump officials target alleged fraud in blue statesFederal law enforcement officers h…
Australian politics live: Labor to reveal new immigration rules; PM hails narrowing of gender gap
Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia has broken into the top 10 of the World Economic Forum’…
‘Made in Europe’ laws could derail UK plans for reset with EU
Government sources say legislation aimed at China poses a risk to British businesses and must be addressedEuropean legislation that threatens to lock …
Is EU’s offer to Canada a blueprint for Britain – or a reminder it is out in the cold?
Ursula von der Leyen has opened door for Canada to become associate member to deepen links in ‘openly hostile world’Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carn…