White House requests $87.6bn, mostly for Iran war
The White House has requested $87.6bn in new funding, with $67.1bn for the Iran war. Top Democrat Patty Murray vows not to rubber stamp funds for an unauthorized conflict.
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Ryan Thomas mistakes Keir Starmer for Jeffrey Dahmer
Ryan Thomas confused outgoing PM Keir Starmer with cannibal serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer on a podcast, leaving his brothers in stitches.
Sadiq Khan says Trump has 'man crush' after latest rant
London Mayor Sadiq Khan says Donald Trump has a 'man crush' on him after the US president called him 'grossly incompetent' following London winning the Lee Kuan Yew Prize as world's best city.
Taxi drivers heckle at London robotaxi hearing
London private hire drivers interrupted a City Hall session on robotaxis, voicing fears over job losses. Waymo and Wayve defended safety, citing no serious incidents since 2018.
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Elderly woman's iconic heatwave comment on BBC goes viral
An elderly woman on BBC Breakfast perfectly captured the UK's mood during a record-breaking heatwave, saying she prefers 23°C and 'doesn't want' 40°C temperatures.
Zizians member charged with murder of her parents in Pennsylvania
Michelle Zajko, already jailed in Maryland on other charges, has been charged with murder, burglary and conspiracy in the 2022 deaths of her parents Rita and Richard Zajko.
Perseverance rover detects organic carbon on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has detected complex organic carbon molecules in Martian mudstones, hinting at possible ancient microbial life, though geological processes could also be responsible.
Burnham-Purnell reunion revives Labour's Demon Eyes team
Andy Burnham's choice of James Purnell as chief of staff reunites the late-90s Labour football team Demon Eyes, raising concerns about new talent within the party.
Pressure mounts on Trump to prove reflecting pool sabotage
Trump and Interior Department face calls to release evidence of alleged vandalism at Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, as renovation project faces algae, peeling paint, and dead ducks.
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Judge blocks Trump voter citizenship proof order
A US federal judge blocked Donald Trump's executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration, ruling it unconstitutional.
Corrections: Asamoah Gyan penalty and Isa deposit
Guardian corrects errors: Asamoah Gyan's penalty miss in 2010 World Cup and Isa savings deposit terminology.
Stefanovic to leave Nine after Robinson interview
Karl Stefanovic is expected to leave Channel Nine after hosting far-right activist Tommy Robinson on his podcast. Plus, a new teal party launches, and possum bao is on the menu at Dark Mofo.
Israel says troops stay in southern Lebanon, complicating Iran talks
Israel's defence minister says troops will not withdraw from southern Lebanon, undermining US-Iran peace talks as fighting continues to block a permanent deal.
Trump Holds Housing Bill Hostage Over Voting Measure
Donald Trump refuses to sign bipartisan housing bill unless Senate passes restrictive voting law; Schumer blasts decision as abandoning help for Americans.
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Clarke and Robertson fear Scotland's World Cup journey over
Scotland's head coach Steve Clarke and captain Andy Robertson believe their World Cup hopes are dashed after a 3-0 loss to Brazil, leaving them reliant on other results.
Trump opens America's 250th with campaign rally on National Mall
Donald Trump launches America's 250th anniversary festivities with a political rally on the National Mall, declaring 'America is back' and listing purported victories.
Trump: Zelenskyy 'pretty well' in Ukraine war; Nato summit looms
Donald Trump says Volodymyr Zelenskyy is 'holding his own' against Russia, as European allies plan strong support for Ukraine at July Nato summit in Ankara.
De Gaulle epic shows up the tepidity of our politics
A new film about Charles de Gaulle highlights his stubbornness and genius, prompting reflection on modern political agency and the need for transformative action.
Stefanovic off radio show after Tommy Robinson interview
Karl Stefanovic will not appear on The Long Weekend radio show with Eddie McGuire after backlash from his podcast interview with UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson.
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Trump turns US 250th birthday into campaign rally
Donald Trump turned America's 250th birthday celebration into a campaign rally, focusing on divisive topics and his own agenda, with Democrats absent and performers withdrawing.
Burnham's biggest threat is his own Labour MPs
Andy Burnham's biggest threat isn't bond markets but his own Labour MPs, who may turn on him if he fails to deliver radical change fast.
Trump calls Burnham 'extremely liberal', warns UK 'dying'
Donald Trump labels Andy Burnham 'extremely liberal' in first comments on the Labour frontrunner, warns UK is 'dying' and criticises allies over Iran conflict.
Britain's addiction to the 'new PM' button won't end with Burnham
Britain has had seven prime ministers in a decade, and the cycle of replacing leaders won't solve deeper problems, argues Jonathan Liew.
Warren: Trump-era mega mergers could be undone by 2028
Senator Elizabeth Warren warns that a 'tsunami of anger' could reverse Trump-era mega mergers, including the $111bn Warner Bros Discovery-Paramount deal, by a future administration.
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Adrian Chiles: How a Thomas Hardy mix-up ruined summer
Adrian Chiles recalls a disastrous 1984 road trip to impress his first girlfriend with Hardy knowledge, only to visit the wrong monument.
US renters demand federal action against apartment junk fees
Hundreds of tenants and activists call on FTC to regulate add-on charges that spike housing costs and increase eviction risk, as industry groups push back.
Venezuela Quakes: 164 Dead, State of Emergency
Twin earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela, killing 164 and injuring 971. A state of emergency has been declared, with severe damage in Caracas.
Reeves backs Burnham as next PM despite reports of lesser role
Rachel Reeves supports Andy Burnham for prime minister, dismissing reports she may be moved from chancellor to a junior cabinet role if he becomes Labour leader.
Will Trump restrain Netanyahu for Iran peace?
As Israel continues attacks on Lebanon, any US-Iran deal is at risk. Trump has expressed anger at Netanyahu, but will he back it with action by withholding weapons?
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Skripal novichok house in Salisbury put up for sale
A 30% share of the Salisbury house where Sergei Skripal was poisoned with novichok is for sale at £114,000, with the rest owned by Wiltshire council.
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