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World
Board of Peace says no Israeli withdrawal from Gaza before Hamas disarms
Netanyahu and board director Maldenov meet amid tensions over Gaza disarmament roadmap and recent Israeli attacks.
World
Trump administration sued by 25 states over new tariffs on trading partners
The states claim the new levies are a pretext to re-impose tariffs that were ruled illegal by the US Supreme Court.
World
Why is Trump Media selling early access to Trump's Truth Social posts?
The service reportedly costs up to $100,000 (£74,170) per month and offers access to posts from influential accounts milliseconds before the
World
Analysis: Trump fumes as top allies back down on his personal battles
A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.
World
Iran war live: Tehran denies US talks as Trump warns of ‘last chance’
US president says talks with Iran are under way, warning the negotiations are Tehran's 'last chance' to secure a deal.
World
Two workers who died in quake-hit Japan mall were sent in to get cash
A Japanese company has admitted that two workers, who died in a shopping mall explosion following powerful earthquake.
Finance
Half price rail travel extended to 18-year-olds
They'll be able to buy the 16-17 Saver railcard up until the day before they turn 18.
Finance
SpaceX’s Blockbuster Earnings Report Is Coming. What to Watch.
World
Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger
The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".
World
Tokenomics: Why making AI pay is tricky
Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.
World
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes passes 6,000
National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez says 6,125 people confirmed dead as government response faces scrutiny.
World
What heatwaves mean for summer weddings – and how to plan for one
The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.
Tech
After killer quarter, Palantir CEO Alex Karp calls AI industry ‘Marxist’
After a quarter that delivered $1 billion in profit, Palantir CEO Alex Karp on Monday once again warned that AI frontier labs are too untrus
World
I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa
Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.
World
'Digital lifeline' - Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future
Thousands of young people in Gaza are pursuing roles in the digital economy as the territory's wider recovery stalls.
World
There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media
As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations
World
Why keeping youth discontent in check remains Indian PM Modi's biggest challenge
India has the biggest youth population in the world but few are able to find good jobs despite rising education levels.
World
Petrol prices strain US households as oil giants Chevron, Exxon profits soar
Low-income US households are hit hardest, spending more than 10 percent of monthly income on petrol as prices rise.
World
From Trump to El-Sayed: US Arabs in Michigan centre Palestine in politics
Arab Americans in Michigan who withheld support for Kamala Harris in 2024 say they will not back pro-Israel candidates.
World
Tennis: Philippines’ Eala wins first WTA title, Fritz claims DC crown
Alex Eala rallies past top seed Jessica Pegula in a two-day, rain-hit final, while Taylor Fritz beats teen Rafael Jodar.
Tech
Snap CEO sidesteps Specs preorder questions on Q2 earnings call
When asked about product-market fit, Spiegel said he believes mass-market consumer adoption won't occur until the end of the decade.
World
EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.
World
Migrants await asylum in Ceuta amid hunger and thirst
Migrants rushed to receive water and beverages in Ceuta, Spain, where many have spent days on a beach awaiting asylum.
World
Will Israel withdraw from Gaza if Hamas disarms?
Israel says it has doubts about the Palestinian group laying down its weapons.
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