Australia dock workers call for 28-hour week in AI talks
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Is Johor ready for new power balance? Malaysia’s Loke implores voters to curb BN dominance
The transport minister urges voters to flood Saturday’s state election to ensure Malay-led Barisan Nasional does not have its way
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Is Johor ready for new power balance? Malaysia’s Loke implores voters to curb BN dominance
The transport minister urges voters to flood Saturday’s state election to ensure Malay-led Barisan Nasional does not have its way
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Claude AI evolved its own human-like thinking space – Anthropic
Anthropic’s latest AI model Claude has evolved an internal workspace that it uses to manipulate concepts similar to how people consciously think, the corporation says.
· RT
Europe replacing US as NATO’s main anti-Russian actor – expert
European NATO members have become the main driving force behind the bloc’s confrontation with Russia as US strategic priorities have shifted, Dmitry Trenin, president of the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC), wrote in an op-ed for RT.
· RT
Alex Eala to resume campaign in Mubadala DC Open
MANILA, Philippines — After a solid grass court season capped by a historic Wimbledon run, Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala will take a 3-week break before returning to action at the Mubadala DC Open slated from July 27 to August 2.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Diamante, Espinosa target sweep as Palawan Naga netfest unfolds
MANILA, Philippines — Donna Diamante sets her sights on a dominant campaign in the girls’ division, while Jhunreal Espinosa looks to prove he belongs among the country’s rising stars as the City of Naga Juniors Age Group Tennis Championships get underway Thursday at the City of Naga courts in Cebu.
· The Manila Times
Search under way for cargo plane that vanished off Pakistan coast
The plane went missing off the coast of Karachi, a port city on the southern tip of Pakistan
· Bbcnews
Hundreds of jobs at risk as John Lewis plans to cut some services
Around 200 John Lewis staff could lose their jobs as the retailer looks to close its in-store money exchange services and dedicated gift wrapping areas.
· Bbcnews
AP honors Breanna Stewart as one of the top women’s college players during the Top 25 poll era
The Associated Press’ Global Sports Editor Josh Hoffner presents the Greatest Player award to New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart ahead of a WNBA basketball game against the Dallas Wings, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Watch: Buckling support beams seen inside New York high-rise
A high-rise building in New York City under construction is structurally unstable after two of its support columns started buckling on Tuesday morning. The building was evacuated along with surrounding buildings after reports of falling bricks.
The Papers: 'Let the people judge' and 'Farage gamble turns to farce'
The announcement of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage resigning as MP for Clacton to trigger a by-election is the lead in many of Wednesday's papers. Farage's gamble "has descended into a farce", reports the Daily Telegraph, after his political rivals said they would not stand against him. Opponents have dubbed the resi…
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How Arthur Fery smashed his way to Wimbledon semi-finals
Arthur Fery reached Wimbledon semi-finals with a straight-set victory over Flavio Cobolli
Who is Arthur Fery? - Meet GB's Wimbledon wildcard hoping to go all the way
Learn all about British wildcard Arthur Fery ahead of his quarter-final match against Flavio Cobolli at Wimbledon 2026.
'It is not normal' - but extraordinary Djokovic defies odds once again
Novak Djokovic is into his eighth successive Wimbledon semi-final and 15th overall
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'Extreme' marine heatwave expected for parts of UK
UK fishing communities say shellfish catches have been badly hit as warming seas bring predatory octopus
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'The water just came so fast': Typhoon triggers floods and rare tornadoes in China
Fatal Typhoon Maysak floods burst dam wall in China
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Reform asks NCA to investigate leaks of private financial information
Reform UK Deputy leader Richard Tice has written to the boss of the National Crime Agency (NCA) asking if he will investigate whether the body is responsible for leaking his private financial information to the media.
· Bbcnews
Package holidays to Dubai and Egypt cheaper as European prices creep up
Family package holidays to destinations like Dubai and Egypt are cheaper this summer than last as tour operators cut prices to tempt people back.
· Bbcnews
Questions swirl over top US Republican McConnell's hospital stay - here's what we know
The senator was seen on 4 June leaning on his staff to support himself
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Fears of a massacre in this city on the front line of Sudan's war
A 27-year-old university student, Sarah was at a crowded fuel station in the city of el-Obeid, on the front line of Sudan's civil war, when a drone struck without warning.
· Bbcnews
Why replacing leasehold may be easier said than done
When Sally, 74, bought her two-bedroom flat in 2021, she hoped it would be the home she could peacefully retire in.
· Bbcnews
From mouthwash to hair dye: How weight-loss jabs are changing shopping habits
Weight-loss medications have surged in popularity over the last few years, with more than two million people in the UK now using them.
· Bbcnews
Amber heat-health alerts in effect as UK set for one of longest-lasting heatwaves since 1976
Amber and yellow heat-health alerts have come into effect across England as the United Kingdom braces for one of the longest-lasting heatwaves since 1976.
· Helen Willetts
Farage's rivals rule out standing in Clacton by-election
Labour, the Conservatives, the Liberal Democrats, the Green Party and Restore Britain have all ruled out contesting the Clacton by-election triggered by the resignation of Nigel Farage.
· Bbcnews
Fulham appoint Arbeloa as Silva's successor
Arbeloa played for Liverpool and West Ham in the Premier League
· Bbcsport
Bernie Sanders urges Platner to quit Maine Senate race as Democrats vie to succeed him
US Senator Bernie Sanders on Tuesday urged Maine's embattled Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner to end his campaign following a sexual assault allegation on Monday that Platner has denied.
· REUTERS
Judge rejects Justice Department’s attempt to obtain names of 2020 election workers in Georgia
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· Associated Press
US resumes strikes on Iran after tanker attacks
The US announced a new round of strikes on Iran after several tankers were targeted while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
· RT
The fury and heartbreak of Egypt's stunning World Cup collapse
Argentina complete extraordinary comeback to beat Egypt
· Bbcsport
US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz
The US has launched a series of strikes on Iran in response to attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
· Bbcnews
Dallas Cowboys player who died by suicide diagnosed with brain disease
NFL player Marshawn Kneeland was suffering from stage 1 chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) when he died by suicide last year, scientists have said.
· Bbcnews
What must Fery do to become Wimbledon semi-finalist?
Arthur Fery is only the sixth Briton to reach the Wimbledon men's quarter-finals in the Open era
· Bbcsport
Spencer Pratt meets with Trump at White House
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· Zain Khan
China’s multi-front campaign to blunt and beat US chip bans
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· Jeff Pao
Tears of relief? Messi adds another incredible chapter to World Cup career
Argentina complete extraordinary comeback to beat Egypt
· Bbcsport
4 key questions hanging over a Le Pen candidacy
PARIS — The monthslong legal saga that threatened to derail Marine Le Pen’s presidential aspirations ended with a major plot twist that will allow her to mount a fourth run for the Elysée Palace.
· Marion Solletty, Clea Caulcutt
Presidency bid while continuing court fight a gamble for Le Pen
Marine Le Pen's decision to do two things at once is something of a gamble.
· Bbcnews
Marine Le Pen to run for presidency and appeal against conviction in France’s highest court
French far-right leader announces decision after court orders her to wear ankle tag over embezzlement
· Angeliquechrisafis
Rutte’s ‘Made in NATO’ weapons push collides with EU’s ‘Buy European’ drive
ANKARA, Turkey — NATO chief Mark Rutte announced tens of billions of dollars in new defense deals Tuesday, hailing a new age of transatlantic industrial cooperation. There’s just one catch: the EU is set on fostering its own homegrown industries.
· Laura Kayali, Victor Jack, Chris Lunday
Harry's bad news lands at wrong time, but prince sticks to script
The timing for Prince Harry couldn't have been worse.
· Bbcnews
Superb England inflict record T20 defeat on India
Best shots from Salt's 70 against India
· Bbcsport
Shades of Keane and Gerrard in Bellingham display - Rooney
Wayne Rooney believes Jude Bellingham's performance against Mexico was reminiscent of heroic Champions League displays from Steven Gerrard and Roy Keane.
· Bbcsport
IOC lifts Russian Olympic Committee suspension
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has provisionally lifted its suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), clearing the way for the country’s athletes to return to international competition.
· RT
Fifa investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed
IShowSpeed has more than 100 million followers across all social media platforms
· Bbcsport
Argentina make incredible late comeback to beat Egypt
Argentina survive an almighty scare before delivering a scarcely believable second-half comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.
Judge rejects DOJ attempt to get names of 2020 Fulton County election workers
ATLANTA (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice cannot have the names and personal contact information for every person who worked during the 2020 election in Georgia’s Fulton County, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
· Kate Brumback
Nigel Farage Resigns As MP
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