Barnier: UK could keep opt-outs if it rejoins EU
Former EU chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier says UK could retain pound and stay outside Schengen if it rejoins bloc, boosting rejoin campaign.
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UK could keep pre-Brexit opt-outs if it rejoins EU, says Barnier
Michel Barnier says the UK could retain its opt-outs from the euro and Schengen if it rejoins the EU, and that Brexit has made Britain's problems worse.
US Gas Prices Drop Below $4 After Iran Deal
Average US gas prices fell below $4 a gallon for the first time since March after a preliminary US-Iran agreement to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but remain $1 higher than pre-conflict levels.
Vance Scolds Israeli Critics of Iran Deal, Says Trump Is Only Ally
US Vice-President JD Vance rebukes Israeli cabinet members for attacking the Iran deal, warning they risk losing their only powerful ally. Iran plans to impose fees on the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran to file Fifa complaint over World Cup restrictions
Iran will lodge a formal complaint with Fifa over restrictions imposed by World Cup organisers, including limited arrival time in Los Angeles before crucial Belgium match.
Carlsen loses four straight games in Hong Kong chess event
Magnus Carlsen lost four consecutive games at the World Teams Rapid in Hong Kong, highlighting a chess boom in Asia with strong performances by Chinese and Indian teams.
Social Media Ban Alternatives: Activities for Under-16s
UK experts propose activities like clubs, coding, and wildlife spotting as alternatives to social media for under-16s, amid government ban proposals.
G7 Allies License Ukraine to Produce Air-Defence Missiles
G7 leaders agree to license Ukraine to produce air-defence missiles and long-range systems, addressing critical shortages. Germany and US support cooperation, while EU considers extending refugee status.
Brexit Damaged UK Exports, Customs Union Won't Help Much
New research shows Brexit depressed UK exports to the EU by 12%, with most damage from leaving the single market. Rejoining the customs union would have limited benefit.
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10 Years After Brexit: Have You Repaired Family Rifts?
As the 10th anniversary of the 2016 EU referendum approaches, share how Brexit affected your relationships with family or friends and whether you've healed the rift.
Trump's old anti-Iran deal tweet resurfaces after peace pact
A 2013 tweet by Donald Trump criticizing the Iran nuclear deal has resurfaced after he brokered a similar peace agreement, drawing comparisons between the two accords.
Trump signs initial peace deal with Iran to prevent economic crisis
US President Donald Trump has signed a tentative peace deal with Iran, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a $300bn reconstruction plan, to avoid a worldwide depression.
Emmerdale Shock: Familiar Face Returns to Sarah Sugden
Sarah Sugden faces a shocking reunion in Emmerdale as a blast from her past arrives. Will this newcomer help or worsen her turmoil?
Europe Must Collaborate for Defense Independence
The collapse of the Franco-German fighter jet project highlights Europe's need for joint defense efforts. Strategic autonomy requires cooperation, not national competition.
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Lib Dems Urge Labour to Drop EU 'Torpor' and Rejoin Single Market
Ed Davey calls on Labour to abandon red lines on EU, advocating rejoining single market and customs union ahead of Brexit vote anniversary.
Labour Unprepared on EU, Says Ex-Ambassador Rogers
Ivan Rogers, former UK EU ambassador, criticizes Labour's lack of a coherent EU strategy, calling their proposals a 'ragbag' that won't improve the economy.
Holiday Horror Stories: From Bombings to Shark Encounters
Readers share their terrifying holiday experiences, from near-miss bombings in Belfast to shark encounters in Fiji and a missile false alarm in Hawaii.
Social media ban may drive children to darker online spaces
Experts warn that banning social media for under-16s could push children into unregulated online areas like the dark web, Telegram, or forums, as the UK plans to enforce restrictions by 2027.
UK Equity Outflows Reach £135bn Post-Brexit
UK equity outflows have widened to £135bn a decade after the Brexit referendum, highlighting ongoing investor caution and market challenges.
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Trump Offers $300B Iran Reconstruction Fund in Peace Deal
Details of the Trump-Iran peace deal reveal a $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran, with conditions including nuclear commitments and Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon.
EU Parliament OKs Trump Tariff Deal with Conditions
The European Parliament approved a tariff deal with the US, including a sunset clause until 2029 and conditions on steel and aluminium tariffs, just before a US deadline.
EU-UK Summit Set for July 22 to Discuss Reset
The EU and UK will hold a summit on July 22 to discuss resetting post-Brexit relations, delayed by disagreements over a youth mobility scheme for under-30s.
Trump Declares US-Iran Deal 'All Signed' at G7 Summit
Trump announces Strait of Hormuz will open Friday as G7 leaders work to prevent the US-Iran deal from unraveling amid Israeli ceasefire breaches and fee disputes.
Starmer Announces Russia Sanctions, Ukraine Nuclear Support at G7
UK PM Keir Starmer announces new sanctions on Russia and £210m for Ukraine's nuclear plants at G7 summit, vowing to stand with Ukraine 'as long as it takes'.
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US-Iran Deal: Temporary Truce, Deep Problems Remain
Analysts doubt the US-Iran interim deal will resolve root causes of tensions, with risks of future conflict, regional instability, and unresolved issues like Iran's nuclear program and Axis of Resistance.
Will US-Iran Peace Deal Hold? Uncertainty Over Details
A tentative US-Iran peace deal raises questions about the Strait of Hormuz, Israel's Lebanon withdrawal, and Iran's nuclear program. Competing claims from Trump and Tehran leave details unclear.
One Nation Raises $3M: Podcast Analysis
Tony Barry and Barrie Cassidy examine One Nation's $3M fundraising, major party responses, PM's misstep, 'Ditch the Witch' slogan, and Liberal prospects in Victorian election.
Settlement produce mislabelled in EU exports, probe finds
An investigation by Global Echo found that one in six Israeli agricultural shipments to Europe contained mislabelled settlement goods, violating trade rules and bolstering the settler economy.
Londoners praise under-16s social media ban
Londoners support the UK's proposed ban on under-16s accessing social media, part of a broader online safety drive. PM Starmer calls it a 'line in the sand'.
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Donald Trump and Iran announce end to war on his 80th birthday, featuring a UFC match at the White House. Will the peace deal hold? Strait of Hormuz reopening expected.
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