68 m. ago Newsom threatens to pull funds unless California cities crack down on homelessness

‘We’re not going to fund failure,’ says governor, who warned local authorities they could lose out on millions of dollarsCalifornia’s governor warned cities and counties that they could lose out on hundreds of millions of dollars in state funding if they do not make progress in clearing out encampments and tackling homelessness.Gavin Newsom’s comments on Monday, while announcing $920m in funding to address the crisis, come as he escalates efforts to push local governments to take greater action. Last summer, Newsom told counties he could withhold state support if they failed to do more homeless encampment sweeps. Continue reading...

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89 m. ago Marcus Rashford Manchester United transfer blocked as major 'guarantee' made

Marcus Rashford faces an uncertain future at Man United when his season-long loan at Aston Villa ends, but Ben Foster believes he won't be joining Arsenal.

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97 m. ago Netflix drops teaser trailer for You as Joe Goldberg returns to New York to face his past in upcoming final series

All ten episodes are set to arrive on the platform on April 24, with fans of the drama set to find out what happened after Joe (Penn Badgley) and Kate (Charlotte Ritchie) left London.

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1 hour ago Apple shareholders vote against ending DEI program amid Trump crackdown

Vote vindicates tech company’s decision to uphold diversity initiatives as other firms give into pressure from presidentApple shareholders voted down an attempt to pressure the technology company into yielding to Donald Trump’s push to scrub corporate programs designed to diversify its workforce.A proposal drafted by the National Center for Public Policy Research – a self-described conservative thinktank – urged Apple to follow a litany of high-profile companies that have retreated from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives currently in the Trump administration’s crosshairs. Continue reading...

Politics

1 hour ago French fugitive whose escape left two officers dead extradited from Romania

Mohamed Amra’s arrest ends nine-month manhunt when armed assailants ambushed prison convoy in NormandyA notorious French fugitive who staged a deadly escape that killed two guards last year has been extradited from Romania to France, days after his arrest in Bucharest ended a nine-month international manhunt.Mohamed Amra, nicknamed “The Fly”, was arrested near a shopping centre in Bucharest on Saturday after being identified by Romanian police, despite having dyed his hair red, possibly to evade detection. The Bucharest court of appeal approved his extradition request on Sunday. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Chris Eubank Jr slaps Conor Benn with egg in face after intense confrontation

An ill-tempered press conference ended in bizarre fashion as Eubank Jr cracked an egg in Benn’s face in reference to his failed drugs tests

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2 h. ago Chelsea v Southampton LIVE: Score and updates as Blues face must

The Blues could move as high as fourth with a win against the Saints

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2 h. ago Conor Benn issues immediate response to being slapped with egg by Chris Eubank Jr

Chris Eubank Jr triggered a brawl on stage during his face off with rival Conor Benn at their Manchester press conference after hitting him with an egg - and his opponent has now furiously hit back

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2 h. ago House Republicans to vote on spending deal that could slash Medicaid funding

Budget central to Trump’s agenda might get stalled before 14 March deadline as lawmakers warn of nearly $1tn in cutsHouse Republicans are planning to vote on Tuesday on a spending blueprint central to Donald Trump’s agenda, but the package faces potential derailment over nearly $1tn in Medicaid cuts that could fracture their slim majority.The fiscal year 2025 proposal includes approximately $4.5tn in tax cuts alongside increased spending for defense and border security. To offset these costs, the plan tasks congressional committees with finding about $2tn in spending reductions over the next decade. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Conor Benn claims Eubank Jr 'owes Neymar £4m' as boxing rivals clash at explosive Manchester press conference

He made the outrageous claim on Tuesday evening as they prepare to face off at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium

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3 h. ago Bonmatí ‘has to believe’ change will happen after Rubiales conviction

Midfielder hopes the fight of Hermoso was not in vainSpain squad ‘thankful’ for support shown by EnglandAitana Bonmatí said she “has to believe” that change will happen and that the fight of Jenni Hermoso and Spain players has not been in vain, after the conviction of Luis Rubiales for sexual assault.Speaking before England host Spain at Wembley on Wednesday, the first meeting of the two sides since Spain’s 1-0 victory in that World Cup final in Sydney, the two-time Ballon d’Or winner, when asked whether she thought change would happen, said: “I have to believe. I believe this case happened for a reason and makes us more respected as women. People will realise that it has been important, and it doesn’t need to happen any more.” Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Pictured: Mother, 39, found dead at home with man as police continue to probe 'unexplained' deaths

Natalie Jones, 39, and an unnamed 47-year-old man were discovered in the property in Hirwaun, South Wales, late on Friday afternoon after a neighbour raised the alarm.

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3 h. ago Chris Eubank Jr slaps Conor Benn with EGG as fighters are dragged apart

Eubank Jr slapped Benn as they faced off for the first time since their grudge fight was finally rearranged for April 26 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

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3 h. ago Michigan veterinarian faces theft charge after refusing to return homeless man's dog

A Michigan veterinarian says she rescued a distressed dog

Politics

3 h. ago Trott defends Afghanistan’s men with cloud hanging over England game

Taliban’s ban on women playing cricket has led to calls for a boycott by the ECB, but Champions Trophy match proceedsA day out from what is a must-win game for both Afghanistan and England, Jonathan Trott, head coach of the former, addressed the issue that is impossible to ignore during this Champions Trophy. The Taliban continues its brutal clampdown on women’s rights back in Afghanistan and Trott outlined the position his players find themselves in.“They know the difference between right and wrong,” said Trott, drawing a distinction between a team that play their cricket in exile under the previous Afghan flag and the regime at home. “They are under no illusions about where they have come from and they’re very courageous. You see that in their cricket and that’s the one thing I’ve not tried to change at all. They know who they are playing for and representing.” Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Conor Benn shows true colours with jibe about Chris Eubank Jr's dad

The two British rivals went face-to-face in Manchester for the first time since their mouthwatering dust-up in April was officially announced

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3 h. ago Spain head coach Montse Tome refuses to answer questions on Luis Rubiales case

Tome, who was assistant head coach to Jorge Vilda at the Women’s World Cup, said she was only focused on the football ahead of Spain’s meeting with England at Wembley

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3 h. ago Palestinians say they support Trump's plans to revive Gaza as the 'Riviera of the Middle East'

Many Palestinians said they support President Donald Trump's plan to turn Gaza into the 'Riviera of the Middle East,' despite his proposal getting much pushback across the world.

Politics

4 h. ago Celine Dion pays tribute to Roberta Flack whose music ‘shaped generations’

The US singer was known for songs including Killing Me Softly With His Song and The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.

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4 h. ago Chelsea v Southampton, Crystal Palace v Aston Villa, and more: football – live

Updates from the Premier League action and beyondLive scoreboard | Tables | Fixtures | And email DanielIt’s not even March and already, we know who’s going to win the league, who’s going to finish second, and who’s going to go down. On the face of things, this English Premeer League season is over, and a bust.However there’s always a however so, however: the fun in “oor league” has not, this season, been at either end but in between. So though, had someone shown us tonight’s fixtures in August, we might’ve sneered at them, Brighton v Bournemouth has all the makings of a terrific contest, two tough, attacking teams at the cutting edge of progress, a Champions League spot well with their ambit. Continue reading...

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