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End of the Keir show: Starmer takes final PMQs as Andy Burnham is nominated successor by 92% of Labour MPs in Stalin-style landslide
The article reports that Sir Keir Starmer is due to take his final Prime Minister’s Questions before stepping aside as Labour leader, with Andy Burnham emerging as the overwhelming choice among Labour MPs to succeed him. It presents Burnham’s backing as a decisive show of party unity and suggests the leadership handover could shape Labour’s…
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World Cup 2026: Spain stun listless France to reach final; England v Argentina buildup – live
Spain reached the 2026 World Cup final after beating France 2-0 in the semi-final, with the live blog presenting the result as a clear and deserved win over a subdued French side. The significance lies not only in Spain’s progress to the final, but also in the scrutiny now facing France and Didier Deschamps, whose…
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China grows at one of lowest rates on record; Thames Water has funds to survive to year end – business live
China’s economy grew by 4.3% in the second quarter, one of its weakest rates in years, missing forecasts and slipping below Beijing’s target range as weak domestic demand offset strong exports. That matters because slower Chinese growth can affect global trade, investment and market confidence. At the same time, Thames Water said it has enough…
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Rhayuela’s Next Gen Takes Over
Prominent Colombian shingle Rhayuela, known for such memorable pics as Cannes 2015 Un Certain Regard title “Alias María,” “El Páramo” and “Rebellion,” is shuffling its leadership although its six original partners remain on board. Among them, Federico Duran has formed his own company, El Sol Ermitaño, but retains a stake in the 30-plus year old…
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England risks building new ‘death traps’ as experts warn of overheating crisis
Planning experts have warned that England could continue building homes and other buildings that dangerously overheat during heatwaves unless planning rules are strengthened and climate protections are prioritised. The concern matters because overheating poses a direct risk to health, especially for older and vulnerable people, and comes as research suggests about 2,700 people died during…
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Drivers charging electric cars handed shock parking fines
Electric vehicle drivers are being hit with unexpected private parking fines after using public chargers in car parks where charging also counts as parking. The issue matters because some motorists say signage, apps and charger information do not clearly explain that parking tariffs or site opening-hour restrictions still apply, exposing a gap between the rollout…
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Paramount Skydance Agrees to Link Merger Antitrust Case to Pre-Existing Paramount+ Subscriber Suit
Paramount has agreed to a request from 12 US states to link their new federal antitrust challenge to its proposed $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery to an existing lawsuit brought by Paramount+ subscribers. If the cases are formally related, they will probably be handled by Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin in California, who is already…
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Labour must stop just writing a cheque for benefit claimants, says McFadden
Pat McFadden has said Labour should move away from merely paying health and disability benefits and instead focus more on helping people who can work into jobs. He argued that government should offer more than financial support alone, while stressing that people who will never be able to work must still be protected. The comments…
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Heating oil customers to get up to £350 compensation for cancelled orders
Heating oil customers in the UK whose orders were cancelled during a sharp price surge linked to the war in the Middle East are set to receive compensation of up to £350 each after an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority. The watchdog found that some suppliers scrapped existing orders and offered replacement deliveries…
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List emerges of Australia’s highest paid CEOs… including the little-known number one who earns 500 times an average worker’s salary
The article reports a new ranking of the highest-paid chief executives at Australian-listed companies, with Life360 co-founder Chris Hulls placed first. It matters because it highlights the scale of executive remuneration in Australia, the growing influence of US-based bosses at ASX-listed firms, and renewed scrutiny of how pay compares with ordinary wages. – Chris Hulls…