Iraq trapped between US and Iran as war exposes fragile state
The US-Iran war has collapsed Iraq's balancing act, with militias attacking its oil infrastructure, exposing a weak state unable to defend its sovereignty or economy.
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UK environment secretaries are lobbyist pawns, failing ecosystems
George Monbiot argues UK environment secretaries have become corporate lobbyist pawns, facilitating industrial poultry farming that destroys rivers, while ministers like Emma Reynolds and Angela Eagle block planning reforms to protect nature.
Ruby Franke Documentary Reveals Shocking Truth Behind Blog
A new BBC documentary series exposes the shocking truth behind family blogger Ruby Franke, whose YouTube channel earned £100k monthly before her arrest for child abuse in 2023.
Warm wind in UK feels alarmingly wrong: Adrian Chiles
Adrian Chiles describes how a warm wind in Cardiff panicked him more than heatwaves, highlighting climate crisis unease.
Bath festival criticised over diversity comments deletion
Bath Children's Literature Festival founder emailed authors to delete social media posts about lack of diversity in 2026 programme, sparking criticism and fears of blacklisting.
Dame Penelope Keith: Service to Arts and Military Families
Dame Penelope Keith, known for her acting and charity work, became patron of Reading Force, a charity connecting military families through shared reading, and actively participated in events until her passing.
Teacher and daughter die after trying to help boy, 7, on Essex beach
Shalina Rahman, 42, and daughter Sameeha, 15, died in West Mersea while trying to rescue a seven-year-old relative who is now on life support in London.
India's 'Cockroach' protest enters fourth day
The youth-led 'Cockroach' protest in India against PM Modi's government enters its fourth day, with thousands demanding education minister's resignation over exam leaks.
Man mocks Trump behind his back at Georgia rally
An audience member at a Donald Trump rally in Marietta, Georgia, mocked the US President's mannerisms throughout his speech, with clips going viral on social media.
Jordan Stephens' PowerPoint pitch to Jade Thirlwall resurfaces
A clip of Jordan Stephens creating a PowerPoint to win over Jade Thirlwall has resurfaced after reports the couple split after six years. The pair remain amicable.
Khan: Russia, China, MAGA spread 'lawless London' lies
Sadiq Khan claims Russia, China, MAGA influencers and rival cities amplify negative stories about London, despite crime falling 14% in the past year.
Woman crashes car after swearing at Nigel Farage
A woman who swore at Nigel Farage during his Clacton campaign crashed her car moments later, which he called 'instant karma' on social media.
Arsonists use cats with flammable rags to spread fires
Italian authorities investigate arsonists who sent live cats with flammable-soaked rags tied to their tails into wildfires, spreading flames in Calabria. A €1,000 reward is offered for information.
Coronation Street: Lauren pressures Betsy over Dylan
In Coronation Street, Lauren Bolton pressures Betsy Swain to report Dylan Wilson for her stroke, causing Betsy to feel humiliated and ask Lauren to leave.
EastEnders spoilers: Ian Beale court, Gray Atkins prison plot
Ian Beale's day in court arrives next week on EastEnders, while Gray Atkins hatches a new scheme from prison and George Knight struggles with guilt.
O'Brien: Constable painting error shattered my Archers belief
Richard O'Brien can't look at Constable's The Hay Wain after BBC used wrong owl hoot in The Archers. Letters also discuss north/south divide, England's World Cup match, and Yorkshire puds.
Man seriously injured in Hackney after England World Cup match
A 24-year-old man was violently attacked in Hackney after England's World Cup win over Norway, leaving him with a serious head injury. Police seek public's help.
Streeting and Mahmood's early release jokes insult victims
A domestic abuse survivor criticises Wes Streeting and Shabana Mahmood for joking about early prisoner release, calling it terrifying for victims like her.
Rahul Gandhi detained at Delhi protest near PM Modi's home
Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was briefly detained and taken away by bus after protesting outside PM Modi's residence in solidarity with the Cockroach movement, which alleges police brutality against Gen Z protesters.
Why Many Black Americans Rooted Against Argentina in World Cup
Many Black Americans rooted against Argentina in the World Cup final due to racism, politics, and silence from Lionel Messi, choosing Spain as the less harmful option.
Indian opposition shuts parliament over 'cockroach' protests
Opposition parties suspended parliament demanding education minister's resignation, supporting the Cockroach Janata party protests against police violence and exam scandals.
Battersea fly-tipping hotspot persists despite years of complaints
Residents near Harling Court in Battersea say Wandsworth Council has failed to tackle a fly-tipping hotspot since 2021, with overflowing bins attracting vermin and creating a health hazard.
Over £100k raised for boy thrown into crocodile pit
More than £100,000 has been raised for a three-year-old boy who suffered serious injuries after being thrown into a crocodile pit at a zoo in Cambridgeshire.
Animal rights activists clash with security at Mayfair apartments
Animal rights protesters stormed 47 Park Street luxury apartments in Mayfair on Sunday, brawling with security and demanding Marriott go cage-free.
Warren Fox didn't kill Jenson - Gemma staged his death
Jenson Cole is alive after Warren Fox shot him. Gemma Johnston staged the murder to prove Warren only used Jenson for Sebastian's bone marrow.
Hackney protesters win reopening of London Fields paddling pool
Hackney Council agrees to reopen London Fields paddling pool after campaigners protest, citing need for free play spaces for families without gardens.
Emmerdale Charity agony as victim refuses to testify
Charity Dingle breaks down in tears after Dr Caitlin Todd's victim Helen refuses to go to police, dashing her hopes for justice in Emmerdale.
Rugby players remove influencer's bath from Pen y Fan
Cardiff Rugby Academy removed a bath left by influencer Tom Christopher at 2,907ft on Pen y Fan. He apologised, saying he intended to retrieve it but was overwhelmed by public interest.
Nolan Wells Memorial: $50K Reward, Calls for Investigation
At a Mississippi memorial for Nolan Xavier Wells, 18, found dead after a July 4 boat trip, family and leaders demand an independent investigation, with a $50,000 reward for information.
Cockroach protest: thousands march in New Delhi
Tens of thousands of Cockroach Janta party protesters marched in New Delhi on 20 July, defying police orders to protest education and unemployment issues.
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