71 m. ago Ukraine war briefing: Analysts flag Kremlin scare campaign against use of Tomahawks

Russian lawmaker says of US missiles: ‘We will hurt those who cause us trouble’; Ukrainian counteroffensive causing heavy losses for Russia. What we know on day 1,324 Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Gaza ceasefire talks live: Trump says Israel and Hamas have signed off on ‘first phase’ of peace plan

Trump says ‘all parties will be treated fairly’ while Israeli prime minster Benjamin Netanyahu says ‘with God’s help’ all hostages will be brought homeAs part of the Guardian’s Israel-Gaza: two years on series marking the second anniversary of the Hamas attack into Israel and the war in Gaza, the below has been published:The children’s names appear on a list of victims of Israel’s offensive in Gaza, maintained by health authorities in the territory. As of the end of July it ran to 60,199 names, of whom 18,457 were under 18s. Far from comprehensive, the list does not include the thousands still buried under the rubble of destroyed buildings, as well as the war’s many indirect victims. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Small businesses could save a day a week if they use AI, Google claims

Research by Google found that AI-powered tools could boost productivity among small and medium enterprises by 20%.

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3 h. ago Victoria Beckham’s sense of humour was a gift in new docuseries, says director

Director Nadia Hallgren said the fashion designer’s comedic timing is ‘brilliant’.

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3 h. ago High tax fears ahead of Budget sends business confidence to lowest level in three years

HIGH tax fears ahead of next month’s Budget have sent business confidence to its lowest level in three years, a survey shows.  Company bosses fear a Groundhog Day experience as concerns grow they will bear the brunt of another slew of punishing taxes.  Optimism levels appear to be in freefall as tax concerns hit profits growth, recruitment and investment plans.  Businesses have now...

Economics

3 h. ago Horse racing tips: ‘Perfect conditions and he has form to match’ – Templegate’s Thursday NAP at Ayr

TEMPLEGATE tackles Thursday's racing looking to swell the coffers ahead of a brilliant weekend of top class action. Back a horse by clicking their odds below. LORD BERTIE (3.25 Ayr, nap) He enjoyed himself here last time when an excellent second in good company. His best form has come with plenty of cut in the...

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3 h. ago Now Keir Starmer wants digital ID cards to be expanded to cover Britons' everyday lives

The Prime Minister announced last month that a mandatory system would be introduced so people can prove they have the right to work here - in an attempt to curb illegal migration.

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3 h. ago Amazon Prime Day 2025 live: Last chance to shop the best deals

I’m tracking the biggest Prime Day discounts as they appear – follow me for the best deals

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4 h. ago New California law aims to improve school nutrition by phasing out some ultraprocessed foods

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law phasing out certain ultraprocessed foods from school meals

Society

4 h. ago King Charles warns ‘it’s never been more important to protect our planet’ with launch of new documentary

The documentary will feature the King’s own reflections on his lifelong commitment to promoting a sustainable world

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4 h. ago Starmer eyes expansion of digital ID system to manage public services

The Prime Minister is on a trade mission to Mumbai.

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4 h. ago Jude Gerrard's parents say son 'deserves better' after fatal nursey 'mistake'

Jude Gerrard, aged two, tragically died at Early Learners Day Nursery, in Bootle, Liverpool, and his parents are angry that his death has been put down to an "honest mistake"

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4 h. ago This Eufy robot vacuum cleaner is half price with over $650 off for Amazon Prime Day

This robot vacuum received high praise when we put it to the test

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4 h. ago Britain should embrace voluntary ID cards, Keir Starmer suggests

Prime minister to hold meetings on the use of digital ID cards on two-day trade trip to India, where they have already been adopted

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5 h. ago Footsie and gold soar to record highs as investors shrug off Bank of England's AI 'correction' warning

On a record-breaking day on financial markets, the FTSE 100 rose 0.7%, or 65.29 points to an all-time high of 9548.87, while bullion hit $4,059 an ounce.

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5 h. ago King’s ‘inspiring’ film about harmony with nature to hit Prime Video in 2026

The documentary will feature Charles’ own reflections on his lifelong commitment to promoting a sustainable world.

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5 h. ago Trump says Gaza peace deal ‘very close’ and he may travel to Middle East in days

US president optimistic after US, Qatari and Turkish officials join third day of indirect Israel-Hamas talks in EgyptDonald Trump has said he may travel to the Middle East at the end of the week, adding that negotiations in Egypt to end the two-year war in Gaza were “very close” to reaching a deal.The US president said that he could visit the region on Saturday or Sunday as he hailed talks that could bring “peace for the Middle East”. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Metaquest VR headset with rare £93 Amazon Prime Day reduction is an ideal Christmas present

'An amazing bit of kit with plenty of games and apps in virtual reality'

Economics

5 h. ago Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz's emotional cameo in Victoria's Netflix documentary

The couple have been locked in a family feud for months and haven't been pictured with Brooklyn's parents since Boxing Day last year.

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6 h. ago Details about deaths of parents who died in scalding hot bath revealed in toxicology report

Jeferson Luiz Sagez and Ana Carolina Silva had spent the day before their deaths celebrating their four-year-old daughter's birthday.

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