Hosepipe ban for 1 million in Hampshire and Isle of Wight
One million people face a hosepipe ban from July 10 as Southern Water enforces restrictions amid critically low river levels and a third heatwave.
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Taxi driver who delayed 999 call after Southport attack loses licence
Gary Poland, who drove Axel Rudakubana to the Hart Space studio and waited 50 minutes to call 999, has had his taxi licence revoked by Sefton Council.
Corrections: Cocktails Quote, Orson Welles, and More
Corrections to recent Guardian articles: cocktail quote misattributed, Orson Welles film direction error, and other amendments including Ukraine war briefing, US supreme court ruling, and minimum wage changes.
Trump AG Targets 'Birth Tourism' After Court Ruling
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announces crackdown on 'birth tourism' after Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, despite such births being less than 1% of US babies.
Maltese businessman paid €150,000 to kill journalist, jury hears
Yorgen Fenech, heir to a property empire, is on trial for the 2017 murder of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, with prosecutors alleging he paid €150,000 for three hitmen to carry out the bombing.
Fixing the US Supreme Court: Elie Mystal on Reforms
Elie Mystal argues that three key reforms to rein in the US Supreme Court's power are constitutional and necessary, addressing decisions on voting rights, immigration, and birthright citizenship.
China-Japan tensions: Taiwan, militarism, trade
China accuses Japan of 'reckless militarism' after PM Takaichi's Taiwan comments, imposing export controls. Trade interdependence may prevent escalation, with APEC meeting eyed for rapprochement.
Trump Channels Teddy Roosevelt at Bizarre Library Opening
Trump dedicated a $450M library to Theodore Roosevelt, riding a 'Freedom250 train' and speaking with a hologram, drawing comparisons but ignoring environmental legacy.
Are AI Companies Getting Away With Crime?
AI companies face growing scrutiny for potential criminal activities, including data theft and copyright infringement, raising questions about accountability.
China ethnic unity law denounced by rights groups
China's new ethnic unity law, effective June 1, 2024, is criticized by rights groups and Taiwan for eroding minority rights and enabling overseas targeting of dissidents.
The Privilege of Mourning: Shada Islam on Loss and Inequality
Shada Islam mourns her mother Abeeda, recognizing the privilege of grieving amid wars in Gaza and Sudan where rituals are impossible.
Senate passes bill to restore human override to aged care algorithm
The Senate has passed legislation to reinstate human oversight to an aged care algorithm that has frequently under-assessed elderly Australians, leaving them without adequate care.
Mayors should get sweeping powers, says Burnham ally
A thinktank paper backed by Andy Burnham calls for mayors to control social care, childcare, and skills, marking a shift from Whitehall.
US pharma deal could cost NHS £44.7bn and cause 229,000 deaths
A US-UK medicine deal, struck by Starmer and Trump, will cost the NHS £44.7bn over a decade and cause 229,000 excess deaths, according to a BMJ analysis, undermining democratic scrutiny.
Burnham's No 10 North: readers divided on devolution idea
Andy Burnham's proposal for a 'No 10 North' in Manchester draws mixed reactions: some praise devolution, others question cost and regional focus.
Burnham's No 10 North: Ancoats as government hub
Andy Burnham's plan to move parts of Whitehall to Manchester's Ancoats district wins praise but faces logistical challenges, with a disused retail park site earmarked for the new No 10 North.
UK must adapt to drone warfare or risk falling behind
Britain must invest in drone capabilities to keep pace with modern warfare, as fibre optic drones render traditional tanks and aircraft obsolete, according to experts.
Icac inquiry into NSW Liberal party corruption allegations
NSW Icac will hold a public inquiry into corruption allegations against Liberal figures, fugitive developer Jean Nassif, and others, focusing on branch stacking and donations.
Why Burnham's political skill could be crucial for Labour
Andy Burnham's political acumen and vision set him apart from Keir Starmer, offering Labour a renewed sense of mission and authenticity that could define his premiership.
KPMG appoints chair who called leak allegations false
KPMG appoints Michael Ebeid as chair despite earlier emails where he called whistleblower leak allegations 'completely false' and described a senator's actions as 'inappropriate'. Greens senator says appointment risks entrenching culture that needs change
Burnham bank tax raid pits unions against City bosses
Andy Burnham's potential windfall tax on UK banks sparks clash between union leaders urging wealth taxes and bankers warning of 'economic suicide' as profits surge.
Russian missile and drone barrage hits Kyiv overnight, killing 17
At least 17 people were killed and dozens injured in Kyiv overnight as Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on the Ukrainian capital early Thursday.
America's 250th: Celebrating democracy amid threats
Francine Prose reflects on the US 250th birthday, noting the fragile state of democracy under Trump, while urging hope and a recommitment to constitutional ideals.
UK Accepts Southport Inquiry Recommendations
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood accepts all recommendations from the Southport attack inquiry, which found the murders of three girls could have been prevented due to fundamental failings.
US Supreme Court Bolsters Trump's Agenda
The US Supreme Court has accommodated Trump's expansive view of presidential powers, rejecting birthright citizenship only superficially while enabling multiple power grabs.
MPs seek ban on Russian cartoon Masha and the Bear
Cross-party MPs urge the UK government to stop broadcasting Masha and the Bear, alleging the children's show is a form of Russian soft power propaganda.
Starmer vetoes Tuchel's school bunk-off call for England match
Keir Starmer opposes Thomas Tuchel's plea for parents to let children skip school to watch England's 1am World Cup match against Mexico, urging attendance on Monday.
Labour not prepared to govern in 2024, says ex-Starmer aide
Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer's former chief of staff, admits Labour was unprepared for government in 2024, criticises lack of planning, and shares anecdotes about Donald Trump's views on wind turbines.
At least 21 dead in Russian attack on Kyiv
At least 21 killed as Russia launches nearly 500 drones and 70+ missiles on Kyiv, the worst attack on the capital in over four years, Vitali Klitschko says.
Liberal Party Needs More Than Rebrand to Win Back Voters
Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry discuss One Nation's poll drop and why voters are not returning to the Liberal party, plus falling house prices challenge for Labor.
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