Dame Sarah Storey retires at 48 after 19 Paralympic golds
Britain's most successful Paralympian, Dame Sarah Storey, announces retirement at 48 after 19 golds across nine Games, from Barcelona 1992 to Paris 2024.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to reconsider birthright citizenship
President Donald Trump announced he will ask the US Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling upholding birthright citizenship, citing a Texas hospital's billboards advertising maternity services to Mexican women.
Platner withdrawal risks Democrats' Senate chance
Graham Platner's withdrawal from Maine's Senate race after sexual misconduct allegations threatens Democrats' bid to flip the Senate and check Trump's power.
Le Pen cleared to run for president despite conviction
Marine Le Pen's appeal conviction for embezzlement allows her to run for president in 2027, posing a serious challenge to French democracy and EU stability.
British women accuse US airman of rape in military trial
Two British women who accused US airman Tyrion Davis of rape describe their traumatic experience testifying at a US military court martial, where he received a 10-month sentence.
Europe faces new reality as US protection wanes at Nato summit
Europe can no longer rely on US protection, Nato summit confirms. Allies scramble to boost defence spending and build independent capabilities amid Trump's unpredictable stance.
Coalition's own failures undermine Telstra outage attacks
The Coalition under Angus Taylor is failing to capitalise on the Telstra outage due to own gaffes, including Sarah Henderson's triple-zero test call and Taylor's unsubstantiated China interference claims.
Olise's rise from Hayes to World Cup star for France
Michael Olise, born in England, has become a World Cup standout for France with five assists. His journey from a Hayes housing estate to Bayern Munich, via Reading, is explored by early coaches.
Britain's reform aversion: why change always seems too risky
Andy Beckett argues that Britain's political and media elite consistently labels major reforms as too risky, stifling necessary change and fueling public disillusionment.
Angus Taylor warns of 'eternity of pain' from One Nation
Angus Taylor dismisses One Nation as a 'column of smoke', warning its policies would trigger inflation, force RBA rate hikes, and risk a sovereign debt crisis.
ABC, SBS reject envoy's call for Israel coverage oversight
ABC and SBS reject Jillian Segal's proposal for an external oversight committee to vet Middle East coverage, defending their complaints processes at the royal commission.
Taylor defends Henderson's triple-zero calls during Telstra outage
Angus Taylor defends shadow minister Sarah Henderson's unnecessary triple-zero calls during Telstra's nationwide outage, as SA police investigate a claimed death linked to the outage.
Trump resumes Iran bombing, risking wider war
Donald Trump launched new airstrikes on Iran after declaring the US-Iran memorandum over. The conflict threatens global energy markets as Tehran leverages control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Charlie Kirk Becomes Meme After Assassination
Charlie Kirk, assassinated 10 months ago, is now the subject of widespread online memes and mockery, marking a shift from initial reverence among conservatives.
Family demands probe after ICE kills 10th person in Trump term
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, 52, was fatally shot by ICE agents during a targeted enforcement operation on Tuesday, marking the 10th fatal shooting by immigration officials in Trump's second term.
Burnham urged to scrap income tax and NI in radical overhaul
Prominent economists including Jim O'Neill urge Andy Burnham to replace six key taxes with a single levy to raise £75bn a year for public services.
Reform UK shifts focus from Manchester to Farage's Clacton
Reform UK activists urged to abandon Greater Manchester mayoral campaign to support Nigel Farage in Clacton byelection, sparking claims of desperation.
Five pressing questions for Reform UK about its finances
Scrutiny mounts on Reform UK's finances as questions swirl about gifts, loans, and donations, with even supporters questioning Nigel Farage's judgment.
FTC consumer chief vows more tough moves despite doubts
FTC consumer protection head Chris Mufarrige defends record, pledges more actions on scams and junk fees, despite challenges from Trump administration policies.
NSW spent $300k+ on failed protest law defences
The NSW government has spent at least $305,500 on legal fees unsuccessfully defending anti-protest laws, including $117,455.50 on a single challenge to Pard laws struck down by the court of appeal.
Iranians recall terror after US strikes on port cities
At least 14 killed and 78 injured in US strikes on Bandar Abbas and Sirik; residents describe fear and water shortages as temperatures exceed 45C.
Tributes to Bedfordshire family killed; father sought in Zimbabwe
Nothabo Zandile Tshuma and her daughters Natalie, 15, and Nala, 5, were found dead in their Bedfordshire home. Police are searching for the father, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who is suspected of killing them and fleeing to Zimbabwe.
Iran's Funeral of Century: Khamenei Buried Amid Uncertainty
Ali Khamenei buried in Mashhad after six-day funeral; son Mojtaba succeeds but remains unseen; US strikes continue; Iran's future uncertain.
Capita pension fiasco may cost £40m
Capita apologises for 'very poor service' as civil service pension delays cause hardship; expects £25m-£40m hit to profits, shares drop 21%.
Burnham apologises for Labour's Gaza stance, vows tougher Israel policy
Andy Burnham apologises for Labour's initial response to Israel's Gaza military action, saying the party 'didn't get it right' and will do better under his leadership, including more pressure on Israel.
Andy Burnham can win back Labour voters by supporting migrants
Simon Steyne argues that Andy Burnham can appeal to anti-racist former Labour supporters by speaking truthfully about migration and rejecting xenophobic policies.
Cottrell called Farage 'daddy', ex-candidate says
George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster, was introduced as Nigel Farage's chief of staff before the 2024 election despite Reform UK denying he held any official role, a former candidate says.
US Launches New Airstrikes on Iran After Trump Threatens Escalation
The US launched new airstrikes against Iran, targeting near its sole nuclear plant. Iran retaliated by striking US-allied Kuwait and Qatar, escalating tensions after Trump declared the ceasefire 'over'.
Count Binface's hand dryer pledge still plagues pub
Count Binface's 2019 pledge to move a hand dryer at the Crown and Treaty pub in west London remains unresolved, with the device still causing awkwardness for patrons.
Lottery player 'sickened' after winning £12M ticket binned
A mum-of-two from South Wales claims her winning £12 million lottery ticket was thrown away by a shopkeeper after a machine error. Allwyn is investigating.
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