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Chiltern Railways nationalised as Labour advances passenger rail overhaul

Chiltern Railways has entered public ownership, becoming the sixth train operator to be nationalised under Labour's plan to renationalise all major passenger rail services by the end of 2027. The government aims to integrate nationalised operators into a single body, Great British Railways, and has promised service improvements…

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How lookalike characters help scammers forge convincing web addresses

Homoglyph attacks use characters from different alphabets that look almost identical to genuine letters, creating fake URLs or email addresses. Scammers use them to direct victims to spoof websites or inboxes that steal login details, often while psychological pressure encourages people to act before checking carefully. Examples include…

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Trump returns to White House as Houthi attacks raise regional tensions

Donald Trump cut short his planned weekend stay at Camp David and returned to the White House as tensions grew between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The Houthis claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks on Saudi targets, prompting concerns that regional fighting could escalate…

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Babysitter charged with murder after baby found dead inside couch

A 19-year-old babysitter, Elijah Mayes, has been arrested and charged with murder after 11-month-old Grayson Walton was found dead inside a couch in Cleaton, Kentucky. Police allege Mayes fabricated messages and falsely claimed that a family friend had collected the child, potentially to create an alibi. Investigators said…

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Two killed as Russia reports major Ukrainian drone assault near Moscow

At least two people were killed and six injured in what Russian officials described as a major overnight Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region. Authorities said hundreds of drones were intercepted, while residential buildings, a warehouse and part of an oil refinery were damaged; flight restrictions were…

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War, oil and debt put global markets under renewed strain

Global markets are facing renewed turbulence as the Iran war, surging oil prices, rising government borrowing costs and concerns about an AI investment bubble unsettle investors. The risk is that inflation could remain high, forcing central banks to raise interest rates sharply, weakening economies and potentially triggering a…

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Australians set to live longer as life expectancy nears 90 by 2066

Australia’s life expectancy is forecast to rise significantly over the next four decades, with more people living into their 90s. Treasury says the trend reflects universal healthcare and medical advances, but an ageing population and smaller households will create continuing pressure on government finances and public services. By…

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North Carolina couple face first-degree murder charges over infant’s death

A North Carolina couple has been charged with first-degree murder following the death of their three-month-old daughter from severe malnutrition and dehydration in May. Kendal Lee Hayes and Glenn John Delgreco II were indicted after an investigation determined that the infant died from caregiver neglect, with authorities finding…

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Ed Sheeran Apologizes Over Macklemore Tour Removal, Cites Promoter Decision

Following his departure from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour, opener Aaron Rowe publicly defended Sheeran, characterising the removal of Macklemore as a "human error" rather than evidence of ideological commitment. Rowe redirected blame toward Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft, arguing that Kraft—not Sheeran—orchestrated the decision and should face scrutiny…

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Albanese refuses to give direct answer on if copyright laws will be diluted for AI giants ahead of high-stakes talks with Donald Trump

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has repeatedly declined to directly answer whether his government will weaken copyright protections to benefit US artificial intelligence companies. Following a meeting with Apple chief executive Tim Cook in Silicon Valley, Albanese faced persistent questioning from ABC journalist David Speers about whether copyright…

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Teenager seriously injured in Earlwood stabbing seeks help at nearby home

A 17-year-old boy with multiple stab wounds sought help at a home in Earlwood, Sydney, after allegedly being injured in a nearby toilet block. The resident, Julie, called emergency services and stayed with him until paramedics arrived, highlighting the danger of the incident and the importance of immediate…

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Ed Sheeran says promoters made Macklemore tour removal decision

Ed Sheeran has publicly addressed the controversy over Macklemore’s removal from his US tour, apologising for “mistakes” and saying promoters, rather than he, made the decision. At a Philadelphia concert, he said he had been drawn into a debate about free speech and Israel and Palestine, expressing condemnation…

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Cassette tapes typically last 30 years with proper storage

Cassette tapes have an expected lifespan of approximately 30 years under ideal storage conditions, though this can vary significantly depending on how they are preserved. The lifespan can reduce to as few as five years with improper storage, but conversely, with careful maintenance and appropriate environmental conditions, cassettes…

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