54 m. ago Solution to get food and aid to Gaza is ‘steps away’, US state department says – live

Gaza is on the brink of catastrophe after two months of a total blockade by Israel, aid workers say, with many families down to one meal a dayThe winners and losers of Trump’s first tariff war strongly suggest that bankruptcies and farm consolidation could surge during his second term, with major corporations best placed to benefit from his polices at the expense of independent farmers.New analysis by the non-profit research advocacy group Food and Water Watch (FWW), shared exclusively with the Guardian, shows that Trump’s first-term tariffs were particularly devastating for farmers in the Maga rural heartlands. Continue reading...

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73 m. ago He’s ready to compete – Henry Pollock tipped to shine for Lions by Andy Farrell

The 20-year-old rising star of English rugby has been picked in the 38-man touring party.

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93 m. ago Ruben Amorim target told target 'could be like Eric Cantona' and 'change' Man Utd

Chris Waddle urges United to sign Cunha, because he can go on to become an icon in the mould of French maverick Eric Cantona

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99 m. ago 'I fancy hurdling star to win famous Chester flat racing handicap'

East India Dock was one of the major successes of the jumps season but Daily Star Chief Tipster Jason Heavey thinks he can land one of flat racing's biggest races on the final day of the Chester May Festival

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1 hour ago Robert Francis Prevost becomes first US pope and will be known as Leo XIV – live

Bells ring in St Peter’s Square as cardinals elect successor to Pope FrancisRobert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV as cardinals elect first US pontiffUS celebrates first US pope: ‘Everything dope, including the pope’Historically, some of the conclaves were really drawn out: in 13th century, they needed three years, over 1,000 days, to choose Gregory X.There was also one that ended on the first day, when Julius II in 1503 was elected after just 10 hours. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago US retires database tracking billions of dollars of climate change

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said it is retiring its public database meant to keep track of the cost of losses from weather and climate disasters, including floods, heat waves, wildfires and more

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2 h. ago Britain hasn’t agreed a trade deal with the US – it’s ended a hostage negotiation | Gaby Hinsliff

There will be relief for carmakers but not much else to celebrate: Trump’s whims still hang over the UK – and the world – economyHang out the bunting and let the church bells ring. A VE Day trade deal with Donald Trump is done, and in the car plants of the West Midlands as much as in the backrooms of No 10, there will be understandable relief that, for now at least, America’s phoney war on them is over.It’s true that the easing of arbitrary tariffs on cars, steel and aluminium that didn’t even exist until eight weeks ago falls far short of being an actual trade deal, not least because the president could rip it up again tomorrow if he felt like it. But the terms agreed between London and Washington could save thousands of jobs, which isn’t to be sniffed at, even if they’re jobs that need never have been at risk in the first place had Trump not suddenly chosen to threaten them. More surprisingly, Rachel Reeves seems to have managed to hang on to her digital services tax on (mostly US...

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2 h. ago 'I use a magic robot therapist to save my relationship and put an end to relentless rows'

For most couples, when the arguments become a major problem, there are two options - break up or try counselling. For this pair, they found an unusual way to save their relationship

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2 h. ago UK politics: Tariffs cut on UK cars, steel and aluminium in US trade deal, says Starmer – as it happened

Car exports will face 10% tariffs while levies on steel and aluminium are cut to zeroTrump and Starmer confirm ‘breakthrough’ UK-US trade dealThe Liberal Democrats treasury spokesperson Daisy Cooper has reiterated the party’s position that any trade deal with the US should be put to parliament for approval before being ratified, saying Labour “should not be afraid” of a vote if they are confident a deal is in the country’s best interests.Cooper, the MP for St Albans, said in a statement:Parliament must be given a vote on this US trade deal so it can be properly scrutinised.A good trade deal with the US could bring huge benefits, but Liberal Democrats are deeply concerned that it may include measures that threaten our NHS, undermine our farmers or give tax cuts to US tech billionaires.If it’s correct, and you know, whilst we haven’t been named publicly, it does sound like something’s happening, nevertheless, it would be wholly speculative [to comment].As you appreciate and know full ...

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2 h. ago Lord of the Rings fans say ‘it’s about time’ as new film lands release date 26 years after The Fellowship

Andy Serkis will return as Gollum for the new film

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2 h. ago Veterans don Union flag hats and dance to 1940s tunes at VE Day street party

The event at the Erskine home near Glasgow was reminiscent of the street parties held to celebrate VE Day 80 years ago.

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2 h. ago Celtic's relationship with the treble has changed as players given 'like animals' command

Manager feels Celtic are expected to complete domestic clean sweep

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2 h. ago Conclave live: Robert Francis Prevost to be first American pope and will become Leo XIV

Bells ring in St Peter’s Square as cardinals elect successor to Pope FrancisExplainer: how does the conclave work?Leading candidates to be the next popeHistorically, some of the conclaves were really drawn out: in 13th century, they needed three years, over 1,000 days, to choose Gregory X.There was also one that ended on the first day, when Julius II in 1503 was elected after just 10 hours. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago I tried a £20 ‘epic’ sandwich in this picturesque Scottish town

This Scottish town isn’t short of places for lunch, but one eatery is a must for those that love a good sandwich.

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3 h. ago Brentford make major Aaron Hickey statement amid 18 months of injury hell

The Scotland defender hasn't kicked a ball for the Premier League side since October 2023

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3 h. ago Abortion case prompts calls for legal reform after woman’s four

The investigation has been described by MPs as ‘cruel and unnecessary’ and a ‘shocking wake-up call’ of the need for a change in the law.

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3 h. ago Federal prosecutors open criminal investigation into New York attorney general

Exclusive: Prosecutors impanel federal grand jury in Virginia to hear evidence after Trump official’s referral against Letitia JamesUS politics live – latest updatesFederal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into New York’s attorney general, Letitia James, after the Trump administration alleged last month in a referral that she may have falsified paperwork for properties she owns in Virginia and New York, according to people familiar with the matter.The investigation marks a swift and notable escalation against James, a major political enemy of Donald Trump, who was ordered to pay more than $450m in penalties as a result of a lawsuit brought by James’s office that accused him of inflating his net worth to secure financial benefits. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Henry Pollock’s rapid rise continues with British and Irish Lions selection

The 20-year-old has been included in a 38-man touring party bound for Australia this summer despite only making his England debut in March.

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4 h. ago Hikers on popular Scots trail warned after several left unwell from drinking river water

Nine walkers so far have reported unpleasant symptoms.

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4 h. ago Danny Rohl drops major next Rangers manager hint with two pronged bombshell as takeover heavyweights hold trump card

The German boss appears to be inching towards the Sheffield Wednesday exit after his latest media stop in his homeland

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