Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-05-05

Momentum is shifting Arsenal's way – it could lead to two trophies

The final whistle went and the Emirates Stadium exploded. Arsenal made it to the Champions League final. Mikel Arteta ran onto the pitch, colliding with his Arsenal players - who were all jumping i...

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Finding soldier Tom: Solving family mystery of WW2 Soviet prisoner of war

He was saved by a Jersey family after escaping a Nazi labour camp, but after the war he disappeared in the Soviet Union.

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Reinstate windfall tax on banks after surge in profits, TUC urges

Unions group wants rate returned from 3% to 8% after big four UK lenders reveal £14bn total profit in first quarter An increased windfall tax should be imposed on the UK’s largest banks according t...

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UK government discusses hosting Olympics in 2040s

The UK government says it is in "discussions about supporting potential bids" to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.

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Altara secures $7M to bridge the data gap that’s slowing down physical sciences

Altara’s AI aims to diagnose failures and help speed up R&D by unifying data siloed across spreadsheets and legacy systems.

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Offensive stage of Iran war is over, US Secretary of State Rubio says

As a spate of incidents in the Strait of Hormuz test the ceasefire, an Iranian official says, "We are just getting started".

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Hantavirus Outbreaks Are Rare, but They Aren’t Going Away and There’s No Cure

A cruise ship remained stranded off the coast of Cape Verde after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the vessel killed at least three people and left several others ill.

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Deadly Russian Strikes Rip Into Ukrainian Cities

The site of a Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on Tuesday. The death toll in Zaporizhzhia was one of the highest from a single attack so far this year.

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Saka downs Atletico to send Arsenal into Champions League final

Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as Bukayo Saka's goal clinched a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium to complete a 2-1 aggregate victory.

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Louise Arbour Named as Canada’s Governor General

Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada with the country’s new governor general, Louise Arbour, in Ottawa on Tuesday.

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NASA eClips and GLOBE Educators Strengthen a Regional STEM Ecosystem in Coastal Virginia

Thirty-eight science educators representing seven school districts across Virginia’s Tidewater region joined forces with community organizations, such as the Elizabeth River Project, to deepen thei...

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As crypto cools, a16zcrypto raises a $2.2B fund

As some of the biggest VCs in crypto start to consider funding AI startups, a16zcrypto's new fund will stay the course.

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Iran announces a new system for traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

A billboard in Tehran last week, depicting a closed Strait of Hormuz over the mouth of President Trump.

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Telehealth Abortion Is Still Possible Without Mifepristone

Courts may restrict access to the popular abortion medication mifepristone in the United States. Telehealth providers have backup plans in place.

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Apple plans to make iOS 27 a Choose Your Own Adventure of AI models

With Apple's latest operating system updates, users will reportedly have their pick of which third-party AI models they want to use for a host of tasks.

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Israel kills one boy, injures officers in strike on Gaza police station

A 15-year-old boy, Mahmoud Sahweil, was killed when Israel struck a Gaza police station.

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Could OPEC break lead to era of energy volatility?

How unstable is the global oil market?

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Apple reaches $250mn settlement over delayed ‘AI Siri’

iPhone buyers sued the tech giant for touting features in 2024 that have yet to launch

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NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover Surveys ‘Crocodile Bridge’

Description NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover used its Mastcam-Z camera system to capture this 360-degree panorama of a region nicknamed “Crocodile Bridge” on Jezero Crater’s rim. The panorama is made...

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ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet: No one is coming for us

Christophe Fouquet, who became ASML's CEO in 2024 after more than a decade at the company, sat down with this editor on the rooftop deck of his Beverly Hills hotel Tuesday morning ahead of his appe...

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Curiosity Blog, Sols 4879-4885: Struggle at Atacama

Written by William Farrand, Senior Research Scientist, Space Science Institute Earth planning date: Friday, May 1, 2026 Chile’s Atacama desert is the driest mid-latitude desert in the world, receiv...

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Nijman emulates Van Gerwen with fifth title in a year

Wessel Nijman emulates his Michael van Gerwen as he continues his superb form in the Players Championship with victory in the 14th tournament of the year.

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US plans to hike tariffs on EU cars to 25% will hit luxury market the most

US says it will hike tariffs to 25% because the EU has not complied with trade deal last year that set tariffs at 15%.

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Miscalculation over Strait of Hormuz could ‘bring an all-out war’

Neither the US nor Iran are willing to compromise on the Strait of Hormuz, increasing the chance of miscalculation.

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Meta plans advanced ‘agentic’ AI assistant for consumers

Social media platform invests in equivalent to OpenClaw that aims to seamlessly carry out everyday tasks for users

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Cordina to fight Mason for WBO lightweight title

Former super-featherweight world champion Joe Cordina will fight Abdullah Mason for the American's WBO lightweight title on 4 July in Cleveland.

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Andrew Tate’s Civil Trial Over Assault Claims Is Postponed in Britain

Andrew Tate speaking to reporters in Bucharest, Romania, in March 2025. The Police in Britain are reinvestigating criminal accusations against him.

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MPs demand Reform suspend candidate over claims he celebrated rape of Sikh women

Sandwell Labour MPs write to borough Reform leader after alleged posts by Stuart PriorLabour MPs have called for a Reform UK election candidate in Essex to be suspended after he allegedly celebrate...

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Trump Looks for a Silver Bullet to End the Iran War. There May Be None.

A billboard in Tehran last week, depicting a closed Strait of Hormuz over the mouth of President Trump.

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Video: Trump says Iran should ‘wave the white flag’

US President Donald Trump said Iran should ‘wave the white flag of surrender’ in the war.

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MoD has no system to detect civilian harm caused by military, study shows

Revelation comes after report commissioned by department released in response to charity’s FoI requestThe Ministry of Defence has no system for examining whether UK military action has killed or in...

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‘It’s a bit emotional’: Paul McCartney plays new songs to fans at Abbey Road

The ex-Beatle hosted a playback previewing his next album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, telling stories along the wayStudio Two at Abbey Road was dressed with an armchair, a guitar and a bookcase of P...

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Donlyn Lyndon, Last Surviving Creator of the Sea Ranch, Dies at 90

With his classmates Charles Moore, William Turnbull Jr. and Richard Whitaker, he designed an icon of modern architecture on a windswept bluff in Northern California.

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650 NASA Volunteers Have Co-Authored Scientific Papers

After a recent count, NASA Citizen Science is proud to report that more than 650 people who have volunteered to participate in NASA citizen science projects have co-authored peer-reviewed research...

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María Nieves Rego, Who Helped Spark a Tango Renaissance, Dies at 91

With her dance partner and onetime husband, Juan Carlos Copes, she reinvented tango for a global stage, including in the hit stage show “Tango Argentino.”

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Stop plotting to oust Keir Starmer, ex-deputy Labour leader urges MPs

Tom Watson, who had role in attempted coup against Tony Blair in 2006, said move would go down extremely badly with votersLabour MPs have been urged to stop plotting to remove Keir Starmer by Tom W...

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Dark clouds, protests and resignations dampen start of 61st Venice Biennale

Russian pavilion to stay closed as outcry over Israel’s inclusion also grows – but nesting seagull provides some light reliefThe 61st Venice Biennale vernissage began on Tuesday under grey clouds a...

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NASA’s Curiosity Rover Frees Its Drill From a Rock

Description This series of images shows NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover as it got a rock stuck to the drill on the end of its robotic arm and, after waving the arm and running the drill a few times, fi...

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Modi’s Triumph in West Bengal Elections Puts Him Closer to an Opposition-Free India

Supporters of Mr. Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party celebrating in Kolkata as the party headed to victory in the West Bengal state assembly elections on Monday.

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Pennsylvania sues Character.AI after a chatbot allegedly posed as a doctor

According to Pennsylvania's filing, a Character AI chatbot presented itself as a licensed psychiatrist during a state investigation, and also fabricated a serial number for its state medical license.

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Ella Baron on this week’s elections – cartoon

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Global oil reserves plunge at record pace as Middle East war strains supplies

Stocks near 8-year low ahead of summer travel season despite collapse in demand

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UK convicts four Palestine Action activists over break-in at Israeli firm

Members of the now-banned Palestine Action group raided Elbit's facility in Bristol months into Israel's war on Gaza.

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JPMorgan and BlackRock bosses play down talk of AI bubble

Dimon and Fink upbeat in separate comments about demand for the technology as Wall Street funds sector’s spending

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The Trump administration is finding ways to withhold funding from the NIH

Billions in funding were cut under President Trump were restored in 2026. Now, watchdogs say the administration is finding other ways to withhold money – and scientists are feeling the consequences.

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The Trump administration is finding new ways to withhold federal funding for science

Billions in funding were cut under President Trump were restored in 2026. Now, watchdogs say the administration is finding other ways to withhold money – and scientists are feeling the consequences.

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US stock-lending operator charged with $450mn fraud

Federal prosecutors say Val Sklarov sold shares pledged as collateral for loan

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OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 Instant, a new default model for ChatGPT

The new GPT-5.5 Instant model will replace GPT-3.5 Instant as the default model for ChatGPT

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NASA Astronaut to Answer Questions from Students in Florida

Students in Florida will hear from NASA astronaut Chris Williams as he answers prerecorded science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) questions while aboard the International Space St...

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Matthews ruled out of final two matches of Women's Six Nations

England have been dealt another forward injury blow after No 8 Alex Matthews was ruled out of the final two matches of the Women's Six Nations.

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Microsoft, Google, xAI give US access to AI models for security testing

The deal comes days after the Pentagon announces an agreement with seven tech giants to use AI in classified systems

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UAE comes under Iranian attacks for second consecutive day

The strikes come a day after the Gulf nation was attacked by 15 missiles amid a shaky US-Iran ceasefire.

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Ukraine, Russia exchange drone strikes ahead of V-Day ‘ceasefire’

Ukraine strikes multiple sites in Moscow, following Russia’s strikes on a Ukrainian gas production facility.

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Alabama lawmakers debate a congressional redistricting map

Alabama lawmakers are scrambling to change the state's congressional maps. The governor called a special session after the Supreme Court tossed a key provision of the Voting Rights Act.

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West Bengal Chief refuses to resign after ‘dirty’ election

West Bengal’s Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has firmly rejected stepping down after her party’s defeat.

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Cost of living ranks high on list of concerns of Ohio voters

Ohio voters say they're concerned by what they see as the rising cost of living. Even with statewide races on the ballot, voters say its local issues that are motivating them to cast primary ballots.

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Carol Rumens, poet and the Guardian’s poem of the week columnist, dies aged 81

The British poet, who also wrote plays, fiction and published poetry in translation, analysed almost 1,000 poems for her much-loved seriesBritish poet Carol Rumens, whose Guardian poem of the week...

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NASA Research Shows Early Life Relied on Rare Metal

NASA-funded scientists have discovered that life on Earth over 3 billion years ago relied on the metal molybdenum, which was incredibly scarce in the environment at the time. The study, published i...

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The Greens need to learn the right lessons from the destruction of Corbynism | Andy Beckett

Zack Polanski must be more nimble in fending off attacks than the former Labour leader or he risks suffering the same fateFor more than a decade, Britain’s acrimonious politics has included a funda...

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Everton fan arrested for alleged Semenyo racist abuse

An Everton fan is arrested by Merseyside Police during his side's match with Manchester City for allegedly racially abusing Antoine Semenyo.

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Farage deploys the rottweiler to distract from awkward £5m gift story | John Crace

Zia Yusuf’s mad idea of building detention centres for illegal immigrants exclusively in areas that vote Green works a treatIt’s a classic from the Donald Trump playbook: everything’s been going a...

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Hate crime prosecutions to be fast-tracked after antisemitic attacks

The director of public prosecutions has told prosecutors in England and Wales to bring charges more quickly.

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Meta and Zuckerberg sued by publishers over ‘massive’ copyright infringement

Tech giant faces lawsuit from five large groups over its use of copyrighted works to train Llama AI models

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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup after striking tour deal

Jon Rahm will be eligible for next year's Ryder Cup in Ireland after striking a deal to continue playing on the DP World Tour.

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Building on America’s 65-Year Legacy of Human Spaceflight

On the morning of May 5, 1961, the Mercury-Redstone 3 launch vehicle lifted into the sky from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. Over the next 15 minutes, Shepard ascen...

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PayPal says it’s ‘becoming a technology company again.’ That means AI.

PayPal is pitching an AI-led turnaround, tying automation and restructuring to $1.5B in savings as it cuts jobs and works to modernize its tech stack.

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Greens must take immediate action against antisemitism in party, says Lucas

Former leader says antisemitic comments by some election candidates are unacceptableUK politics live – latest updatesThe former Green leader Caroline Lucas has called for the party to take immediat...

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NASA’S Juno Misson Captures Jupiter Moon Thebe

Description NASA’s Juno spacecraft captured this view of Thebe, the second largest of Jupiter’s inner moons, during a close pass on May 1, 2026. The spacecraft’s Stellar Reference Unit (SRU) captur...

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The Italian Dubbing of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Has Stirred Up a Surprising Controversy

The voice actors from the original film have returned for the sequel—and not everyone is happy about it.

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Is Gibbs-White favourite to start as England's number 10 at World Cup?

Morgan Gibbs-White has enjoyed an impressive resurgence in 2026, so is the Nottingham Forest attacking midfielder now the leading contender for the number 10 role with England at the World Cup?

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Etsy launches its app within ChatGPT as it continues its AI push

Etsy's new native app within ChatGPT aims to be a conversational shopping experience for users.

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Kaspersky suspects Chinese hackers planted a backdoor into Daemon Tools in ‘widespread’ attack

The cybersecurity company says it's seen thousands of infection attempts, and at least a dozen successful hacks after users installed malicious versions of the popular Windows software.

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Pornhub Restores Access for UK Adults Who Use Apple’s Age Verification

The porn giant blocked its content from new UK users in February but says device-based age verification is more secure than third-party sites.

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New NASA HEAT Coloring Book Blends Art, Science, and Cultural Perspectives

A new Sun-centered and science-focused coloring book produced by NASA in partnership with the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is now available for people to learn while showing their artistic...

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BioNTech to cut fifth of workforce as it winds down Covid vaccine production

German biotech is shifting towards cancer treatments

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Harriet Clark spent a lifetime visiting her mother, an ex-Weather Underground member, in prison: ‘The US has always used family separation to destabilize’

Clark was an infant when her mother was arrested. Her debut novel asks what it’s like for children who have only ever known a parent in prisonIn Harriet Clark’s debut novel, The Hill, a nun explain...

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This tiny outer Solar System world has an atmosphere. It shouldn’t

Astronomers have spotted something surprising in the far outer Solar System—a faint, short-lived atmosphere clinging to a tiny icy world that shouldn’t be able to hold one at all. The object, calle...

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Wu reveals O'Sullivan text during World Championship win

New snooker world champion Wu Yize says seven-time winner Ronnie O'Sullivan texted him some advice at a crucial stage in his Crucible final against Shaun Murphy.

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How Wardley went from white collar boxing to world champion

Fabio Wardley tells BBC Sport how he went from playing for Ipswich Town's academy to becoming WBO heavyweight world champion.

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Hackers steal students’ data during breach at education tech giant Instructure

The data breach at education tech giant Instructure includes students' private data, according to a sample of the allegedly stolen data seen by TechCrunch.

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Meta will use AI to analyze height and bone structure to identify if users are underage

The visual analysis system is now operating in select countries, but Meta says it's working toward a broader rollout.

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Why Europe’s car industry is at the centre of a new US trade war

Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on EU cars and trucks exported to the US from 15 percent to 25 percent.

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Gun-toting drunks, boy-eating sharks and bloodsucking babies: the violent, brilliant stories of Eric Walrond

Tropic Death – 10 blistering, astonishing stories about racist, exploitative outrages in Caribbean ‘paradises’ – won him a Guggenheim award. Why did this star of the Harlem Renaissance die such a s...

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ElevenLabs lists BlackRock, Jamie Foxx and Longoria as new investors

4. ElevenLabs reveals new investors, hits $500M ARR, and expands enterprise footprint as voice AI becomes a critical interface.

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ElevenLabs lists BlackRock, Jamie Foxx and Eva Longoria as new investors

4. ElevenLabs reveals new investors, hits $500M ARR, and expands enterprise footprint as voice AI becomes a critical interface.

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Players will boycott a Slam 'at some point' over prize money demands - Sabalenka

World number one Aryna Sabalenka believes players will boycott a Grand Slam "at some point" because of the ongoing dispute over prize money.

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Sabalenka calls for 'boycott' in row with Grand Slams over prize money

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka believes tennis players should organise a boycott if they don't start receiving a bigger share of tournament revenues at the Grand Slams .

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Todd ruled out of North West 200

Davey Todd is told he will not be allowed to race at the 2026 North West 200 international road race as the Chief Medical Officer rules that his injuries from a crash at Daytona have not recovered...

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CopilotKit raises $27M to help devs deploy app-native AI agents

The Seattle-based startup's Series A round was led by Glilot Capital, NFX and SignalFire, TechCrunch has exclusively learned.

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The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! lead Tony nominations with Rose Byrne and Daniel Radcliffe in the race

Nominations also include recognitions for actors including Nathan Lane and Luke Evans while stars such as Lea Michele and Ayo Edebiri were snubbedThe Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! lead this year’s Ton...

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Romanian PM ousted in no-confidence vote

Ilie Bolojan lost the vote after the largest party in his coalition joined the far-right opposition to depose him.

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4 days left: Get 50% off a second TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass to make more deals faster

For the next four days only, you can buy one pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and get 50% off a second of the same ticket type. That window closes May 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT. After that, prices go up, a...

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Sing returns as Red Roses rejig back three against Italy

Emma Sing, Ellie Kildunne and Mia Venner comprise a new-look back-three combination for England's Women's Six Nations game against Italy on Saturday.

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Rahm reaches deal to play on DP World Tour

Jon Rahm has reached a conditional release agreement with the DP World Tour and will return to play on the circuit this season, after the Spaniard agreed to settle all his outstanding fines.

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NASA Volunteers Double Known Population of Brown Dwarfs

A new paper from NASA’s Backyard Worlds: Planet 9 project announces that volunteers have essentially doubled the number of known brown dwarfs, with over 3,000 new discoveries made over the past 10...

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Mapping Mali’s gold and natural resource wealth

The West African country holds Africa's third-largest gold reserves, plus vast lithium and uranium deposits.

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England selector interviews taking place this week

England move to the final stage of appointing a new national selector, with interviews taking place this week.

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New names emerge as Man Utd midfield plans ramp up

Manchester United are considering Bournemouth's Tyler Adams and Alex Scott, along with West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes, as part of their midfield rebuild this summer.

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DRC protest in support of US sanctions against former president

DRC protest in support of US sanctions against former president

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India’s first GenAI unicorn shifts to cloud services as AI model ambitions face reality

Krutrim's pivot to cloud after layoffs and limited product updates reflects the economic challenges of building AI models in India.

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Rachel Reeves and Scott Bessent argued in person about Iran war, sources say

UK chancellor said to have told US treasury secretary she did not like his tone during meeting in Washington in AprilUK politics live – latest updatesMiddle East crisis – live updatesRachel Reeves...

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Hantavirus may have spread between passengers on cruise ship, WHO says

Two cases of the virus, which rarely spreads between humans, have been confirmed on the ship, and three people have died.

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Did FBI Director Kash Patel use AI to rip off the Beastie Boys?

An analysis by NPR suggests that frames from an iconic music video were used to generate content for a tweet by the FBI director.

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A 75-million-year-old fossil reveals a shocking tyrannosaur secret

Tyrannosaurs may be famous as fearsome apex predators, but new research reveals a more opportunistic—and slightly grim—side to their behavior. Using high-resolution 3D scans, a researcher identifie...

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Hegseth says US blockade on Iran ‘gift to the world’

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the US has gifted the world a ‘powerful red, white, and blue dome’.

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Lubaina Himid’s British pavilion at the Venice Biennale review – alienation in a green and pleasant land

Amid a calming soundtrack of lapping waves and cooing birds, workers in brightly coloured paintings share glances that say: ‘What the hell are we doing here?’ But isn’t there more to not belonging...

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Iran’s football team shows World Cup readiness with social media posts

Videos from tournament kit reveal photo shoot and images from training sessions highlighting Team Melli's preparations.

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Nissan to cut 10% of Europe workforce in global restructuring

Japanese carmaker will also combine its two production lines in UK’s Sunderland plant

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US, Iran, UAE trade Hormuz attack claims: What we know

Experts say claims and counterclaims threaten the diplomatic route to end the US-Israel war on Iran.

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Brundle's verdict on F1 rule tweaks and 'genius' Verstappen recovery in Miami

The 2026 Miami Grand Prix was an extremely important event for Formula 1. The opening three races of the season in Australia, China, and Japan were interesting and engaging in places and uncomforta...

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Amazon bets Nobel Prize-based dehumidification can cut its energy use

Amazon will buy a new type of HVAC system for its commercial buildings to slash energy use.

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4,000-year-old tablets reveal magic spells, kings feared, and a beer receipt

Long-forgotten ancient tablets have been decoded, uncovering a mix of magic, politics, and daily life from early civilizations. Among the discoveries are rare anti-witchcraft rituals meant to prote...

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How UK universities ‘spy’ on pro-Palestine students

Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen explains how UK universities paid a private firm to monitor pro-Palestine students.

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Coinbase to lay off 14% of staff as part of broader restructuring

The restructuring is aimed at addressing market volatility and increasing the use of AI tools to improve efficiency.

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CAF is failing Africa’s World Cup fans

The confederation’s silence on US travel bans and visa restrictions for African fans is shameful.

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Romania PM Ilie Bolojan’s government toppled in no-confidence vote

This is a breaking news story.

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UK’s long-term borrowing costs hit highest level since 1998

Rise in bond yields due to fuel prices and political stability concerns will eat away at Rachel Reeves’s fiscal headroomBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government’s long-term borrowing costs h...

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Bose Brings Back Its ‘Lifestyle’ Branding With New Speakers for the Home

The new Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Ultra Soundbar, and Ultra Subwoofer introduce a cozier look.

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Google DeepMind Workers Vote to Unionize Over Military AI Deals

UK staff of Google's AI research lab hope to block the use of the company's artificial intelligence models in military settings.

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Has social justice become the new religion of the West?

Host Mohamed Hassan with guests asks: as religion fades in the West, what replaces it?

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Man City reject Man Utd FA Youth Cup final venue offer

Manchester City will host their FA Youth Cup final with Manchester United at their 7,000-capacity Joie Stadium - rather than at Etihad Stadium.

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Coinbase to cut 14% of staff over impact of AI and volatile markets

Crypto exchange’s CEO says the technology is speeding up its processes, meaning fewer employees are needed

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Murena /e/OS Tablet Review: Privacy for a Price

Murena's /e/OS tablet offers an iPadOS- and Google-free, privacy-friendly tablet experience, but you'll have to pay for it.

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As household bills soar, is it time for a ‘working-class climate agenda’?

Proposal from group that worked with AOC and Bernie Sanders seeks to counter claim that climate policy is politically toxic Americans do not care about the climate crisis, only economic issues: tha...

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Central banks prepare for a long war

Officials are softening people up for difficult decisions ahead. Also in this newsletter, how oil prices work

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Google, xAI and Microsoft agree to US national security reviews of new AI models

Agreement with the tech groups follows concerns about Anthropic’s latest Mythos model

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What Modi’s big win in Indian state elections could mean for its democracy

Modi's BJP won the key state of West Bengal for the first time. But the vote has thrown up questions that won't go away.

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Can central banks curb inflation as energy costs rise?

Central banks hold rates steady as energy shock tests inflation fight.

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Tuareg rebels hold dozens of soldiers in Mali as prisoners

Exclusive video obtained by Al Jazeera shows dozens of soldiers held prisoner by Tuareg separatists in northern Mali.

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Derry says debut a 'dream come true' despite injury

The 18-year-old has been released from hospital after suffering a head injury during Chelsea's match against Nottingham Forest on Monday.

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UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest since 1998 as oil surge fuels inflation fears

Yields on 30-year gilts hit 28-year high amid expectations BoE will raise rates two or three times this year

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Iran War Live Updates: Iranian Official Warns of Escalation in Strait of Hormuz Standoff

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran’s top negotiator, accused the United States of violating the shaky cease-fire, after Iranian forces fired at vessels that the U.S. Navy was guiding through the strait.

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‘Starmer’s referendum’: How local elections could expose a fractured UK

Thursday’s polls could deliver a sharp setback for Labour, with Reform UK and the Greens expected to gain, analysts say.

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Two hantavirus cases confirmed, five more suspected on stranded cruise ship

Among the seven cases, three people have died, one is critically ill and three have mild symptoms, the WHO says.

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The growing risk of a ‘non-linear spike’ in oil prices

The global economy is soon to be running on fumes

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Taiwan player victim of ‘inappropriate contact’ at UK table tennis event

Officials say a female player was subjected to inappropriate physical contact during a security check.

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Terzic agrees to become new coach of Athletic Club

Former Borussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzic agrees to become the new Athletic Club coach on a two-year contract.

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Campaigners hope to save mother tree of bramley apple

Appeal launched to buy Nottinghamshire cottage, where tree was planted in 19th century, and turn it into heritage centreCampaigners have launched an appeal to try to save for the nation the mother...

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Rapper Kid Cudi removes British star M.I.A. from tour

British singer songwriter M.I.A will no longer be the opening act for Rebels Rage tour after disagreement with US rapper Kid Cudi.

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The Venice Biennale and Its Many Flashpoints: An Explainer

The central pavilion of the Giardini on Tuesday, first day of previews for the 61st Venice Biennale. The exhibition, “In Minor Keys,” was initiated by Koyo Kouoh and overseen by her team after her...

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‘It was like a spiritual experience’: two TV stars on being handcuffed together in every scene

Tahar Rahim and Izuka Hoyle had only just met when the crew snapped cuffs on their wrists – and made them do roly-polys. The stars of Sky drama Prisoner talk bravery, breast milk and Denzel Washing...

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Nine coal miners die in gas explosion in Colombia

The explosion is the latest accident in the locality of Sutatausa, the site of another deadly mine disaster in 2023.

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Our Land review – right-to-roam campaigners offer bacchanalian antics and a heartfelt message

Orban Wallace’s documentary avoids big clashes between landowners and campaigners in favour of wide-ranging explorationOrban Wallace’s film about the right-to-roam movement shows us a campaigning g...

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He Couldn’t Land a Job Interview. Was AI to Blame?

Armed with some Python and a white-hot sense of injustice, one medical student spent six months trying to figure out whether an algorithm trashed his job application.

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‘My body ached from the volume’: the mystery and majesty of Japanese noise-rockers les Rallizes Dénudés

The incendiary Japanese group who emerged out of late-60s unrest were suspicious of studios so their legacy was long left to bootleg obsessives. But unheard recordings are revealing their lesser-kn...

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An AI version of Milton’s Paradise Lost is fundamentally unworthy of one of the great works of art

Pulp Fiction co-writer Roger Avary wants to bring the epic poem to the big screen using the power of artificial intelligence. It can’t be any goodThe thing about unfilmable works of literature is t...

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The Growing Rift Between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, Explained

A photograph released by Saudi Royal Court showing Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, right, and the Emirati leader, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2023.

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The Odyssey: trailer for Christopher Nolan’s classical Greek epic released online

Trailer offers glimpses of Matt Damon as mythological hero Odysseus, Tom Holland as his son Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as his wife, PenelopeThe first trailer for Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of...

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Reform UK’s immigration policies are a significant risk to the UK economy | Sushil Wadhwani

An exodus of workers will be damaging – and electoral change might help Britain escape instability and low growthWhile all eyes are on the Middle East and the risk of a global recession, a possible...

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‘I paint the kind of people I’m attracted to’: Hernan Bas on hiding from the world in Venice

The Cuban-American artist likes to paint pretty young white men – inspired by his fascination with Holden Caulfield. So why do his portraits have a sinister edge?Hernan Bas has been living in Venic...

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Is Jeff Bezos the real villain of The Devil Wears Prada 2?

The film’s villain is a conniving tech oligarch seeking to buy his way into fashion’s inner circle. Sound familiar?In The Devil Wears Prada 2, we’re introduced to a very different Miranda Priestly....

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Foden agrees terms on new Man City contract

Phil Foden and Manchester City have agreed terms in principle on a new four-year contract.

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Taiwan has ‘right to engage with the world’ after Eswatini visit

Taiwan has ‘right to engage with the world’ after Eswatini visit

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Rare Comet Appears Over New Zealand, Australia and South Africa

Known as C/2025 R3 PANSTARRS, the comet will be visible to stargazers using a telescope in New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.

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Foden reaches agreement over new Man City deal

England midfielder Phil Foden reaches an agreement in principle over a new four-year deal at Manchester City.

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Cabinet minister warns Labour against ‘doomscrolling’ through leaders like the Tories

Communities secretary Steve Reed urges MPs not to move against Keir Starmer and says most people are ‘sick and tired of all this psychodrama’Labour should not be “doomscrolling” through leaders lik...

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Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of killing three civilians in ‘war crime’

The incident is the latest test of a fragile ceasefire agreed between the two countries last month.

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What to know ahead of the Ohio primary election

Several races being closely watched as both parties prepare for the crucial midterm elections in November.

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‘We put our heads above the parapet’: Lubaina Himid on winning her 40-year battle to storm the Venice Biennale

In the 1980s, she had to show her work in a corridor by the ICA’s toilet. Now she’s representing Britain at the ‘art Olympics’. So is the artist feeling a bit establishment? Quite the reverseThe Ve...

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Surrender review – Josh Duhamel hunts smirking serial killer in 90s throwback thriller

A whiff of David Fincher’s Seven lingers in the air but this moody crime drama from David Lipper is devoid of clever twists‘We got a serial killer,” announces a policeman in this retro 1990s-style...

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How De Zerbi has finally got Spurs looking upwards again

It was meant to be over for Tottenham. No Premier League wins in 2026, and no immediate new-manager bounce under Roberto De Zerbi. The biggest question was whether he would stay around for the firs...

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'Cheers and tears of relief - it's never just a game'

BBC Radio Sheffield's Rob Staton reflects on the significance of a new era beginning at Hillsborough on Saturday.

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Starmer calls antisemitism ‘crisis for all of us’ ahead of Downing Street summit – UK politics live

The prime minister said the attack in Golders Green is ‘part of a pattern of rising antisemitism’ in the countryGood morning. Keir Starmer has declared antisemitism “a crisis for all of us”. This m...

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A 'fun' superstar stuns rivals and reshapes politics in an Indian state

Film star Vijay has defied naysayers to almost sweep Tamil Nadu polls, marking a break in the political order.

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Knicks crush 76ers in playoff semi-final opener to keep up historic postseason

Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his 35 points in the first half as the New York Knicks emphatically added to a historic postseason roll by overwhelming the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eas...

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No FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast deals signed in India, China

Discussions on the sale of media rights in both countries are ongoing, FIFA says weeks before the World Cup begins.

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U.S. attempt to open Strait of Hormuz tests fragile Iran war ceasefire

The Iran war risked reigniting after the U.S. tried to force open the Strait of Hormuz, though a ceasefire seemed to be holding Tuesday even after the United Arab Emirates said Iran fired missiles...

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Iran war: What’s happening on day 67 as Hormuz crisis deepens?

The UAE says it intercepted Iranian missiles after a suspected drone attack, with no comment from Iran.

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Timberwolves draw first blood despite Wembanyama record

A record-breaking defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama is not enough to prevent the Minnesota Timberwolves taking a lead against the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA play-offs.

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Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 26 people

A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 26 people and injured 61, state media report.

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The Given World by Melissa Harrison review – a stunning tale of rural life for an era of ecological crisis

Eerie omens haunt this absorbing group portrait set over six months in an English villageSitting stoned on a hill above his village, a young man muses on his place in the world. Connor is proud to...

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‘There is a good deal of fear’: what would a Labour leadership challenge mean for bond markets?

Rayner and Burnham are trying to gain markets’ confidence amid concerns they could loosen fiscal rules if they replace StarmerWho calls the shots on the bin collections in Sunderland, potholes in H...

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Preemptive Listening review – artist’s film about sirens is buzzing with sonic ideas

With its striking images and experimental soundtrack, artist Aura Satz’s film is an endurance test that might work better in a galleryThis film from the London-based artist Aura Satz is an explorat...

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Council investigates as postal vote problems leave ballots undelivered

Cardiff Council says it is investigating after some postal voters said they had not received their ballots.

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The family sacrifices that helped Wu become world champion

Wu Yize discusses the sacrifices made by his family on his journey to becoming China's second world snooker champion.

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New ballot world record for 2027 London Marathon

More than 1.3 million people have applied for next year's event which takes place on 25 April.

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Reversing Thatcher’s failed legacy of privatisation can be a Labour vote-winner. If you see Keir, tell him | Julian Coman

The Tell Sid campaign promised to make the working man rich, but in reality the selling of public assets made us all poorerIn the summer of 1987, as life in Britain was being steadily reshaped by M...

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Vote Lib Dem or ‘regret it’ living under a Reform council, Davey tells voters

Party leader says vote for Labour or Greens in closely run seats will result in Reform victory at local electionsVoters in the home counties will “regret it for a long time” if they do not back the...

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Meta Quest Promo Codes: $50 Off | May 2026

Experience cutting-edge VR and save up to 20% with coupons for the latest games, Meta Quest 3, Ray-Ban AI glasses, and more deals.

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B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This May

Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.

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Litter-Robot Promo Codes and Deals: Up to $150 Off

Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.

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Babbel Promo Code: Up to 65% Off in May 2026

Master a new language with expert-led courses. Use our verified Babbel coupon codes to save up to 65% on student plans and 60% on 6-month subscriptions.

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Primary elections in Ohio, Indiana offer latest temperature check on Trump popularity

The president seeks to oust Indiana Republicans who blocked a redistricting push in that state, while growing dissatisfaction with Trump's agenda gives Democrats an opening in Ohio.

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A small plane crashes into building in Brazil, killing three

A small plane carrying five people crashed into a residential building in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, shortly after takeoff.

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Ohio holding primary elections for several key races

Ohio is holding primary elections for key races, including governor, U.S. Senate and the House. Many voters say they are concerned about the rising cost of living.

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Tuesday's election in Indiana puts Trump's influence to the test

Tuesday will be a test of President Trump's political power as voters in Indiana decide whether to back state senate incumbents Trump wants out or the challengers he has endorsed.

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Voters head to the polls in Indiana and Ohio. What's in the balance?

What's at stake for President Trump's political influence in Tuesday's primaries in Indiana and Ohio? NPR's Leila Fadel asks Jessica Taylor of the Cook Political Report.

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Alabama holding special session to redraw congressional maps

The Alabama Legislature is holding a special session this week to change the state's congressional map. The move comes after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened a central part of the Voting Rights Act.

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Country diary: Newts in the pond, commotion in the house | Mark Cocker

Buxton, Derbyshire: A glimpse of gloop in the water, a hasty net purchase, and it was confirmed – palmate newts have moved in. But how long had they been there?It has been a source of excitement fo...

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Deadly China plane crash was caused by fuel cut-off, says report

The Boeing 737 plane crashed into a Chinese hillside in 2022, killing all 132 people on board.

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HSBC profits fall on higher credit charges

First-quarter income dips to $9.4bn, missing analyst expectations

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States should tax windfall oil profits to fund their way out of crisis

A major economic crisis is boosting energy profits. Taxing those can help countries survive and become immune to shocks.

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Fireworks Factory Explosion in China Kills at Least 21

The site of an explosion at a fireworks factory in Liuyang, China, on Monday. China has improved its record on industrial accidents in recent years, but fireworks factories remain a vulnerability.

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What a Bike Ride in Cape Town Taught Me About Apartheid

A New York Times reporter joined a group of cyclists on a route meant to break down Cape Town’s lingering racial and economic barriers.

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‘Extreme demands’: Finnish cross-country ski psychodrama Guts finds global success

Ferocity of women’s sport juxtaposed with cosy homes and pretty snow scenes in TV series gaining wider recognitionThe concept of sisu – used to refer to guts or inner strength – is often talked abo...

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The man who blew up a nuclear power station and disappeared

In December 1982, South African Rodney Wilkinson walked four bombs into Koeberg power station – the crown jewel of the apartheid state – pulled the pins and then left on his bicycle. How did he do...

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Michael Spicer: ‘Monty Python taught me that authority figures must earn our respect’

The Room Next Door star on overnight success, ‘sneaky follows’ from politicians and how internet commenting has dragged society downHow did you get into comedy?I was submitting sketches to Spitting...

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Reeves rowed with Bessent over Iran war criticism

Dispute between UK chancellor and US Treasury secretary underscores allies’ diverging stances on the conflict

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What is at stake in Britain’s elections?

Reform, the Greens, SNP, Plaid Cymru and Lib Dems are hoping to make gains at the expense of the two mainstream parties

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End of the line: why the Schroder family sold up

The sale of the UK’s largest independent asset manager comes after the death of a patriarch and the rise of giant US funds

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An explosion at a fireworks plant in China has killed at least 21 people

An explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province has killed at least 21 people and injured 61 others.

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‘Dangerous escalation’: World condemns Iran after attacks on UAE

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain denounce strikes, as Germany, UK and Canada urge Iran to return to talks.

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As workers worry about AI, Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says AI is ‘creating an enormous number of jobs’

The Nvidia CEO seems to feel that claims of AI's job-killing potential have been greatly exaggerated.

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Rescuers among three dead after yacht sinks off Australian coast

Volunteer rescuers aged 78 and 62 died after their boat rolled during "treacherous" conditions.

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Fake fans, fake buzz? How your favourite band got big – podcast

Shaad D’Souza explains how bands such as Geese have faced a backlash since a marketing company revealed its tricks for pushing them into the limelight, and Eamonn Forde discusses what it takes to s...

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Israeli strike sparks fire in northern Gaza City

Video from Gaza City shows flames rising after an Israeli strike targeted a group of civilians.

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Alabama lawmakers adjourn after protests over redistricting

Alabama lawmakers adjourned their session after protesters entered the State House during protests over redistricting.

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Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism

The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.

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Iran war live: Washington, Tehran trade threats over Strait of Hormuz

Israeli attacks have killed 2,696 people in Lebanon since March 2, the country's Health Ministry reports.

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