14 m. ago Strikes and marches against budget cuts cause disruption across France, with 94 arrests – Europe live

Up to 800,000 people are expected to protest over public services and wages, a week after the appointment of prime minister Sébastien LecornuPeople in France: share your views on the strikeFull report: France’s biggest strike in years under way amid political crisisI am keeping an eye on the EU’s midday briefing just now, but there is no substantial update from the EU on the 19th package of sanctions against Russia.The European Commission’s deputy chief spokesperson, Olof Gill, repeated that “we expect to present [them] soon”, as he asked journalists to “please bear with us on that”, without offering more detail. Continue reading...

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48 m. ago Chinese airline launches ‘world’s longest flight’ that takes 29 hours

The journey will cross more than 12,500 miles

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53 m. ago All Chrome users must restart their browsers now and check for crucial Google upgrade

Chrome users should check their settings without delay.

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77 m. ago New French PM under pressure as strikes disrupt schools and transport across country – Europe live

Up to 800,000 people are expected to march over budget cuts, public services and wages a week after Sébastien Lecornu’s appointmentPeople in France: share your views on the strikeFull report: France’s biggest strike in years under way amid political crisisI am keeping an eye on the EU’s midday briefing just now, but there is no substantial update from the EU on the 19th package of sanctions against Russia.The European Commission’s deputy chief spokesperson, Olof Gill, repeated that “we expect to present [them] soon”, as he asked journalists to “please bear with us on that”, without offering more detail. Continue reading...

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81 m. ago Trump and Starmer hold talks at Chequers as UK businesses hope for tariff concessions – UK politics live

US president is holding talks with Starmer before attending a business event and then appearing at a joint news conference with PMPresident Trump is now leaving Windsor Castle. He will be flying to Chequers by helicopter.Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian president, has thanked King Charles for what he said at the state banquet last night strongly supporting the Ukrainian cause.I extend my deepest thanks to His Majesty King Charles III @RoyalFamily for his steadfast support. Ukraine greatly values the United Kingdom’s unwavering and principled stance.When tyranny threatens Europe once again, we must all hold firm, and Britain continues to lead in defending freedom on many fronts. Together, we have achieved a lot, and with the support of freedom-loving nations—the UK, our European partners, and the US—we continue to defend values and protect lives. We are united in our efforts to make diplomacy work and secure lasting peace for the European continent.Our countries have the closest de...

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1 hour ago UK supermarket is selling Cadbury’s selection boxes for just 25p

The news comes as the retailer announced it is going back to basics, amid news that the store was struggling financially, bosses have said they plan to increase the number of bargains available

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1 hour ago B&M shoppers 'feel old' after spotting £20 item everyone owned in 2000s

The retailer has caught attention on social media with a 'nostalgic' £20 item

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1 hour ago Next boss warns over ‘anaemic’ growth and hit to jobs market from tax hike

The retail giant stuck to full-year forecasts but cautioned that UK sales growth will pull back sharply in coming months.

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2 h. ago Deepal S07 electric SUV arrives in Britain with £40k price tag

The £40k EV designed in Turin is tech-first and comes with 295 miles of range and a unique rotating 'sunflower' screen.

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2 h. ago West Dunbartonshire braced for 'heavy rain' as Met Office issues weekend weather warning

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain that could lead to disruption and flooding on Saturday and Sunday.

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2 h. ago Schoolgirl punished over skirt being 2cm too short in 'military

Cola Glenny, 34, removed her daughter Pearl from school after she was left traumatised by the 'military'-style inspection of girls' skirts - with several other parents doing the same

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3 h. ago 'School punished my daughter because her skirt was 2cm too short'

Cola Glenny, 34, has accused teachers at the Hundred of Hoo Academy of carrying out "military"-style inspections to check whether her daughter Pearl's skirt was 8cm above her knee - and punishing her when it was not

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4 h. ago Pets At Home boss quits as retailer cuts annual profit outlook again

Lyssa McGowan has left ‘with immediate effect’ and a search for her successor has begun.

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4 h. ago More than a hundred roles available at Glasgow Fort jobs fair this month

Zara, Wagamama, and JD Sports will join many other retailers and local organisations at Glasgow Fort’s annual jobs fair this month.

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4 h. ago London travel news LIVE: Major disruption between London Bridge and St Pancras expected until 12pm

Trains departing from several of London’s busiest stations are disrupted

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4 h. ago Why is South Park not on this week? Delay explained and if it is Charlie Kirk related

South Park has not broadcast an episode as expected this week 🚨🚨

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4 h. ago US tariffs disrupting Chinese exports as retailers delay orders, says Inspecs

The Bath-based global eyewear business said it had ‘experienced first-hand’ the effects of trade disruption and weaker consumer confidence.

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5 h. ago Mum pulls daughter from school after 'military inspection' with rulers

Parebts say the children were lined up and had their uniforms inspected 'down to the centimetre'

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5 h. ago Vuelta chaos shows selling sport as a tool for peace can create its own battlefield | Jonathan Liew

Once teams promote a country, are owned by states or have to reflect government policy, sport becomes a playground for powerHigh fives all round at Hamas high command. The triumphant clink of Gaza Cola tins pings across the bunker. It’s been a tough week for the lads, what with five of their members being killed in the Doha airstrike, but you’ve got to celebrate the little victories, yeah? And as they use what remains of their fragile satellite internet connection to refresh the Cyclingnews live blog for the final time, the Hamas Grand Tour Disruption Division (Vuelta Branch) can toast an operation executed to perfection: the successful mobilisation of more than 100,000 members of the Madrid battalion to force the curtailment of stage 21 of the Tour of Spain.“They asked us to quit the Vuelta, but we did not surrender to the terrorists,” said Sylvan Adams, co‑owner of the Israel-Premier Tech team targeted by mass protests that disrupted several stages. O...

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5 h. ago Retailer Next warns UK economy faces years of ‘anaemic’ growth

Chain says fewer jobs, stifling regulation, unsustainable government spending and higher taxes will take a toll

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