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GB's Glave and Azu claim European 100m one-two
Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts in Birmingham.…
White House pushes DoJ to revive reflecting pool case against Olympian
Justice department is asked to weigh new charges against David Hearn after US attorney dropped vandalism chargesThe White House has asked the Departme…
Will Andy Burnham’s everyday fixes be enough to get the public on his side?
The prime minister’s money-saving policies are popular but they are yet to convince voters he can take on the big thingsIt was last year that Martin L…
‘Abusive’ man found guilty of harassing Stella Creasy MP on tube train
Clifford Wilby, 63, blocked the Walthamstow MP from leaving, filmed her and talked about her ‘failings as a member of parliament’A 63-year-old man has…
Criticism as thousands of seats empty at Europeans
Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.…
Three ways to watch safely without glasses
With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household it…
Trump faces lawsuit over push to limit birthright citizenship
Despite previous Supreme Court ruling, Trump has sought new approach to limit the longstanding practice.…
PSG vs Aston Villa: UEFA Super Cup – prediction, lineups, teams
The traditional curtain raiser for Europe's football league season pits Paris Saint-Germain against Aston Villa.…
Hungary elects supreme court judge ousted by Orban as new president
Baka replaces Orban appointee Tamas Sulyok, ousted weeks ago during Tisza’s campaign against Orban-era power structures.…
US state department has canceled over 175,000 visas since Trump’s return to office
Revocations targeted foreign nationals who allegedly broke terms of their visas, says Department of StateThe US Department of State has canceled more …
What to know about the US primary election in Minnesota
Immigration is at the centre of another closely watched Democratic Senate race.…
Somali denied World Cup ‘proud’ to referee PSG vs Villa in UEFA Super Cup
Omar Artan was turned away on arrival at Miami International Airport before World Cup 2026 where he was to officiate.…
Hunter Biden defends Tucker Carlson over Netanyahu comments
Hunter Biden defends Tucker Carlson over Netanyahu comments…
What to watch in Wisconsin’s high-stakes primary
US Democrats face another test after Michigan as voters choose nominees for governor and Congress.…
Final phase of voting in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, despite security fe
Final phase of voting in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, despite security fears…
AI agent hacks gym to get its owner spot in pilates class
The incident is being seen as the latest example of the AI tools going to any lengths to complete their tasks.…
What to know about South Carolina’s election to replace Lindsey Graham
Tuesday's special election will pick a Republican challenger for the midterm Senate race transformed by Graham's death.…
HCA workers push for higher pay and more staffing amid billions in profits: ‘I’m struggling’
Largest for-profit hospital system and operator in the US reported $6.8bn in profits, while employees find it difficult to make ends meetUnion workers…
The map showing world's division over Infantino
BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from all 210 of its members.…
Smoke from warehouse fire closes section of M25
It is shut between junctions 22 and 21A because of smoke and the risk of a "secondary explosion".…
Wisconsin considers democratic socialist for governor amid US wave of progressive wins
Francesca Hong is Democratic frontrunner in four-way primary race to lead the swing state, a test of anti-establishment sentimentWisconsin voters will…
‘Fiercely independent’ South Carolina votes on Lindsey Graham’s Senate successor
Republicans, including Graham’s sister Darline, expedite campaigns to replace late senator in special primary raceIn the race to replace the late US s…
Minnesota primaries could mark change of path for Democrats and Republicans
From progressive and moderate to election deniers, state sees wide spectrum of candidates in test of direction for both partiesMinnesota voters on bot…
PM asks justice secretary to find way to exclude PC Harper’s killers from early release scheme
Andy Burnham said to be ‘determined’ to work out solution after increasing pressure from family and policeAndy Burnham has told the justice secretary …
Rayner says Burnham won’t accept ‘system says no’ advice over prisoner release scheme – UK politics live
Burnham has asked the justice secretary Alex Norris to come to parliament in September with solution Good morning. Andy Burnham has been prime ministe…
Donald Trump says replacing Gianni Infantino would be a ‘terrible mistake’
Trump's comments are the first time he has spoken in FIFA president's defence since FFE plans were leaked on July 28.…
Australia’s prime minister refuses to apologise to Japanese counterpart over melon gaffe
Anthony Albanese facing criticism after appearing to joke on a podcast about a gift of melons from Sanae TakaichiAustralian prime minister Anthony Alb…
Tuesday briefing: To drill or not to drill – Burnham’s first big climate test
In today’s newsletter: As we enter our fifth summer heatwave, Andy Burnham’s government is looking at what the UK should do with its remaining North S…
Moment Chinese rocket explodes after lift-off
The rocket failed after an in-flight anomaly while carrying a satellite, Chinese state media reported.…
Trump’s media company reports $238m loss
Trump Media & Technology Group earns less than $2m in Q2.…