6 d. ago Six killed and dozens wounded by Israeli army while collecting aid, says Gaza civil defence – Middle East crisis live

Israeli troops reported to have targeted civilians assembling near an aid point in central GazaThe US and UK have “disagreements” on Gaza including over whether to recognise a Palestinian state, JD Vance has suggested as he arrived in England for his summer holiday.The US vice-president was speaking before a bilateral meeting with David Lammy, the UK foreign secretary, at his 17th-century grace-and-favour country house, Chevening. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Italians turn away from private beaches amid debate over rising prices

Figures suggest shift from country’s traditional summer culture, with lounger and parasol rentals up to €90 a dayItalians appear to be snubbing beaches this summer, amid claims they are rebelling against the high prices charged by the owners of private beach concessions.Going to the beach and renting cabins, loungers and parasols – usually at the same location – has long been an ingrained habit of Italian summer holiday culture. Continue reading...

Economics

8 d. ago Jamie Carragher explains why Chelsea are NOT 'any closer' to winning the Premier League title

Carragher is not convinced that Maresca's revamped squad is any stronger than before, suggesting the club's recruitment has lacked impact despite eight summer arrivals costing around £250m.

Politics

1 week ago Couples using IVF to conceive may be more successful during the summer, research suggests

A study involving 1,100 women undergoing fertility treatment suggests a pregnancy may be up to twice as likely when the weather is sunnier and warmer.

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4 w. ago We swapped Disneyland for this German theme park – it could be Europe’s best

With UK theme parks and Disneyland Paris busier than ever, Mike MacEacheran suggests another option – and this summer, there are new reasons to visit

Politics

4 w. ago Loose Women's Jane Moore wows in £98 'perfect' summer dress that's down to £49

With Boden offering a huge discount on Jane Moore's dress, we suggest snapping up the stand-out summer style while it's still in stock

Economics

last month Monty Don issues July bird update and urges gardeners to do one thing

Bird enthusiasts should be careful when it comes to gardening this summer, as Monty Don suggests that there's one common task you should only complete in a specific part of July

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